Toro 30855 Operator's Manual

Form No. 3350–248

Debris Blower

Groundsmaster 300 Series Attachment

Model No. 30855—Serial No. 230000001 and Up

Operator ’s Manual

English (EN)

Contents

Introduction 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Safety 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Before Operating 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

While Operating 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maintenance 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sound Pressure Level 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sound Power Level 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vibration Level 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Safety and Instruction Decals 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Specifications 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

General Specifications 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Optional Equipment 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Setup 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Installing the Castor Wheel Assemblies 8. . . . . . . .

Installing the Stand 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Installing the Traction Unit to the Blower 9. . . . . .

Installing the Drive Shaft 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear Ballast 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Greasing the Blower 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operating Tips 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Transporting the Blower 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting the Discharge Opening 11. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maintenance 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lubrication 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting the Blower Belt 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Troubleshooting 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Storage 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

The Toro General Commercial Products Warranty 16. .

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This manual identifies potential hazards and has special
safety messages that help you and others avoid personal
injury and 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 you do not follow the recommended
precautions.

Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or
death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.

Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate
injury if you do not follow the recommended precautions.

This manual uses two other words to highlight information.

Important calls attention to special mechanical

information and Note: emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.

Safety

Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, and proper training of the
personnel involved in the operation, transport,
maintenance, and storage of the machine. Improper use
or maintenance of the machine can result in injury or
death. To reduce the potential for injury or death,
comply with the following safety instructions.

Introduction

Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and
maintain your product properly. The information in this
manual can help you and others avoid injury and product
damage. Although Toro designs and produces safe
products, you are responsible for operating the product
properly and safely.

Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or
additional information, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and
serial numbers of your product ready. The two numbers are
stamped on a plate which is located on the housing.

 2002, 2003 by The Toro Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420-1196

Before Operating

• Read and understand the contents of this Operator’s

Manual before operating the machine. Become familiar
with all of the controls and know how to stop quickly. A
free replacement manual is available by sending the
complete Model and Serial Number to The Toro
Company, 8111 Lyndale Avenue South, Bloomington,
Minnesota 55420-1196.

• Never allow children to operate the machine. Do not

allow adults to operate machine without proper
instruction. Only trained operators who have read this
manual should operate this machine.

• Never operate the machine when under the influence of

drugs or alcohol.

• Keep all bystanders away from the operating area.

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• Keep all shields and safety devices in place. If a shield,

safety device, or decal is illegible or damaged, repair or
replace it before operation is commenced. Also tighten
any loose nuts, bolts, and screws to ensure that the
machine is in safe operating condition.

• Do not operate the machine while wearing sandals,

tennis shoes, sneakers, or shorts. Also, do not wear
loose fitting clothing which could get caught in moving
parts. Always wear long pants and substantial shoes.
Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes, and a helmet is
advisable and required by some local ordinances and
insurance regulations.

• Check the interlock switches daily for proper operation;

refer to the section in the traction unit Operator’s
Manual on Checking the Interlock Switches. Do not
rely entirely on safety switches—shut off the engine
before getting off of the seat. If a switch fails, replace it
before operating the machine. The interlock system is
for your protection, so do not bypass it. Replace all
interlock switches every two years. Interlock switches
should be adjusted so that:

– The engine cannot be started unless the traction

pedal is released (neutral position) and the PTO
switch is Disengaged (off position).

– The engine stops if the operator gets off of the seat

when the traction pedal is depressed.

– The engine stops if the operator gets off of the seat

when the PTO lever is Engaged (on position).

• Fill the fuel tank before starting the engine. Avoid

spilling any fuel. Since fuel is flammable, handle it
carefully.

– Use an approved fuel container.
– Do not fill the tank while the engine is hot or

running.
– Do not smoke while handling gasoline.
– Fill the fuel tank outdoors and up to about 1 inch

(25 mm) from the top of the tank, not the filler neck.
– Wipe up any spilled gasoline.

While Operating

• Do not run the engine in a confined area without

adequate ventilation. Exhaust fumes are hazardous and
could possibly be deadly.

• The maximum seating capacity is one person. Never

carry passengers.

• Sit on the seat when starting the engine and operating

the machine.

• This product may exceed noise levels of 85 dB(A) at

the operator position. Ear protectors are recommended
for prolonged exposure to reduce the potential of
permanent hearing damage.

• Before starting the engine:

A. Engage the parking brake.
B. Ensure that the traction pedal is in neutral and the

PTO is in the OFF, disengaged position.

C. After the engine is started, release the parking brake

and keep your foot off of the traction pedal. The
machine must not move. If movement is evident, the
neutral return mechanism is adjusted incorrectly;
therefore, shut the engine off and adjust it until the
machine does not move when the traction pedal is
released.

• Using the machine demands attention. To prevent loss

of control:
– Operate only in daylight or when there is good

artificial light.

– Drive slowly and watch for holes or other hidden

hazards.

– Do not drive close to a sand trap, ditch, creek, or

other hazard.

