Toro 71199, 71223, 71227 Setup Instructions
Wheel Horse Lawn Tractor
For Tractors with 32 and 38 Mowers
Loose Parts
Note: Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped.
DESCRIPTION QTY. USE
Form No. 3328-647
Setup Instructions
Bolts—1/4–20 x 3/4 in.
Wing nuts
Spring Hook 1 Installing the lift assist spring
Keys 2 Using in the ignition and KeyChoice switches
Washout Port Adapter 1 Washing the underside of the mower
Operator’s Manual
Engine Operator’s Manual
Safety Booklet
Safety Video
Activating the Battery
Warning
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
Purchase bulk electrolyte with 1.260 specific gravity from a
local battery supply outlet.
Important Never fill the battery with electrolyte while
the battery is installed in the tractor. Electrolyte could be
spilled on other parts and corrode them.
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Installing the battery cables
Reading and watching before operating the
tractor
1. Remove the battery and battery box from the tractor;
refer to the Operator’s Manual.
Danger
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid, a deadly
poison that can severely burn you and others.
• Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with
skin, eyes, or clothing. Wear safety glasses to
shield your eyes and rubber gloves to protect
your hands.
• Fill the battery where clean water is always
available for flushing the skin.
• Follow all instructions and comply with all
safety messages on the electrolyte container.
2. Remove the vent caps from the battery.
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3. Slowly pour electrolyte into each battery cell until the
electrolyte level is up to the Upper line on the battery
case (Fig. 1).
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9. Install the battery and battery box in the tractor and
connect the battery cables; refer to the Operator’s
Manual.
Checking the Engine Oil Level
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Figure 1
1. Vent caps
2. Upper line
Important Do not overfill the battery because
electrolyte (sulfuric acid) can severely corrode and damage
the chassis.
4. Wait 5 to 10 minutes after filling the battery cells.
5. Add electrolyte, if necessary, until the electrolyte level
is up to the Upper line (Fig. 1) on the battery case.
6. Install the battery vent caps.
7. Charge the battery for 10 to 15 minutes at 25 to
30 amps or 30 minutes at 4 to 6 amps (Fig. 2).
Do not overcharge the battery.
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3. Lower line
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The tractor comes from the factory with oil in the engine
crankcase; however, you may be need to add oil. Refer to
the Operator’s Manual for oil type, viscosity, and crankcase
capacity. Add only enough oil to raise the level to the Full
mark on the dipstick.
Checking the Tire Pressure
Check the tires to ensure that they are inflated to the proper
level. Refer to the Operator’s Manual.
Checking the Mower
Adjustment
For 32 Mowers only
The mower was leveled at the factory. However, if the
mower is not cutting level, adjust the side-to-side level and
the front-to-rear blade slope. See the Operator’s Manual.
Warning
An improperly adjusted mower can cause the
drive belt to engage the blade at the highest
height-of-cut setting when the blade control (PTO)
lever is in the Disengaged position. Operating the
mower at the highest height-of-cut setting during
or soon after setup may expose you or others to a
rotating blade, causing injury or death.
Figure 2
1. Positive post
2. Negative post
3. Charger red (+) wire
4. Charger black (–) wire
Warning
Charging the battery produces gasses that can
explode.
Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and
flames away from battery.
8. When the battery is fully charged, unplug the charger
from the electrical outlet, then disconnect the charger
leads from the battery posts (Fig. 2).
Never put your hands or feet under the mower or
through any openings in the mower.
To ensure that the mower is properly functioning at the
highest height-of-cut setting during or soon after setup, do
the following:
1. Raise the mower to the highest height-of-cut setting.
2. Ensure that the blade control (PTO) lever is in the
Disengaged position.
3. Start the engine and have someone check if the drive
belt engages or tries to engage the blade.
4. If the drive belt tries to engage or engages the blade,
operate the mower for several minutes at different
height-of-cut settings.
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