Form No. 3432-704 Rev A 20in Turf Seeder Model No. 23508—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
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Belt Maintenance ................................................ 26 Removing the Belt Guard.................................. 26 Installing the Belt Guard.................................... 26 Checking the Condition of the Belts................... 27 Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive-Belt Tension ......................................................... 27 Cutting Blade Maintenance .................................. 28 Checking and Replacing the Blades.................. 28 Seed Gate Maintenance.............
Safety This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI B71.4-2017 and EN ISO 5395-2. 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 attention to the safety-alert symbol (Figure 2), which means Caution, Warning, or Danger—personal safety instruction. Failure to comply with the instruction may result in personal injury or death.
Safety and Instructional 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 missing. decal93-7321 93-7321 1. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hands and feet, rotating knives/blades—stay away from moving parts. decal116-8536 116-8536 1. Cutting blades - press down on lever and pull blade control bail against the handle to engage the cutting blades.
decal126-2446 126-2446 decal126-0296 1. Blade up; “T” = Transport position 126-0296 1. Read the Operator’s Manual before performing maintenance. 2. Check the tire pressure every 50 hours. 4. Check the transmission belt drive tension every 25 hours; read the Operator’s Manual for more information. 5. Operator’s Manual 3. “H” = deepest blade setting; blade down 2. “A” through “H” increasing depth settings 3. Grease every 25 hours.
decal116-8648 116-8648 1. To start the engine, read the Operator’s Manual - (1) Park the 3. Cutting blades - release the blade control bail (neutral machine on a level surface (2) Fill the engine with oil (3) Move position) to disengage the cutting blades; hold the blade the control bars to a neutral position (4) Start the engine. control bail against the handle to engage the cutting blades. 2.
Setup 2 1 Checking the Engine-Oil Level Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required No Parts Required Procedure Procedure 1. Refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 22). Raise the handle to the operating position (Figure 3). 3 Installing the CE Conversion Kit Parts needed for this procedure: 1 CE conversion kit (optional kit—sold separately) Procedure For machines requiring CE compliance, install the optional CE conversion kit; refer to the CE conversion kit installation instructions.
Product Overview g252291 Figure 5 1. Recoil-start handle 2. Fuel-shutoff valve 6. Throttle lever 7. Dipstick 6. Seed hopper and cover 3. Choke lever 8. Oil-drain plug 7. Seeding-rate gauge 4. Air-cleaner 5. Fuel-tank cap 9. On/Off switch g252290 Figure 4 1. Seeder-control lever 2. Self-propel drive bail 3. Handle 8. Depth-control lever 4. Blade-control bail 5. Fuel-tank cap 9. Recoil-start handle Controls Choke Lever Before starting a cold engine, move the choke lever (Figure 5) to the left.
Fuel-Shutoff Valve Blade-Control Lock The fuel-shutoff valve (Figure 5) is located on the engine and is used to shut off the fuel when the machine will not be used for a few days, during transport to and from the jobsite, and when parked inside a building. The blade-control lock (Figure 6) is located on the left side of the handle, next to the blade-control bail. Moving the blade-control lock into the full forward position allows the blade-control bail to be squeezed against the handle.
Hydrostatic-Drive Bypass Lever Specifications The hydrostatic-drive bypass lever (Figure 8) releases the hydrostatic-drive system so that you can move the machine by hand without the engine running. Note: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. Width For normal operating position, pull up on the handle and then push it in until all 3 notches are inside the frame.
Adding Fuel Operation Capacity: 5.6 L (1.48 US gallons) Before Operation Recommended Fuel • For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than 30 days old), unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method). • Ethanol: Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) by volume is acceptable. Ethanol and MTBE are not the same. Gasoline with 15% ethanol (E15) by volume is not approved for use.
gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property. • 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.
Using the Seed Cover During Operation • To install the seed cover (Figure 11), place it over During Operation Safety the seed hopper and fasten it to the latch posts on either side using the rubber latches. • To remove the seed cover, pull each rubber latch General Safety down and away from the latch posts and remove the cover. • The owner/user can prevent and is responsible • • • • g024773 Figure 11 1. Seed cover 2. Seed hopper • 3. Rubber latch 4.
• If possible, keep the cutting unit(s) lowered to the – Stop the machine on level ground. ground while operating on slopes. Raising the cutting unit(s) while operating on slopes can cause the machine to become unstable. – Shut off the engine. – Engage the parking brake. – Wait for all moving parts to stop. • Use extreme caution with grass-collection systems or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine and cause a loss of control.
Operating the Self-Propel Drive increases or decreases from the neutral position. 3. 1. Start the engine. 2. Move the self-propel drive bail from the NEUTRAL position. To disengage the self-propel drive and place the machine into the neutral position, release the drive bail. Note: If the machine creeps forward or rearward when the drive bail is in the neutral position, shut off the engine and adjust the self-propel drive cable; refer to Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive (page 25).
Operating the Machine Note: The machine seeds at the same rate going forward or rearward. Note: If there is excessive thatch, it may be DANGER necessary to remove the thatch prior to seeding. The rotating blades under the machine are dangerous. Blade contact can cause serious injury or death. 8. Do not put hands or feet under the machine. Engage the self-propel drive bail to begin operating.
After Operation After Operation Safety General Safety • Clean grass and debris from the machine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills. • Turn off the fuel-shutoff valve before storing or transporting the machine. g017940 Figure 14 (Rear of machine shown) • Allow the engine to cool before storing the machine in any enclosure. • Never store the machine or fuel container where 1.
