This manual was written for the service technician; basic mechanical/electrical skills are assumed. The Table of
Contents lists the systems and the related topics covered in this manual. The Toro Company has made every
effort to make the information in this manual complete and correct.
For service information specific to the engines used on these products, refer to the appropriate engine
manufacturer’s service and repair instructions.
Additional resources:
•Interactive Electrical Troubleshooting CD (PN 492-4757).
•Interactive Hydraulic Troubleshooting CD (PN 492-4777).
•Hydro-Gear Hydraulic Pump Service and Repair Manual (PN 492-4749).
•Ross Wheel Motor Service and Repair Manual (PN 492-4753).
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PERSONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTION read the instruction because it has to
do with your safety. Failure to comply
with the instruction may result in
personal injury or even death.
This manual is intended as a service and repair
manual only. The safety instructions provided herein
are for troubleshooting, service, and repair of the MidSize Walk Behind mower. The Mid-Size Walk Behind
Think Safety First
SAFETY INFORMATION
Mower and attachment operator’s manuals contain
safety information and operating tips for safe operating
practices. Operator’s manuals are available through
your Toro parts source or:
The Toro Company
Publications Department
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Avoid unexpected starting of engine...
Always turn off the engine and disconnect the spark
plug wire(s) before cleaning, adjusting, or repair.
Avoid lacerations and amputations...
Stay clear of all moving parts whenever the engine is
running. Treat all normally moving parts as if they were
moving whenever the engine is running or has the
potential to start.
Avoid burns...
Do not touch the engine, muffler, or other components
which may increase in temperature during operation,
while the unit is running or shortly after it has been
running.
Avoid fires and explosions...
Avoid spilling fuel and never smoke while working with
any type of fuel or lubricant. Wipe up any spilled fuel or
oil immediately. Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel
when the engine is running. Always use approved,
labeled containers for storing or transporting fuel and
lubricants.
Avoid injury from batteries...
Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Battery gases
can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away
from the battery.
Avoid injury due to inferior parts...
Use only original equipment parts to ensure that
important safety criteria are met.
Avoid injury to bystanders...
Always clear the area of bystanders before starting or
testing powered equipment.
Avoid injury due to projectiles...
Always clear the area of sticks, rocks, or any other
debris that could be picked up and thrown by the
powered equipment.
Avoid modifications...
Never alter or modify any part unless it is a factory
approved procedure.
Avoid asphyxiation...
Never operate an engine in a confined area without
proper ventilation.
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Avoid unsafe operation...
Always test the safety interlock system after making
adjustments or repairs on the machine. Refer to the
Electrical section in this manual for more information.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Torque Specifications
Recommended fastener torque values are listed in the
following tables. For critical applications, as
determined by Toro, either the recommended torque or
a torque that is unique to the application is clearly
identified and specified in the service manual.
These torque specifications for the installation and
tightening of fasteners shall apply to all fasteners which
do not have a specific requirement identified in the
service manual. The following factors shall be
considered when applying torque: cleanliness of the
fastener, use of a thread sealant (Loctite), degree of
lubrication on the fastener, presence of a prevailing
torque feature, hardness of the surface underneath of
the fastener’s head, or similar condition which affects
the installation.
As noted in the following tables, torque values should
be reduced by 25% for lubricated fasteners to
achieve the similar stress as a dry fastener. Torque
values may also have to be reduced when the fastener
is threaded into aluminum or brass. The specific
torque value should be determined based on the
aluminum or brass material strength, fastener size,
length of thread engagement, etc.
Fastener Identification
Inch Series Bolts and Screws
(A) Grade 1 & 2
(B) Grade 5
Figure 1
(C) Grade 8
The standard method of verifying torque shall be
performed by marking a line on the fastener (head or
nut) and mating part, then back off fastener 1/4 of a
turn. Measure the torque required to tighten the
fastener until the lines match up.
Figure 2
Metric Bolts and Screws
(A) Class 8.8(B) Class 10.9
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SPECIFICATIONS
Standard Torque for Dry, Zinc Plated, and Steel Fasteners (Inch Series)
SAE Grade 1 Bolts, Screws,
Studs, & Sems with Regular
Height Nuts (SAE J995
Grade 2 or Stronger Nuts)
SAE Grade 5 Bolts, Screws,
Studs, & Sems with Regular
Height Nuts (SAE J995
Grade 2 or Stronger Nuts)
15 ± 2169 ± 2323 ± 2260 ± 34
29 ± 3330 ± 3041 ± 4460 ± 45
42 ± 4475 ± 4560 ± 6674 ± 70
SAE Grade 8 Bolts, Screws,
Studs, & Sems with Regular
Height Nuts (SAE J995
Grade 2 or Stronger Nuts)
Note: Reduce torque values listed in the table above
by 25% for lubricated fasteners. Lubricated fasteners
are defined as threads coated with a lubricant such as
oil, graphite, or thread sealant such as Loctite.
Note: The nominal torque values listed above for
Grade 5 and 8 fasteners are based on 75% of the
minimum proof load specified in SAE J429. The
tolerance is approximately ± 10% of the nominal torque
value. Thin height nuts include jam nuts.
Note: Torque values may have to be reduced when
installing fasteners into threaded aluminum or brass.
The specific torque value should be determined based
on the fastener size, the aluminum or base material
strength, length of thread engagement, etc.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Standard Torque for Dry, Zinc, and Steel Fasteners (Metric Fasteners)
Note: Reduce torque values listed in the table above
by 25% for lubricated fasteners. Lubricated fasteners
are defined as threads coated with a lubricant such as
oil, graphite, or thread sealant such as Loctite.
Regular Height Nuts
(Class 8 or Strong Nuts)
Note: The nominal torque values listed above are
based on 75% of the minimum proof load specified in
SAE J1199. The tolerance is approximately ± 10% of
the nominal torque value. Thin height nuts include jam
Class 10.9 Bolts, Screws, and Studs with
Regular Height Nuts (
Class 10 or Strong Nuts)
nuts.
Note: Torque values may have to be reduced when
installing fasteners into threaded aluminum or brass.
The specific torque value should be determined based
on the fastener size, the aluminum or base material
strength, length of thread engagement, etc.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Other Torque Specifications
SAE Grade 8 Steel Set Screws
Recommended Torque
Thread Size
Square HeadHex Socket
1/4 - 20 UNC140 ± 20 in-lb73 ± 12 in-lb
5/16 - 18 UNC215 ± 35 in-lb145 ± 20 in-lb
3/8 - 16 UNC35 ± 10 ft-lb18 ± 3 ft-lb
1/2 - 13 UNC75 ± 15 ft-lb50 ± 10 ft-lb
Thread Cutting Screws
(Zinc Plated Steel)
Type 1, Type 23, or Type F
Thread SizeBaseline Torque*
No. 6 - 32 UNC20 ± 5 in-lb
Wheel Bolts and Lug Nuts
Thread SizeRecommended Torque**
7/16 - 20 UNF
Grade 5
1/2 - 20 UNF
Grade 5
M12 X 1.25
Class 8.8
M12 X 1.5
Class 8.8
65 ± 10 ft-lb88 ± 14 N-m
80 ± 10 ft-lb108 ± 14 N-m
80 ± 10 ft-lb108 ± 14 N-m
80 ± 10 ft-lb108 ± 14 N-m
** For steel wheels and non-lubricated fasteners.
Thread Cutting Screws
(Zinc Plated Steel)
Thread
Size
No. 6182020 ± 5 in-lb
Threads per Inch
Baseline Torque*
Typ e ATyp e B
No. 8 - 32 UNC30 ± 5 in-lb
No.10 - 24 UNC38 ± 7 in-lb
1/4 - 20 UNC85 ± 15 in-lb
5/16 - 18 UNC110 ± 20 in-lb
3/8 - 16 UNC200 ± 100 in-lb
Conversion Factors
in-lb X 11.2985 = N-cm
ft-lb X 1.3558 = N-m
No. 8151830 ± 5 in-lb
No. 10121638 ± 7 in-lb
No. 12111485 ± 15 in-lb
* Hole size, material strength, material thickness and
finish must be considered when determining specific
torque values. All torque values are based on nonlubricated fasteners.
30520 2002-2003 32.0" 40.0" 78" 420 9 X 3.5 - 4" (23 X
30521 2002-2003 35.6" 41.0" 78" 430 9 X 3.5 - 4" (23 X
30523 2002-2004 35.0" 41" 72" 475 9 X 3.5 - 4" (23 X
30524 2002-2004 46.1 43.2" 78" 433 9 X 3.5 - 4" (23 X
30526 2002-2003 58.2" 43.2" 73" 483 9 X 3.5 - 4" (23 X
30527 2003-2004 46.1" 43.2 78" 430 9 X 3.5 - 4" (23 X
30528 2003-2004 58.2" 43.2" 73" 483 9 X 3.5 - 4" (23 X
30529 2003-2004 35.6" 41" 78" 430 9 X 3.5 - 4" (23 X
305302003-200435.0" 41" 72"4759 X 3.5 - 4" (23 X
30531 2004 35.0" 41" 72" 475 9 X 3.5 - 4" (23 X
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SPECIFICATIONS
kPa)
kPa)
kPa)
kPa)
kPa)
12-14 PSI (83-97
12-14 PSI (83-97
12-14 PSI (83-97
12-14 PSI (83-97
Tire DimensionsTire Pressure
(lbs.)
