Form No. 3379-834 Rev A Commercial Walk-Behind Traction Unit 18HP Pistol-Grip Hydro Drive Model No. 30069—Serial No. 314000001 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
This product complies with all relevant European directives, for details please see the separate product specific Declaration of Conformity (DOC) sheet. Introduction This rotary-blade, lawn mower is intended to be used by residential homeowners or professional, hired operators. It is designed primarily for cutting grass on well-maintained lawns on residential or commercial properties. It is not designed for cutting brush or for agricultural uses. Figure 2 1.
Contents Adjusting the Tracking ...........................................31 Adjusting the Spring Anchor Links ...........................31 Checking the Tyre Pressure ......................................32 Cooling System Maintenance ......................................32 Cleaning the Air Intake Screen..................................32 Brake Maintenance ....................................................33 Servicing the Brake .................................................33 Belt Maintenance ....
Preparation Safety • While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Improperly using or maintaining this mower can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions. • Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones and other foreign objects.
• • • • • • • • • • • Do not use pressure cleaning equipment on machine. – Always be sure of your footing on slopes. Never operate the lawnmower with damaged guards, or without safety devices, for example deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place. Use low throttle settings when engaging the traction-clutch, especially in high gears. Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent overturning or loss of control.
Sound Pressure for the 32 RD, 36 RD and 48 RD Vibration Level for the 48 RD The 32 RD has a sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 87 dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 2 dBA. Measured vibration level for right hand = 2.5 m/s2 Hand-Arm Measured vibration level for left hand = 3.1 m/s2 The 36 RD has a sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 87 dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 2 dBA. Uncertainty Value (K) = 1.
Slope Indicator G011841 Figure 4 This page may be copied for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can safely operate the machine on is 20 degrees. Use the slope chart to determine the degree of slope of hills before operating. Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 20 degrees. Fold along the appropriate line to match the recommended slope. 2. Align this edge with a vertical surface, a tree, building, fence pole, etc. 3. Example of how to compare slope with folded edge.
Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Keep safety signs clear and visible, replace any decal that is damaged or lost. 40-13–010 1. Cutting hazard of hand 2. Cutting hazard of foot 106-2733 1. Fast 2. Continuous variable setting 3. Slow 95-5537 106-5517 3. Pull back to disengage 1. Read the Operator's Manual for instructions on operating the cutting blade 1.
115-1039 1. Parking brake—disengaged 115-4212 2. Parking brake—engaged 1. Hydraulic oil level 3. Warning—do not touch the hot surface. 2. Read the Operator's Manual. 119-6672 1. Forward 10. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2. Neutral 11. Warning—do not operate this machine unless you are trained. 3. Reverse 12. Thrown object hazard—keep deflector in place. 4. To turn the machine right engage Neutral on the right handle 13.
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Use Qty. 1 No parts required – Check the fluids and tyre pressure. 2 Operator's Manual Engine Operator's Manual Operator training material Oil drain hose 1 1 1 1 Read the Operator's Manual and watch the operator training material before operating the machine. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Product Overview 4 3 2 1 5 6 G016076 Figure 5 1. Mower deck 2. Brake 3. Gas tank G016079 4. Controls 5. Handle 6. Caster wheel Figure 6 Controls Become familiar with all the controls (Figure 6) before you start the engine and operate the machine. 1. Throttle control 6. Operator Presence Control levers (OPC) 2. Speed control lever 7. Handle 3. Ignition switch 8. Drive Lever 4. Choke 9. Blade control knob (PTO) 5. Neutral lock 10.
Choke Operation Use the choke to start a cold engine. Adding Fuel Specifications • 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). Note: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
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.
Setting the Parking Brake Stopping the Engine Pull the parking brake lever rearward (Figure 8). Important: In an emergency, you can stop the engine immediately by turning the ignition key to the off position. 1 1. Move the drive levers to neutral and set the neutral locks. 2. Move the throttle lever to slow (Figure 9). 3. Disengage the blade control knob (PTO) and move the speed control lever to neutral. G016075 Figure 8 4. Let engine idle for 30 to 60 seconds before turning the engine off. 1.
