Mid–size mower proline gear 15hp with 36" side discharge mower (40 pages)
Summary of Contents for Toro 30316
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Form No. 3354-436 Rev A Mid-Size Proline T-bar Gear 13hp with 32in Side Discharge Mower Model No. 30316—Serial No. 260000001 and Up Register your product at www.Toro.com Original Instructions (EN)
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, general information worthy of special attention. or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have Contents the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product.
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1 Installing the Handle Replacing the Caster Wheel Fork Assembly ......10 Bushings ......33 2 Installing the Fuel Tank and Shift Servicing the Caster Wheel and Lever Plate ......11 Bearings ......34 3 Checking and Adjusting the Shift Adjusting the Electric Clutch .....
Safety • Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Note: The addition of attachments made by other manufacturers that do not meet American – Use only an approved container National Standards Institute certification will cause –...
Stop blades The following list contains safety information if not mowing. specific to Toro products and other safety information you must know. • Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone.
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turn over if a wheel goes over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. • Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine. • Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.
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. 67-5360 54-0910 68-8340 REVERSE TRACTION DRIVE 82-2280 82-2280 54-9220 82-2290 66-1340 93-1159...
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Step Description Qty. Handle assembly Flanged bolt, (3/8 x 1 inch) Install the handle assembly. Flange nut, (3/8 inch) Fuel tank with studs installed Shift lever plate Bolt, (5/16 x 7/8 inch) Lock nut, (5/16 inch) Install the fuel tank and shift lever...
Figure 4 1. Rear frame 3. Gas tank 2. Shift lever plate Note: Remove the plastic cap from the fuel Figure 3 fitting before installing the fuel line. 1. Upper handle 5. Upper mounting hole 2. Rear frame 6. Lower mounting holes 3.
Step Installing the Control Rods Parts needed for this step: Control rods Cotter pin Clevis Pin Figure 10 Washer 1. Control rod and tting 5. Washer Hairpin cotter pin 2. 3-1/2 inch (89 mm) 6. Hairpin cotter pin 3. Idler bracket 7.
Safety Video Registration Card Procedure • Read the Operator’s Manual. • View the safety video. • Fill out the registration card and mail it in or register online at www.Toro.com. • Use the oil drain hose when changing the engine oil.
Product Overview Figure 12 1. Side discharge chute 4. Gas tank 2. Mower deck 5. Controls 3. Engine 6. Front caster wheel Figure 13 1. Blade control switch (PTO) 7. Lower control bar Controls 2. Parking brake 8. Ignition switch lever-released position 3.
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Important: Do not shift while unit is moving, as transmission damage may occur. Upper Control Bar Shift to the desired gear and push forward on the upper control bar to engage forward traction operation and pull back to brake forward movement.
Operation Adding Fuel In certain conditions during fueling, static electricity can be released causing a spark which can ignite the gasoline vapors. A fire Use Unleaded Regular Gasoline suitable for or explosion from gasoline can burn you and automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). others and can damage property.
• Cleans the engine while it runs • Eliminates gum-like varnish buildup in the fuel This machine produces sound levels in system, which causes hard starting excess of 85 dBA at the operator’s ear and Important: Do not use fuel additives can cause hearing loss through extended containing methanol or ethanol.
Releasing the Parking Brake 1. Pull rearward on the upper control bar. Lower the parking brake lock to the released position. 2. Gradually release the upper control bar (Figure 15). Starting and Stopping the Engine Starting the Engine 1. Make sure spark plug wire(s) are installed on spark plug(s) and fuel valve is open.
Figure 16 1. Throttle lever 2. Ignition key 4. Set the parking brake and remove key. Figure 17 5. Pull wire off spark plug(s) to prevent possibility 1. Upper control bar 3. Blade control switch (PTO) 2. Blade control bail of accidental starting before storing machine.
Testing the Safety Interlock System Test the safety interlock system before you use the machine each time. 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 in Operation, page 17.
Note: Lifting up on the lower handle will 4. Lift the front of the machine by pushing down on the lower handle (Figure 19). assist driving the machine up a curb and not spin the drive wheels. 5. Drive the machine until drive wheels contact the curb (Figure 19).
Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or complete grass catcher assembly mounted in place, you and others are exposed to blade contact and thrown debris. Contact with rotating mower blade(s) and thrown debris will cause injury or death. • Never remove the grass deflector from the mower because the grass deflector routes material down toward the turf.
