Toro 71233 Operator's Manual

Form No. 3327-741 Rev A

17-44HXL Indy Special Edition

Wheel Horse Lawn Tractor

Model No. 71233—Serial No. 230000001 and Up

Operator ’s Manual

Domestic English (EN)

Warning

CALIFORNIA

Proposition 65 Warning

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Important The engine in this product 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 as defined in CPRC 4126. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws.

This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.

Ce système d’allumage par étincelle de véhicule est conforme à la norme NMB-002 du Canada.

The enclosed Engine Owner’s Manual is supplied for information regarding The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance and warranty.

Keep this engine Owner’s Manual with your unit. Should this engine Owner’s Manual become damaged or illegible, replace immediately. Replacements may be ordered through the engine manufacturer.

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Starting the Engine 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stopping the Engine 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Using the Safety Interlock System 14. . . . . . . . . . . .

Testing the Safety Interlock System 15. . . . . . . . . . .

Pushing the Tractor Manually 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Driving the Tractor Forward or Backward 16. . . . . .

Stopping the Tractor 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operating Tips 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maintenance 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Recommended Maintenance Schedule 18. . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Engine Oil 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Air Cleaner 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Spark Plug 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Brake 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Greasing and Lubricating the Tractor 23. . . . . . . . . .

Checking the Tire Pressure 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Battery 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Draining the Fuel Tank 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing the Fuel Filter 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Transaxle Fluid 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Fuse 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Headlights 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning and Storing the Tractor 28. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wiring Diagram 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Troubleshooting 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee 32. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Contents

Introduction 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Safety 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Safe Operating Practices 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Toro Riding Mower Safety 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Slope Chart 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Safety and Instruction Decals 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gasoline and Oil 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Recommended Gasoline 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Using Stabilizer/Conditioner 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Filling the Fuel Tank 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Checking the Engine Oil Level 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Controls 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Using the Parking Brake 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Positioning the Seat 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operating the Headlights 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Using the Blade Control (PTO) 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Setting the Height-of-Cut 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Printed in the USA

Introduction

Safety

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. Figure 1 illustrates the location of the model and serial numbers on the product.

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Figure 1

1. Location of the model and serial numbers

Write the product model and serial numbers in the space below:

This tractor meets or exceeds the B71.1–1998 specifications of the American National Standards Institute in effect at the time of production.

Read and understand the contents of this manual before operating the tractor.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid all possible injury or death.

Safe Operating Practices

The following instructions are from ANSI standard B71.1—1998.

This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death.

General Operation

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the

operator’s manual and on the machine before starting.

• Allow only responsible adults who are familiar with the

instructions to operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,

which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

Model No.

Serial No.

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 2 other words to highlight information.

Important calls attention to special mechanical

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

• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing.

Stop the machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.

Always look down and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not

point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn

off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop the engine before removing the grass catcher or

unclogging the chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

• Do not operate the machine while under the influence

of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing

roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine

into a trailer or truck.

• Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side

shields when operating mower.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above,

are involved in a large percentage of riding mower–related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury.

Slope Operation

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

Children

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the

watchful care of another responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn the machine off if children enter the

area.

• Before and while backing, look behind and down for

small children.

• Never carry children, even with the blades off. They

may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, the end of a fence or other objects that may obscure vision.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain could

overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not

have to stop or shift while on the slope.

• Follow Toro’s recommendations for wheel weight or

counterweights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.

These can change the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do not

make sudden changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose

traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn

slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.

The machine could suddenly turn over if a wheel goes over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause

sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot

on the ground.

• Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes.

Service

• Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels.

They are flammable and vapors are explosive. – Use only an approved container. – Never remove the gas cap or add fuel when the

engine is running. Allow the engine to cool before

refueling. Do not smoke.

– Never refuel the machine indoors. – Never store the machine or fuel container inside

where there is an open flame, such as near a water

heater or furnace.

• Never run a machine inside a closed area.

• Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade

attachment bolts. Keep equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operation regularly.

• Keep the machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris

build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow the machine to cool before storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.

Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage

and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts, when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s)

or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

• Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes. Heavy grass

bags could cause loss of control or overturn the machine.

• Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure that

original standards are maintained.

Toro Riding Mower Safety

The following list contains safety information specific to Toro products or other safety information that you must know that is not included in the ANSI standards.

Warning

Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless, deadly poison that can kill you.

Do not run engine indoors or in an enclosed area.

• Stop the engine, disconnect spark plug wire and remove

key before performing any service, repairs, maintenance or adjustments.

• Slow down before turning. Sharp turns on any terrain

may cause loss of control.

• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn

off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove the ignition and KeyChoice keys before dismounting.

• If loading the machine onto a trailer or truck, use a

single, full-width ramp only. the ramp angle should not exceed 15 degrees.

• Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from

attachment discharge area, underside of mower and any moving parts while engine is running.

• Do not touch equipment or attachment parts which may

be hot from operation. Allow to cool before attempting to maintain, adjust or service.

• Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. Avoid

contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Protect your face, eyes and clothing when working with a battery.

• Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks and

flames away from battery.

• Use only genuine replacement parts to ensure that

original standards are maintained.

• Use only Toro approved attachments. Warranty may be

voided if used with unapproved attachments.

• Do not mow across slopes exceeding 5 degrees.

• Do not mow down slopes exceeding 15 degrees.

• Do not mow up slopes exceeding 10 degrees.

• If a steep slope must be ascended, back up the hill, and

drive forward down the hill, keeping the machine in gear.

• Avoid turning on slopes. If you must turn, turn slowly

and gradually downhill, if possible.

Slope Chart

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.

92-2461

99-8139

99-5339

1. Pull the lever out to push

the machine.

2. Push the lever in to ride

on the machine.

99-6095

100-7449

3. Read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance.

4. Do not tow the machine

92-2462

1. Explosion hazard

2. No fire, open flames, or smoking.

3. Caustic liquid/chemical burn hazard

99-2985

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4. Wear eye protection

5. Read the

6. Keep bystanders a safe

Manual.

Operator’s

distance from the battery.

1. Contains lead; do not discard.

2. Recycle

3. Wear eye protection; explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries

4. No sparks, flame, or smoking

5. Sulfuric acid can cause blindness or severe burns.

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6. Flush eyes immediately with water and get medical help fast.

7. Maximum fill line

8. Minimum fill line

9. Instructions for activating the battery

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