Form No. 3378-962 Rev A 20in Turf Seeder Model No. 23510—Serial No. 313000139 and Up Model No. 33510—Serial No. 313000194 and Up G016883 Register at www.Toro.com.
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Contents Troubleshooting ...........................................................28 Introduction .................................................................. 2 Safety ........................................................................... 4 Safe Operating Practices........................................... 4 Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 5 Setup ............................................................................ 8 Unfolding the Handle ............
Safety • 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.
Maintenance and Storage • Use jack stands or safety latches to support components when required. • Stop the machine, stop the engine, wait for all moving • • • • parts to stop, raise the blades, and disconnect the spark-plug wire before adjusting, cleaning, or repairing. Clean grass and debris from the blades, drives, muffler, and engine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Let the engine cool before storing and do not store near flame.
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.
Setup Product Overview Unfolding the Handle 1. Raise the handle to the operating position (Figure 3). G021801 Figure 4 G016884 Figure 3 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. Checking the Engine Oil Level Refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level (page 11). 8 1. Seeder-control lever 6. Seed hopper 2. Self-propel drive bail 7. Seeding-rate gauge 3. Handle 8. Depth-control lever 4.
for a few days, during transport to and from the jobsite, and when parked inside a building. Rotate it down to open it or up to close it. 2 Self-propel Drive Bail 1 The self-propel drive bail (Figure 6), located under the handle, controls the forward and reverse motion of the machine. When you squeeze the self-propel drive bail is against the handle, the ground speed of the machine will change based on the distance between the bail and the handle. When you release the bail, the machine will stop moving.
Seeder-control Lever The seeder-control lever (Figure 6) is located on the right handle bar. Push the lever forward to start the seed flow, and pull it rearward to stop the seed flow. Parking Brake Figure 8 Set the parking brake whenever you leave the machine unattended and when performing maintenance. To engage the parking brake, pull the brake rod out and down, locking it in the out position. To disengage the brake, pull the brake up until it snaps back into the machine. 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).
Note: Fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh fuel. To minimize the chance of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel stabilizer at all times. DANGER In certain conditions during fueling, static electricity can be released, causing a spark which can ignite the 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.
Important: In an emergency situation, stop the engine immediately. and away from the handle. The ground speed will vary as the distance increases or decreases from the neutral position. 5. Close the fuel shutoff valve. 3. To disengage the self-propel drive and place the machine into the neutral position, release the drive bail. 6. Wait for all moving parts to stop before proceeding.
3. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. DANGER When the machine is in operation, contact with rotating or moving parts will severely injure hands and feet. 4. Unlock the cutting-blade depth handle by pulling upward. • Before adjusting, cleaning, inspecting, troubleshooting, or repairing the machine, stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Transporting the Machine Checking the Seed Gate Service Interval: Before each use or daily WARNING Note: Trapped debris may prevent the seed gate from moving freely. 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. 1. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the spark-plug wire. Engage the parking brake. 2.
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 16). 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 17) 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 21. 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 23 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 24). 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 16). 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 11). 2. Remove dirt and grime from the entire machine. 6. Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline; refer to Filling the Fuel Tank (page 12). 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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