Toro 72200 Operator's Manual

410 Garden Tractor

Model No. 72200—Serial No. 250000001 and Up

Form No. 3353–241

Operator ’s Manual

Original Instructions (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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

Check Engine Oil Level 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Setup 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Loose Parts 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Checking the Tire Pressure 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Activating and Installing the Battery 13. . . . . . . . . .

Checking the Engine Oil 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Checking the Tractor Lubrication 14. . . . . . . . . . . .

Learn to Operate the Tractor 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Test Driving the Tractor 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Checking the Safety System 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Think Safety First 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Controls 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operating the Parking Brake 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Starting and Stopping the Engine 15. . . . . . . . . . . .

Operating the Power Take Off (PTO) 16. . . . . . . . .

The Safety Interlock System 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Indicator Control Module 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Driving Forward or Backward 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stopping the Machine 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operating the Attachment Lift Lever 19. . . . . . . . .

Positioning the Seat 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Headlights 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Positioning the Tilt Steering Wheel 20. . . . . . . . . . .

Pushing the Machine by Hand 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maintenance 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Recommended Maintenance Schedule 21. . . . . . . .

Servicing the Engine Oil 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Air Cleaner 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Spark Plug 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Greasing and Lubrication 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Checking the Tire Pressure 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Brake 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Fuel Tank 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Fuel Filter 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Front Wheel Toe-In 28. . . . . . . . . . . .

Transaxle Fluid 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing the Fuses 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Servicing the Battery 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning and Storage 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wiring Diagram 33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Troubleshooting 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee 36. . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

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

attention to the safety alert symbol, which means CAUTION, WARNING, or DANGER—“personal safety instruction.” Failure to comply with the instruction may result in personal injury or death.

Safe Operating Practices

The following instructions are from ANSI standard B71.1—2003.

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

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Figure 1

1. Location o f the model and serial numbers

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

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.

General Operation

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the

operator ’s manual and on the machine before starting.

• Do not place hands or feet near rotating parts or under

the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

• 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.

• 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 up.

• Never direct discharged material toward anyone.

Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel surfaces.

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

This machine meets or exceeds the B71.1–2003 specifications of the American National Standards Institute, in effect at the time of production. However, improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions and always pay

• Do not operate the mower without either the entire

grass catcher, discharge guard or other safety devices in place and working.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always

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

• Disengage blades when not mowing. Stop the engine

and what for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher or unclogging the discharge chute.

• Operate the machine 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.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the

watchful care of a responsible adult, not the operator.

• 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.

• Always follow the recommendations for wheel weights

or counterweights.

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.

• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks or other hidden

obstacles. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Choose a low ground speed so you will not have to

stop or shift while on a slope.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Tires may lose traction.

• Always keep the machine in gear when going down

slopes. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.

• Avoid starting, stopping or turning on a slope. If tires

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

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

area.

• Before and while backing or changing direction, look

behind, down, and side–to–side 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.

• Children who have been given rides in the past may

suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride

and be run over or backed over by the mower.

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners,

shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your

view of a child.

Towing

• Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for

towing. Do not attached towed equipment except at

the hitch point.

• This product has a limited towing capacity for small

attachments, such as leaf sweepers, rollers or carts.

The combined weight of the attachment and load

should not exceed the weight of the tractor. Use of

these types of attachments should be limited to flat

ground.

• Never allow children or others in or on towed

equipment.

• On slopes, the weight of towed equipment may cause a

loss of traction and control.

• Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

• Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do

not make sudden changes in speed or direction, which could cause the machine to roll over.

• Use extra care while operating mower with grass

catchers or other attachments; they can affect the stability of the machine. Do not use on steep slopes.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your

foot on the ground.

• 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.

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.

Service

To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.

• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other

sources of ignition.

• Use only an approved gasoline container.

• Never remove the gas cap or add fuel when the

engine is running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.

• Never refuel the machine indoors.

• Never store the machine or fuel container where

there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as a water heater or other appliances.

• Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck

or trailer with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.

• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always

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

• Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or

trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel

tank or container opening at all times until the fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing

immediately.

• Never overfill the fuel tank. Replace gas cap and

tighten securely.

• Never run a machine inside a closed area.

• Keep nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in

safe working 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 fuel soaked debris. Allow the machine to cool before storing.

• If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the

mower. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

• 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 Toro approved attachments. Warranty may be

voided if used with unapproved attachments.

• Do not mow across slopes exceeding 5 degrees.

• Do not mow up slopes exceeding 10 degrees.

• Do not mow down slopes exceeding 15 degrees.

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

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

• Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure that

original standards are maintained.

• Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine

running.

• Check grass catcher components and the discharge

guard frequently 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.

• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service

as required.

• Maintain or replace safety and instruction decals as

necessary.

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.

• Stop the engine, disconnect spark plug wire(s) and

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

Slope Chart

Example: Compare

slope with folded

edge.

Fold along appropriate line

Align this edge with a vertical surface (Tree, Building, Fence post, pole, etc.)

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.

83-6620

99-2985

99-5339

93-0302

92-6726

112168

1. Mowing in reverse enabled.

99-8038

2. Power Take-off (PTO)

92-6721

1. Pull the knob out to start the PTO.

92-6720

2. Push the knob in to stop the PTO.

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.

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distance from the battery.

Battery Symbols

Some or all of these symbols are on your battery.

1. Explosion hazard

2. No fire, open flames, or smoking.

3. Caustic liquid/chemical burn hazard

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

5. Wear eye protection

6. Read the

Manual.

7. Keep bystanders a safe distance from the battery.

8. Battery acid can cause blindness or severe burns.

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

10. Contains lead; do not discard.

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