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Form No. 3327–148 Mid–Size Mower ProLine T-Bar Gear 12.5 HP with 92 cm Side Discharge Mower Model No. 30261TE—Serial No. 230000001 and Up Operator’s Manual English (GB)
To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions. – Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely. Toro designed and tested this lawn mower for reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply with the following Preparation instructions may result in personal injury.
Before using, always visually inspect to see that Stop the blades if the lawn mower has to be tilted for guards, and safety devices, such as deflectors and/or transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass and grass catchers, are in place and working correctly. when transporting the lawn mower to and from the area to be mowed.
To ensure the best performance and safety, purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Do not use will fit parts and accessories; they may cause a safety hazard.
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. 93-7010 1. Thrown object hazard—stay a safe distance from the machine. 2.
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98-4387 1. Warning—wear hearing protection. 93-7818 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for instructions on torquing the blade bolt/nut to 115–149 N m (85–110 ft.-lb.). 104-8185 93-7828 1. Thrown object hazard, mower—do not operate the mower with the deflector up or removed; keep the deflector in place. 2.
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106-5500 1. Choke 3. Continuous variable setting 5. Engine—stop 7. Move the control bar to the handle, then pull the knob. 2. Fast 4. Slow 6. Engine—start 106-5519 1. Cutting/dismemberment 2. Warning—stop the engine 4. Thrown object hazard—keep 5. Thrown object hazard, hazard of hand or foot, before leaving the machine.
Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Warning Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not Long–term exposure to vapors can cause serious available.
Installing the control rods Hairpin cotter pin Installing the hairpin cotter pins and Hairpin cotter pin washers Operator’s Manual Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Read before operating machine Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro...
Parts needed for this step: Parts needed for this step: 1 Upper handle 1 Fuel tank 4 Flange bolts, 3/8 x 1 inch 1 Shift lever plate 4 Flange nuts, 3/8 inch 2 Bolts, 5/16 x 7/8 inch 2 Lock washers, 5/16 inch Installing the Upper Handle 2 Flat washers, 5/16 inch 1.
m–6504 Figure 4 No parts needed for this step. 1. Fuel line 3. Fuel tank connection 2. Clamp Adjusting the Shift Lever Plate 5. Secure the right side shift lever plate and fuel tank to 1. Shift lever to second gear and check alignment of the rear frame (Fig.
Note: Tighten the left side of the shift lever plate until it is completely tight and then unscrew the locknut one full turn. This will allow the spring to work. Parts needed for this step: 2 Clevis pins Rear View 2 Washers 2 Hairpin cotter pins Installing the Control Rods...
Parts needed for this step: 2 Hairpin cotter pins m–6443 Installing the Hairpin Cotter Figure 9 Pins and Washers 1. Control rod 5. 1 to 1–1/4 inch (25–32mm) gap 2. Fixed control bar Spare height–of–cut spacers may be stored on posts and 6.
Operation Upper Control Bar – Shift to desired gear and push forward on control bar to engage forward traction operation and pull back to brake. Pull right side of control Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine bar to turn right and left side to turn left.
Stopping the Engine 2. Lift the parking brake lock (Fig. 14) up and gradually release the upper control bar. The brake lock should 1. Move the throttle lever to slow (Fig. 15). stay in the set (locked) position. 2. Let engine idle for 30 to 60 seconds before turning the ignition key to off.
Note: If the safety system does not operate as described below, have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately. 1. Set the parking brake and start the engine; refer to Starting and Stopping the Engine, page 19. 2. Squeeze the blade control bail against upper control bar.
5. Drive machine until drive wheels contact curb (Fig. 18). 6. Lower the front of the machine (Fig. 18). Note: Both drive wheels should contact the curb and caster wheels straight. 7. At the same time engage lower control bar and lift up on handle to drive over the curb (Fig.
Adjusting the Height-of-Cut Caution The height-of-cut can be adjusted from 1 to 4-1/2 inch (25 to 114 mm) in 1/4 inch (6 mm) Children or bystanders may be injured if they increments. Adjustment is done by relocating four hairpin move or attempt to operate the machine while it is cotter pins in different hole location and by adding or unattended.