Engaging the Mower Blades (PTO) 2. Place thumbs on the upper part of the locks and move them back until the pins are in the neutral position (Figure 10). 1. To engage blades, squeeze the Operator Presence Control (OPC) levers against handle grips (Figure 12). 2. Pull blade control knob (PTO) up. Hold the OPC levers against handle grip. Note: Releasing the OPC levers with the mower blades running will kill the engine. 3.
Understanding the Safety Interlock System Driving the Machine Forward and Backward The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the mower from starting unless: • The blade control knob (PTO) is pushed off. • The speed control lever is in neutral. The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured in RPM (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle control in the fast position for best mowing performance. Driving Forward The safety interlock system is designed to kill the engine when: 1.
Stopping the Machine 1. To stop the machine, squeeze the drive levers to neutral position and engage neutral locks. 2. Move speed control lever into neutral. 3. Stop the engine; refer to Stopping the Engine. 4. Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Set the parking brake. CAUTION Figure 14 Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while it is unattended. 1.
Figure 16 1. Top axle bolt 2. Lower axle bolt 7. Raise or lower the mounting bracket, so that you can install the 2 axle adjustment bolts in the desired hole location (Figure 16). A tapered punch can be used to help align the holes. 8. Tighten all 4 bolts. 9. Install drive wheels and lower the mower. Adjusting the Caster Position Figure 15 1. Blade 4. Spacer 2. Blade bolt 3. Curved washer 5. Thin washer 6. Nut 1.
Adjusting the Handle Height The handle position can be adjusted to match the operator's height preference. 1. Remove the hairpin cotter pins and clevis pins from the drive levers and neutral locks (Figure 18). Figure 19 Figure 18 1. Control rod 2. Clevis pin 5. Left handle shown 6. Neutral lock 3. Drive lever 7. Hairpin cotter pin 1. Control rod fitting 6. High position 2. Lower mounting holes 7. Lower position 3. Rear frame 8. Upper mounting hole 4. Lower flange bolt (3/8 x 1 inch) 9.
Height of Cut Chart Number of spacers below caster Number of 6 mm (1/4 inch) blade spacers below spindle 13mm (1/2 inch) 5mm (3/16 inch) 4 A 0 0 26 mm (1 inch) A 0 1 29 mm 35 mm 41 mm 48 mm 54 mm (1–1/8 inch) (1–3/8 inch) (1–5/8 inch) (1–7/8 inch) (2–1/8 inch) A 1 0 35 mm 41 mm 48 mm 54 mm 60 mm (1–3/8 inch) (1–5/8 inch) (1–7/8 inch) (2–1/8 inch) (2–3/8 inch) B 0 1 35 mm 41 mm 48 mm 54 mm 60 mm (1–3/8 inch) (1–5/8 inch) (1–7/8 inch) (2–1/8 inch) (2–3/8 inch) B 1 0 41 mm 48 mm 54 mm 6
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After the first 8 hours • • • • After the first 25 hours • Check the mower belt tension. Before each use or daily • • • • • • Change the engine oil. Check the mower belt tension. Check the hydraulic fluid level. Replace the hydraulic oil filter. Check the safety system.
Lubrication Use Figure 20 for locating the grease points on the machine. Grease with No. 2 general purpose lithium base or molybdenum base grease. How to Grease 1. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Clean the grease fittings with a rag. Make sure to scrape any paint off the front of the fitting(s). 4. Connect a grease gun to the fitting.
Engine Maintenance Cleaning the Foam Air Cleaner Element 1. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm water. When the element is clean, rinse it thoroughly. Servicing the Air Cleaner 2. Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth. Important: Replace the foam element if it is torn or worn. Service Interval/Specification Service Interval: Every 25 hours Servicing the Paper Air Cleaner Element Every 50 hours Every 200 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) 1. Do not clean the paper filter.
