Form No. 3429-188 Rev A Topdresser 2500 Model No. 44507—Serial No. 403420001 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
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Contents Hydraulic Fluid Specifications........................... 27 Checking the Hydraulic Fluid Level ................... 28 Replacing the Hydraulic Filter ........................... 28 Changing the Hydraulic Fluid ............................ 29 Brush Maintenance .............................................. 30 Checking the Brush for Position and Wear ............................................................. 30 Adjusting the Brush Position ............................. 30 Cleaning ...............
Safety • Do not operate the machine without all guards General Safety • Keep bystanders and children out of the operating and other safety protective devices in place and functioning properly on the machine. area. Never allow children to operate the machine. This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. • Read and understand the contents of both this Operator’s Manual and the operator’s manual of the Workman vehicle before using this machine.
decal99-0016 99-0016 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual; the maximum braking load is 1,587 kg (3,500 lb); the maximum tongue weight is 181 kg (400 lb); do not drive the vehicle with a trailer down a hill; do not lose control of the vehicle and trailer. 2. Warning—do not carry passengers. 3. Warning—do not exceed 24 km/h (15 mph). 4. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual; the maximum trailer weight is 1,134 kg (2,500 lb); the maximum tongue weight is 181 kg (400 lb).
decal138-5941 138-5941 1. Crushing hazard of hand—keep bystanders away. decal138-5949 138-5949 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2. Warning—receive training before operating the machine.
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Use Qty. Tongue assembly Lynch pin Clevis pin 1 4 2 Install the tongue. No parts required – Assemble the hitch to the traction-unit drawbar. Jack (optional) 1 Mount optional tongue jack. 4 Wire harness assembly (topdresser harness, controller harness, and tow-vehicle harness) 1 Install wire harness. 5 Skid Carriage bolt Flat washer Locknut 4 8 8 8 Mount the skids.
g269296 Figure 5 1. Locknut 5. Hairpin 2. Washer 6. Hitch pin 3. Tongue 7. Hitch clevis 4. Capscrew g269254 Figure 4 1. Back of the machine 3. Clevis pin 2. Lynch pins 4. Rear receiver tube 2 Assemble the hitch clevis to the tongue with the 2 capscrews, 4 washers, and 2 locknuts (Figure 5). 3. Torque the capscrews and locknuts to 183 to 223 N∙m (135 to 165 ft lb). 4. Secure the hitch to the drawbar with the hitch pin and hairpin (Figure 5).
g280872 Figure 6 1. Jack-mount tube (tongue) 3. 2. Jack g012647 2. Figure 7 Align holes in jack with holes in the mounting tube and secure the jack with the clevis pin (Figure 6). 1. Topdresser harness 4 2. Route the ring terminals of the tow-vehicle harness to battery of the traction unit. 3. Assemble the ring terminal for the black wire of the tow-vehicle harness to the negative battery cable. 4. Assemble the ring terminal for the red wire to the positive battery cable. 5.
5 Mounting the Skids Parts needed for this procedure: 4 Skid 8 Carriage bolt 8 Flat washer 8 Locknut Procedure 1. Position skid as shown in Figure 8. g012648 Figure 8 1. Skid (4) 2. Mount a skid to the mounting bracket with 2 carriage bolts, 2 flat washers and 2 locknuts. 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the skids at the 3 other mounting brackets.
Hand Control Switch Product Overview Press hand control switch to start or stop the flow of material from topdresser (Figure 10). Controls Gate Metering Control g269331 g266287 Figure 10 Figure 9 1. Adjusting handle 1. Hand control switch 3. Rate scale 2. Gate-lock knob The gate-lock knob and adjusting handle are located at the left rear side of machine, and are used to adjust and lock the gate into the desired open height position (Figure 9). 1.
