Form No. 3383-385 Rev B 20in Turf Seeder Model No. 23510—Serial No. 314000001 and Up Model No. 33510—Serial No. 314000001 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
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Contents Troubleshooting ...........................................................30 Safety ........................................................................... 4 Safe Operating Practices........................................... 4 Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 5 Setup ............................................................................ 9 Unfolding the Handle .............................................. 9 Checking the Engine Oil Level ...............
Operation Safety • Never run an engine in an enclosed area. • Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes and Improperly using or maintaining the machine can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions and always pay 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. hidden hazards.
• Watch for ditches, holes, rocks, dips, and rises that change • Shut off the fuel while storing or transporting on trailers. the operating angle, as rough terrain could overturn the machine. Do not store fuel near flames or drain indoors. • Park the machine on level, hard ground. Never allow untrained personnel to service it. • Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on a slope. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly off the slope.
116-8536 1. Cutting blades - press down on lever and pull blade control bail against the handle to engage the cutting blades. 116–8537 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.
117–2718 116-9985 1. Read and understand the operator’s manual before servicing this machine. 3. AC terminal - orange wire connects to engine harness 2. Positive terminal - red and blue wires 4. Negative terminal - black wire 117–4979 1. Entanglement hazard, belt—keep away from moving parts; keep all guards and shields in place. 121–2011 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. 3. Thrown object hazard; pick up debris before operating. 5.
126-0296 1. Read and understand the operator’s manual before servicing this machine 4. Check transmission belt drive tension every 25 hours 2. Check tire pressure - 13 psi (4x) every 50 hours 5. See engine owner’s manual for service 3.
Product Overview Setup Unfolding the Handle 1. Raise the handle to the operating position (Figure 3). Figure 4 Figure 3 1. Seeder-control lever 6. Seed hopper and cover 2. Self-propel drive bail 7. Seeding-rate gauge 3. Handle 8. Depth-control lever 4. Blade-control bail 5. Fuel-tank cap 9. Recoil-start handle 2. Slide the oval locking rings down each side of the upper handle and over the lower handle (Figure 3), locking the handle sections together.
Controls Choke Lever Before starting a cold engine, move the choke lever (Figure 5) to the left. After the engine starts, regulate the choke to keep the engine running smoothly. As soon as possible, move the choke lever all the way to the right. Note: A warm engine requires little or no choking. Throttle Lever The throttle lever (Figure 5) is located on the engine and controls the engine speed.
Height (operating) 113 cm (44.5 inches) Height (with handle stored) 73.5 cm (29 inches) Weight 120.2 kg (265 lb) Torque Requirements 1 G017939 Figure 7 (Rear of machine shown) 1.
Operation 6. Insert the dipstick fully into the fill hole, but do not screw it in (Figure 10). Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. 7. Remove the dipstick again and look at the end. If the engine oil level is low, slowly pour only enough oil into the fill hole to raise the level to the Full mark on the dipstick (Figure 10).
DANGER WARNING 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. Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness. • Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. • Keep your face away from the nozzle and the fuel tank or conditioner opening. • Keep fuel away from your eyes and skin.
• To turn left or right, decrease the speed, push down 3. Place the throttle midway between the Slow and Fast positions. on the handles, and turn the machine in the desired direction; then resume normal operation. 4. Allow the engine to run for a minimum of 15 seconds, then turn the engine on/off switch to the Off position to stop the engine. • To move in reverse, release the drive bail and allow it to return to neutral. Push the drive bail down and away from the handle.
DANGER When the machine is in operation, contact with rotating or moving parts will severely injure hands and feet. • Before adjusting, cleaning, inspecting, troubleshooting, or repairing the machine, stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug and keep it away from the plug to prevent someone from accidentally starting the engine. • Stay behind the handle and away from the seed mixer and cutting blades while operating the machine. Figure 13 1.
Checking the Seed Gate 3. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Service Interval: Before each use or daily 4. To change the seeding rate, loosen the knob on the seeding-rate gauge located on the front of the seed hopper. Move the gauge pointer to the desired position, and tighten the knob. Note: Trapped debris may prevent the seed gate from moving freely. 1. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the spark-plug wire.
Transporting the Machine WARNING Loading the machine onto a trailer without strong enough or properly supported ramps could be dangerous. The ramps could collapse, causing the machine to fall, which could cause injury. • Use proper ramps that are secured to the truck or trailer. • Keep feet and legs out from under the machine when loading and unloading. • If necessary, use assistance when loading. Be sure that the fuel shutoff valve is closed.
