Toro 30611 Operator's Manual

FORM NO. 3322–489

ProLine

Traction Unit

Model No. 30611 – 990001 & Up

Operator’s Manual

IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully. It contains information about your

safety and the safety of others. Also become familiar with the controls and their proper use before you operate the product.

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a Toro product. All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied

with your new product, so feel free to contact your local Authorized Service Dealer for help with service, genuine replacement parts, or other information you may require.

Whenever you contact your Authorized Service Dealer or the factory, always know the model and serial numbers of your product. These numbers will help the Service Dealer or Service Representative provide exact information about your specific product. You will find the model and serial number plate located in a unique place on the product as shown below

The warning system in this manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that help you and others avoid personal injury, even death. DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION are signal words used to identify the level of hazard. However, regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.

DANGER signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injury or death if the recommended precautions are not followed.

WARNING signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if the recommended precautions are not followed.

CAUTION signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate injury if the recommended precautions are not followed.

Two other words are also used to highlight information. “Important” calls attention to special mechanical information and “Note” emphasizes general information worthy of special attention.

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1. Model

For your convenience, write the product model and serial numbers in the space below.

Model No:

Serial No.

Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product correctly. Reading this manual will help you and others avoid personal injury and damage to the product. Although we design, produce and market safe, state-of-the-art products, you are responsible for using the product properly and safely. You are also responsible for training persons, who you allow to use the product, about safe operation.

and Serial Number Plate

The left and right side of the machine is determined from the normal operator’s position.

The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defects,

or other reproductive harm.

IMPORTANT: This engine is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this engine on any forest–covered, brush–covered or grass–covered land. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws.

The Toro Company – 1998

Contents

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Safety 2.

Gasoline and Oil 10

Set-up 12

Operation 16

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Safe Operation Practices for Ride-on (riding)

Rotary Lawnmower Machines2. . . . . . . .

Slope Chart 5

Symbols Glossary7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Symbols Glossary9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Recommended Gasoline10. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stabilizer/Conditioner 11 Filling the Fuel Tank 11 Check Engine Oil Level 11

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Loose Parts 12 Install Seat 13 Install Steering Wheel 13 Install Rear Weights 13 Activate the Battery 14 Install the Battery 15 Check Engine Oil 15 Check Hydraulic System Fluid 15

Think Safety First 16 Starting and Stopping

the Engine 16 Operating the Power Take Off (PTO) 17 Driving Forward or Backward 17 Parking Brake 18 Implement Lift Lever 18 The Safety Interlock System 19 Positioning the Seat 19 Pushing or T

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owing the Machine19. . . . . . . .

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Maintenance 20

Service Interval Chart 20 Belt Guard 21 Air Cleaner 21 Engine Oil 23 Spark Plug 25 Greasing and Lubrication 26 Brake 28 Fuel Filter 29 Tire Pressure 29 Cleaning the Cooling System 30

Adjust Belts30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replace Belts31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjust Lift Cylinder and Counterbalance Springs

31 Adjust T Adjust Electric Clutch 33 Check Hydraulic System Fluid 34 Change Hydraulic System Oil 34 Change Hydraulic Oil Filter 35 Adjust Steering 35 Hydraulic Schematic 36 Change Front Axle Oil 37 Battery 37 Wire Harness Service 38 Wiring Diagram 39 Cleaning and Storage 40

Troubleshooting 42

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Safety

Safe

Operation Practices for Ride-on (riding) Rotary Lawnmower Machines

Training

1. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with

the controls and the proper use of the equipment.

2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with

these instructions to use the lawnmower. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.

3. Never mow while people, especially children, or

pets are nearby.

4. Keep in mind that the operator or user is

responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.

5. Do not carry passengers.

6. All drivers should seek and obtain professional

and practical instruction. Such instruction should emphasize:

Preparation

1. While mowing, always wear substantial

footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.

2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the

equipment is to be used and remove all objects which may be thrown by the machine.

3. WARNING – Petrol is highly flammable.

• Store fuel in containers specifically

designed for this purpose.

• Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke

while refuelling.

• Add fuel before starting the engine. Never

remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.

• If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start

the engine but move the machine away from the are of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapors have dissipated.

• the need for care and concentration when

working with ride-on machines;

• control of a ride-on machine sliding on a

slope will not be regained by the application of the brake. The main reasons for loss of control are:

insufficient wheel grip; being driven too fast; inadequate braking; the type of machine is unsuitable for its

task; lack of awareness of the effects of

ground conditions, especially slopes; incorrect hitching and load distribution.

• Replace all fuel tanks and container caps

securely.

Replace faulty silencers.

5. Before using, always visually inspect to see that

the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.

6. On multi–bladed machines, take care as rotating

one blade can cause other blades to rotate.