2. Loosen the upper flange bolts (3/8 x 1 inch) and flange nut securing handle to rear frame (Figure 22). Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or complete grass catcher assembly mounted in place, you and others are exposed to blade contact and thrown debris. Contact with rotating mower blade(s) and thrown debris will cause injury or death.
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If a blade is Mow at Correct Intervals damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. Normally, mow every four days. But remember, grass grows at different rates at different times.
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 • Check the safety interlock system. • Grease the caster wheels and caster pivot. • Grease the spindle bearing. •...
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. Pump grease into the fittings until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings. 5.
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Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently Note: Excess oil in the foam element restricts (every few operating hours) if the operating the air flow through the element and may reach conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. the paper filter and clog it. Important: Replace the foam element Removing the Foam and Paper if it is torn or worn.
2. Place the air cleaner assembly onto the air cleaner base (Figure 26). 3. Install the air cleaner cover and secure with cover nuts (Figure 26). Servicing the Engine Oil Change the engine oil after every 100 operating hours. Note: Change the oil more frequently when the operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
Figure 31 1. Oil drain valve Figure 32 8. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the 1. Oil lter 3. Adapter 2. Gasket specified oil into the filler cap (Figure 30). 9. Check the oil level; refer to Checking the 4. Install the replacement oil filter to the filter Engine Oil Level in theEngine Maintenance, adapter.
Installing the Spark Plug(s) 1. Install the spark plug(s) and metal washer. Make sure the air gap is set correctly. 2. Tighten the spark plug(s) to 20 ft-lb (27 N·m). 3. Push the wire(s) onto the spark plug(s) (Figure 33). Fuel System Maintenance Servicing the Fuel Tank...
Figure 35 1. Fuel shut-off valve 2. Clamp Figure 36 1. Hose clamp 3. Filter Replacing the Fuel Filter 2. Fuel line Replace the fuel filter after every 200 operating 4. Remove the filter from the fuel lines. hours or yearly, whichever occurs first. 5.
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 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.
brake does not hold securely, an adjustment is required. Checking the Brakes 1. Park the machine on a level surface, 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.
1. Remove the top capscrew securing idler support and idler bracket to rear frame (Figure 44). Figure 44 1. Top capscrew 4. Bottom capscrew 2. Idler bracket 5. Traction drive belt Figure 43 3. Idler support 1. Hairpin cotter and washer 5.
cm) measured between the washer and the bushing, then back the front jam nuts off one turn (Figure 47). Important: Do not overtighten the jam nuts after the springs are fully compressed, as this can damage the drive belt. 9. Tighten the rear jam nuts (Figure 47). 10.
Toro replacement blades. A replacement blade made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards. 1. Hold the blade end using a rag or Figure 52 thickly-padded glove.
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1. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. mounting tube to the top to lower the front of the mower (Figure 54). 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for 5. Check the side-to-side setting of the mower all moving parts to stop before leaving the deck.
3. The difference between measurements A and B should be no more than 1/4 inch (6 mm). 4. To change the side-to-side leveling, move the thrust washers on one castor wheel fork only. Move the thrust washer(s) from the top of the carrier frame mounting tube to the bottom to raise the corresponding side of the mower.
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The grass deflector must be spring-loaded in the down position. Lift the deflector up to test that it snaps to the full down position. Figure 57 1. Spring 4. Front deector pivot post 2. Deector assembly 5. Locknut 3. Rear deector pivot post...
Storage Engine Maintenance, page 27. With the spark plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug Cleaning and Storage hole. Now use the starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside the cylinder. Install 1.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine will not start, starts 1. Fuel tank is empty. 1. Fill fuel tank with hard, or fails to keep gasoline. running. 2. Choke is not on. 2. Move the throttle lever to choke position. 3.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Machine does not drive. 1. Shift lever is in neutral. 1. Move shift lever to a drive gear position. 2. Traction belt is worn, 2. Change the belt. loose or broken. 3. Traction belt is off a 3.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Blade does not rotate. 1. Mower belt is worn, 1. Check the belt tension. loose or broken. 2. Mower belt is off pulley. 2. Install mower belt and check adjusting shafts and belt guides for correct position.
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The use of any add-on or modied parts will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim made in accordance with this article. The Toro® Company will not be liable under this Article to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of an add-on or modied part.
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(Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatised with your Distributor’s service or have difculty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.