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TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Important Safe Operation Practices Slope Gauge Tractor Set-up Know Your Garden Tractor Operating Your Garden Tractor Making Adjustments Maintaining Your Garden Tractor Page 3 Content Service Page 24 9 10 Off-season Storage Maintenance Chart 27 28 12 15 18 20 Troubleshooting Specifications Warranty Information 29 30 35 FINDINGMODELNUMBER This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new garden tractor.
SECTION1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol-heed its warning.
19. Slowdownbeforeturning.Operatethemachine smoothly. Avoiderraticoperation andexcessive speed. 20. Disengage blade(s),setparkingbrake,stopengine andwaituntiltheblade(s)cometoa completestop beforeremoving grasscatcher,emptyinggrass, unclogging chute,removing anygrassor debris,or makinganyadjustments. 21. Neverleavea runningmachineunattended. Alwaysturnoffblade(s),placetransmission in neutral,setparkingbrake,stopengineandremove keybeforedismounting. 22.
CHILDREN 1. 2. 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. They do not understand the dangers. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. a. Keep children out of the mowing area and in watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator. b. Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area. c. Before and while backing, look behind and down for small children.
GENERALSERVICE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. _, Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, and deadly gas. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all moving parts have stopped. Remove the key to prevent unintended starting. Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop within approximately five (5) seconds after operating the blade disengagement control.
SECTION2: SAFETYLABELS Safety labels found on your garden tractor are illustrated below (3/4 actual size). Always follow their instructions and head their warnings. The label part number is listed below each. If you discover a safety label is scratched, damaged or missing, order a replacement immediately. ® ROTATING BLADES CAUSE SERIOUS iNJURY OR DEATH * DONOTMOWWHEN CHILDREN OROTHERS ARE AROUND , NEVER CARRY CHILDREN EVEH WiTHBLADE(S) OFF. o LOOK DOWN ANDBEHJHD BEFORE ANDWHILE BACKIHG.
SECTION3: INSTRUCTIONAL LABELS Instructional labels found on your garden tractor are illustrated below (3/4 actual size). Always follow their instructions and heed their warnings. If you discover a label is scratched, damaged or missing, order a replacement immediately.
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SECTION5: TRACTOR SET-UP GasandOilFill-up WARNING: The shipping brace, used for packaging purposes only, must be removed and discarded before operating your tractor. Use only clean, fresh (under 30 days old), unleaded gasoline. Fill tank to no more than 1/2 inch below the top of the filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion. WARNING: Use extreme care WARNING: The mowing deck is capable of throwing objects.
Make certain the hold-down rod is in position over the battery, securing it in place. See Figure 2. ShoulderScrew \ 00 / LockNut \ ShoulderScrew H01dDownRod LockNut \ HexNut HexBolt Figure 3 Figure 2 f. NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date shown on top/side of battery, charge the battery as instructed on page 25 of this manual prior to operating the tractor.
SECTION6: KNOWYOURGARDEN TRACTOR A. F B G H J D K E NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity, Figure 5 A Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter B PTO (Blade Engage) Knob C Choke Control G Ignition Switch Module H Brake Pedal I Drive Pedal D Parking Brake Lever J Cruise Control Lever E Cup Holder F Throttle Control K Deck Lift Lever NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator's position.
ThrottleControl IgnitionSwitchModule The throttle control lever is WARNING: Never leave a running machine unattended. Always disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. located on the right side of the tractor's dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine. When set in a given position, the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed.
SystemsIndicatorMonitor/ HourMeter ElectricPTO/ BladeEngageKnob Battery To engage the power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments, pull outward on the PTO/Blade Oil Engage knob. Push the PTO/ Blade Engage knob inward to disengage the power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. 42.0 PTO (BladeEngage) | NOTE: The PTO/Blade Engage knob must be in the disengaged (OFF) position when starting the engine.
SECTION7: OPERATING YOURGARDEN TRACTOR SafetyInterlockSystem WARNING: This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator. Before each use, check the safety interlock system for proper operation. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact a Toro service dealer. operating the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE. Always look down and behind before and while backing.
Startingthe Engine DrivingTheTractor starts, ex- interlock system is operate malfunctioning. WARNING: Do not the tractor ifThis the system was designed for your safety and protection. _, cessive speed and sudden stops. WARNING: Avoid sudden Refer to the TRACTOR SET-UPon page 10 of this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions.
IMPORTANT:With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position, the PTO clutch will automatically shut off if the PTO (Blade Engage) knob is moved into the engaged (ON) position with the shift lever in Reverse. Refer to SafetyInterleckSwitcheson page 15. SettingTheCruiseControl NOTE: The cruise control feature should only be utilized while traveling in the forward direction, • • • • Slowly depress the drive pedal until the desired speed is achieved. Lightly depress the cruise control lever.
SECTION8: MAKINGADJUSTMENTS • adjustments the engine ARNING: while Never attemptis running, to make any _, Retighten the two lock nuts against the inner hex nuts when proper adjustment is achieved. Sideto Side Levelingthe Deck If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows: NOTE: • Check the tractor's tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments.
ParkingBrakeAdjustment SteeringAdjustment If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other, or if the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or wear, the steering drag links may need to be adjusted. WARNING: Never attempt to adjust the brakes while the engine is running. Always disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.
