Commercial walk-behind traction unit 18hp pistol-grip hydro drive (52 pages)
Summary of Contents for Toro 30070
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Form No. 3399-937 Rev A Commercial Walk-Behind Mower 16HP, T-Bar, Gear Drive with 91cm TURBO FORCE ® Cutting Unit Model No. 30070—Serial No. 316000001 and Up *3399-937* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product.
Safety ................4 Checking the Belts..........32 General Lawn Mower Safety ........4 Replacing the Traction-Drive Belt ......32 Toro Mower Safety ..........5 Replacing the Transmission Belt .......32 Sound Pressure ............5 Replacing the Mower Belt ........33 Sound Power ............6 Replacing the PTO-Drive Belt........33...
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to Toro designed and tested this mower for reasonably safe be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones and service; however, failure to comply with the following other foreign objects.
Toro Mower Safety – after striking a foreign object, inspect the lawn mower for damage and make repairs before restarting and The following list contains safety information specific to Toro operating the lawn mower. products and other safety information you must know.
Sound Power This unit has a guaranteed sound power level of 100 dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 1 dBA. The sound power level was determined according to the procedures outlined in ISO 11094. Vibration Level Hand-Arm Measured vibration level for right hand = 2.1 m/s Measured vibration level for left hand = 1.7 m/s Uncertainty Value (K) = 1.1 m/s Measured values were determined according to the procedures...
Slope Indicator G011841 Figure 3 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.
Safety and Instructional 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. Manufacturer's Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original 93-7818 machine manufacturer.
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104-8185 106-0636 1. Height-of-cut 3. Read the Operator's Manual for more information. 131-1180 2. Warning—power 1. Read the Operator's Manual. (A) Short, light grass; dry conditions; maximum dispersion; (B) Bagging setting; (C) Tall, dense grass; wet conditions; maximum ground speed 106-5517 1.
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110-4972 1. Fast 3. Slow 5. Engine—Start 7. Choke 2. Continuous variable setting 4. Engine—stop 6. Engage bale then pull out on the PTO to engage the blade. 114–3449 1. Thrown object 3. Cutting/dismemberment of hazard—keep bystanders hand or foot—stay away a safe distance from the from moving parts.
Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or fumes may be ignited by a spark. Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. • Store gasoline in an approved container and keep it out of the reach of children.
Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective DANGER when mixed with fresh gasoline. To minimize the chance In certain conditions during fueling, static of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel stabilizer electricity can be released, causing a spark that can at all times.
Using the Parking Brake vigorously to start the engine and allow the rope to recoil slowly. Stop on level ground, disengage drives, engage parking brake, Important: Do not pull recoil rope to its limit or shut off engine and remove key. Always set the parking brake let go of the starter handle when rope is pulled out when you stop the machine or leave it unattended.
2. Engage the blade by squeezing the blade-control bail The safety-interlock system is designed to stop the mower against the upper control bar (Figure blades if you release the blade-control bail. 3. Pull the power-take-off switch (PTO) up and release. Testing the Safety-Interlock System Hold the blade-control bail against the upper control bar while operating.
5. Drive the machine until the drive wheels contact the curb (Figure 11). 6. Lower the front of the machine (Figure 11). Note: Both drive wheels should contact the curb and the caster wheels should be straight. 7. At the same time engage the lower control bar and lift up on the lower handle to drive the machine over the curb (Figure 10...
Side Discharging or Mulching machine unattended; refer to Setting the Parking Brake (page 14). Remember to remove the key from the ignition switch. the Grass CAUTION This mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf. Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while it is DANGER...
Figure 14 1. Mower deck 4. Anti-scalp rollers 2. Bolt 5. Nut 3. Spacer Adjusting the Handle Height The handle position can be adjusted to match the operator's Figure 13 height preference. 1. Remove hairpin cotter, washer, and clevis pin securing 1.
Position B Using the Mid-Size Weight Use this position when bagging (Figure 19). • Remove all rear weight when you install a Tru–Track ® Sulky. • ® When a Tru–Track Sulky is installed, front weights are needed. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer for the correct quantity of weights and their placement.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 8 hours • Check the safety system. • Grease the caster wheels and caster pivot. •...
Lubricating the Caster and Wheel Bearings 1. Lubricate the front caster wheel bearings and front pivots (Figure 21). 2. Raise the rear of the machine and use jack stands to support the machine. 3. Remove the rear wheel and tire assemblies. 4.
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. Service Interval/Specification Important: Replace the foam element if it is torn or worn.
2. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. 3. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 4. Slide the drain hose over the oil drain valve. 5.
Changing the Oil Filter 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 (page 2. Remove the old filter (Figure 28). Figure 29 1. Spark-plug 4.
