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FORM NO. 3318–902GB Rev. A ProLine 20 HP Traction Unit Model No. 30611 – 790001 & 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...
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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.
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.
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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.
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Safety Sound Pressure 15. Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment This unit has an equivalent continuos A-weighted before refuelling; sound pressure at the operator ear of: 88 dB(A), based on measurements of identical machines per ANSI before removing the grass catcher; B71.5–1984 procedure.
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 &...
Safety Symbols Glossary Do not open or Stored energy hazard, remove safety shields kickback or upward motion while engine is running Thrown or flying objects, Waite until all machine whole body exposure components have completely stopped before touching them Thrown or flying objects, whole body exposure Machine rollover, riding mower...
Safety Symbols Glossary Fast Engine Oil Slow Battery Decreasing/Increasing On/Run Gas Tank Level Off/stop Lock Engine start Power take off (PTO) Engine stop Engage Choke Disengage Brake system Attachmant Raise Parking brake Attachment Lower...
Set-Up Activate the Battery Remove filler caps from the battery. Slowly pour electrolyte into each cell until the electrolyte level is up to the lower part of the tube (Fig. 4). 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.
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. Figure 6 When the battery is fully charged, disconnect the charger from the electrical outlet then from the 1.
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.
Operation Think Safety First Stopping Move the throttle lever to “SLOW” (Fig. 7). Please carefully read all the safety instructions and symbols in the safety section. Knowing this Note: If the engine has been working hard or information could help you, your family, pets or is hot, let it idle for a minute before bystanders avoid injury.
Operation Operating the Power Take Off Forward (PTO) To go forward, place your foot on the traction pedal (Fig. 8). The power take off (PTO) switch engages and Release the parking brake. disengages power to the electric clutch. Slowly press on the upper pad of the traction pedal to move forward (Fig.
Operation Parking Brake Implement Lift Lever Always set the parking brake when you stop the The implement lift lever (Fig. 9) is used to raise and machine or leave it unattended. lower various attachments. Setting the Parking Brake Raising Attachments Release pressure on the traction pedal to stop Remove pressure from traction pedal to stop the movement.
In an emergency, the traction unit can be pushed or and start the engine. While the engine is running, towed for a very short distance. Toro does not engage the power take off (PTO) and rise recommend this as standard procedure.
Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Service Operation Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Service Oil—check level Oil—change* Initial Oil Filter–change* (100 hours, every other oil change) Safety System—check Brake—check Engine—clean outside and cooling fins Bearings\Bushings—grease* Air Filter—clean dust cup* Paper Air Cleaner—clean* Spark Plug(s)—check Belts—check for wear/cracks Fuel Filter—replace...
Maintenance Air Cleaner Dump dirt out of the dust cup. After cleaning cup and baffle, reinstall both parts with TOP of dust cup up (Fig. 11). General Air Cleaner Maintenance To prevent possible severe engine damage and ensure maximum engine service life, periodically inspect the air cleaner and hose assembly.
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“OFF” to stop the engine. Remove the key. Clean filter element by washing in a solution of filter cleaner (Toro Part No. 27-7220, available Clean around the air cleaner to prevent dirt from from Toro) and water.
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Maintenance Cleaning the Filter Element - Compressed Cleaning Engine Air Filter Air Method Remove wing nut on top of engine air filter cover. Remove foam pre-cleaner from engine air IMPORTANT: Replace filter if damage is filter. evident. Place bright light inside filter element. Note: Compressed air is recommended when element must be used immediately...
Maintenance Engine Oil Checking Oil Level Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Service Interval/Specification the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the Change oil: engine. Remove the key. After the first 8 operating hours.
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Maintenance Changing/Draining Oil Change Oil Filter Service Interval/Specification Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This warms the oil so it drains better. Replace the oil filter every 100 hours or every other Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly oil change.
Maintenance Spark Plug Rotate tank and set in hood to prevent fuel spilling. Service Interval/Specification Push out plastic cover from access hole in plate between engine and gas tank. Check the spark plug(s) after every 200 operating hours. Make sure the air gap between the center and Pull the wire(s) off the spark plug(s).
