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FORM NO. 3317–980GB
ProLine Mid-Size
16 HP
Traction Unit
Model No. 30180 – 590001 thru 690001 & UP
Operator's Manual
IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully. It contains information about your
safety and the safety of others. Also become familiar with the controls and
their proper use before you operate the product.
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- Page 1 FORM NO. 3317–980GB ProLine Mid-Size 16 HP Traction Unit Model No. 30180 – 590001 thru 690001 & UP Operator’s Manual IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully. It contains information about your safety and the safety of others. Also become familiar with the controls and their proper use before you operate the product.
- Page 2 Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product correctly. Reading this All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied manual will help you and others avoid personal injury with your new product, so feel free to contact your and damage to the product.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Page Page Parking Brake ..... . . Safety ....... . . Starting and Stopping the Engine . -
Page 4: Safety
Safety Safe Operation Practices for Preparation Ride-on (riding) Rotary While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the Lawnmower Machines equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Training Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects Read the instructions carefully. - Page 5 Safety Operation Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways. Do not operate the engine in a confined space Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can other than grass. collect. When using any attachments, never direct Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
- Page 6 Safety Sound Pressure 15. Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment This unit has an equivalent continous A-weighted before refuelling; sound pressure at the operator ear of: 100 dB(A), based on measurements of identical machines per before removing the grass catcher; ANSI B71.5–1984 procedure.
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Page 7: Slope Chart
Safety Slope Chart Read all safety instructions on pages 2–9. -
Page 9: Symbols Glossary
Safety Symbols Glossary Fire, open light & smoking Safety alert triangle– symbol within triangle prohibited indicates a hazard Fire or open flame Safety alert symbol Explosion Read operator’s manual Consult technical manual Do not dispose of lead for proper service procedures battery in garbage Shut off engine &... - Page 10 Safety Symbols Glossary Do not open or Machine rollover, riding mower remove safety shields while engine is running To operate machine on a Thrown or flying objects, slope, use with 16kg weight whole body exposure kit & operate with deck lowered Thrown or flying objects, whole body exposure Stop engine before...
- Page 11 Safety Symbols Glossary Power take off (PTO) Fast Engage Slow Decreasing/Increasing Disengage On/Run Traction drive Off/stop Forward Engine start Reverse Engine stop Neutral Choke First gear Brake system Second gear Parking brake Third gear Battery Fourth gear Fuel...
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Page 12: Gasoline And Oil
Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Stabilizer/Conditioner Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded to the gas. regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is Keeps gasoline fresh during storage not available. -
Page 13: Set-Up
Set-up Loose Parts Note: Use the chart below to verify all parts have been shipped. DESCRIPTION QTY. Upper Handle Flanged bolt 3/8–16 x 1” (26 mm) Install upper handle to frame Flange nut 3/8–16 R-clamp Secure throttle and choke cables Shift lever Shift lever mounting bracket Install shift lever to transmission... - Page 14 Install battery Battery pad Carriage bolt 5/16–18 x 3/4” (19 mm) Lock nut 5/16–18 Red battery cable-positive Terminal boot-red Black battery cable-negative Terminal boot-black Operator’s Manual Read before operating machine Parts catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro...
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Page 15: Mount Control Panel And Fuel Tank
Set-Up Mount Control Panel and Fuel Install Shift Lever Tank Align mounting block with flats of shaft on top of transmission and slide onto shaft (Fig. 3). Position control panel under bottom of rear frame (Fig. 1). Align fuel tank to top of rear Note: DO NOT remove rubber washer on frame (Fig. -
Page 16: Install Upper Handle
Set-Up Install Upper Handle Connect Throttle Cable Align upper handle mounting holes with desired Route throttle cable under fuel tank supports and mounting holes in rear frame (upper or lower set around right side of engine (Fig. 5). of holes) Move remote throttle control lever forward until Secure each side with (2) 3/8 –16 x 1”... -
Page 17: Connect Choke Cable
Set-Up Connect Choke Cable Remove lock nut from left rear engine mounting bolt. Secure negative, black, battery cable and ring terminal wire from clutch connector to left Route choke cable around right side of engine rear engine mounting bolt. Secure with lock nut (Fig. -
Page 18: Install Control Rods
Set-Up Install Control Rods If an adjustment to brake rods is required, remove hairpin cotter and washer securing brake rod fitting to idler bracket (Fig. 12). Thread a rod fitting onto each control rod approximately 2 in. (51 mm) (Fig. 10) or until upper control bar (Fig. -
Page 19: Install The Battery
Set-Up Install the Battery Mount battery holders to left rear corner or cutting unit carrier frame with (2) 3/8–16 x 1–3/4” bolts and lock nuts. Peel off backing from battery pads and affix pads to battery holder, positioning as shown (Fig. 13). 2145 Figure 13 Battery holder... -
Page 20: Activate The Battery
Set-Up Activate the Battery Bulk electrolyte with 1.260 specific gravity must be purchased from a local battery supply outlet. If already installed, remove the battery from the holder. POTENTIAL HAZARD Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid 1262 which is a deadly poison and it causes Figure 15 severe burns. - Page 21 Set-Up POTENTIAL HAZARD Charging battery produces gasses. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Battery gasses can explode. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Keep cigarettes, sparks and flames away from battery. When the battery is fully charged, disconnect the charger from the electrical outlet then from the negative and positive battery posts (Fig.