SECTION9: MAINTAININGYOURGARDEN TRACTOR NOTE: Refer to MaintenanceCharton page 28 for a reference of recommended maintenance intervals. TEMPERATURE / OIL VISCOSITYCHART WARNING: Before performing any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. ** Engine °F-20 After checking the oil level (and adding oil, if necessary), reinstall the oil fill cap/dipstick by inserting it into the oil fill tube.
IMPORTANT: The engine may overheat and/or damage may result if the oil level is below the ADD or over the FULL on the dipstick. • 0il FillCap/ Dipstick \ Reinstall the oil fill cap/dipstick securely onto the oil fill tube. IMPORTANT: The oil fill cap/dipstick must be installed securely onto the tube at all times when the engine is operating. Severe engine damage could result from failure to do so.
IMPORTANT:The oil fill cap/dipstick must be installed securely onto the tube at all times when the engine is operating. Severe engine damage could result from a failure to do so. • • • Service Paper Element The paper element should be replaced at least every season or 100 hours of operation. Replace more frequently if the tractor is operated under extremely dusty conditions.
FrontWheels Check the gap using a feeler gauge and adjust, if necessary, by carefully bending the ground electrode. See Figure 14. Set the spark plug gap to 0.030 in. (.76 mm). Each of the front wheel axles and rims is equipped with a grease fitting. See Figure 15. Lubricate with 251H EP grease or an equivalent No. 2 multi-purpose lithium grease after every 25 hours of tractor operation. FeelerGauge Spark Plug Ground Electrode Gap RimGreaseFitting \ Figure 14 • • Reinstall the spark plug into the cy
SECTION10: SERVICE HexFlange Nut inspecting, PTO, set WARNING: always Before disengage servicing, repairing, or parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. Tires inflation pressureNever shownexceed on the sidewall of the WARNING: the maximum tire. The recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 10 psi for the rear tires and 14 psi for the front tires. Do not overinflate. Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly.
IMPORTANT:When replacing the blade, be sure to install the blade with the side of the blade marked "Bottom" (or with a part number stamped in it) facing the ground when the mower is in the operating position. • • IMPORTANT:Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade spindle hex flange nut to between 70 Ibs-ft. and 90 Ibsft.
• • Gently slide the cutting deck toward the front of the tractor allowing the hooks on the deck to release themselves from the deck stabilizer rod. Gently slide the cutting deck (from the right side) out from underneath the tractor. Belt Guard Pivoting Idler Pulley ChangingtheDeckBelt Idler Bracket 3/8" Square H01e Spring and remove Beignition key theto engine prevent WARNING: sure to shut off, unintended starting before removing the belt. WARNING: Avoid the possibility of a pinching injury.
SECTION11: OFF-SEASON STORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section7: To empty the system, run the engine until the tank and system are empty. MAINTAINING YOURGARDEN TRACTOR on page 20 of this manual before storing for an extended period. WARNING: Drain fuel only into an approved container outdoors, away from an open flame. Allow engine to cool. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition prior to draining fuel.
SECTION12: MAINTENANCE CHART Before Each Use After Initial 24 Hours Every 10 Hours Clean Hood/Dash Louvers Check Engine Oil Level Clean and Re-oil Air Filter's Foam Precleaner Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil & Filter Clean Battery Terminals Lube Front Axles and Rims Clean Engine Cooling Fins Lube Pedal Pivot Points Lube Deck Spindles Check Spark Plugs Check Safety Interlock System ,/ 28 Every 25 Hours Every 50 Hours Every Season Prior to Storing
SECTION13: TROUBLESHOOTING Corrective Trouble Possible Engine fails to start PTO (Blade Engage) knob engaged. Engine runs erratic Cause(s) Parking brake not engaged. Spark plug wire(s) disconnected. Cchoke control not in correct starting position. Choke not activated Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line. Faulty spark plug(s). Engine flooded. Unit running with CHOKE activated. Spark plug wire(s) loose. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. Vent in gas cap plugged. Water or dirt in fuel system.
SECTION14: SPECIFICATIONS* GT2100 Capacities Fuel Tank 3.0 gal. (11.4 liters) Engine Crankcase (w/filter) 57.5 oz. (1.7 liters) Constant Velocity Transmission Forward Speed O- 5.2 mph (8.2 km/h) Reverse Speed O- 2.3 mph (3.7 km/h) Engine (Air-cooled, 4-cycle) Make Kohler Courage Model SV720 Cylinders Twin Bore 83 mm (3.27 in.) Stroke 67 mm (2.64 in.) Displacement 725 cc (44.2 cubic in.) Power @3600 RPM 17.2 kW (23 HP)** Maximum Torque 60.9 Nm (44.9 ft. lb.
CALiFORNiA EMiSSiON CONTROL WARRANTY YOUR WARRANTY STATEMENT RIGHTS AND OBLiGATiONS The CaliforniaAir ResourcesBoardandMTDConsumerGroupInc are pleasedto explainthe evaporativeemissioncontrolsystemwarrantyon your 2006 lawn mower.In California,new lawnmower mustbe designed,builtand equippedto meetthe State'sstringentanti-smogstandards.MTDConsumerGroupInc must warrantthe EECSon your lawnmowerfor the periodof time listed below providedthere has been no abuse, neglector impropermaintenanceof your lawnmower.
The Toro Company MANUFACTURER'S LiMiTED WARRANTY LAWN & GARDEN TRACTORS IMPORTANT:To obtainwarrantycoverageowner mustpresentan original proofof purchaseand applicablemaintenancerecordsto the servicingdealer. Pleasesee the operator'smanualfor informationon requiredmaintenanceand serviceintervals.