Maintenance Greasing and Lubrication Service Interval/Specification 1 mm Grease all bearings and bushings every 25 operating (0.040 in.) hours. Grease more frequently (daily) when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Grease Type: General-purpose lithium base grease. How to Grease Figure 18 Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the 1.
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Maintenance Lubricate spindles, steering shaft and pivot Lubricate the traction pedal bushings with a few (Fig. 20). drops of SAE 10W–30 oil or dry spray lube and the steering shaft (Fig. 22). Figure 22 Figure 20 Lubricate the axle bearings (Fig. 21). Once a year, grease front wheel hub to prevent the formation of rust and to simplify future wheel removal.
Maintenance Brake Adjust the Brake If drive wheels do not rotate freely when brake lever Always set the parking brake when you stop the is in the OFF position, or brake does not hold when machine or leave it unattended. If the parking brake lever is in the ON position, an adjustment is required.
Maintenance Fuel Filter Tire Pressure Service Interval/Specification Service Interval/Specification Replace the fuel filter after every 100 operating hours Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as or yearly, whichever occurs first. specified. Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 50 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs first (Fig.
Maintenance Adjust Belts Replace Belts If belt slippage occurs, idler pulleys must be adjusted To replace traction or jackshaft belt, use the following to increase belt tension. procedures and belt routing diagram (Fig. 27). Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the Clutch anchor bolt must be removed, and clutch parking brake, and turn the ignition key to unplugged from wire harness before traction...
Maintenance Adjust Lift Cylinder and Start engine and raise lift arms (cutting unit) until lift cylinder is fully retracted and lift Counterbalance Springs (cutting unit) is fully raised. Check distance between clevis pin and bottom Start engine and lower lift arms (cutting unit) hooks of springs (Fig.
Maintenance Adjust Transmission Neutral Stop engine and tighten lock nut to secure adjustment (Fig. 30). The machine must not creep when traction pedal is Start engine and check adjustment. Repeat released. If it does creep, an adjustment is required. adjustment, if necessary. Park machine on a level surface, lower cutting Stop engine.
Maintenance Check Hydraulic System Fluid Change Hydraulic System Oil The hydraulic system is designed to operate on SAE The hydraulic system oil must be changed after every 10W–30 engine oil or, as a substitute, SAE 10W–40 250 hours of operation or yearly, whichever comes engine oil.
The intervals are: initially, after the first 5 hours of operation, and thereafter every 250 hours of operation or yearly, whichever comes first. Use a genuine TORO oil filter for replacement. Remove hydraulic oil filter from mounting head. Use bottom type filter wrench (Fig. 33). Dispose of filter properly.
Maintenance Change Front Axle Oil Battery Service Interval/Specification After every 500 hours of operation, change oil in the front axle. Check the electrolyte level in the battery every 50 Run machine before changing oil to warm oil. hours. Always keep the battery clean and fully Warm oil flows more freely and carries more charged.
(Fig. 36). Prevent corrosion of wiring terminals by applying Grafo 112X (Skin-over) grease, Toro Part No. IMPORTANT: Do not overfill the battery 505-47, to the inside of all harness connectors because electrolyte (sulfuric acid) can cause whenever the harness is replaced.
Maintenance Wiring Diagram IGNITION SWITCH CIRCUITRY B+S+I DIODE MODULE START A+B+I OPEN CONNECTOR CLUTCH GREY WHITE BLACK BLACK ENGINE CONNECTOR HOUR GREEN TO MAGNETO METER BLACK RELAY BLUE TO REGULA- PTO SWITCH CIRCUITRY BLUE BLUE A + B C + D BROWN VIOLET TO STARTER...
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”...
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter does not rotate. Power take off (PTO) switch Move (PTO) switch to is ENGAGED. DISENGAGED. Traction control pedal is not in Move traction control pedal to neutral. neutral position. Electrical connections are Check electrical connections corroded or loose.
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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.