NA 12-14 PSI (83-97
FrontRearFrontRear
11"x4.00-5" 16x6.50" – 8
20-24 PSI (138-165
(40.6x16.5 – 20.3 mm)
11"x4.00-5" 16x6.50" – 8
KG)
kPa)
(40.6x16.5 – 20.3 mm)
KG)
kPa)
20-24 PSI (138-165
16x6.50" – 8
(40.6x16.5 – 20.3 mm
10cm)
9x3.5-4 (23x9-
KG)
kPa)
kPa)
20-24 PSI (138-165
20-24 PSI (138-165
16x6.50 – 8"
(40.6x19.4 – 20.3 mm)
(40.6x16.5 – 20.3 mm)
11"x4.00-5" 16x7.50" – 8
9 – 10 cm)
KG)
ModelYears WidthHeightLength Weight
30172TE 2001 48.31 44.1 83.55 250 (113
30261TE2003-2004 48.3 45.5 80.5 469 (213
30250TE 2001 48.31 44.1 83.55 469 (213
30528 2003-2004 58.2" 43.2" 73" 483 9 X 3.5 - 4" (23 X
30291TE 2001 58.73 44.1 79.92 560 (254
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SPECIFICATIONS
Floating Deck
Classic T-Bar / Gear Drive /
Only
Classic T-Bar / Gear / Traction Unit
Deck
Pistol Grip / Hydro Drive / Floating
30183
30185
30225
Floating Deck
T-Bar / Hydro Drive /
30441
Model ID
Fixed Deck
Pistol Grip / Hydo Drive /
Fixed Deck
Pistol Grip / Gear Drive /
Deck
T-Bar / Gear Drive / Fixed
3014030518305243011930316
Floating Deck
Pistol Grip / Gear Drive /
302583043130436
302593043230338
302603043730439
303173043830440
30318
30319
30320
30321
30322
30326
30327
30342
Floating Deck
T-Bar / Gear Drive /
3018730250303293029030339
3018830251303323029130340
3018930253303333029230341
3019130254303343029730433
30150305193052630159
30161305203052730165
30164305213052830167
301713052330168
301783052930169
301843053030177
301933053130182
30194
30195
30196
30197
/ Traction Unit Only
Classic T-Bar / Hydro Drive
3019230255303353029630434
*30299TE302573043030291TE30435
30172TE
30250TE
30261TE
30314TE
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MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule, Floating Deck Models
Maintenance ServiceInterval Maintenance Procedure
Each Use• Engine Oil—check level
• Safety System—check
• Brake—check
• Engine—clean outside
• Mower Housing—clean
8 Hours• Engine Oil—change
• Cutting Blades—check
• Mower Housing—clean
• Caster Wheels—grease
25 Hours
• Foam Air Cleaner—clean
• Paper Air Cleaner—check, replace if dirty
40 Hours• Deck Belt Idler Arm—grease
• Deck Belt Idler Arm—grease
1
• Tires—check pressure
•Hydraulic Oil—check
50 Hours• Belts—check for wear/cracks
100 Hours
• Engine Oil—change
1
• Spark Plug(s)—check
• Electric Clutch–Adjust
• Engine—clean outside
• Paper Air Cleaner—replace
1
200 Hours• Engine Oil Filter—change (200 hours or every other oil change)
• Fuel Filter—replace
250 Hours
400 Hours
• Transmission Couplings—grease
• Wheel Bearings—grease
1
1
At Storage• Chipped Surfaces—paint
• Perform all maintenance procedures listed above before storage
1
More often in dusty, dirty conditions.
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Maintenance Schedule, Fixed Deck Models
MAINTENANCE
Service OperationEach
Use8Hours25Hours50Hours
Oil—check levelXX
Oil—change*InitialXX
Oil Filter—change (200 hours or every other
oil change)
Safety System—checkXX
Brakes—checkXX
Cutting Blades — checkXXX
Wheel Bearings—grease*XX
Transmission Couplers — grease*XX
Idler Pivots — grease*XX
Belt Blade Idler Pivots — grease*XX
Foam Air Cleaner—service*XX
Paper Air Cleaner—replace*XX
Spark Plug(s)—checkXX
Belts—check for wear/cracksXX
PTO Belt—check tensionInitialXX
Gasoline—drainX
Engine—clean cooling systemXXX
Fuel Filter—replaceXX
Tires—check pressureXX
Chipped Surfaces—paintX
* More often in dusty, dirty conditions
100
Hours
200
Hours
XX
Storage
Service
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ENGINE
Engine Removal
1.Turn the fuel valve to the “off” position.
2.Drain the engine oil into a suitable container.
3.Remove the fuel line by sliding clamp down and
remove the line from fuel pump (Figure 3). Drain
fuel in line into a suitable container.
6.Cut the tie wrap and disconnect the mag wire (red
from black) bullet connector (Figure 5).
Figure 5
7.Remove the screw attaching the ground wire to
the air shroud.
8.Remove the bolt securing the harness to the
engine block.
0602-12
Figure 3
4.Remove bolt that clamps the fuel line to engine
block (Figure 4).
Figure 4
5.Slide the wiring out from under the clip on the air
shroud.
mvc-048
mvc-409
9.Pull the harness out from behind the oil fill tube
and move it away from the engine to prevent
damage.
On Floating Deck Models:
10. Disconnect the alternator wire connector (red to
pink) (Figure 6).
Figure 6
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ENGINE
11. Separate the electric clutch connector and push
the connector and grommet through the frame
(Figure 7).
Figure 7
12. Remove the air cleaner cover.
13. Then remove the clamps holding the throttle and
choke cables to the engine (Figure 8). Mark the
cable housings for the clamp locations to assist in
reassembly. Remove the throttle and choke
cables.
0819-30
15. If the unit is up, no need to remove the deck
covers.
16. Remove deck drive belt from deck idler and drive
pulley (Figure 9).
Figure 9
17. Remove hydro pump drive belt (Figure 10).
mvc-412
A
B
Figure 8
(A) Choke(B) Throttle
14. Remove the drive pulleys.
0602-10
Figure 10
mvc-415
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ENGINE
18. Remove PTO clutch arm from housing (Figure 11).
Figure 11
19. Sometimes it is necessary to remove the PTO
clutch brake pulley to have better access for
removing the clutch bolt (Figure 12 and Figure
14).
0820-05
20. On gear drive models, remove the V belt from the
transmission sheave (Figure 13).
Figure 13
mvc-417
Figure 14mvc-418
Figure 12
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ENGINE
21. Remove pulley cover (Figure 15).
Figure 15
22. Unbolt clutch bolt, remove clutch and engine
pulley (Figure 16 and Figure 17).
mvc-419
Figure 17mvc-424
23. Remove the nuts and bolts that mount engine to
chassis (Figure 18).
Figure 18
Figure 16
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mvc-421
Reverse order for reassembly - Torque clutch bolt to 55
to 60 ft. lbs. (75 to 81 N-m).
mvc-423
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ENGINE
On Fixed Deck Models:
1.Engage the PTO and block the mower blades to
prevent the crankshaft from turning (Figure 19).
Figure 19
2.Then loosen the pulley bolt (Figure 20).
0602-11
3.Remove tension from the hydraulic pump belt by
using the cold start assist ring (Figure 21).
Figure 21
4.Disengage the PTO. Finish removing the pulley
bolt along with the 4 washers.
5.Slide the PTO pulley, 2 spacers, and the pump
drive pulley from the crankshaft, taking care not to
lose the 2 keys which locate the pulleys on the
crankshaft.
0602-09
Figure 20
0602-08
6.Mark the position of the belt guide attached with
the left rear mounting bolt (Figure 22).
Figure 22
7.Remove the 4 engine mounting bolts and remove
the engine from the chassis.
Note: Make sure the rear wheel grease caps are
removed before lubricating rear wheels.
Figure 26
Lubricating the Transmission Couplers
m-2147
Greasing the PTO Drive Belt Idler and Deck Belt
Idler
1.Stop the engine, set the parking brake, remove
the key and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from
the spark plug(s).
2.Grease the idler pulley pivots (Figure 28).
Note: You’ll have to remove the carrier covers to
access the grease fitting for the deck.
3.Grease the idler pulley pivots (Figure 28).
1.Lubricate the transmission couplers located in the
back of the machine with general purpose grease
(Figure 27).
Figure 27
m-5191
Figure 28
m-5194
Cleaning the Cooling System
Service Interval/Specification
Before each use, check and clean engine cooling
system. Remove any build-up of grass, dirt or other
debris from the cylinder and cylinder head cooling fins,
air intake screen on flywheel end, and carburetorgovernor levers and linkage. This will help insure
adequate cooling and correct engine speed and will
reduce the possibility of overheating and mechanical
damage to the engine.
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CHASSIS
Brake Service
Service Interval/Specification
Before each use, check brakes for proper operation.
Always set the parking brake when you stop the
machine or leave it unattended. If the parking brake
does not hold securely, an adjustment is required.
Pistol Grip - Gear Drive - Fixed Deck
Checking the Brake
1.Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the blade control (PTO) and push the neutral/
brake lock forward to set the brake.
2.Rear wheels must lock when you try to push the
machine forward or backward. Adjustment is
required if the wheels turn and do not lock. Refer
to ”Adjusting the Brake" on page 4 - 3.
4.Position wing nut so the brakes will engage when
the drive levers are squeezed enough to place
neutral/brake lock forward and set the brake.
5.Check the brake operation again; refer to ”Pistol
Grip - Gear Drive - Fixed Deck" on page 4 - 3.
Important
wheels must rotate freely when you push the mower. If
brake action and free wheel rotation cannot be
achieved, contact your service dealer immediately.
With the parking brake released, the rear
3.Release the brake and move neutral/brake lock to
neutral. Move the machine slightly, approximately
1/2 in. (13mm). Wheels should rotate freely.
4.If both conditions are met, no adjustment is
required.
Adjusting the Brake
If the parking brake does not hold securely, an
adjustment
1.Check the brake before you adjust it; refer to
2.Release the parking brake.
3.To adjust brake, rotate the wing nuts on the brake
rods (Figure 29). Rotate clockwise to tighten the
brake and counterclockwise to loosen the brake.
Figure 29
(1) Brake rod(2) Wing nut
m-5372
Pistol Grip - Gear Drive - Floating
Deck
Checking the Brake
1.Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the PTO.
2.Stop the engine, remove the key and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3.Push the neutral/brake lock forward to set the
brake.
4.Rear wheels must lock when you try to push the
machine forward or backward. Adjustment is
required if the wheels turn and do not lock. Refer
to ”Adjusting the Brakes" on page 4 - 4.
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CHASSIS
5.Release the brake and move the neutral/brake
lock to the neutral position. Move the machine
lightly, approximately 1/2 in. (13mm). Wheels
should rotate freely.
6.If both conditions are met, no adjustment is
required.
Adjusting the Brakes
The brake lever is on the upper control bar (Figure 31).
If the parking brake does not hold securely, an
adjustment is required.
Note: For the initial adjustment, adjust the wing nut
until it is 1-1/4 inches (32mm) from the top of the rod
(Figure 30).
1.Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the PTO, and set the parking brake.
2.Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3.Check the brake before you adjust it; refer to
”Checking the Brake" on page 4 - 3.
4.Release the parking brake; refer to ”Releasing the
Parking Brake" on page 4 - 4.
10. Check the brake operation again refer to
”Checking the Brake" on page 4 - 3.
Figure 30
(1) Brake rod(2) Wing nut
Releasing the Parking Brake
1.Squeeze the drive levers back to the grip (Figure
31).
2.Place thumbs on the upper part of locks and rotate
them rearward until in forward speed slot (Figure
31).
m-5372
5.To adjust the brake remove the hair pin cotter and
washer from the bell crank and trunnion (Figure
30).
6.Rotate the wing nut clockwise to increase the
braking pressure.
7.Rotate the wing nut counterclockwise to decrease
the braking pressure.