– Reduce your speed when making sharp turns and

when turning on hillsides.
– Avoid sudden starts and stops.
– Before backing up, look to the rear and ensure that

no one is behind the machine.
– Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roads.

Always yield the right-of-way.

• Stay away from the discharge opening when the

machine is operating. Keep all bystanders away from
the discharge opening and don’t direct discharge toward
bystanders.

• If the engine stalls or the machine loses headway and

cannot make it to the top of a slope, do not turn the
machine around. Always back slowly straight down the
slope.

• Do not take an injury risk! When a person or pet

appears unexpectedly in or near the operating area, stop
operation. Careless operation, combined with terrain
angles, ricochets, or improperly positioned guards can
lead to thrown object injuries. Do not resume operation
until the area is cleared.

• Do not touch the engine or muffler while the engine is

running or soon after it is stopped. These areas could be
hot enough to cause a burn.

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• Before getting off of the seat:

D. Move the traction pedal to the neutral position and

remove your foot from the pedal.
E. Set the parking brake and disengage the PTO.
F. Shut the engine off and remove the key from the

ignition switch. Wait for all movement to stop

before getting off of the seat.
G. Lower the blower to the ground and remove the key

from the ignition switch whenever the machine is

left unattended.

Maintenance

• Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent

accidental starting of the engine when servicing,
adjusting, or storing the machine.

• Perform only those maintenance instructions described

in this manual. If major repairs are ever needed or
assistance is desired, contact an Authorized Toro
Distributor.

• To reduce a potential fire hazard, keep the engine free

of excessive grease, grass, leaves, and accumulations of
dirt. Never wash a warm engine or any electrical parts
with water.

• Be sure that the machine is in safe operating condition

by keeping nuts, bolts, and screws tight. Check the rotor
bearing mounting bolts and nuts frequently to be sure
that they are tightened to specification.

• Make sure that all hydraulic line connectors are tight

and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in good condition
before applying pressure to the system.

• At the time of manufacture, the blower conformed to

safety standards in effect for riding mowers; therefore,
to ensure optimum performance and safety, always
purchase genuine Toro replacement parts and
accessories to keep the machine all Toro. Never use

“will-fit” replacement parts and accessories made by
other manufacturers. Look for the Toro logo to ensure

genuineness. Using unapproved replacement parts and
accessories could void the warranty.

Sound Pressure Level

A Groundsmaster 300 series traction unit with the debris
blower attachment has an equivalent continuous
A-weighted sound pressure at the operator ear of 99 dB(A)
based on measurements of identical machines per SAE
Jl174—Mar 85 procedures.

Sound Power Level

A Groundsmaster 300 series traction unit with the debris
blower attachment has a sound power level of
111 dB(A)/I pW, based on measurements of identical
machines per procedures outlined in Directive 79/113/EEC
and amendments.

Vibration Level

Hand-Arm

A Groundsmaster 300 series traction unit with the debris
blower attachment does not exceed a vibration level of

2

2.5 m/s
machines per ISO 5349 procedures.

at the hands based on measurements of identical

• Keep your body and hands away from pin hole leaks in

hydraulic lines that eject high pressure hydraulic fluid.
Use cardboard or paper to find hydraulic leaks.
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate
skin and cause injury. Fluid accidentally injected into
the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours
by a doctor familiar with this form of injury or gangrene
may result.

• Before disconnecting or performing any work on the

hydraulic system, all pressure in the system must be
relieved by stopping the engine and lowering the blower
to the ground.

• If the engine must be running to perform a maintenance

adjustment, keep hands, feet, clothing, and other parts
of the body away from the fan and other moving parts.

• Do not overspeed the engine by changing the governor

settings. To be sure of safety and accuracy, have an
Authorized Toro Distributor check the maximum engine
speed with a tachometer.

• The engine must be shut off before checking the oil or

adding oil to the crankcase.

Whole-Body

A Groundsmaster 300 series traction unit with the debris
blower attachment does not exceed a vibration level of

0.5 m/s2 at the posterior, based on measurements of
identical machines per ISO 2631 procedures.

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Safety and Instruction Decals

Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area
of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost.

98-3110

1. Warning—read the

2. Warning—wear hearing protection.

3. Thrown object hazard—wear eye protection and keep
bystanders a safe distance from the machine.

4. Cutting hazard of hand or foot—wait for moving parts to stop.

Operator’s Manual

and receive training.

98-3113

1. Warning—stop the engine and remove the key before leaving
the machine or disconnecting the PTO shaft; read the
instructions before servicing or performing maintenance.

98-3111

1. Point of rotation

105-0709

1. Entanglement hazard, belt—place the guard over the belt and
stay away from moving parts.

93-7283

1. Entanglement hazard, PTO shaft—keep bystanders a safe
distance from the machine.

93-9083

1. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, fan—stay away from moving
parts.

93-6674

1. Crushing hazard, hand—read the instructions before servicing
or performing maintenance.

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