Form No. 3326-444 Twister Utility Vehicle Model No.
Warning Pre-Starting Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stopping the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parking the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cargo Bed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tailgate Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transporting the Vehicle . . .
This manual uses two other words to highlight information. Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note: emphasizes general information worthy of special attention. Introduction Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly. The information in this manual can help you and others avoid injury and product damage. Although Toro designs and produces safe products, you are responsible for operating the product properly and safely.
• Always watch out for and avoid low overhangs such as tree limbs, door jambs, and over-head walkways. Make sure there is enough room over head to easily clear the vehicle and your head. • Always wear substantial shoes. Do not operate the machine while wearing sandals, tennis shoes, or sneakers. Do not wear loose fitting clothing or jewelry which could get caught in moving parts and cause personal injury.
• Before getting off of the seat: These extra cautions need to be taken when operating the vehicle on a hill: A. Stop the movement of the machine. • Slow down before starting up or down a hill. B. Set the parking brake. • If the engine stalls or you begin to lose headway while climbing a hill, gradually apply the brakes and slowly back straight down the hill. C. Turn the ignition key to OFF. D. Remove the key from the ignition. • Turning while traveling up or down hills can be dangerous.
• Be aware that heavy loads increase your stopping distance and reduce your ability to turn quickly without tipping over. Loading and Dumping The weight and position of the cargo and passenger can change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle handling. To avoid loss of control and personal injury, follow these guidelines: • The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes only, not for passengers.
Slope Chart ALIGN THIS EDGE WITH A VERTICAL SURFACE (TREE, BUILDING, FENCEPOST, POLE, ETC.) FOLD ALONG APPROPRIATE LINE. EXAMPLE: COMPARE SLOPE WITH FOLDED EDGE.
Safety and Instruction 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 lost. 99-7346 1. Parking brake 2. Parking brake on 3. Parking brake off 99-7952 1. Choke 2. Reverse 3. Neutral 4. Forward 99-7350 1. Maximum tongue weight is 50 lb. (23 kg) 99-7349 1. Unlock cargo bed 2. Maximum trailer weight is 400 lb. (181 kg) 2. Lock cargo bed 99-7954 1. Danger—read the operator’s manual. 2.
99-7345 1. 2. 3. 4. 104-6856 Danger—read the operator’s manual. Hot surface hazard—keep hands away. Entanglement hazard—stay away from moving parts. Crushing hazard—use the prop rod to support the cargo bed. 1. Read the operator’s manual for further instructions. 2. The maximum combined operator and passenger weight should not exceed 400 lb. (181 kg). 3. The maximum cargo weight should not exceed 1000 lb. (454 kg). 4. The base weight of the vehicle is 1000 lb. (454 kg). 5.
99-7344 1. Danger—read the operator’s manual. 2. Fuel is flammable. Stop the engine before adding fuel. 3. Tipping hazard—do not drive across slopes that are greater than 15 degrees or up slopes greater than 12 degrees. Reduce speed when turning, carrying heavy loads, or driving on rough terrain. Keep the engine speed under 16 MPH (26 km/h). 4. Passengers are at risk of falling from the vehicle. Do not carry passengers in the cargo bed. Keep arms and legs inside of the vehicle at all times.
Setup Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Loose Parts Description Qty. Use Key 2 Use in ignition. Operator’s Manual 1 Read before operating the machine. Engine Operator’s Manual 1 Read before operating the machine. Operator Video 1 Watch before operating the machine. Registration Card 1 Complete and return to Toro.
Danger 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. 1 • Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area, when the engine is cold. Wipe up any gasoline that spills. • Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Add gasoline to the fuel tank until the level is to 1 in. (25 mm) below the bottom of the filler neck. This empty space in the tank allows gasoline to expand.
Brake Pedal The brake pedal is used to stop or slow the vehicle (Fig. 4). Caution 1 Brakes can become worn or can be misadjusted resulting in personal injury. If brake pedal travels to within 1 in. of the vehicle floor board, the brakes must be adjusted or repaired. 2 m–5371 Figure 5 Parking Brake 1. Choke The parking brake is a small plate at the top of the brake pedal (Fig. 4).
Power Point Passenger Hand Holds The power point is used to power 12 volt, optional electrical accessories (Fig. 6). The passenger hand holds are located on the right side of the dash panel and at the outside of each seat (Fig. 8). 3 4 2 1 m–4887 2 1 5 Figure 8 m–4885 1. Passenger hand hold Figure 6 1. Ignition switch 2. Hour meter 3. Light switch 2. Hip restraint 4. Oil light 5. Power point Pre-Starting Checks Safe operation begins before taking the vehicle out for a day’s work.
3. Raise the bed to its full height; then lower it slightly to engage the prop rod (Fig. 10). 4. After the engine starts and warms up, slowly return the choke knob to the Off position. If the engine stalls or hesitates, pull the Choke out for a few seconds. Then move it back to Off. 5. Slowly step on the accelerator pedal. Note: The parking brake will automatically disengage when the accelerator pedal is depressed. 1 Important Do not attempt to push or tow the vehicle to get it started.
2. To close the tailgate latches, lift the handles upward and slide them toward the outside of the vehicle. 3. Push the latch handles downward to secure the latch and tailgate. New Vehicle Break-In To provide proper performance and long vehicle life, follow these guidelines for the first 100 operating hours. • Check the fluid and engine oil levels regularly and be alert for indications of overheating in any component of the vehicle.