8.Install the trunnion into the hole for the brake rod
(Figure 30). Tighten the wing nut.
9.Secure trunnion to brake lever with washer and
hair pin cotter (Figure 30).
Figure 31
(1) Handle
(2) Neutral/parking brake
lock
(3) Park position
(4) Neutral position
m-6580
(5) Drive lever
(6) Full speed forward
position
(7) Grip
(8) Forward speed slot
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CHASSIS
Pistol Grip - Hydro - Fixed Deck
Checking the Parking Brake
1.Move the machine onto a level surface.
2.Disengage the power take off (PTO) and stop the
engine.
3.Set the parking brake.
Note: Setting the parking brake should take a
reasonable amount of force. If it engages too hard or
too easily, adjustment is required. Refer to ”Adjusting
the Parking Brake" on page 4 - 5.
Adjusting the Parking Brake
The parking brake lever is on the right side of the
machine (Figure 32). If the parking brake does not
hold securely, adjust it.
1.Check the parking brake before you adjust it; refer
to ”Checking the Parking Brake" on page 4 - 5.
6.Check the brake operation again; refer to
”Checking the Parking Brake" on page 4 - 5.
Figure 32
(1) Brake linkage yoke
(2) Flat bar (parking brake
2.Release the parking brake; refer to ”Releasing the
Parking Brake" on page 4 - 4.
3.Remove the hair pin cotter and the clevis pin from
the lower brake lever (Figure 32).
4.Rotate the brake linkage yoke in to tighten the
parking brake; rotate the brake linkage yoke out to
loosen the parking brake (Figure 32).
Note: There should be approximately 1/4 inch
(6.3mm) clearance between the tire and the flat bar
when the parking brake is in the released position
(Figure 32).
5.Secure the brake linkage yoke to the lower brake
lever with the hair pin cotter and the clevis pin
(Figure 32).
Pistol Grip - Hydro - Floating Deck
Checking the Brake
1.Park the machine on a level surface.
2.Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake.
3.Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
4.To set the parking brake, it should take a
reasonable amount of force. If it engages too hard
or easily, adjustment is required. Refer to
”Adjusting the Brake" on page 4 - 6.
Note: When the brake is engaged, the brake handle
should be close to the 1 o’clock position.
5.If there is a reasonable amount of force, no
adjustment is required.
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CHASSIS
Adjusting the Brake
The brake handle is on the left side of the machine
(Figure 33). If the parking brake does not hold
securely, and adjustment is required.
1.Check the brake before you adjust it; refer to
”Checking the Brake" on page 4 - 5.
2.Release the parking brake; refer to ”Releasing the
Parking Brake" on page 4 - 4.
3.Loosen the top and bottom jam nuts (Figure 33).
4.To adjust the brake, remove the hair pin cotter and
clevis pin from the lower brake lever (Figure 33).
5.Rotate the brake rod in the yokes. To tighten the
brake, lengthen the rod between the yokes. To
loosen the brake, shorten the rod between the
yokes (Figure 33).
Note: The brake rod should be threaded into both
yokes the same distance.
6.Secure the yoke to lower brake lever with the hair
pin cotter and clevis pin (Figure 33).
7.Tighten the top and bottom jam nuts (Figure 33).
8.Check the brake operation again, refer to
”Checking the Brake" on page 4 - 5.
(5) Jam nut
(6) Brake rod
(7) Lower brake lever
(8) 1 o’clock position
T-Bar - Gear Drive - Fixed Deck
Checking the Brake
m-6614
1.Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the blade control (PTO) and set the parking brake.
2.Rear wheels must lock when you try to push the
machine forward or backward. Adjustment is
required if the wheels turn and do not lock; refer to
”Adjusting the Brake" on page 4 - 7.
3.Release the brake and press the upper control bar
very lightly, approximately 1/2 inch (13mm),
wheels should rotate freely.
4.If both conditions are met, no adjustment is
required.
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Adjusting the Brake
The brake lever is on the upper control bar (Figure 34).
If the parking brake does not hold securely, an
adjustment is required.
Figure 34
(1) Upper control bar(2) Parking brake lock
1.Check the brake before you adjust it; refer to
”Checking the Brake" on page 4 - 6.
4.Check the brake operation again; refer to
”Checking the Brake" on page 4 - 6.
Important
wheels must rotate freely when you push the mower. If
the brake action and free wheel cannot be achieved,
examine the brake system components for wear or
damage.
(1) Brake rod(2) Wing nut
With the parking brake released, the rear
Figure 35
m-3773
2.Release the parking brake; refer to ”Releasing the
Parking Brake" on page 4 - 4.
3.To adjust the brake, set the parking brake latch,
and rotate the wing nuts on the brake rods (Figure
35). Clockwise to tighten the brake and
counterclockwise to loosen the brake.
Note: The control bar should be parallel with reference
bar when properly adjusted.
T-Bar - Gear Drive - Floating Deck
Checking the Brake
1.Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the PTO.
2.Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3.Apply the parking brake. The wheels must lock
when you try to push the machine forward.
4.If the wheels do not lock, adjust the brakes. Refer
to ”Adjusting the Brake" on page 4 - 8.
5.Release the brake and press upper control bar
very lightly, approximately 1/2 inch (13mm). The
wheels should rotate freely. If not; refer to
”Adjusting the Brake" on page 4 - 8.
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Adjusting the Brake
The brake lever is on the upper control bar (Figure 36).
If the parking brake does not hold securely, adjustment
is required.
Note: For the initial adjustment, adjust the wing nut
until it is 1-1/4 inches (32mm) from the top of the rod
(Figure 37).
8.Install the trunnion into hole F (Figure 37).
Tighten the wing nut.
9.Secure trunnion to brake lever with washer and
hair pin cotter (Figure 37).
10. Check the brake operation again; refer to
”Checking the Brake" on page 4 - 7.
Important
wheels must rotate freely when you push the mower. If
brake action and free wheel rotation cannot be
achieved, examine the brake system components for
wear or damage.
With the parking brake released, the rear
Figure 36
(1) Upper control bar (2) Parking brake lever (set
position)
1.Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the PTO, and set the parking brake.
2.Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3.Check the brake before you adjust it; refer to
”Checking the Brake" on page 4 - 7.
4.Release the parking brake; refer to ”Releasing the
Parking Brake" on page 4 - 4.
5.To adjust the brake, remove the hair pin cotter and
washer from the brake lever and trunnion (Figure
37).
6.Rotate the wing nut clockwise to increase the
braking pressure.
m-5233
(1) Hair pin cotter and
washer
(2) Trunnion
(3) Brake lever
(4) Wing nut
Figure 37
(5) Hole F
(6) Initial adjustment - 1-1/4
inch (32 mm)
(7) Rod
m-6512
Brake Band (T-Bar - Gear Drive)
Removal
1.Turn the engine off and remove the high tension
wire(s) from the spark plug(s).
2.Jack up the machine until the tire is off the floor.
Support the machine with jack stands or blocks to
prevent it from falling.
7.Rotate the wing nut counterclockwise to decrease
the braking pressure.
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3.Remove rear wheel and tire from the wheel hub.
4.Remove the wheel hub from the axle.
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5.Remove the drive belt from the pulleys.
6.Remove the dust cover, cotter pin, nut, and
washer from the axle (Figure 38).
Figure 38
0819-03
7.Slide the hub with the pulleys and brake drum off
the axle (Figure 39).
8.Inspect the brake drum. Replace it if is severely
scored.
9.Remove the hairpin cotter and disconnect the
brake rod from the brake arm (Figure 40).
Figure 40
0819-02
10. Pry off the push nut securing the brake arm to the
pivot (Figure 41).
Figure 39
0819-05
Figure 41
0819-01
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11. Remove the 3 push nuts securing the brake band
to the brake link (Figure 42). Note: Use all new
push nuts when reassembling the brakes.
Figure 42
Installation
Follow the removal procedures in reverse and check
the brakes, ”Checking the Brake" on page 4 - 7.
Important
brake arm pivot with anti-seize compound during
assembly.
1.Raise the rear of machine so wheels are off the
ground and support with jack stands.
Figure 43
2.Remove the 4 wheel lug nuts from wheel hub.
mvc-899
Figure 45
5.Remove the dust cap.
Figure 46
mvc-003
mvc-901
Figure 44
3.Remove the rear wheel and tire from the wheel
hub.
4.Remove belt from drum/pulley assembly.
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mvc-900
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6.Remove cotter pin securing axle nut and discard
cotter pin.
Figure 47
mvc-902
7.Remove the axle nut.
8.Remove the retaining ring holding the brake lever
to chassis and discard.
Figure 49
mvc-013
9.Remove hair pin holding brake rod to brake lever.
Figure 48
mvc-904
Figure 50
mvc-015
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10. Disconnect brake rod from brake lever.
Figure 51
mvc-002
11. Remove hub, drum/pulley assembly with the
brake band assembly from axle.
12. Slide brake band from drum and inspect for wear
or damage. Replace if needed.
Figure 53
mvc-011
13. While using a 1/2" socket with extension to hold
the bolt, use a 1/2" wrench and loosen lock nut
and remove.
Figure 52
mvc-004
Figure 54
mvc-005
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CHASSIS
15. Inspect axle shaft, bearings and bearing races for
wear, damage or dirt (Figure 57).
14. Separate drum/pulley assembly from wheel hub
(Figure 56).
Figure 56
mvc-008
Figure 57
16. Reassemble brake drum/pulley assembly onto
hub - torque nuts to 200 in. lbs. (22.6 N-m).
17. If you have the split pulley assembly - fasten the 2
split pulleys to the brake drum and fasten to wheel
hub.
Figure 58
mvc-010
mvc-012
Note: Reassemble in reverse order.
18. Torque wheel lug nuts to 85 ft. lbs. (115 N-m).
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Parking Brake Linkage (Pistol Grip
Hydro)
Removal
1.Remove the hairpin cotter retaining the lower link
to the brake shaft (Figure 59).
Figure 59
0602-36
4.Remove the bellcrank assembly.
5.Remove the hairpin clip from the upper linkage
rod and remove the rod from the bellcrank (Figure
61).
Figure 61
6.Remove the 2 bolts securing the bellcrank to the
rear frame (Figure 62).
0602-39
2.To remove the idler spring, remove the nut and
bolt assembly from the brake mounting flange end
of the spring. Slip the opposite end of the spring
off the brake return lever (Figure 60).
Figure 60
3.Remove the remaining bolts securing the parking
brake assembly to the rear frame.
0602-44
Figure 62
0602-46
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7.To remove the parking brake lever assembly,
remove the pivot bolt and bushing from the lever
bracket (Figure 63).