Checking the Spark Plugs Fuel System 1. Look at the center of the spark plugs (Figure 30). Maintenance Note: If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating on the Draining the Fuel Tank insulator usually means that the air cleaner is dirty.
Replacing the Fuel Filter Electrical System Maintenance Service Interval: Every 200 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) Never install a dirty filter if it is removed from the fuel line. Servicing the Fuse Note: Note how the fuel filter is installed. The electrical system is protected by a fuse. It requires no Note: Wipe up any spilled fuel.
Drive System Maintenance Adjusting the Control Bar 1. Check the gap between upper control bar and the fixed bar with the wheel drive fully engaged. Ensure that the gap is approximately 25-32 mm (1 to 1-1/4 inch) (Figure 34). Note: The upper control bar and fixed bar must be parallel when the upper control bar is in the engaged, Figure 35 drive, neutral, or brake position.
Replacing the Caster Wheel Fork Bushings The caster wheel forks are mounted in bushings pressed into the top and bottom of the carrier-frame-mounting-pivot tubes. To check the bushings, move the caster forks back and forth and side-to-side. If a caster fork is loose, the bushings are worn and must be replaced.
2. Tighten the locknuts until there is slight binding on the feeler gauge but it can be moved easily within the air gap (Figure 40). 3. Repeat this for the remaining slots. 4. Check each slot again and make slight adjustments until the feeler gauge between the rotor and armature with very slight contact between them.
Brake Maintenance Cooling System Maintenance Servicing the Brakes Cleaning the Air-Intake Screen Service Interval: Before each use or daily Check brakes on both a level surface and a slope. Before each use, remove any build-up of grass, dirt or other debris from the cylinder and cylinder head cooling fins, air Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine intake screen on flywheel end, and carburetor-governor...
Belt Maintenance Checking the Belts Service Interval: Every 50 hours/Monthly (whichever comes first) Look for dirt, wear, cracks and signs of overheating. Replacing the Traction-Drive Belt 1. Remove the plastic cover over the idler bracket. 2. Remove the top bolt securing the idler support and the idler bracket to the rear frame (Figure 42).
4. Remove the PTO-drive belt; refer to (page 4. Remove the belt cover with bolts. 5. Raise the front of the machine and hold it with jack 5. Remove the PTO-drive belt; refer to (page stands. 6. Disconnect the idler arm spring to relieve tension on 6.
5. Remove the heat shield from the engine deck and carrier frame. 6. Roll the belt off the center pulley on the mower deck (Figure 45). Use caution when removing the belt as tension will increase because of the spring loaded idler pulley.
2. Sail 4. Crack in the curved area and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with 2. Inspect the blades, especially the curved area (Figure safety standards.
Installing the Blades 1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Figure 49). Important: The sail part of the blade must be pointing upward, toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting (Figure 49). 2. Install the blade, stiffener, curved washer, and blade bolt (Figure 49).
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6. Loosen the carrier frame mounting bolts on both sides of the machine (Figure 52). 7. Align the carrier frame and engine deck to match 33 mm (1-5/16 inches) plus or minus a 6 mm (1/4 inch) at location A (Figure 52).
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Checking the Carrier Frame 5. Measure the carrier-frame height at location B (Figure 55). Front-to-Rear Pitch 6. If the carrier frame height is not the same move spacers The carrier frame must have a pitch between 3 mm (1/8 inch) from top or bottom of caster wheel, to make it level.
Checking the Mower Deck Front-to-Rear Pitch 1. Adjust the tire pressure in the rear tires to specifications; refer to Drive System Maintenance (page 28). 2. Position one blade front-to-rear. Measure at A and B locations from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blade tips (Figure 56).
Changing the Mower Deck 1. Remove the locknut, bolt, spring, and spacer holding the deflector to the pivot brackets (Figure 60). Side-to-Side Height Note: Remove the damaged or worn grass deflector. Changing the side-to-side height is done by adjusting the rear tire pressure and caster spacers.
Storage 13. Remove the key from the ignition switch and keep it in a memorable place. 14. Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean. Cleaning and Storage 1. Disengage the power take-off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the key. 2.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine does not start, starts hard, or 1. The fuel tank is empty. 1. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. fails to keep running. 2. The choke is not on. 2. Move the choke lever to the C HOKE position.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The blades do not rotate. 1. The drive belt is worn, loose, or broken. 1. Check the belt tension. 2. The drive belt is off the pulley. 2. Install the drive belt and check the adjusting shafts and belt guides for the correct position.
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Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or agreement between them, jointly promise to the original purchaser to repair workmanship, follow this procedure: the Toro Products listed below if defective in materials or workmanship.