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After the first 5 hours • Change the engine oil. Before each use or daily • • • • • • • • Check the engine oil level. Check the seed gate. Inspect the air-cleaner elements. Check the tire pressure. Check the blades for wear or damage. Clean the engine and exhaust area. Clean the debris buildup from under the machine. Check for loose fasteners. Every 25 hours • Grease the slicer-shaft bearings.
Lubrication Disconnecting the Spark-plug Wire Lubricating 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 17). Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease the slicer-shaft bearings. 1 1. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the spark-plug wire. 2. Engage the parking brake. 3. Lubricate the fittings (Figure 18) with 1 or 2 pumps of NLGI grade #2 multi-purpose grease.
Engine Maintenance 9. Clean the paper element by tapping it gently to remove the dirt. Note: Never try to brush dirt off the paper element; brushing forces the dirt into the fibers. Replace the element if tapping it fails to remove the dirt. Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the air-cleaner elements. 10. Clean the foam element in warm, soapy water or in a nonflammable solvent. Every 50 hours—Clean the air-cleaner elements.
Changing the Engine Oil Important: Replace a cracked, fouled, or dirty spark plug. Do not clean the electrodes, because grit entering the cylinder can damage the engine. WARNING 5. Set the gap on the plug to 0.6 to 0.7 mm (0.024 to 0.028 inch); refer to Figure 22. Oil may be hot after the engine has been run, and contact with hot oil can cause severe personal injury. Avoid contacting the hot engine oil when you drain it. 1.
Fuel System Maintenance 5. Use a brush to carefully remove carbon deposits from the spark-arrester screen. 6. Install the spark arrester on the exhaust outlet. Emptying the Fuel Tank 1. Stop the engine and wait for it to cool down. Engage the parking brake. Note: Drain gasoline from a cold engine only. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. 3. Close the fuel shutoff valve. 4. Disconnect the fuel line by loosening the tube clamp at the carburetor. 5.
Drive System Maintenance Note: The hydrostatic transmission is factory-filled and sealed. It does not require maintenance. For service, contact your Authorized Service Dealer. Checking the Tire Pressure Service Interval: Before each use or daily Maintain the air pressure in the tires as specified. To get the most accurate reading, check the tires when they are cold. Pressure: 165 kPa (24 psi) Figure 24 1 1. Adjustment nuts 4. Turnbuckle 2. Cable 5. Self-propel drive bail 3.
Belt Maintenance 7. Install the expansion tank by first inserting the hose into the tank. Place the tank opening over the O-ring, and push down to ensure a proper seal. Install the #10–32 x 1/2 inch self-tapping screw and torque it to 25 in-lb (2.8 N-m). Checking the Condition of the Belts 8. Fill the transaxle, at the oil fill port, until the oil level is between 1/2 and 1-1/4 inches (between 13 and 32 mm) below the top of the fill port. Service Interval: Every 25 hours 1.
Maintaining the Cutting Blades move the carriage to the left, tightening the belt; then secure the 4 mounting nuts and bolts (Figure 25). 6. Install the belt cover using the hardware retained in step 3. Checking and Replacing the Blades Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the blades for wear or damage. When the cutting blades are worn down and no longer functioning properly, replace them as follows: Important: Perform this procedure when the fuel tank is empty or nearly empty. 1.
DANGER WARNING 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. Incorrect installation of the blade or components used to retain the blade can be dangerous. Failure to use all original components and assembled as shown could allow a blade or blade component to be thrown out from under the deck resulting in serious personal injury or death.
Seed Gate Maintenance Cleaning Adjusting the Seed-gate Closed Position Cleaning the Engine Area Service Interval: Before each use or daily (Clean the engine and exhaust area more often in dry or dirty conditions.) If the seed gate is partially open when the seeder-control lever is in the Off position, complete the following: CAUTION 1. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the spark-plug wire.
Cleaning under the Belt Cover Service Interval: Every 50 hours 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. 3. Remove and retain the 4 bolts, lock washers, and 2 spacers securing the belt cover to the left side of the machine. 4. Remove the cover, and brush out all the debris around the belt area. 5. Install the belt cover, and tighten all the hardware. 6. Connect the wire to the spark plug. Cleaning the Seed Gate 1.
Storage 4. Perform any needed maintenance procedures; refer to Maintenance (page 18). 1. Raise the cutting blades, stop the machine, stop the engine, and disconnect the spark-plug wire. 5. Check the engine oil level; refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level (page 12). 2. Remove dirt and grime from the entire machine. 6. Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline; refer to (page ). Important: You can wash the machine with mild detergent and water. Do not pressure wash the machine.
Troubleshooting Problem The engine will 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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