In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive. A fire or
explosion from gasoline can burn you and others
and can damage property.
• Drain gasoline from the fuel tank when the
engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open area.
Wipe up any gasoline that spills.
• Never smoke when draining gasoline, and stay
away from an open flame or where a spark may
ignite the gasoline fumes.
1.Park the machine on a level surface, to
tank drains completely. Then disengage the power
take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the
ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. Remove
the key.
2.Close fuel shut-off valve at fuel tank.
Note: Remove fuel line from fuel valve that is closest
to the engine.
assure fuel
Fuel Tank Removal
1.Place shutoff valve in the “off” position.
2.Disconnect the fuel line at the filter (Figure 64).
Figure 64
3.Remove the 4 bolts securing the fuel tank to the
frame.
Installation
Follow the removal procedures in reverse. Note: DO
NOT overtighten the sprung mounting bolts (Figure
65).
0602-06
3.Squeeze the ends of the hose clamp together and
slide it up the fuel line away from valve.
4.Pull the fuel line off the valve. Open fuel shut-off
valve and allow gasoline to drain into a gas can or
drain pan.
Figure 65
0602-14
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Electric (PTO) Clutch (Floating Deck
Models)
Removal
1.Stop the engine, remove the key, and disconnect
the spark plug wires.
2.Raise the rear of the unit and place on safety
stands.
3.Remove the deck covers.
4.Using a large channel lock pliers, move the idler
pulley against spring tension until the PTO drive
belt can be slipped off the idler pulley (Figure 66).
11. Lift the engine and insert 3/4” (19mm) wooden
blocks between the engine and frame (Figure 67).
This will provide clearance between the axle and
clutch pulley to permit removing the clutch from
the crankshaft.
Figure 67
12. Remove the nut, bolt, and spacer securing the
clutch arm to the frame (Figure 68).
0820-04
Figure 66
5.Slip the PTO drive belt off the deck pulley and
PTO clutch.
6.Disconnect the spring from the traction belt
tensioning arm.
7.Separate the clutch wiring and push the clutch
plug and grommet through the frame.
8.Remove the traction drive belt.
9.Remove the 2 rear engine mounting bolts and
replace with 3” (76mm) long 5/16” bolts to
maintain the engine to frame positioning.
10. Remove the 2 front engine mounting bolts and
nuts.
0819-21
A
B
Figure 68
(A) Clutch arm bolt(B) Clutch retaining bolt
13. Remove the clutch retaining bolt and washer.
14. Slide the electric clutch off the crankshaft.
Installation
Follow the removal procedures in reverse. Apply antiseize compound on the crankshaft to prevent rust.
0820-06
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Replacing the Drive Belt
(Gear Drive - Floating Deck)
Service Interval/Specification
Check all belts after every 50 operating hours or
monthly, whichever occurs first. Look for dirt, wear,
cracks and signs of overheating.
1.Remove top capscrew securing idler support and
idler bracket to rear frame (Figure 69).
2.Loosen bottom two mounting screws enough to
allow belt to pass between drive pulley and idler
support (Figure 69).
3.Raise wheel off ground enough to allow belt
removal.
Replacing the Drive Belt
(Fixed Deck Pistol Grip)
Service Interval/Specification
Check all belts after every 50 operating hours or
monthly, whichever occurs first. Look for dirt, wear,
cracks, and signs of overheating.
1.Disengage the blade control (PTO) lever and set
the parking brake.
2.Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to
stop.
3.Remove the drive spring from the adjustment bolt
(Figure 70).
Figure 70
Figure 69
(1) Top capscrew
(2) Idler bracket
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(3) Idler support
(4) Bottom capscrew
m-1722
(1) Drive belt
(2) Drive spring
4.Remove the drive belt from the pulleys and over
the tire.
5.Install the new belt and the drive spring.
(3) Tire
(4) Adjustment bolt
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Replacing the Traction Belt
(Floating Deck)
1.Raise the front of the machine and support with
jack stands.
2.Disconnect clutch wire connector from wire
harness (Figure 71).
3.Remove PTO drive belt. Refer to ”Replacing the
Drive Belt (Gear Drive - Floating Deck)" on page 4
- 21.
4.Remove clutch retainer from the engine deck
(Figure 71).
5.Unhook tension spring from side of frame (Figure
71).
6.Loosen pivot bolt enough to remove traction belt
from the drive pulley and clutch (Figure 71).
7.Install new belt around clutch and drive pulley.
11. Install PTO drive belt.
Figure 71
(1) Traction belt
(2) Idler pulley
(3) Clutch retainer
(4) Tension spring
8.Torque pivot bolt to 35 - 40 ft. lb. (47 - 54 N•m).
Install tension spring between idler arm and frame
bracket (Figure 71).
9.Install clutch retainer to the engine deck (Figure
71).
10. Connect clutch wire connector to wire harness.
Replacing the Traction Belt
(Fixed Deck)
1.Disengage the blade control (PTO) lever and set
the parking brake.
2.Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to
stop before leaving the operating position.
3.Raise the rear of the machine and hold it up with
jack stands.
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4.Remove the mower belt (Figure 72).
Figure 72
(1) Idler pulley in slot
(2) Traction belt
(3) Mower belt
5.Loosen the mounting bolt enough to slide the idler
pulley in the slot and remove the traction belt from
the engine and drive pulleys (Figure 72).
(4) Belt guide
(5) 1-1/4 in. (32mm)
(6) Mower belt
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Adjusting Grass/Mud Scraper
1.Loosen the locknut holding scraper to the engine
frame (Figure 73).
2.Rotate scraper until aligned with center of pulley
grooves (Figure 73).
3.Tighten the locknut (Figure 73).
Note: The scraper must not contact the pulley on the
sides or bottom of grooves. Re-adjust if necessary.
6.Install the new traction belt around the engine and
the drive pulleys (Figure 72).
7.Slide the idler pulley in the engine frame to tension
the traction belt and tighten mounting bolt (Figure
72).
8.Install the mower belt (Figure 72).
9.Check the belt guide under the engine frame for
the proper adjustment (Figure 72).
Note: The distance between the belt guide and mower
belt should be 1-1/4 in. (32mm) when the mower belt is
engaged. Adjust the belt if necessary. The disengaged
belt should not drag or fall off the pulley when the
guides are properly adjusted.
(1) Scraper
(2) Locknut
Figure 73
(3) Pulley
m-3776
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HYDRAULIC DRIVE SYSTEMS
Hydraulic Drive System Overview
The hydrostatic drive system consists of two bidirectional high-pressure loops, one for each drive
wheel. Each loop is made up of a pump, motor, and the
high-pressure hoses connecting them together. Both
high-pressure loops share a common low-pressure
supply system. The components of the low-pressure
supply system are the reservoir, filter, and lowpressure hoses.
The pump is driven by an internal combustion engine
through a belt and pulley system.
The speed and direction of each drive wheel is
controlled independently by varying the output of the
pump. The output of the pump is varied by moving the
speed control handle and drive lever.
Hydraulic System
The charge pump portion of the pump circulates fluid
through the low-pressure system.
Oil is drawn through each pump’s case drain line to the
reservoir for cooling, then through the filter for cleaning
and finally pumped back into the high pressure loop by
the charge pump.
On fixed deck models only, a cold start ring is used,
which when engaged, removes tension from the pump
drive belt. This reduces the effort required to pull the
recoil starter when in cold temperatures.
More detailed information about each component can
be found on the Toro Hydraulic Troubleshooting CD
(PN# 492-4777), Ross Wheel Motor Service and
Repair Manual (492-4753), and the Hydro-Gear
Service and Repair Manual, PN# 492-4749.
1.Disengage the PTO, turn the ignition key to off,
and remove the key.
2.Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position and then chock or block tires.
Important
or severe hydraulic system damage may result.
3.Remove hydraulic reservoir cap and temporarily
cover opening with a plastic bag and rubber band
to prevent all hydro fluid from draining out.
4.Locate filter under engine base and place drain
pan under filter (Figure 74).
Do not substitute an automotive oil filter
7.Install replacement hydraulic filter onto the filter
adapter. Do not tighten.
8.Remove plastic bag from reservoir opening and
allow filter to fill with hydro fluid.
9.When fluid overflows filter, turn the oil filter
clockwise until the rubber gasket contacts the filter
adapter. Then tighten the filter an additional 1/2
turn (Figure 74).
10. Clean up any spilled fluid.
11. Add Mobil 1 15W-50 synthetic motor oil or
equivalent synthetic oil to approximately 1/4 in.
(6mm) below the top of reservoir baffle.
Important
fluids could cause system damage.
12. Start engine and let run for about two minutes to
purge air from the system. Stop the engine and
check for leaks. If one or both wheels will not
drive, refer to "Bleeding Hydraulic System
(Floating Deck Models)" on page 5 - 4.
Use oil specified or equivalent. Other
5.Remove the old filter and wipe the filter adapter
gasket surface clean (Figure 74).
Figure 74
(1) Hydraulic filter
(2) Gasket
6.Apply a thin coat of hydro fluid to the rubber
gasket on the replacement filter.
(3) Adapter
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13. Recheck level and add fluid, if required. Do not
overfill.
Checking the Hydraulic Fluid
Check the hydraulic fluid level:
• Before engine is first started.
• After first
• After 40 operating hours.
Fluid Type: Mobil 1 15W-50 synthetic motor oil or
equivalent synthetic oil.
Important
fluids could cause system damage.
Hydraulic System Oil Capacity: 67 oz. (2.0 l).
1.Position machine on a level surface, stop the
8 operating hours.
Use oil specified or equivalent. Other
engine and chock or block tires.
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2.Clean area around filler neck of hydraulic tank
(Figure 75).
WARNING
3.Remove cap from filler neck. Look inside to check
if there is fluid in the reservoir. (Figure 75).
4.If there is no fluid, add fluid to reservoir
approximately a 1/4 in. (6mm) below the top of
baffle.
5.Run the machine 15 minutes to allow any air to
purge out of the system and warm fluid.
6.Recheck level while fluid is warm. Add fluid to
raise level to top of the baffle, if required.
Note: Fluid level should be to the top of the baffle
when fluid is
7.Install cap on filler neck.
warm (Figure 75).
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can
penetrate skin and cause injury.
• If hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin it must
be surgically removed within a few hours by a
doctor familiar with this type of injury.
Gangrene may result if this is not done.
• Keep body and hands away from pin hole leaks
or nozzles that eject high pressure hydraulic
fluid.
• Use cardboard or paper to find hydraulic leaks.
• Safely relieve all pressure in the hydraulic
system before performing any work on the
hydraulic system.
