Toro 71233 Setup Instructions

Form No. 3326-257

17-44HXL Indy Special Edition

Wheel Horse Lawn Tractor

Model No. 71233—210000001 and Up

Setup

Instructions

Loose Parts

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

Description Qty. Use

Bolt, 1/4 x 3/4 in. Wing nut

Spring hook 1 Install the lift assist spring Key 2 Use in ignition and KeyChoice switches. Operator’s manual

Engine operator’s manual Safety booklet Safety video

Registration card 1 Fill out and mail to Toro.

Check Tire Pressure

Check the front and rear tires for proper inflation. Refer to the Operator’s Manual Maintenance section under Tire Pressure for recommended inflation pressure.

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Installing the battery cables

Read and watch before operating tractor.

Danger

Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a deadly poison and causes severe burns.

Activating the Battery

1. Remove the battery and battery box from the tractor;

refer to the Operator’s Manual, Removing the Battery.

2. Remove the vent caps from the battery (Fig. 1).

3. Slowly pour electrolyte into each cell until the

electrolyte level is up to the Upper line (Fig. 1) on the battery case.

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• 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.

4. Wait five to ten minutes after filling the battery cells.

Add electrolyte, if necessary, until the electrolyte level is back up to the Upper line (Fig. 1) on the battery case.

Important Do not overfill the battery because

electrolyte (sulfuric acid) can cause severe corrosion and damage to the chassis.

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Note: Do not run the tractor with the battery disconnected because electrical damage may occur.

Figure 1

1. Vent caps

2. Upper line

5. Reinstall the battery vent caps.

6. Connect a battery charger to the battery posts. Charge

the battery for 1 hour at 25 to 30 amps or 6 hours at 4 to 6 amps. Do not overcharge the battery. Do not overcharge the battery.

3. Lower line

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Warning

Charging the battery produces gasses that can explode.

Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and flames away from battery.

Checking the Oil Level

The tractor is shipped from the factory with oil in the engine crankcase; however, it may be necessary to add oil. Refer to the Operator’s Manual, Engine Oil Specifications for oil type, viscosity, and crankcase capacity. Add only enough oil to raise the level to the Full mark on the dipstick.

Lubrication

Make sure all of the necessary points on the tractor are lubricated; refer to Greasing and Lubrication in the Operator’s Manual.

Read the Operator’s Manual

Read the Operation section of the Operator’s Manual before operating the tractor.

Checking the Safety System

Refer to the Operator’s Manual, Testing the Safety System.

Purging the Hydro Transaxle

7. When the battery is fully charged, unplug the charger

from the electrical outlet, then disconnect the charger leads from the battery posts (Fig. 2).

Figure 2

1. Positive battery post

2. Negative battery post

8. Install the battery in the tractor and connect the battery

cables; refer to the Operator’s Manual, Installing the Battery.

3. Red (+) charger lead

4. Black (–) charger lead

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During shipping and handling air can be introduced into the hydro transaxle. To achieve proper performance, all trapped air must be removed.

1. Place the tractor on a flat level surface.

2. Place the drive control in the Push position (Fig. 3).

Figure 3

1. Operate position 2. Push position

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