Specifications Length Operation With the tongue 254 cm (100 inches) Without the tongue 153.7 cm (60.5 inches) Width 185 cm (73 inches) Height 107.9 cm (42.5 inches) Net weight 660 kg (1,455 lb) Hopper volume 0.7 m³ (25 ft³) Maximum material load 930 kg (2,050 lb) Maximum tow speed Empty 24 kph (15 mph) Fully loaded 13 kph (8 mph) Before Operation Before Operation Safety • The machine has different balance, weight, and handling characteristics compared to some other types of equipment.
• • Keep your hands and feet out of the hopper. • Remain seated whenever the vehicle is in motion. • Using the machine demands attention. Failing – When the weight of the tongue is forced down onto the hitch of the tow vehicle, this produces a positive tongue weight. Never attach the machine to or remove the machine from the traction unit if there is material in the hopper. The tongue may flip up, causing injury.
Slope Safety – Do not leave the machine unattended while the tow vehicle is running. • Review the vehicle specifications to ensure that • Ensure that the machine is connected to the tow you do not exceed its slope capabilities. vehicle before loading. • Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control • Do not carry loads that exceed the load limits of and rollover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. The operator is responsible for safe slope operation.
Operating the Machine Supporting the Machine with the Optional Jack Important: Always read and understand the operator's manual for the traction unit before using the machine. Use the jack when the you remove the machine from the traction unit. 1. Remove the clevis pin. 2. Rotate the jack vertical (Figure 11). 1. Start the traction unit; refer to the traction unit operator’s manual. 2. Before adding material into hopper, drive the traction unit and topdresser to check that the belt moves smoothly.
Preparing for Cold Weather Operation to tip-overs. Use caution when transporting or topdressing with a full load. • Heavy loads increase stopping distance and reduce your ability to turn quickly without tipping over. Although limited by the traction of the drive tires, you may use the machine in cold weather. With certain limitations, you may use the machine to apply a salt/sand mixture on pavement for ice control.
Operating Tips inclines, or grades whenever possible. Do not drive across the face of a slope if possible. There is a risk of overturning the machine, which can result in serious injury or death. • The topdresser material application system is • • • • • ground driven, so you need to tow the machine to check the operation of the belt and brush. Top dressing works best when towing the machine 3.2 to 13 kph (2 to 8 mph).
the operating instructions in the Toro Workman or other traction unit operator's manual before using the topdresser. not exceed the 13 kph (8 mph) tow speed. This machine was not designed for travel on highways. Towing the machine faster than 24 kph (15 mph) will damage the internal hydraulic components. • Before servicing or making any adjustments to the After Operation top dresser: – Stop the traction unit and set the parking brake.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Maintenance Safety • Do not check or adjust the chain tension when the vehicle engine is running. • Before you leave the operator’s position, do the • Carefully release pressure from components with following: stored energy. – Park the machine on a level surface. • Support the machine with jack stands whenever – Shut off the machine. you work under the machine. – Engage the parking brake.
Pre-Maintenance Procedures Lubrication Preparing for Maintenance No. 2 lithium grease Grease Specification 1. Shut off the hand-control switch for the topdresser. 2. Move the machine to a level surface. 3. Set the parking brake of the traction unit, shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operator’s seat. Greasing the Bearings and Bushings Service Interval: Every 200 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) Raising the Machine 1.
Drive System Maintenance Checking the Tire Air Pressure Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Perform the steps in Preparing for Maintenance (page 20). 2. Check the tire air pressure. g012653 Figure 16 You should measure 138 to 207 kPa (20 to 30 psi) air pressure. Note: Do not lubricate the drive chains unless they become stiff from rust. If the chain rusts, lightly lubricate it with a dry-type lubricant.
3. Rotate motor sprocket assembly (Figure 17) until the wheel-drive chain deflects 3.2 mm (1/8 inch). Note: Access to chain is through cutout in lower side of axle cradle. Important: Do not overtension the chain or it will wear prematurely. Do not under-tension the chain or it will cause sprocket wear. 4. Tighten mounting bolts. Tensioning the Conveyor-Belt Chain 1. 2. g012660 Figure 19 Perform the steps in Preparing for Maintenance (page 20). 1.