• Make sure all hydraulic fluid hoses and lines
are in good condition and all hydraulic
connections and fittings are tight before
applying pressure to hydraulic system.
Bleeding Hydraulic System (Floating Deck Models)
The traction system is self bleeding, however, it may
be necessary to bleed the system if fluid is changed or
after work is
performed on the system.
(1) Cap
(2) Baffle
Figure 75
m-4280
(3) Fluid level - full
1.Raise rear of the machine so wheels are off the
ground and support with jack stands.
2.Start the engine and run at idle speed. Engage
traction on one side and spin the wheel by hand.
3.When the wheel begins to spin on its own, keep it
engaged until wheel drives smoothly (minimum 2
minutes).
4.Check hydraulic fluid level as it drops and add as
required to maintain proper level.
5.Repeat procedure on opposite wheel.
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Bleeding Hydraulic System (Fixed Deck Models)
The traction system is self-bleeding, however, it may
be necessary to bleed the system if fluid is changed or
after work is performed on the system.
Air must be purged from the hydraulic system when
any hydraulic components, including oil filter, are
removed or any of the hydraulic lines are disconnected.
The critical area for purging air from the hydraulic
system is between the oil reservoir and each charge
pump located on the top of each variable displacement
pump. Air in other parts of the hydraulic system will be
purged through normal operation once the charge
pump is “primed”.
HYDRAULIC DRIVE SYSTEMS
1.Disengage the PTO, turn the ignition key to off,
and remove the key. Wait for all moving parts to
stop before leaving the operating position.
2.Raise the rear of machine so wheels are off the
ground and support with jack stands.
3.Check hydraulic fluid level.
4.Start engine and move throttle control to full
throttle position. Move the speed control lever to
the middle speed position and place the drive
levers into the “drive” position.
If either drive wheel does not rotate, it is possible to
assist the purging of the charge pump by carefully
rotating the tire in the forward direction.
Note: It is necessary to lightly touch the charge pump
cap (Figure 76) with your hand to check the pump
temperature. If the cap is too hot to touch, turn off
engine. The pumps may be damaged if the pump
becomes too hot. If either drive wheel still does not
rotate, continue to next step.
Figure 76
(1) Charge pump cap(2) Socket head screw
m-5955
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5.Thoroughly clean the area around each of the
charge pump housings.
6.To “prime” charge pump, loosen two hex socket
head capscrews (Figure 76) 1-1/2 turns only.
Make sure engine is not running. Lift charge pump
housing upward and wait for a steady flow of oil to
flow out from under housing. Retighten
capscrews. Do this for both pumps.
Note: Hydraulic reservoir can be pressurized to up to
5 psi to speed this process.
7.If either drive wheel still does not rotate, stop and
repeat steps 4, 5, and 6 on the respective pump. If
wheels rotate slowly, the system may prime after
additional running. Recheck hydraulic fluid level.
8.Allow unit to run several minutes after the charge
pumps are “primed” with drive system in the full
speed position.
9.Check hydro control linkage adjustment. Refer to
"Hydro Control Linkage Adjustment (Pistol Grip
Floating Deck)" on page 5 - 12.
5.Quickly push the upper control bar against the
reference bar. The front caster wheels should
almost lift off the ground. If front caster wheels lift
the off the ground, the machine is too aggressive
and adjustment is required.
6.Move the engine throttle to the “FAST” position.
7.Quickly push the upper control bar against the
reference bar. The front caster wheels should lift
approximately 1 inch (25mm) off the ground. If
front caster wheels lift the off the ground more
than 2 inches (50mm), the machine is too
aggressive. Adjustment is required.
8.If the machine accelerates slowly, and the front
caster wheels do not lift off the ground, the
machine is too un-responsive. Adjustment is
required.
Adjustment Procedure
The by-pass valve should be adjusted to deliver best
performance for the size (weight) mower you have. The
by-pass valve factory setting is 1/2 turn out.
By-Pass Valve (T-Bar)
The by-pass valve is adjustable to ensure easy
operation with a variety of deck sizes. If the front of the
deck lifts off the ground when the upper control bar is
quickly pushed forward or the machine is unable to
drive up hills, an adjustment may be needed.
Test Procedure
1.Start engine and run for 5 minutes at 3/4 throttle,
to warm hydraulic fluid.
2.Drive the machine to a clear and level open area
such as a driveway.
Important
area in front of the machine.
3.Loosen the quick release levers and push the
reference bar forward to the “FAST” position. Lock
the quick release levers to secure the reference
bar.
4.Move throttle control to 3/4 throttle.
There should be at least 10 feet of clear
The following values can be used as initial settings for
different size mowers:
52 in. (132cm)1/2 turn out
44 in. (112cm)1 turn out
36 in. (91cm)1-1/6 turn out
1.Loosen large jam nut several turns (Figure 77).
2.Gently close by-pass valve (Figure 77).
Important
seat may be damaged. Do not exceed 50 inch pounds
(6 N-m) to close valve.
3.Open by-pass valve 1/2 turn (Figure 77).
4.Tighten jam nut to lock the adjustment (Figure 77).
5.Repeat “Test Procedure” to check for proper
operation.
Important
sensitive, do not adjust more than 1/6 turn (one flat) at
a time.
Do not over-tighten valve or needle and
By-pass valve adjustment is very
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6.If the machine is too aggressive or tends to jump
forward, the valve needs to be opened further.
7.If the machine is slow to respond, the valve needs
to be closed further.
8.Repeat “Test Procedure” to check for proper
operation. Re-adjust the by-pass valves until
proper performance is achieved.
3.Move control bar rearward and forward then
release. If wheels rotate when control bar is in
neutral, adjustment is required.
4.Loosen top and bottom jam nuts at pump arm
neutral
5.Push down on pump arm until sleeve contacts
bottom nut (Figure 78). Wheel should now be
rotating slowly
6.Turn bottom nut up slowly, moving sleeve and
pump arm up, until wheel stops rotating (Figure
78).
7.Turn top nut
the adjustment (Figure 78).
8.Repeat step 3 above to check adjustment. Repeat
adjustment procedure if necessary.
9.Repeat on other wheel, if necessary.
adjustment sleeve (Figure 78).
in reverse.
down against sleeve and tighten to lock
Figure 77
(1) By-pass valve(2) Jam nut
m-5209
Neutral Adjustment (T-Bar Floating
Deck)
If wheels turn when control bar is in neutral, adjustment
is required.
1.Raise rear of the machine so wheels are off the
ground and support with jack stands.
CAUTION
Children or bystanders may be injured if they
move or attempt to operate the machine while it is
unattended.
Always remove the Ignition and chock or block
tires when leaving the machine unattended, even if
just for a few minutes.
(1) Top jam nut
(2) Sleeve
Figure 78
(3) Bottom jam nut
(4) Pump arm
m-5204
Handle and Control Rods (T-Bar
Floating Deck)
1.Align upper handle with upper mounting holes in
rear frame (Figure 79).
2.Start engine and run for 5 minutes at 3/4 throttle,
to warm hydraulic fluid.
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2.Secure each upper mounting hole with a flange
bolt (3/8 x 1 in. (26mm) and flange nut (Figure 79).
Torque bolts to 25 ft. lbs. (34 N-m).
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3.Select high, medium or low position for the lower
mounting hole (Figure 79). This allows the upper
handle to be adjusted to the user’s height
preference.
4.Secure each lower mounting hole with a flange
bolt (3/8 x 1 in. (26mm) and flange nut (Figure 79).
Torque bolts to 25 ft. lbs. (34 N-m).
Figure 79
(1) Upper handle
(2) Rear frame
(3) Flange bolt, 3/8 x 1 in.
(26mm)
(4) Flange nut, 3/8 in.
(5) Upper mounting hole
(6) Lower mounting hole
(7) Low position
(8) High position
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Install Control Rods
3.Press and hold upper control bars against
reference bar, so stop hits (Figure 80).
Figure 80
(1) Upper control bars
(2) Hairpin cotter
4.Push rod full forward until bearing is against
control bracket stop. Thread rod in or out of fitting
on control bracket until rod aligns with holes in
upper control bars (Figure 81).
5.When rod and holes in upper control bars line up,
turn rod one additional turn, so rod is shorter.
Note: Upper control bar stop must hit reference bar
before roller bearing hits control bracket stop.
(3) Reference bar
(4) Stop
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Before installing and adjusting control rods, loosen
quick release levers and move reference control bar all
the way forward.
Left Control Rod
1.Slide clevis pin through rod fitting and mounting
hole in control bracket (from outside). Secure with
washer and hairpin cotter (Figure 81).
2.Remove hairpin cotter and rod from upper control
bars (Figure 80).
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6.Connect rod to upper control bars with previously
removed hairpin cotter (Figure 80).
Figure 81
(1) Control rod-left
(2) Control bracket
(3) Rod fitting
(4) Clevis pin
Right Control Rod
1.Slide rod into control bracket and secure with
hairpin cotter (Figure 82).
2.Remove hairpin cotter and rod from upper control
bars (Figure 80).
6.Connect rod to upper control bars with previously
removed hairpin cotter, tighten wing nut and
turnbuckle (Figure 80).
Figure 82
(1) Control rod-right
(2) Control bracket
(3) Hairpin cotter
(4) Wing nut
Adjust Tracking
1.After completing assembly, check machine
tracking. Operate machine by holding upper
control bar against reference bar with wheel drive
engaged.
(5) Turnbuckle
(6) Control bracket stop
(7) Roller bearing
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3.Press and hold upper control bars against
reference bar, so stop hits (Figure 80).
4.Push rod full forward until bearing is against
control bracket stop. Loosen wing nut and thread
turnbuckle in or out until rod aligns with holes in
upper control bars (Figure 82).
5.When rod and holes in upper control bars line up,
rotate turnbuckle one additional turn, so rod is
shorter.
Note: Upper control bar stop must hit reference bar
before roller bearing hits control bracket stop.
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2.If machine does not track straight, moves more
right or left, adjustment is required.
3.Loosen wing nut on right control rod and rotate
turnbuckle in or out to change tracking. Secure
turnbuckle in position with wing nut (Figure 82).
4.Check for proper tracking.
Note: Control rods must be adjusted if handle height
position is changed.
Perform the following linkage adjustments when
the machine needs maintenance. If adjustment is
needed, do them in the order that they are listed
• Adjust speed control linkage.
• Adjust neutral control linkage.
• Adjust hydro control linkage.
• Adjust control rods.
• Tracking adjustment.
.
Speed Control Linkage (Pistol Grip
Floating Deck)
1.Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2.Move the speed control lever (located on the
console) to the full forward position.
3.Check the orientation of the tabs on the ends of
the speed control crank. These tabs should be
pointing straight down at the 6 o’clock position
approximately (Figure 83).