Towing the Vehicle Trailer Towing In case of an emergency, the vehicle can be towed for a short distance. However, we do not recommend this as a standard procedure. The vehicle is capable of pulling trailers. Two types of tow hitches are available for the vehicle, depending on your application. Contact your Authorized Toro Dealer for details. Warning When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not overload your vehicle or trailer.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Interval After first 8 hours Every 8 hours After first 20 hours Maintenance Procedure • Change the engine oil. • Check the drive belt tension. • Check the engine oil. • Check the tire pressure. • Check the front wheel toe-in at the proper ride height. Every 50 hours • Check the battery fluid level. • Check the battery cable connections.
Warning The bed must be raised to perform some routine maintenance. The bed could fall and injure persons that are underneath it. • Always use prop rod to hold bed up before working under raised bed. • Remove any load material from bed before working under raised bed. 1 Figure 14 Heavy Duty Operation 1. Front jacking point Important If vehicle is subjected to conditions listed below, maintenance should be performed twice as frequently.
6. Start the engine and shift into Forward, Reverse, and Neutral to ensure that the neutral bracket is operating properly. Viscosity: See the table below USE THESE SAE VISCOSITY OILS 2 1 –20 °F 0 –30 °C –20 20 –10 40 0 60 10 80 20 100 30 40 Checking the Oil Level To check the oil level, refer to Check the Crankcase Oil, page 12. Figure 16 1. Neutral bracket 2. Locknuts Changing and Draining the Oil 1. Start the vehicle and let it run for a few minutes to warm the oil.
Changing the Oil Filter 3. Release the latches securing the air cleaner cover to the air cleaner body. Separate the cover from the body. Clean the inside of the air cleaner cover (Fig. 18). Replace the oil filter every 100 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first. 1. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing/Draining Oil, page 21. 2. Remove the existing oil filter (Fig. 17). Apply a light coat of clean oil to the new filter gasket. 3.
2. Compressed air method: A. Blow compressed air from the inside to the outside of the dry filter element. Keep the air hose nozzle at least 2 inches from the filter and move the nozzle up and down while rotating the filter element. Important To prevent damage to the filter element, do not exceed 100 psi air pressure. B. Inspect the filter element for holes and tears by looking through the filter toward a bright light.
Servicing the Brakes Check the wheels to ensure that they are mounted securely. Torque the front bolts to 135–165 ft-lb. and the rear lug nuts to 45–65 ft-lb. Inspecting the Brakes Brakes are a critical safety component of the vehicle. As with all safety components, they should be closely inspected at regular intervals to ensure optimum performance and safety. The following inspections should be done every 100 hours: Adjusting the Front Suspension • Inspect the brake shoes for wear or damage.
Servicing the Drive Belt Adjusting Front Wheel Toe-In Service Interval/Specification Check the front wheel toe-in after every 100 operating hours or annually, whichever occurs first. Check condition and tension of drive belt after first day of operation and every 200 operating hours thereafter. 1. Ensure that the distance from the bottom of the tongue to the ground is 9-1/2 to 10-1/4 in. (24.1 to 26 cm) when the tires are inflated to 12 psi (83 kPa); refer to Adjusting the Front Suspension, page 24.
Servicing the Fuel System Spark Plugs Fuel Lines and Connections Service Interval/Specification Check lines and connections every 400 hours or yearly, whichever occurs first. Inspect for deterioration, damage, or loose connections. Replace the spark plugs after every 800 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first, to ensure proper engine performance and reduce the exhaust emission level. Type: Champion RC 12YC (or equivalent) Replacing the Fuel Filter Air Gap: 0.030 in. (0.
Changing the Transaxle Fluid Replacing the Fuses Change transaxle fluid every 800 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first. There are 4 fuses in the electrical system. They are located beneath the bed in a box on the right hand side of the frame (Fig. 31). 1. Position the vehicle on a level surface, set the parking brake, turn the ignition off, and remove the key. 2. Remove the drain plug from the right side of the reservoir (Fig. 29) and let the fluid flow into a drain pan.
4. Push the replacement lamp assembly onto the wire harness. Warning 5. Reach beneath the dash and align the three tabs on the lamp assembly with the slots in the reflector (Fig. 32). Insert the lamp assembly into the reflector and rotate it 1/4 turn clockwise until it stops. Battery terminals or metal tools could short against metal vehicle components, causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury.
Adding Water to the Battery Washing the Vehicle The best time to add distilled water to the battery is just before you operate the machine. This lets the water mix thoroughly with the electrolyte solution. The vehicle should be washed as needed. Use water alone or with a mild detergent. A rag may be used, however the hood will loose some of its luster. 1. Clean the top of the battery with a paper towel. Important Pressurized water is not recommended when washing the machine.
(–) (+) W/BU LOW OIL PRESSURE 2 5 OR 30 P3–3 P3–1 F7 BK W/BU F6 Y A –M FUEL SOL.
The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee Consumer Vehicles A One-Year Limited Warranty Conditions and Products Covered Items and Conditions Not Covered The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair any Toro Product used for residential or commercial use if defective in materials or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase.