Belt Maintenance Tensioning the Conveyor Belt When conveyor belt is adjusted properly, the compressed length of each compression spring should be 112 mm (4-7/16 inches). Adjust conveyor belt as follows: g012663 Figure 21 1. Belt-roller shafts 1. Empty the hopper. 2. Perform the steps in Preparing for Maintenance (page 20). 3. Loosen rear jam nut (Figure 20). 2. 895 mm (35-1/4 inches) Replacing the Conveyor Belt Preparing to Machine 1. Empty the hopper. 2.
Removing the Conveyer Chain 1. Disassembling the Slider Bed Remove chain cover (Figure 23). 1. Loosen forward and rear jam nuts on tension rod to release spring tension (Figure 25). g012667 Figure 25 1. Tension rods 2. Jam nut g012659 Figure 23 2. 1. Chain cover 2. At each side of machine, remove 2 capscrews, 2 washers, and 2 locknuts that secure the hopper to slider-frame rails (Figure 26). Remove master link from chain and remove chain from small sprocket (Figure 24).
g012671 Figure 29 1. Lifting rod 2. Capscrews (slider-frame rail) g012669 Figure 27 Removing the Belt 4. At the right side of machine, loosen 2 capscrews that secure slider-frame rail to the right fender (Figure 28). Ensure that the capscrews are loose enough to allow slider bed tip. Cut belt and remove it from rollers. Installing the Belt 1.
Assembling the Slider Bed 1. At the left side of machine, assemble the slider-frame rail to the left fender (Figure 30) with the 2 capscrews and 2 washers that you removed in Disassembling the Slider Bed (page 24), and tighten the capscrews. g012668 Figure 32 Right side shown 1. Capscrews (hopper mounting) 5. Tension the conveyer belt; refer to Tensioning the Conveyor Belt (page 23). Installing the Conveyer Chain 1. g012671 Figure 30 1. Lifting rod 2.
Hydraulic System Maintenance Hydraulic System Safety • Seek immediate medical attention if fluid is injected • • g012659 Figure 34 • • 1. Chain cover into skin. Injected fluid must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor. Ensure that all hydraulic-fluid hoses and lines are in good condition and all hydraulic connections and fittings are tight before applying pressure to the hydraulic system.
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g280778 Figure 36 1. Hydraulic filter g280774 2. Filter mount (hydraulic manifold) 3. Lubricate the gasket of the new filter with the specified hydraulic fluid; refer to Hydraulic Fluid Specifications (page 27). 4. Clean the filter-mounting area of the hydraulic manifold (Figure 36). 5. Thread the filter onto the filter mount until gasket manifold, then tighten filter one-half turn. 6. Tow machine to power the hydraulic system and check for hydraulic leaks.
Brush Maintenance Checking the Brush for Position and Wear Service Interval: Every 40 hours Brush must make enough contact with conveyor belt to disperse top-dressing material but not restrict the rotation of the brush. A piece of stiff paper can be inserted between the conveyor belt and the brush to check the adjustment. g012658 Figure 39 1. Insert a piece of stiff between the conveyor belt and the brush to check the adjustment. 1. Brush motor 2.
Cleaning Storage Washing the Machine Storage Safety • Thoroughly clean the machine, especially inside • Shut off the machine, remove the key (if equipped), and wait for all movement to stop before you leave the operator’s position. Allow the machine to cool before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it. the hopper. Clean the hopper and conveyor belt area free of any sand particles.
Troubleshooting Problem The control wires are difficult to connect or disconnect. The topdresser is hard to pull with the traction unit. The machine leaks hydraulic fluid. The conveyer belt and/or brush does not function. Possible Cause 1. The traction unit has the wrong connector. 1. Purchase an additional harness from your authorized Toro distributor. 2. The on/off connections are switched with brake wiring. 2. Correct the connections. 1. The wheel motors/pumps are not turning. 1.
Schematics g280721 Hydraulic Schematic 138-5972 (Rev.
g269551 Electrical Schematic 100-7687 (Rev.
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