4.Adjust the threaded yoke at the bottom of the
speed control linkage until the tabs are at the 6
o’clock position (Figure 83).
5.Pull the speed control lever back to neutral.
6.Check to make sure the safety switch is
depressed and there is a 5/16 in. (8mm) space
between the actuating tab and the switch. (Figure
84).
7.If needed, adjust switch location to create the 5/16
in. (8mm) space (Figure 84).
Figure 84
(1) Actuating tab
(2) 5/16 in (8mm) space
(3) Safety switch
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A
Figure 850610-03
Figure 83
(1) Speed control rod
(2) Yoke
(3) Speed control crank
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(4) Tabs, 6 o’clock position
(5) Jam nut
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(A) Tab at 6 o’clock
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HYDRAULIC DRIVE SYSTEMS
Neutral Control Linkage Adjustment
(Pistol Grip Floating Deck)
WARNING
Engine must be running so control linkage
adjustments can be performed. Contact with
moving parts or hot surfaces may cause personal
injury.
Keep hands, feet, face, clothing and other body
parts away from rotating parts, muffler and other
hot surfaces.
WARNING
Mechanical or hydraulic jacks may fail to support
machine and cause a serious injury.
Figure 870610-02
Important
adjustments in the order that they are listed.
Perform the following linkage
• Use jack stand when supporting machine.
• Do not use hydraulic jacks.
1.Raise the rear of the machine onto jack stands to
raise the drive wheels off the ground.
2.Start the engine and move the throttle to the full
throttle position.
3.Place the neutral locks in the full forward position
and move the speed control lever to the medium
speed position.
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4.Hold OPC levers down.
Note: The OPC levers must be held down whenever
the speed control lever is out of the neutral position or
the engine will kill.
WARNING
Electrical system will not perform proper safety
shut off with Operator Presence Control (OPC)
levers held in place.
• Make sure Operator Presence Control (OPC)
levers are working when adjustment is
completed.
• Never operate this unit with Operator Presence
Control (OPC) levers held in place.
5.Squeeze one drive lever until an increased
resistance is felt. This is where neutral should be.
Note: Make sure you have not reached the end of the
neutral lock slot. If you have, shorten the control lever
linkage. Refer to "Control Rod Adjustment (Pistol Grip
Floating Deck)" on page 5 - 14.
12. Repeat this procedure for the opposite side.
Figure 88
(1) Neutral control linkage
(2) Yoke
(3) Adjusting bolt
(4) Nut
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Hydro Control Linkage Adjustment
(Pistol Grip Floating Deck)
6.If the wheel turns while holding the drive lever in
neutral, the neutral control linkages need to be
adjusted (Figure 88). If wheel stops, then go to
step 12.
7.Loosen the nut against the neutral control linkage
yoke (Figure 88).
8.Adjust the neutral control linkage until the
respective drive wheel stops while the drive lever
is pulled against the neutral spring (neutral
position) (Figure 88).
9.Turn the adjusting bolt approximately 1/4 turn
clockwise if the wheel is turning in reverse or turn
the bolt approximately 1/4 turn counterclockwise if
the wheel is turning forward (Figure 88).
10. Release the drive lever to the forward drive
position and squeeze back into the neutral
position. Check to see if the wheel stops. If not,
repeat the above adjustment procedure.
11. After adjustments are made, tighten the nuts
against the yokes.
WARNING
Engine must be running so control linkage
adjustments can be performed. Contact with
moving parts or hot surfaces may cause personal
injury.
Keep hands, feet, face, clothing and other body
parts away from rotating parts, muffler and other
hot surfaces.
WARNING
Mechanical or hydraulic jacks may fail to support
machine and cause a serious injury.
• Use jack stand when supporting machine.
• Do not use hydraulic jacks.
Left Side Linkage Adjustment
1.Raise the rear of the machine and place on jack
stands.
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2.Place the speed control lever in the neutral
position.
3.Place the left drive lever in the full forward
position.
4.Hold OPC levers down.
Note: The OPC levers must be held down whenever
the speed control lever is out of the neutral position or
the engine will kill.
WARNING
Electrical system will not perform proper safety
shut off with Operator Presence Control (OPC)
levers held in place.
• Make sure Operator Presence Control (OPC)
levers are working when adjustment is
completed.
• Never operate this unit with Operator Presence
Control (OPC) levers held in place.
5.Loosen the front nut on left hydro control linkage
as shown in Figure 89.
7.Turn the rear adjusting nut clockwise 1/4 of a turn
at a time. Then move the speed control lever
forward and back to neutral. Repeat this until left
wheel stops rotating forward (Figure 89).
8.Turn the rear nut an additional 1/2 turn and tighten
the front nut.
Note: Make sure flat part of linkage is perpendicular to
pin part of swivel.
9.After adjusting the left hydro control linkage, move
the speed control lever forward and then back to
the neutral position.
10. Make sure the speed control lever is in the neutral
position and the tire does not rotate.
11. Repeat adjustment if needed.
Note: If inconsistent neutral occurs, check to be sure
both springs are properly tightened on the speed
control lever under the console, especially the rear
pivot spring so the speed control lever is held firmly in
place and does not slide, but not too tight where the
speed control lever binds. Repeat above adjustments
if necessary (Figure 90).
A
A
B
B
C
Figure 89
(A) Hydro control linkage
(B) Front nut
6.Turn the left rear adjusting nut counterclockwise
until wheel rotates forward (Figure 89).
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(C) Rear adjusting nut
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(A) Rear pivot spring(B) Spring
Right Side Linkage Adjustment
1.Place the speed control lever in the neutral
position.
2.Place the right drive lever in the full forward
position.
Figure 90
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3.Hold OPC levers down.
Note: The OPC levers must be held down whenever
the speed control lever is out of the neutral position or
the engine will kill.
4.Adjust the right side linkage by turning the quick
track knob counterclockwise until the tire begins to
rotate forward (Figure 91).
5.Turn the knob clockwise 1/4 of a turn at a time.
Then move the speed control forward and back to
neutral. Repeat this until right wheel stops rotating
forward (Figure 91).
6.The
7.Adjust spring length by turning nut at front of
spring that keeps tension on the knob should
normally not need adjustment. However if
adjustment is needed, adjust the length of spring
to 1 in. (26mm) between the washers (Figure 91).
spring (Figure 91).
A
Control Rod Adjustment (Pistol Grip
Floating Deck)
Checking Control Rod
1.With rear of machine supported on jack stands
and engine running at full throttle, move the speed
control lever to the medium speed position.
Note: The OPC levers must be held down whenever
the speed control lever is out of the neutral position or
the engine will kill.
2.Move the respective drive lever upward until it
reaches the neutral position and engage neutral
locks.
3.If the tire rotates in either direction, the length of
the control rod will need to be adjusted.
Adjusting Control Rods
1.Adjust the rod length by releasing the drive lever
and removing clevis pin. Rotate the rod in the rod
fitting (Figure 92).
2.Lengthen the rod if the tire is turning in reverse
and shorten the rod if the tire is turning forward.
C
D
Figure 91
(A) Spring
(B) Hydro control linkage
B
(C) 1 inch (26 mm)
(D) Quick track knob
3.Rotate the rod several turns if the tire is rotating
fast. Then, adjust the rod in 1/2 turn increments.
4.Release and engage neutral lock checking that
the tire does not rotate. Continue this process
until the tire does not rotate.
5.Place the hairpin back into clevis pin (Figure 92).
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6.Repeat this adjustment for opposite side.
A
B
C
D
E
F
Figure 92
(A) Handle
(B) Neutral lock
(C) Neutral position
(D) Drive lever
(E) Full speed forward
(F) Control rod
Tracking Adjustment
0610-14
4.If the unit tracks to one side or the other, turn the
quick track knob. Turn the knob right to steer right
and turn the knob left to steer left (Figure 93).
Figure 93
(1) Quick track knob
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Motion Control Linkage Removal
1.Remove machine from any jack stands.
2.Adjust rear and front tire pressure to specification.
Check that front castors pivot freely
3.Run the unit and observe the tracking on a level,
smooth, hard surface such as concrete or asphalt.
(Pistol Grip Floating Deck)
1.Turn the ignition switch to off and disconnect the
spark plug wire(s).
2.Remove the operator’s manual tube from the
handle bar assembly.
3.Remove the knob from the speed control lever.
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4.Remove the hairpin cotter at each end of the
upper control link (Figure 94).
Figure 94
5.To remove the speed control bellcrank, remove
the hairpin cotters securing the hydro control link
and tracking adjustment link to the bellcrank
(Figure 95).
0618-02
6.Remove the 2 Allen head shoulder bolts from the
ends of the bellcrank (Figure 96), and remove the
bellcrank.
A
Figure 96
7.Remove the nut securing the hydro control link
(left side) and tracking control link (right side) to
the pump control bellcrank (Figure 97).
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Figure 95
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Figure 97
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8.Remove the return spring from the upper bracket
(Figure 98).
Figure 98
0610-16
9.Remove the nuts from the 4 bolts securing the
shield from the frame (Figure 99).
10. Carefully pull the shield with the control shaft
bearing, spacers, and through bolts from the
frame (Figure 100).
Figure 100
0602-22
11. Remove the hydro control shaft.
12. Remove the pin from the clevis on the neutral
control link (Figure 101).
Figure 99
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Figure 101
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13. Remove the “E” clip from the pivot on the pump
control bellcrank (Figure 102).
Figure 102
0602-24
14. Remove the hairpin clip from the reverse rod on
the hand lever (Figure 103).
15. Using a 5/16 8 point socket, loosen the set screw
securing the hydro control shaft to the pump
(Figure 104).
• Hydraulic flow tester - BDP Flow Test Kit 70661, or
equivalent
• Jack
• Jack stands
• 15/16" open end wrench
• 7/16" open end wrench
• 13/16" Socket or Air Impact
• Ratchet
• Oil Pan
• Torque wrench
• Toro Hydraulic Troubleshooting CD P/N 492-4777
CD # 2
Installation And Testing Procedures:
Using the Bi-Directional Flow Test Kit, determination of
directional flow is not necessary. The flow meter may
be connected in either direction into the forward and
reverse high pressure system lines.
1.Jack up rear axle - support unit with jack stands
(Figure 106).
Figure 106
2.Remove wheel on the side to be tested and place
oil pan under wheel motor (Figure 107).
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Caution: Ensure all fittings and hoses are attached
securely. This test is being completed on the vehicle's
high pressure system lines. Failure to perform this
properly could result in bodily injury.
Figure 107
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3.Remove upper hydraulic line from wheel motor
and attach to flow test gauge (Figure 108).
