Toro 71242, 71243, 71245 Operator's Manual

Form No. 3329-996

14-38HXLE, 16-38HXLE, and 17-38HXLE

Wheel Horse Lawn Tractors

Model No. 71242—Serial No. 240000001 and Up Model No. 71243—Serial No. 240000001 and Up Model No. 71245—Serial No. 240000001 and Up

Operator ’s Manual

Original Instructions (GB)

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.

Contents

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

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

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-on (Riding)

Rotary Lawn Mowers 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Sound Pressure 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sound Power 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vibration 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

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

Gasoline and Oil 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Recommended Gasoline 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Using Stabilizer/Conditioner 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Filling the Fuel Tank 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Checking the Engine Oil Level 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Controls 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Using the Parking Brake 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Using the Headlights 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Using the Blade Control (PTO) 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Setting the Height of Cut 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting the Mower Wheels 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Starting the Engine 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stopping the Engine 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Using the Safety Interlock System 15. . . . . . . . . . . .

Testing the Safety Interlock System 16. . . . . . . . . . .

Pushing the Tractor Manually 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Driving Forward or Backward 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stopping the Tractor 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Side Discharge or Mulch Grass 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Installing the Discharge Cover 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operating Tips 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maintenance 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Recommended Maintenance Schedule 20. . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Engine Oil 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Battery 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Parking Brake 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Greasing and Lubricating the Tractor 25. . . . . . . . . .

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Servicing the Air Cleaner 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Spark Plug 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning the Cooling System 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Checking the Tire Pressure 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Draining the Fuel Tank 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing the Fuel Filter 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Transaxle Fluid 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Fuse 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Headlights 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Blades 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Removing the Mower 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Installing the Mower 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing the Blade Drive Belt 33. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Leveling the Mower from Side-to-Side 34. . . . . . . .

Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope 34. . . . . . .

Washing the Underside of the Mower 35. . . . . . . . .

Cleaning and Storage 36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wiring Diagram 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Troubleshooting 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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.

You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product.

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

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

Printed in the USA

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

Model No.

• Never mow while people, especially children, or pets

are nearby.

• Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for

accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.

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.

Safety

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-on (Riding) Rotary Lawn Mowers

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

• Do not carry passengers.

• All drivers should seek and obtain professional and

practical instruction. Such instruction should emphasize:

– 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 effect of ground

conditions, especially slopes;

• incorrect hitching and load distribution.

Preparation

• While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and

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

• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to

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

• Warning—Fuel is highly flammable.

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 possible injury or death.

The following instructions are from the CEN standard EN 836:1997.

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

Training

• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the

controls and the proper use of the equipment.

• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these

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

– 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 fuel while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.

– If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine

but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.

– Replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely.

• Replace faulty silencers.

• 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.

• On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one

blade can cause other blades to rotate.

Operation

• Do not operate the engine in a confined space where

dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.

• Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.

• Before attempting to start the engine, disengage all

blade attachment clutches and shift into neutral.

• Do not use on slopes of more than

–5 when mowing on side hills; –10 when mowing uphill; –15 when mowing downhill.

• 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;

– engage clutch slowly, always keep machine in gear,

especially when travelling downhill;

– machine speeds should be kept low on slopes and

during tight turns;

– stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden

hazards;

– never mow across the face of the slope, unless the

lawnmower is designed for this purpose.

• 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. – Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights when

suggested in the instruction handbook.

• Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.

• Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces other

than grass.

• When using any attachments, never direct discharge of

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

• Never operate the machine with damaged guards or

without safety protective devices in place.

• Do not change the engine governor settings or

overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed can increase the hazard of personal injury.

• 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.

• Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine, and

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

– before clearing 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).

• Disengage drive to attachments when transporting or

not in use.

• 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.

• 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

• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the

equipment is in safe working condition.

• Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank inside a

building where fumes can reach an open flame or spark.

• Allow the engine to cool before storing in any

enclosure.

• To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer,

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

• Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or

deterioration.

• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

• If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done

outdoors.

• On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one

blade can cause other blades to rotate.

• When machine is to be parked, stored or left

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

Toro Riding Mower Safety

The following paragraph contains safety information specific to Toro products that is not included in the CEN standard.