Safety

Operation

1. Do not operate the engine in a confined space

where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.

2. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.

3. Before attempting to start the engine, disengage

all blade attachment clutches and shift into neutral.

4. Do not use on slopes of more than:

• Never mow side hills over 5

• Never mow uphill over 10

• Never mow downhill over 15

Note: Slope angle is calculated as in

5.4.2.3.2.

5. Remember there is no such thing as a “safe”

slope. Travel on grass slopes requires particular care. To guard against overturning:

• do not stop or start suddenly when going up

or downhill;

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engage clutch slowly in gear, especially when travelling downhill;

• machine speeds should be kept low on

slopes and during tight turns;

• stay alert for bumps and hollows and other

hidden hazards;

• never mow across the face of the slope,

unless the lawnmower is designed for this purpose.

6. Use care when pulling loads or using heavy

equipment.

• Use only approved drawbar hitch points.

• Limit loads to those you can safely control.

• Do not turn sharply. Use care when

reversing.

, always keep machine

7. Watch out for traffic when crossing or near

roadways.

8. Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces

other than grass.

9. When using any attachments, never direct

discharge of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the machine while in operation.

10. Never operate the lawnmower with defective

guards, shields or without safety protective devices in place.

11. Do not change the engine governor settings or

overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speeds may increase the hazard of personal injury.

12. Before leaving the operator’

s position:

• disengage the power take-off and lower the

attachments;

• change into neutral and set the parking

brake;

• stop the engine and remove the key.

13. Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine,

and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) or remove the ignition key

• before cleaning blockages or unclogging

chute;

• before checking, cleaning or working on the

lawnmower;

• after striking a foreign object. Inspect the

lawnmower for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the equipment;

• if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally

(check immediately).

14. Disengage drive to attachments when

transporting or not in use.

• Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights

when suggested in the instruction handbook.

Safety

15. Stop the engine and disengage drive to

attachment

• before refuelling;

• before removing the grass catcher;

• before making height adjustment unless

adjustment can be made from the operator’s position.

16. Reduce the throttle setting during engine run-out

and, if the engine is provided with a shut-off valve, turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing.

Maintenance and storage

1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure

the equipment is in safe working condition.

2. Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank

inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

Sound Pressure

This unit has an equivalent continuous A-weighted sound pressure at the operator ear of: 88 dB(A), based on measurements of identical machines per ANSI B71.5–1984 procedure.

Sound Power

This unit has a power level of: 104 dB(A)/1pW, based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 84/538/EEC and amendments.

Vibration Level

This unit has a maximum hand-arm vibration level of

6.1 m/s2, and whole body vibration level of

0.16 m/s2, based on measurements of identical machines per ISO 5349.

3. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any

enclosure.

4. To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,

silencer, battery compartment and petrol storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.

5. Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or

deterioration.

6. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

7. If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be

done outdoors.

8. On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating

one blade can cause other blades to rotate.

9. When machine is to be parked, stored or left

unattended, lower the cutting means unless a positive mechanical lock is used.

Safety

Slope

Read all safety instructions on pages 2–9.

Chart

Safety

Symbols

Safety alert triangle– symbol within triangle indicates a hazard

Safety alert symbol

Read operator’s manual

Consult technical manual for proper service procedures

Glossary

Fire, open light & smoking prohibited

Fire or open flame

Explosion

Do not dispose of lead battery in garbage

Shut off engine & remove key before preforming maintenance or repair work

Caustic liquids, chemical burns to fingers or hand

Caution, toxic risk

Eye protection must be worn

Stay a safe distance from the machine

Stay safe distance from machine

Stay safe distance from machine, riding mower

Stay safe distance from machine

First aid, flush with water

Keep children away

from battery

Safety

Symbols Glossary

Do not open or remove safety shields while engine is running

Thrown or flying objects,

whole body exposure

Thrown or flying objects,

whole body exposure

Keep guards and safety sheilds in place

Severing of toes & fingers, rotary mower blade

Stored energy hazard, kickback or upward motion

aite until all machine components have completely stopped before touching them

Machine rollover riding mower

o operate machine on a

T slope, use with 16kg weight

kit & operate with deck lowered

Cutting of fingers or hand

Cutting of foot

Hot surface, burns to fingers or hands

Severing of fingers or hand-engine fan

Operating machine on a slope less than 10 , operate with deck lowered on downhill, riding mower

Disengage PT brake, turn off engine and

remove key before leaving operator’s position

Blade cutting elementheight adjustment

Blade retaining bolts must be

Torqued to 1

O, set parking

15–149 N.m

(mm)

Symbols Glossary

Safety

Fast

Slow

Decreasing/Increasing

On/Run

Off/stop

Engine start

Engine Oil

Battery

Gas T

ank Level

Lock

Engine stop

Choke

Brake system

Parking brake

Power take off (PT

Engage

Disengage

Attachmant Raise

Attachment Lower

Gasoline and Oil

Recommended

Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not available.