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4.Remove lower hydraulic line from wheel motor
and attach to the other side of the flow test
gauge(Figure 109).
Note: When using a flow test gauge that is
NOT bi-directional and it is connected in this
manner, it is important not to operate the
machine in reverse or you could damage the
flow test gauge.
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Figure 110
5.Open the restriction valve all the way
(counterclockwise) (Figure 111).
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Figure 109
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Figure 111
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6.Run the machine for 2 minutes in forward (no
load) to purge air from the system.
7.Run engine at full throttle (no load) - verify RPM
with a tachometer - 3200 + or - 150 RPM's. Do
not exceed 3600 RPM.
8.With the drive control fully forward (Pistol Grip,
Figure 112, T-Bar, Figure 113) slowly tighten the
restriction valve until the gauge indicates 300 PSI
(21 bar).
Example:
1st Reading 300 psi (21 bar) reading 7 gpm
(26l/min).
2nd Reading 1100 psi (76 bar) reading
3 gpm (11l/min).
300 psi (21 bar) reading
7gpm (26l/min) (1st reading)
- 3gpm (11l/min) (2nd reading)
4 gpm (15l/min) (the difference)
Subtract 1st reading from the
2nd. (In this example, 4gpm
difference would indicate a
defective pump).
An acceptable “flow droop” or difference is: 1.5
gpm (5.6 liter/min).
9.When test is complete and if necessary repairs
have been made - reassemble hydraulic lines to
wheel motor and reassemble wheel to hub and
torque wheel nuts to 85 ft. lbs. (115 N-m) + or - 8
ft. lbs.
Figure 112
Record the flow reading from the bi-directional
flow meter. Refer to the Hydro-Gear manual for
acceptable GPM. Make a second flow reading at
1100 PSI and record. Subtract the first reading
from the second reading and determine if this is
an acceptable GPM.
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10. Test operate machine and purge air from hydraulic
system.
Wheel Motor Removal and
Installation - Floating Deck
1.Identify hydraulic lines.
2.Remove hydraulic lines from wheel motor.
3.Unbolt 4 screws holding wheel motor to chassis.
Note: If wheel hub is to be removed, see step 5
on page 5 - 26, Figure 115.
Figure 113
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Wheel Motor Removal - Fixed Deck
1.Apply the parking brake and loosen the 4 lug nuts.
2.Remove the cotter key and remove the hub nut,
then release the parking brake (Figure 114).
Figure 114
3.Raise the unit until the drive wheels are off the
ground, then place the unit on jack stands.
0602-59
7.Thoroughly clean area round hydraulic fittings to
prevent dirt from entering the system.
8.Mark the hose locations (Figure 116). Then
remove the hoses at the wheel motor fittings.
Figure 116
9.Cap the pump and hose end fittings (Figure 117)
and tie the hose ends out of the way.
0602-57
4.Remove the drive wheel.
5.Install the hub puller (P/N TOR4097) on the wheel
studs (Figure 115). Tighten the forcing screw to
remove the hub from the tapered wheel motor
shaft.
Figure 115
6.Drain the hydraulic oil reservoir by removing the
return and supply lines.
0662-58
Figure 117
10. Remove the 4 mounting bolts and remove the
wheel motor from the unit (Figure 117).
0602-56
Wheel Motor Installation
1.Slide the wheel motor into position from under the
unit. Secure it to the frame with the 4 mounting
bolts. Torque to 30 ft. lbs. (41 N-m).
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2.Install new ‘O’ rings on the motor fittings. Install
the hose fittings.
3.Align the wheel hub to the woodruff key on the
motor shaft. Slide hub into position and thread the
nut onto the shaft to hold the hub in position.
Slide the wheel onto the hub and snug up the lug
nuts. Apply the parking brake and tighten the hub
nut to 165 ft. lbs. (224 N-m) and install the cotter
key.
4.Reconnect the return and supply lines to the
reservoir and refill with fresh oil until the level is
1/4” (6mm) below the top baffle (Figure 123).
Pump Removal
1.Thoroughly clean the area around the pump and
hydraulic fittings to prevent dirt from entering the
system.
2.Remove the drive pulley.
3.Use the cold start ring to remove tension from the
pump drive belt.
4.Loosen the two set screws and slide the pulley off
the pump shaft. Remove the woodruff key from
the shaft (Figure 119).
Figure 118
(1) Cap
(2) Baffle
5.Bleed air from the system:
6.Start the engine and run at idle speed. Engage
traction on one side and spin the wheel by hand.
7.When the wheel begins to spin on its own, keep it
engaged until wheel drives smoothly (minimum 2
minutes).
8.Check hydraulic fluid level as it drops and add as
required to maintain proper level.
9.Repeat procedure on opposite wheel.
10. Lower unit to the ground and tighten lug nuts to 85
ft. lbs. (115 N-m). Tighten lug nuts in a crisscross
pattern from top to bottom - left to right.
(3) Fluid level - full
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Figure 119
Note: When installing the pulley, slide it onto the shaft
until the end of the shaft is flush with the bottom of the
counter bore in the pulley.
5.Drain the fluid reservoir by removing the return
and supply lines.
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6.Mark the fittings to prevent reversing them when
they are reinstalled. Hold the pump fitting
stationary while removing the hose fittings from
the pump. Cap the fittings to prevent dirt from
entering the system (Figure 120).
Figure 120
Note: Fuel tank removed for clarity.
0602-51
8.To remove the supply line, slide the hose clamp at
least 2” (50mm) down the supply hose to clear the
barbed fitting (Figure 121). Pull the hose off the
fitting and cap both the supply hose and fitting.
9.Use a 5/16 8 point socket to loosen the set screw
on the control linkage. Remove the pump
mounting bolts and slide the control shaft out of
the linkage (Figure 122).
7.Remove the return line from the 90° fitting located
on the side of the pump (Figure 121).
B
A
Figure 121
(A) Return line(B) Supply line
0602-49
Figure 122
10. To replace the pump, reverse the above steps.
11. Reconnect the return and supply lines to the
reservoir and refill with fresh oil until the level is
1/4” (6mm) below the top baffle (Figure 123).
Figure 123
0602-21
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(1) Cap
(2) Baffle
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12. Raise the rear of the machine and support on jack
stands so the wheels are off the ground.
13. Bleed air from the system:
14. Start the engine and run at idle speed. Engage
traction on one side and spin the wheel by hand.
15. When the wheel begins to spin on its own, keep it
engaged until wheel drives smoothly (minimum 2
minutes).
16. Check hydraulic fluid level as it drops and add as
required to maintain proper level.
17. Repeat procedure on opposite wheel.
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Transmission Removal - Gear Drive
1.Raise the rear of the unit and place on safety
stands.
2.Remove the spring from the belt tensioning arm
(Figure 124).
3.Remove the pivot bolt and tensioning arm
assembly (Figure 124).
5.Slide the pulley off the transmission input shaft.
6.Remove the hairpin cotter and washer securing
the control rod to the idler bracket. Remove the
control rod from the bracket (Figure 126).
Figure 126
7.Remove the hairpin cotter and washer from the
brake rod and remove the brake rod from the idler
bracket (Figure 127).
0819-16
Figure 124
4.Remove the external snap ring and loosen the
transmission pulley set screw (Figure 125).
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A
B
Figure 125
(A) Set screw(B) Snap ring
0820-01
Figure 127
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8.Remove the 3 nuts and bolts securing the idler
support to the frame (Figure 128). Remove the
idler support, idler bracket and torsion spring from
the frame.
Figure 128
0819-38
9.Remove the 2 nuts and bolts securing the bearing
to the frame (Figure 129).
10. Pull the extension shafts out of the splined
couplers and through the frame (Figure 130).
Figure 130
0819-40
11. Remove the nut securing the shift lever to the
transmission (Figure 131).
Figure 129
Figure 131
0819-39
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12. Remove the 4 transmission mounting bolts and
remove the transmission (Figure 132).
GEAR DRIVE TRANSMISSION
Figure 132
Installation
Follow the removal procedures in reverse. NOTE: For
transmission service procedures, refer to the
appropriate Peerless Service Manual.
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Transmission Drive Assembly
Ref. No.Qty.DescriptionRef. No.Qty.Description
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
1
1
2
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
4
3
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
Grip
Lever - Shift
Nut - Lock, NI
Washer - Belleville
Washer
Transmission
Fitting - Grease
Coupler
Guard - Coupler
Flange - Output
Screw - HH
Key - Woodruff
Screw - Set
Ring - Retaining
Pulley - Transmission
Shaft - Output
Bearing - Shaft
Rod - Shield
Shield - Trailing
Pulley - Driven
Screw - Set, HSH
Ring - Snap, External
23
24
25
26
27
27:1
28
29
30
31
32
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
4
4
4
V - Belt
Spring
Bolt - Wheel
Screw - HH
Lever - Idler
Bushing - Flange
Pulley
Nut - Lock, NI
Screw - HH
Washer - Lock
Nut - Lock, NI
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Control Linkage Removal (T-Bar)
1.Disconnect wiring for operator presence control
(OPC) switch from T-Bar.
2.Disconnect the plug from the OPC switch (Figure
133).
Figure 133
0819-28
4.Pull the wire harness from the tube in the T-Bar
(Figure 135).
Figure 135
5.Remove the cotter pins connecting the link to the
T-Bar. This will also allow removal of the OPC
handle (Figure 136).
0819-15
3.Remove the spade connectors from the plastic
plug by depressing the connector lock with a
paper clip or special tool (Figure 134). NOTE:
When assembled, the orange wire should be on
the operator’s right.
Figure 134
0819-11
Figure 136
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6.Remove the hairpin cotters and washers securing
the trunnions to the idler brackets (Figure 137).
Figure 137
7.Remove the cotter pins from the T-Bar.
8.Remove the pivot pins securing the T-Bar to the
handle (Figure 138).
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Control Linkage Adjustment
(T-Bar Gear Drive)
1.Check the initial adjustment of the control rods.
The control rods should be threaded through the
rod fittings approximately 3” (76mm) (Figure 139).
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Figure 139
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Figure 138
Installation
Follow the removal procedures in reverse.
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2.Check the parking brake engagement. The
parking brake lever should swing into a snug
position against the upper handle while pulling
back on the upper control bar (Figure 140).
Figure 140
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3.Check operation. If adjustment is required,
remove the hairpin cotter and washer and adjust
the rod fittings up or down on the control rod, as
needed.
NOTE: The control bar and upper handle must be
parallel when in the relaxed drive and brake
positions.
4.Check pulley travel. The idler pulleys should
move approximately 3/4” (19mm) to properly
tension the wheel belts (Figure 141).