Servicing the Engine Oil 5. Unscrew the oil dipstick and wipe the end clean (Figure 23). Service Interval/Specification 6. Slide the oil dipstick fully into the filler tube, but do not thread onto tube (Figure 23). Service Interval: Before each use or daily After the first 8 hours Every 100 hours Every 200 hours—Change the oil filter. 7. Pull the dipstick out and look at the end. If the oil level is low, slowly pour only enough oil into the filler tube to raise the level to the Full mark.
Changing the Oil Filter 3. Disconnect the wires from the spark plugs (Figure 26). Note: Change the oil filter more frequently when the operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. 1. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing the Engine Oil. 2. Remove the old filter (Figure 25). 1 Figure 26 1. Spark-plug wire/spark plug Figure 25 1. Oil filter 4. Clean around the spark plugs to prevent dirt from falling into the engine and potentially causing damage. 2. Adapter 5.
Installing the Spark Plugs Fuel System Maintenance 1. Install the spark plugs and the metal washer. Ensure that the air gap is set correctly. 2. Tighten the spark plugs to 16 ft-lb (22 N-m). Servicing the Fuel Tank 3. Connect the wires to the spark plugs (Figure 27). 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. • Drain gasoline from the fuel tank when the engine is cold.
Servicing the Fuel Filter Drive System Maintenance Replacing the Fuel Filter Perform the following linkage adjustments when the machine needs maintenance. Perform steps Adjust the Speed Control Linkage through Adjusting the Tracking. If any adjustment is needed , do them in the order that they are listed. Service Interval: Every 200 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) Never install a dirty filter if it is removed from the fuel line.
4. Disengage the parking brake. 5. Start the engine and move the throttle ahead to the full throttle position. 6. Place the neutral locks in the full forward position and move the speed control lever to the medium speed position. 7. Hold OPC levers down. Note: Hold the OPC levers down whenever the speed control lever is out of the neutral position or the engine will kill. WARNING Electrical system will not perform proper safety shut off with Operator Presence Control (OPC) levers held down in place.
7. Place the speed control lever in the neutral position. WARNING Electrical system will not perform proper safety shut off with Operator Presence Control (OPC) levers held in place. • Make sure Operator Presence Control (OPC) levers are working when adjustment is completed. • Never operate this unit with Operator Presence Control (OPC) levers held in place. 8. Loosen the front adjusting nut on left hydro control linkage as shown in Figure 34. 9.
Note: Hold the OPC levers down whenever the speed control lever is out of the neutral position or the engine will kill. 3. Adjust the right side linkage by turning the quick track knob counterclockwise until the tyre begins to rotate forward (Figure 36). 4. Turn the knob clockwise 1/4 of a turn at a time. Then move the speed control forward and back to neutral. Repeat this until right wheel stops rotating forward (Figure 36). 5. Hold the OPC levers down. 14.
Adjusting the Control Rod 1. Adjust the rod length by releasing the drive lever and removing the hairpin cotter pin and clevis pin. Rotate the rod in the rod fitting (Figure 37). 2. Lengthen the control rod if the tyre is turning in reverse and shorten the rod if the tyre is turning forward. 3. Rotate the rod several turns if the tyre is rotating fast. Then, adjust the rod in 1/2 turn increments. 4. Place the clevis pin into the drive lever (Figure 37). Figure 38 1. Handle 5. Neutral position 2.
Cooling System Maintenance 3. For a heavier drive setting, relocate the spring anchor links to either the medium or heavy duty positions (Figure 40). The spring anchor links are attached to the upper rear corner of the hydro drive shields on the left and right sides of the machine.
Brake Maintenance yoke counterclockwise out of the yoke out to loosen the parking brake (Figure 42). Servicing the Brake Note: With the parking brake in the released position, the clearance between the tyre and the flat bar is approximately 6 mm (1/4 inch) (Figure 42). Before each use, check the parking brake for proper operation. 5. Secure the lower link to the lower brake lever with the hair pin cotter and the clevis pin (Figure 42).