Use only Toro-approved attachments. The warranty may be voided if you use the tractor with unapproved attachments.

Sound Pressure

This unit has a maximum sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 88 dBA, based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 98/37/EC.

Sound Power

This unit has a guaranteed sound power level of 100 dBA, based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 2000/14/EC.

Vibration

This unit does not exceed a hand/arm vibration level of

4.0 m/s2, based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 98/37/EC.

This unit does not exceed a whole body vibration level of

0.2 m/s2, based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 98/37/EC.

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.

92-5730

1. Choke

2. Fast

3. Continuous variable setting

4. Slow

93-6673

1. Engage

2. Power take-off (PTO)

3. Disengage

4. Parking brake

93-6674

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

93-6676

1. Parking brake—to engage, press the brake pedal and lift the parking brake lever; to disengage press and release the brake pedal.

2. Brake—to engage, press the brake pedal.

3. Traction drive—to drive forward, press the top of the traction control pedal forward and down; to drive in reverse, press the bottom of the traction control pedal rearward and down.

4. Warning—read the

5. Warning—to avoid tipping the tractor, do not drive across slopes greater than 5 degrees, up slopes greater than 10 degrees, or down slopes greater than 15 degrees.

6. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine.

7. Thrown object hazard, mower—keep the deflector in place.

8. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts.

9. Crushing/dismemberment of a bystander—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine.

Operator’s Manual.

93-6677

1. Warning—do not operate the mower with the deflector up or removed; keep the deflector in place.

2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts.

93-6679

1. Engine

99-2986

1. Crushing/dismemberment hazard of bystanders—do not turn the key while children are present; keep children a safe distance from the machine.

99-5340

1. KeyChoice—turn to enable reverse mowing.

93-7009

1. Warning—do not operate the mower with the deflector up or removed; keep the deflector in place.

2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts.

93-7010

1. Thrown object hazard—stay a safe distance from the machine.

2. Thrown object hazard, mower—keep the deflector in place.

3. Cutting/dismemberment of hand or foot—stay away from moving parts.

1. Mowing in reverse enabled

2. Engine—stop

99-8141

3. Engine—run

4. Engine—start

5. Headlights

1. Pull the lever out to push the machine.

2. Push the lever in to ride on the machine.

100-7449

3. Read the instructions

4. Do not tow the machine.

before servicing or performing maintenance.

1. Explosion hazard

2. No fire, open flames, or smoking.

3. Caustic liquid/chemical burn hazard

104-4163

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.

104-4164

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

Gasoline and Oil

Recommended Gasoline

Using Stabilizer/Conditioner

Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the tractor to provide the following benefits:

Use unleaded regular gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). You may use leaded regular gasoline 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.

Danger

In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property.

• 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 in. (6 to 13 mm) below the bottom of the filler neck. This empty space in the tank allows the gasoline to expand.

• Never smoke when handling gasoline, and stay

away from an open flame or where a spark may ignite the gasoline fumes.

• 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.

• 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, remove gas-powered equipment

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

• If this is not possible, refuel such equipment on

a truck or trailer from a portable container, not from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

• If you must use a gasoline dispenser, keep the

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

• It keeps gasoline fresh during storage for up to 90 days.

For longer storage, drain the fuel tank.

• It cleans the engine while it runs.

• It eliminates gum-like varnish buildup in the fuel

system, which causes hard starting.

Important Do not use fuel additives containing

methanol or ethanol. Add the correct amount of fuel stabilizer/conditioner to the

gasoline. Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when it

is mixed with fresh gasoline. To minimize the chance of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner at all times.

Filling the Fuel Tank

1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.

2. Set the parking brake.

3. Clean around the fuel tank cap and remove the cap.

4. Add unleaded regular gasoline to the fuel tank until the

level is 1/4 to 1/2 in. (6 to 13 mm) below the bottom of the filler neck. Do not fill the fuel tank completely

full. Note: This space in the tank allows gasoline to expand.

5. Install the fuel tank cap securely.

6. Wipe up any gasoline that spills.

Checking the Engine Oil Level

Before you start the engine and use the tractor, check the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking the Oil Level on page 21.

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