IMPORTANT: Never use methanol, gasoline containing methanol, or gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol because the fuel system could be damaged. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Gasoline

• In certain conditions gasoline is extremely

flammable and highly explosive.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

• A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn

you, others, and cause property damage.

HOW TO AV

OID THE HAZARD

• Use a funnel and fill the fuel tank outdoors,

in an open area, when the engine is cold. Wipe up any gasoline that spills.

• Do not fill the fuel tank completely full.

Add gasoline to the fuel tank until the level is 1/4” to 1/2” (6 mm to 13 mm) below the bottom of the filler neck. This empty space in the tank allows gasoline to expand.

• Never smoke when handling gasoline, and

stay away from an open flame or where gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark.

• Store gasoline in an approved container

and keep it out of the reach of children. Never buy more than a 30-day supply of gasoline.

POTENTIAL HAZARD

• In certain conditions gasoline is extremely

flammable and highly explosive.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

• A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn

you, others, and cause property damage.

HOW TO AV

OID THE HAZARD

• Always place gasoline containers on the

ground away from your vehicle before filling.

• Do not fill gasoline containers inside a

vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed because interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners may insulate the container and slow the loss of any static charge.

• When practical, r

equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel the equipment with its wheels on the round.

emove gas–power

• If this is not possible, then refuel such

equipment on a truck or trailer from a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

• If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be used,

keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.

Gasoline and Oil

Stabilizer/Conditioner

Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner to the gas. Using a stabilizer/conditioner in the machine:

• Keeps gasoline fresh during storage

• Cleans the engine while it runs

• Eliminates gum-like buildup in the fuel system,

which causes hard starting

IMPORTANT: Never use fuel additives containing methanol or ethanol.

Filling

1. Shut the engine off and set the parking brake.

2. Clean around each fuel tank cap and remove the

3. Install fuel tank caps securely. Wipe up any

Check

Before you start the engine and use the machine, check the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking Oil Level, page 23.

the Fuel T

cap. Add unleaded regular gasoline to both fuel tanks, until the level is 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6 mm to 13 mm) below the bottom of the filler neck. This space in the tank allows gasoline to expand. Do not fill the fuel tanks completely full.

gasoline that may have spilled.

ank

Engine Oil Level

Set-up

Loose

Parts

Note: Use the chart below to verify all parts have been shipped.

DESCRIPTION QTY. USE

Spacer Steering wheel Roll pin 1/4 x 2-1/2” (64 mm)

Seat Bolt 5/16-18 x 1” (25 mm) Lock nut 5/16-18 R-clamp

Weight Bolt 1/2–13 x 3-1/2” (89 mm) Washer 1/2” (13 mm) Lock washer 1/2” (13 mm) Nut 1/2”

Carriage bolt 1/4-20 x 3/4” (19 mm) Wing nut 1/4-20

1 1 1

1 4 4 1

2 4 4 4 4

2 2

Install steering wheel

Install seat

Install on rear weight

Install battery cables

Operator’ Parts catalog Registration card

s Manual

1 1 1

Rear before operating machine

Fill out and return to T

oro

Set-Up

Install

Seat

1. Position seat assembly onto seat plate aligning

mounting holes (Fig. 1).

2. Slide wire clamp over seat switch wire (Fig. 1).

3. Using left front hole, loosely secure wire clamp

and seat to seat base with capscrews and lock nuts (Fig. 1).

4. Mount seat to seat base with (3) remaining bolts

and lock nuts.

5. Rout seat switch wire thru slot in seat plate and

plug connector onto seat switch (Fig. 1).

6. Tighten all lock nuts and check operation of seat.

7. Make sure wire harness is clear of lift arm and

all moving parts.

Install

Steering Wheel

1. Move rear wheels so they point straight ahead.

2. Slide spacer and steering wheel onto steering

shaft aligning mounting holes. Check that logo on steering cap points forward.

3. Secure steering wheel to shaft with roll pin

(Fig. 2).

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Figure 2

1. Spacer

2. Roll

Steering Wheel

1. Seat

2. R-clamp

plate

Figure 1

Seat switch wire

Seat switch connector

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Install

Rear W

eights

1. Attach two (2) weights onto existing weight with

(4) 1/2 x 3-1/2” (89 mm) bolts, (4 ea.) 1/2” washers, 1/2” lock washers and 1/2”nuts (Fig. 3).

1. Weight

2. Bolt

1/2–13 x 3-1/2”

(89 mm)

Figure 3

3. Washer nut

, lock washer and

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