Maintenance • Remove the spark-plug wire before making any Maintenance Safety • Use care when checking the blades. Wrap the repairs. blade(s) or wear thickly padded gloves, and use caution when servicing them. Only replace blades; do not straighten or weld them. • Before adjusting, cleaning, or repairing the • • • • • machine do the following: – Park the machine on a level surface. – Disengage the drives. – Shut off the engine. – Wait for all moving parts to stop. – Engage the parking brake.
Pre-Maintenance Procedures Lubrication Lubricating the Slicer-Shaft Bearings Disconnecting the Spark-Plug Wire Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease the slicer-shaft bearings. Before performing any maintenance on the engine, belt, or cutting blades, disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark plug (Figure 15). 1. Shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the spark-plug wire. 2. Engage the parking brake. 3.
Engine Maintenance Engine Safety • Shut off the engine before checking the oil or adding oil to the crankcase. • Keep your hands, feet, face, clothing, and other body parts away the muffler and other hot surfaces. Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the air-cleaner elements. Every 50 hours—Clean the air-cleaner elements. Clean them more frequently in dusty operating conditions. Every 200 hours/Monthly (whichever comes first)—Replace the paper air-cleaner element.
Checking the Engine-Oil Level Note: Be careful to prevent dirt and debris from entering the air duct leading to the carburetor. 12. Install the air-cleaner elements and ensure that they are properly positioned. 13. Install the cover and hook the latch to secure it. Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Stop the machine on a level surface, and ensure that the engine is level. 2.
Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Inspect and adjust the spark plug; replace it if necessary. Every 200 hours—Replace the spark plug. Spark plug specification: Champion RC12YC spark plug or equivalent. g252748 Figure 20 1. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. 3. Clean around the spark plug. 4. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head. Important: Replace a cracked, fouled, or 1.
Checking the Spark Arrester Fuel System Maintenance (If Equipped) WARNING Service Interval: Every 50 hours Fuel-system components are under high pressure. The use of improper components can result in system failure, fuel leakage, and possible explosion. Note: A spark arrester is available as an option. If you require a spark arrester, contact your Authorized Service Dealer. Toro spark arresters are approved by the USDA Forestry Service. Use only approved fuel lines and fuel filters.
Drive System Maintenance Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive Note: The hydrostatic transmission is factory-filled If the machine creeps either forward or rearward when the engine is on and the self-propel drive bail is in neutral, complete the following procedure: and sealed. It does not require maintenance. For service, contact your Authorized Service Dealer. 1. Checking the Tire Pressure Shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the spark-plug wire. 2.
Belt Maintenance Changing the Hydraulic-Transmission Fluid Removing the Belt Guard 1. Service Interval: Every 100 hours 1. Shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the spark-plug wire. Engage the parking brake. 2. Remove the transmission from the machine. 3. Carefully clean the area around the expansion tank and oil-fill port. Loosen the 2 capscrews, and 2 flange-head bolts that secure the belt guard to the machine (Figure 24).
Checking the Condition of the Belts the frame, and move the carriage to the left, tightening the belt; then secure the 4 mounting nuts and bolts (Figure 26). 6. Service Interval: Every 25 hours 1. Shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the spark-plug wire. Engage the parking brake. 2. Remove the belt cover from the left side of the machine. 3. Check the belts for cracks, frayed edges, burn marks, or any other damage. 4. If a belt is damaged, replace it. 5.
Cutting Blade Maintenance 8. Inspect the blades for damage and wear, and replace them as required. DANGER A worn or damaged blade can break. A piece of the blade could be thrown into the area of the operator or a bystander, resulting in serious personal injury or death. Checking and Replacing the Blades Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the blades for wear or damage. • Inspect the blade periodically for wear or damage.
11. Loosen the 2 setscrews located on the flanged bearing, and slide the bearing off the shaft. Seed Gate Maintenance 12. Loosen and remove the slicer-shaft nut and pulley spacer from the shaft. Checking the Seed Gate 13. Carefully slide the alternating blades and spacers off the shaft, and replace them as necessary. 14. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Note: Trapped debris may prevent the seed gate from moving freely. Reverse the procedure to install the assembly.
Cleaning Important: Do not tighten the cable to the point the seed gate is tight to the right with extreme tension on the cable as this will damage the gate and the cable. Only adjust it until the openings in the bottom of the seeder are closed. 6. Washing the Machine Wash the machine as needed using water alone or with a mild detergent. You may use a rag when washing the machine Tighten the jam nuts and test the seeder-control lever to ensure that the seed gate opens and closes correctly.
Note: If necessary, use 2 people to tilt the machine rearward. CAUTION The machine may dislodge material from under the housing. • Wear eye protection. • Stay in the operating position (behind the handle). • Do not allow bystanders in the area. 3. Turn the fuel shutoff valve to the OFF position, and drain the fuel from the fuel tank; refer to Draining the Fuel Tank (page 24). 4. Tilt the machine rearward until the upper handle rests on the ground, and place a jack stand under the machine.
Storage 7. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or replace any part that is damaged. Storage Safety 8. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces with paint from an Authorized Service Dealer. • Park the machine on a level surface, shut off the 9. Store the machine on a level surface in a clean, dry garage or storage area. 10. Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.
Troubleshooting Problem The engine does not start, starts hard, or fails to keep running. Possible Cause 1. The fuel tank is empty. 1. Fill the fuel tank. 2. The fuel-shutoff valve is closed. 3. There is dirt in fuel filter. 4. Dirt, water, or stale fuel is in the fuel system. 5. The air cleaner is dirty. 2. Open the fuel-shutoff valve. 3. Replace the fuel filter. 4. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 6. The spark plug is old or improperly gapped. 7. The spark-plug wire is not connected.
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