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Procedure
1.Install control rods into the bell cranks and secure
them with the hairpin cotters (Figure 142).
Note: Install rod fittings so the clevis pin is above the
control rod, as shown in Figure 142.
Figure 142
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Figure 141
5.If pulley travel is more than 3/4” (19mm), the
brakes must be adjusted. Refer to Checking and
Adjusting the Brake, page 4 - 6 through 4 - 8.
Linkage Adjustment (Pistol Grip
Gear Drive)
Parts needed for this step:
Qty.Part
2Control rods
2Cotter pin
2Clevis Pin
2Washer
2Hairpin cotter pin
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(1) Control rod
(2) Bell crank
2.Place the clevis pin into the upper part of the
control rods, drive lever and neutral/parking brake
locks (Figure 143).
(3) Hairpin cotter
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3.Install the hairpin cotter pins between the drive
levers and neutral/parking brake locks and into the
clevis pins (Figure 143).
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(1) Control rod
(2) Drive lever
(3) Hairpin cotter
6.Tighten the wing nut to prevent the turnbuckle
from turning (Figure 144).
7.Check the drive adjustment by squeezing the
drive levers firmly and then releasing. If the 3/16 to
1/4 inch (5 to 6mm) adjustment has changed,
adjust as necessary.
8.Check the parking brake. Refer to ”Brake Service"
on page 4 - 3.
4.Loosen the turn buckle wing nut (Figure 144).
Figure 144
(1) Turnbuckle
(2) Wing nut
5.Adjust the control rod length by rotating the
turnbuckle until there is 3/16 to 1/4 inch (5 to
6mm) clearance between the control rod end and
the bottom of the neutral/parking brake lock slot
with the drive lever in the drive position (Figure
145).
(3) Control rod
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Figure 145
(1) Handle
(2) Neutral/Parking brake lock
(3) 3/16 inch to 1/4 inch (5mm
to 6mm clearance)
(4) Drive lever
(5) Drive position
(6) Control rod
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MOWER DECKS
Setting Up the Frame (Floating
Deck)
Checking Carrier Frame and Deck Alignment
1.Stop the engine, remove the key and disconnect
the spark plug wire(s) from the spark plug(s).
2.Place a long straight edge on top of the engine
deck as shown in Figure 146.
3.At the carrier frame cross tube, measure location
A height (Figure 146). This measurement must be
2-13/16 in. (71mm), plus or minus 1/4 in. (6mm).
4.If the height at location A is not correct,
adjustment is needed.
5.Loosen the carrier frame mounting bolts on both
sides of the machine (Figure 146).
6.Align the carrier frame and engine deck to obtain
2-13/16 in. (71mm), plus or minus 1/4 in. (6mm) at
location A (Figure 146).
Checking Engine Deck Height (Floating Deck)
1.Stop the engine, remove the key and disconnect
the spark plug wire(s) from the spark plug(s).
2.Adjust the tire pressure in all tires to
specifications.
3.Measure engine deck height at location A (Figure
147).
4.Measure engine deck height at location B (Figure
147).
5.If the height at location A and B are not the same,
change tire pressure slightly to make them the
same.
7.Tighten the carrier frame mounting bolts on both
sides of the machine (Figure 146).
Figure 146
(1) Carrier frame
(2) Top of engine deck
(3) Carrier frame mounting
(1) Back view of machine
(2) Top of engine deck
(3) Tires
Checking Carrier Frame Side-to-Side
1.Stop the engine, remove the key and disconnect
the spark plug wire(s) from the spark plug(s).
2.Adjust the tire pressure in all tires to
specifications.
3.Measure carrier frame height at location A (Figure
148).
(4) Same height at locations
A and B
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4.Measure carrier frame height at location B (Figure
148).
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5.If the carrier frame height is not the same, move
spacers from top or bottom of caster wheel, to
make it level. The tire pressure may also be
adjusted slightly to make it level.
Figure 148
(1) Caster wheel
(2) Carrier frame
(3) Front height-of-cut pins
Checking the Deck Level Side-toSide (Floating Deck)
1.Adjust the tire pressure in all tires to
specifications.
2.Position the blades side-to-side (Figure 150).
Measure at A and B locations (Figure 150) from a
level surface to the cutting edge of blade tips
(Figure 151).
4.The height at location A must be 1/4-3/8 in. (6mm
- 10mm) lower than location B (Figure 149).
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3.The difference between measurements A and B
should be no more than 1/4 in. (6mm).
Figure 150
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3.The mower blade should be 1/4 in. (6mm) lower in front C than in the rear D. Rotate
blades and repeat for other blades. If it is not
correct, proceed to "Adjusting the Deck Front-toRear Blade Slope" on page 7 - 3.
Figure 152
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Figure 151m-2550
Checking the Deck Front-to-Rear
Figure 153m-2539
Blade Slope (Floating Deck)
1.Adjust the tire pressure in all tires to
specifications.
2.Position one blade front-to-rear (Figure 152).
Measure at C and D locations (Figure 152) from a
level surface to the cutting edge of the blade tips
(Figure 153).
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Adjusting the Deck Front-to-Rear
Blade Slope
1.Change the front-to-rear pitch by adjusting the
front height-of-cut posts (Figure 154).
2.To raise the front of the deck, loosen jam nut and
rotate the front pin clockwise (Figure 154).
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3.To lower the front of the deck, loosen jam nut and
rotate the front pin counter clockwise (Figure 154).
Figure 154
(1) Caster wheel
(2) Carrier frame
(3) Front height-of-cut pins
4.Position the blades front-to-rear (Figure 152).
Measure at C and D locations (Figure 152) from a
level surface to the cutting edge of the blades
(Figure 153).
(4) Jam nut
(5) Ball joint
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3.With the machine on level surface, position one
blade front-to-rear (Figure 155). Measure at A and
from level surface to the cutting edge of the blade
tips (Figure 156).
4.The measurement should be 4 in. (102mm).
Figure 155
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5.Check the side-to-side leveling of the cutting unit.
Adjusting the Side-to-Side Level
(Fixed Deck)
1.Changing the side-to-side level is done by
adjusting tire pressure.
1.Make this adjustment after the mower has been
leveled side-to-side and the pitch has been set.
2.Set the height-of-cut to the 4 in. (102mm) position
following the height-of-cut decal.
Figure 156m-2550
5.If it does not measure correctly, add or remove air
pressure equally in all tires to adjust height-of-cut.
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MOWER DECKS
Replacing the Mower Belt (Floating
Deck) 36 in. (91cm)
Squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping
when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks and
cracks are signs of a worn deck belt. Replace the deck
belt if any of these conditions are evident.
1.Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake.
2.Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3.Remove the knobs/rubber washers holding the
carrier frame cover and remove the carrier frame
cover.
4.Remove the knobs/rubber washers holding the
belt cover to the cutting unit and remove the belt
cover.
5.Remove the PTO drive belt. Refer to "Replacing
the PTO Drive Belt (Floating Deck) 36 in. (91cm)"
on page 7 - 5.
6.Disconnect the idler arm spring to relieve tension
on the idler arm and idler pulley, then remove the
worn mower belt (Figure 157).
7.Install the new mower belt around the outward
spindle pulley, the idler pulley, and in the lower
groove of the double spindle pulley (Figure 157).
11. Install the carrier frame cover onto the cutting unit,
then install and tighten the knobs/rubber washers.
(1) Mower belt
(2) Idler arm spring
(3) Outward pulley
Figure 157
(4) PTO drive belt
(5) Double spindle pulley
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Replacing the PTO Drive Belt
(Floating Deck) 36 in. (91cm)
Squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping
when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks and
cracks are signs of a worn drive belt. Replace the drive
belt if any of these conditions are evident.
1.Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake.
8.Reconnect the idler arm spring (Figure 157).
9.Install the PTO drive belt. Refer to "Replacing the
PTO Drive Belt (Floating Deck) 36 in. (91cm)" on
page 7 - 5.
10. Reinstall the belt cover onto the cutting unit, then
reinstall and tighten the knobs/rubber washers.
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2.Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3.Remove the knobs/rubber washers holding the
carrier frame cover and remove the carrier frame
cover.
4.Remove the knobs/rubber washers holding the
belt covers to the top of the cutting unit and
remove the belt covers.
5.Remove the heat shield from the engine deck and
carrier frame.
6.Remove the idler spring from idler arm. Remove
the drive belt from the PTO clutch pulley, idler
pulleys and the left spindle pulley (Figure 158).
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7.Install the new drive belt onto the PTO
engagement pulley and the top groove of the
center spindle pulley (Figure 158).
8.Install belt onto idler pulleys and then install idler
spring (Figure 158).
9.Install the heat shield to the engine deck and
carrier frame.
10. Reinstall the belt covers onto the cutting unit, then
reinstall and tighten the knobs/rubber washers.
11. Reinstall the carrier frame cover onto the cutting
unit, then reinstall and tighten the knobs/rubber
washers.
3.Remove the knobs holding the belt covers to the
cutting unit and remove the belt covers.
4.Remove the PTO drive belt. Refer to "Replacing
the PTO Drive Belt (Floating Deck) 44 & 52 in.
(111 & 132cm)" on page 7 - 7.
5.Disconnect the idler arm spring to relieve tension
on the idler arm and idler pulley, then remove the
worn deck belt (Figure 159).
6.Install the new deck belt around the two outside
spindle pulleys, the idler pulley, and in the lower
groove of the center spindle pulley (Figure 159).
7.Connect the idler arm spring (Figure 159).
8.Reinstall the PTO drive belt. Refer to "Replacing
the PTO Drive Belt (Floating Deck) 44 & 52 in.
(111 & 132cm)" on page 7 - 7.
9.Adjust deck belt guide to 1/8 in. (3mm) from belt
(Figure 159).
10. Reinstall the deck covers onto the cutting unit,
then reinstall and tighten the knobs.
Figure 158
(1) PTO clutch pulley
(2) Drive belt idler
(3) Drive belt
(4) Double spindle pulley
Replacing the Deck Belt (Floating
Deck) 44 & 52 in. (111 & 132cm)
Squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping
when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks and
cracks are signs of a worn deck belt. Replace the deck
belt if any of these conditions are evident.
1.Stop the engine, remove the key and disconnect
the spark plug wire(s) from the spark plug(s).
2.Remove the knobs holding the carrier frame cover
and remove the carrier frame cover.
11. Install the carrier frame cover onto the cutting unit,
then install and tighten the hand knobs.
(1) Deck belt
(2) Idler arm spring
(3) Outward pulley
Figure 159
(4) PTO drive belt
(5) Center spindle pulley
(6) Deck belt guide
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