Belt Maintenance Adjusting the Mower Belt Tension Checking the Belts Adjusting the Tension Service Interval: Every 50 hours/Monthly (whichever comes first) Service Interval: After the first 8 hours After the first 25 hours Check the belts for squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks and cracks are signs of a worn mower belt. Replace the mower belt if any of these conditions are evident.
Adjusting the PTO Engagement Linkage 6. If there is no adjustment left in the turnbuckle and the belt is still loose, position the rear idler pulley in the middle or front hole (Figure 45). Use the hole that will give the correct adjustment. 7. The PTO engagement linkage adjustment is located beneath the front left hand corner of the engine deck. When the idler pulley is moved the belt guide must be moved. Move the belt guide to the front position (Figure 45). 1.
Figure 48 1. Assist arm 2. Front assist arm stop 5. Assist arm link 6. Yoke 3. Rear assist arm stop 7. Hairpin cotter pin Figure 49 4. Turnbuckle 8. To adjust the assist arm link, remove the hairpin cotter pin from the assist arm (Figure 48). 9. Loosen the nut against the yoke (Figure 47). 10. Remove the assist arm link from the assist arm and rotate the link to adjust the length. 11. Install the assist arm link into the assist arm and secure it with the hairpin cotter pin (Figure 48). 12.
Hydraulic System Maintenance 8. Recheck the fluid level while the fluid is warm. If required, add fluid to the reservoir until it reaches the hot level of the baffle. Note: When the fluid is warm, the fluid level is at the top of the hot level of the baffle (Figure 50). Servicing the Hydraulic System 9. Install cap on filler neck. WARNING Checking the Hydraulic Fluid Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury.
2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Raise the rear of the machine up onto jack stands high enough to raise the drive wheels off the ground. 4. Check the hydraulic fluid level. 5. Start the engine and move the throttle control to the full throttle position. Move the speed control lever to the middle speed position and place the drive levers into the drive position.
Mower Deck Maintenance Checking the Hydraulic Lines Service Interval: Every 100 hours Check the hydraulic lines and hoses for leaks, loose fittings, kinked lines, loose mounting supports, wear, weather and chemical deterioration. Make necessary repairs before operating. Servicing the Cutting Blades To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blades sharp. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to keep extra blades on hand.
Removing the Blades Checking for Bent Blades 1. Rotate the blades until the ends face forward and backward (Figure 54). Replace the blades if you hit a solid object or if the blades are out of balance or bent. To ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards. 1. Hold the blade bolt with a wrench. 2.
Sharpening the Blades 5. Engage the blades. Ensure the blade brake pad no longer contacts the pulley groove. 1. Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both ends of the blade (Figure 57). Maintain the original angle. The blade retains its balance if the same amount of material is removed from both cutting edges. Figure 57 1. Sharpen at original angle 2. Check the balance of the blade by putting it on a blade balancer (Figure 58).
Storage 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the key. 2. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the entire machine, especially the engine. Clean dirt and chaff from the outside of the engine's cylinder head fins and blower housing. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Important: You can wash the machine with mild detergent and water. Do not pressure wash the machine.
Troubleshooting Problem Engine will not start, starts hard, or fails to keep running. Possible Cause 1. Fuel tank is empty. 1. Fill fuel tank with gasoline. 2. Fuel shut off valve is closed. 3. Choke is not on. 4. Air cleaner is dirty. 2. Open the fuel shut off valve. 3. Apply the choke. 4. Clean or replace the air cleaner element. 5. Install wire on spark plug. 5. Spark plug wire is loose or disconnected. 6. Spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the gap is incorrect. 7. Dirt in the fuel filter. 8.
Problem Blades do not rotate. Possible Cause Corrective Action 1. Mower deck belt is worn or loose. 1. Check the belt tension. 2. Mower deck belt is broken. 3. Mower deck belt is off pulley. 2. Install new deck belt. 3. Inspect the belt and replace if damaged. Check the pulleys and idlers and adjust the belt tension. 4. Replace the spring. 4. Broken or missing idler spring.
Schematics G0161 12 Electrical Schematic (Rev. A) Hydraulic Schematic (Rev.
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