Adjusting the Center Gage Wheels The gage wheels need to be adjusted in the proper hole location for each height-of-cut position. There needs to be 3/8 inch (10 mm) clearance above the ground. 1. After adjusting height-of-cut, check the gage wheels so that there is a minimum of 3/8 inch (10 mm) clearance above the ground (Fig.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Oil—check level Safety System—check Each Use Brake—check Engine—clean outside Mower Housing—clean After first 8 hours Oil—change Mower Housing—clean Caster Wheels—grease 8 Hours...
Servicing the Air Cleaner Important Replace the foam element if it is torn or worn. Service Interval/Specification Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 operating hours. Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó...
Servicing the Engine Oil Service Interval/Specification Change oil: After the first 8 operating hours. After every 50 operating hours. Note: Change oil more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SE/CC, CD or Figure 25 Crankcase Capacity: with filter change, 54 oz.
9. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil, Make sure the air gap between the center and side page 26, into the filler tube (Fig. 25). electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug. Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing the spark 10.
Lubricating the Caster and Wheel Bearings 1. Lubricate the front wheel bearings and front spindles until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings 0.025 inch (Fig. 30). (0.65 mm) 2. Raise the rear of the machine and use jack stands to support the machine.
Greasing the PTO Drive Belt Idler 1. Grease the fitting on the PTO belt idler arm pivot (Fig. 32). m–6367 Figure 33 1. Rear Tire 2. Caster tire Servicing the Fuse Service Interval/Specification m–5247 The electrical system is protected by a fuse. It requires no Figure 32 maintenance.
Checking the Brakes 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the PTO. 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Apply the parking brake. The wheels must lock when you try to push the machine forward.
Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty. Refer to Replacing the Fuel Filter; page 31. 5. Install the fuel line onto the valve. Slide the hose clamp close to the valve to secure the fuel line. m–2600 Figure 36 1.
Blades must be replaced if a solid object is hit, if the blade is out of balance or is bent. To ensure optimum m–1855 performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine TORO replacement blades. Figure 44 Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may 1. Blade 2.
Checking Engine Deck Height 5. Set the height-of-cut to the 4 inch (101.6 mm) position. Refer to Adjusting the Height-Of-Cut in the 1. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. Operation section. 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all 6.
Checking the Deck 24 in. Front-to-Rear Pitch (61cm) 1. Check the tire pressure on both deck and traction unit. 2. Position one blade front-to-rear (Fig. 49). Measure at C and D locations (Fig. 49) from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blade tips (Fig.
7. Tighten the bottom two mounting screws enough to Front allow the belt to pass between the drive pulley and idler support (Fig. 56). 8. Install belt guard, not shown for clarity. m–1078 Figure 54 m–1722 Figure 56 1. Top capscrew 4.
11. Reinstall the belt covers onto the cutting unit, then reinstall and tighten the screws. 12. Reinstall the carrier frame cover onto the cutting unit, then reinstall and tighten the hand screws. m–6372 Figure 60 1. Locking Pin 3. Carrier frame mounting tube 2.
Caster Wheel and Bearings Replacing the Grass Deflector Service Warning The caster wheels rotate on a roller bearing supported by a spanner bushing. If the bearing is kept well lubricated, An uncovered discharge opening could allow the wear will be minimal. Failure to keep the bearing well lubricated will cause rapid wear.
Cleaning and Storage A. Run engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking B. Stop engine, allow to cool and drain the fuel tank; brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the refer to Fuel Tank, page 31, or operate engine until key.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine loses power. Engine load is excessive. Reduce ground speed. Air cleaner is dirty. Clean air cleaner element. Oil level in crankcase is low. Add oil to crankcase. Cooling fins and air passages Remove obstruction from under engine blower housing cooling fins and air passages.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Uneven cutting height. 1. Blade(s) not sharp. 1. Sharpen blade(s). 2. Cutting blade(s) is/are bent. 2. Install new cutting blade(s). 3. Mower is not level. 3. Level mower from side-to-side and front-to-rear. 4. Underside of mower is dirty. 4.