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Page 22: Operation
Operation Think Safety First Recoil Starter – Pull recoil Starter handle to start engine. Please carefully read all the safety instructions and Fuel Shut–off Valve – (Under fuel tank) Close fuel symbols in the safety section. Knowing this shut–off valve when transporting or storing mower. information could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury. -
Page 23: Parking Brake
Operation Parking Brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. Setting the Parking Brake Pull the upper control bar (Fig. 18) rearward and hold it in this position. Lift the parking brake lock (Fig. 18) up and gradually release the upper control bar. -
Page 24: Starting And Stopping The Engine
Operation Starting and Stopping the Engine Starting Make sure spark plug wire(s) are installed on spark plug(s) and fuel valve is open. Move the shift lever to neutral, set the parking brake and turn ignition key to RUN. 2130 Move the throttle control to CHOKE position Figure 19 before starting a cold engine. -
Page 25: Operating Mower Blade Control (Pto)
Operation Operating Mower Blade The Safety Interlock System Control (PTO) Understanding the Safety Interlock System The blade control switch (PTO) in conjunction with the blade control bail engages and disengages power The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the to the electric clutch and mower blades. -
Page 26: Driving Forward Or Backward
Operation Driving Forward or Backward Backward To go backward, move the shift lever to reverse The throttle control regulates the engine speed as gear. measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle control in the “FAST” position for best Release the parking brake: refer to Releasing the performance. -
Page 27: Maintenance
Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Service Operation Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Service Oil—check level Oil—change* Initial Safety System—check Brake—check Wheel Bearings—grease* Transmission Couplings—grease* Foam Air Cleaner—service* Paper Air Cleaner—replace* Spark Plug(s)—check Belts—check for wear/cracks Gasoline—drain Engine—clean outside Fuel Filter—replace Battery–Check electrolyte level Tires—check pressure Chipped Surfaces—paint... -
Page 28: Air Cleaner
Maintenance Air Cleaner Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements Foam Element Service Interval/Specification A. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 warm water. When the element is clean, operating hours. rinse it thoroughly. Paper Element: Replace after every 100 operating B. -
Page 29: Engine Oil
Maintenance Engine Oil Paper Element A. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to Service Interval/Specification remove dust and dirt (Fig. 24). Change oil: B. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and damage to the rubber seal. After the first 8 operating hours. - Page 30 Maintenance Checking Oil Level Changing/Draining Oil Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, warms the oil so it drains better. and turn the ignition key to “OFF”...
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Page 31: Spark Plug
Maintenance Spark Plug Checking the Spark Plug Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 28). Service Interval/Specification If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating Check the spark plug(s) after every 200 operating on the insulator usually means the air cleaner is hours. -
Page 32: Greasing And Lubrication
Maintenance Greasing and Lubrication Service Interval/Specification Grease the wheel bearings every 8 operating hours and the transmission couplers every 250 operating hours. Grease more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Grease Type: General-purpose grease. 2155 Figure 30 How to Grease Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to... -
Page 33: Brake
Maintenance Brake Adjusting the Brake The brake lever is on the upper control bar (Fig. 17). Always set the parking brake when you stop the If the parking brake does not hold securely, an machine or leave it unattended. If the parking brake adjustment is required. -
Page 34: Fuel Tank
Maintenance Fuel Tank Draining The Fuel Tank POTENTIAL HAZARD In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. 1717 WHAT CAN HAPPEN Figure 33 A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, others, and cause property damage. 1. Fuel shut-off valve 2. -
Page 35: Fuel Filter
Maintenance Fuel Filter Replacing the Drive Belt Service Interval/Specification Remove belt guard, not shown for clarity. Remove top capscrew securing idler support and Replace the fuel filter after every 100 operating hours idler bracket to rear frame (Fig. 35). or yearly, whichever occurs first. Loosen bottom two mounting screws enough to Replacing the Fuel Filter allow belt to pass between drive pulley and idler... -
Page 36: Replacing The Traction Belt
Maintenance Replacing the Traction Belt Adjusting the Electric Clutch Raise the front of the machine and hold with The clutch is adjustable to ensure proper engagement jack stands. Remove lower shield (4) bolts. and proper braking Disconnect in–line wire connector from wire To adjust clutch, tighten or loosen adjusting nuts harness to electric clutch. -
Page 37: Battery
Maintenance Battery Slowly pour distilled water into each battery cell until the level is up to the lower part of the tube (Fig. 37). Service Interval/Specification IMPORTANT: Do not overfill the battery Check the electrolyte level in the battery every 50 because electrolyte (sulfuric acid) can cause hours. -
Page 38: Wiring Diagram
Maintenance Wiring Diagram c 2323... -
Page 39: Cleaning And Storage
Maintenance Cleaning and Storage IMPORTANT: The battery must be fully charged to prevent it from freezing and being damaged at temperatures below 0 C (32 F). Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the A fully charged battery maintains its charge parking brake, and turn the ignition key to for about 50 days at temperatures lower than “OFF”... -
Page 40: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter does not rotate Blade control (PTO) is Move blade control (PTO) to ENGAGED. DISENGAGED. Electrical connections are Check electrical connections corroded or loose. for good contact. Fuse is blown. Replace fuse. Battery is dead. Charge battery. - Page 41 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine overheats. Engine load is excessive. Reduce ground speed. 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. are plugged.