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Form No. 3427-232 Rev D MH-400SH2 and MH-400EH2 Material Handler Model No. 44931—Serial No. 403350001 and Up Model No. 44954—Serial No. 403350001 and Up *3427-232* D Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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Handheld: Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service RF2CAN: Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 Korea Electromagnetic Compatibility Certification(Decal identifies the location of the model and serial numbers provided in separate kit) on the product.
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g234791 Figure 1 1. Model and serial number location Model No. Serial No. This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety messages identified by the safety-alert symbol (Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
Safety • Keep the machine away from bystanders while it is moving. • Keep children out of the operating area. Never General Safety allow children to operate the machine. • Park the machine on a level surface; engage the This product is capable of causing personal injury. parking brake;...
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decal119-6819 119-6819 1. Spinner speed percentage 2. Belt speed percentage decal93-9852 93-9852 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. 2. Crushing hazard—install the cylinder lock. decal119-6836 119-6836 decal131-6766 1. Read the Operator's Manual. 131-6766 2. Locate weight so that rear of the weight case is 28 in (71 Model 44954 Only cm) from the front face of hitch tube.
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decal119-6806 119-6806 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 4. Warning—shut off the engine, remove the key, and read the Operator's Manual before performing maintenance. 5. Warning—do not carry passengers. 2. Warning—all operators should be trained before operating the machine. 3. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders away. 6.
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decal133-8061 133-8061 decal119-6812 119-6812 1. Tipping hazard—do not turn fast; turn slowly; when the hopper is empty, do not go faster than 15 mph (24 kph); when the hopper is loaded, move slowly; when moving over rough terrain, move slowly. decal119-6863 119-6863 1.
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. Bolt, 1 x 6-1/2 inches Install the hitch Locknut, 1 inch – No parts required Install the weight case. – No parts required Adjust the mirror.
Media and Additional Parts Description Qty. Operator's Manual Read the manual before operating the machine. The Declaration of Conformity serves as EU proof of Declaration of Conformity certification. Attachment clamps Use to mount attachments. Note: Note: Determine the left and right sides of the Use 2 people to remove the hitch machine from the normal operating position.
Installing the Weight Case No Parts Required Procedure Remove the weights from the weight case. Remove the bolts (1/2 x 5-1/2 inches) from the mounting bracket holding the weight case. Discard the mounting brackets (Figure g014069 Figure 6 1. Fill weight case Adjusting the Mirror No Parts Required g014067...
Installing the Brake Controller Outcross Traction Units Mount the brake controller (Figure 8) to the lower left area of the dashboard with the 2 bolts (#10 x 7/8 inch) and nuts (#10). g015149 Figure 7 1. Mirror g235379 Figure 8 1.
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If the connector does not go through the hole, Use a 10A fuse for a 2 wheel brake slide the boot down the harness. system and a 15A fuse for a 4 wheel brake system. Bolt the wire harness, with the socket connector, to the rear of the socket bracket with 2 bolts Note: You may need to remove the ring...
Secure the rubber boot to the connector and to the wire harness with a cable tie. Secure all loose harness wires with cable ties. If you are using a 4 wheel brake kit, remove the 10 amp fuse from the fuse holder and insert the 15 amp fuse.
Installing the Pendant Assembling the Handheld Switch Remote SH Models EH Models Parts needed for this procedure: Parts needed for this procedure: Handheld remote Pendant switch AA batteries SH wire harness Magnetic bracket Screws, small Procedure Plug the on/off pendant switch (4 prong end) into the Procedure socket at the front left corner of the machine (Figure...
Secure the cover with 6 screws (Figure 13) and torque them to 1.5 to 1.7 N-m (13 to 15 in-lb). Install the handheld remote into the magnetic remote bracket, slide the halves together to Connecting the 7-pin Coiled secure the remote, and tighten the bolt in the magnet (Figure 14).
Assembling an Optional Attachment to the Machine Parts needed for this procedure: Quick attach mounting clamp Procedure g015127 Figure 15 1. Rear of the machine 8. Option 2. Option attachment bracket 9. Lift 3. Lock pin 10. Pull 4. Lock ring 11.
Product Overview Note: If the clamp assembly is too loose and the option attachment slides within the clamps, turn the lock rings into the clamps a few turns Controls until the option attachment is secure. Important: Do not over-tighten the clamps. This may bend the edges of the option.
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Handheld Remote EH Models g234789 Figure 17 1. E-S Button Diagnostic LED Function g028671 Figure 19 EH Models 1. LCD display 11. Floor stop After you pull up the E-S button, the diagnostic 2. Remote status LED 12. Decrease floor speed (Figure 18) illuminates and remains on for 5 3.
Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro engaged. distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all – When the weight of the tongue is forced up into approved attachments and accessories. the hitch of the tow vehicle, this produces a To ensure optimum performance and continued safety negative tongue weight.
Selecting a Traction Unit When the full tongue weight of the machine has transferred the draw bar of the traction unit, stow the jack; refer to Stowing the Jack (page 27). The capabilities of the machine may vary depending on the size and type of traction unit. Stow the rear-jack leg;...
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g234790 Figure 21 1. 7-pin coiled power cable Test the hydraulic connections; refer to Testing the Hydraulic Connections (page 22). Set the electric brake, refer to Adjusting the Brake Controller (page 22). g273356 Testing the Hydraulic Connections Important: Test the hydraulic connections before hydraulics operating the machine for the first time.
• Read and understand the information in the Remain seated whenever the tow vehicle is in installation and operating instructions of the motion. brake controller. • Using the machine demands attention. Failing Set up the brake controller; refer to the to operate tow vehicle safely may result in an installation and operating instructions of the accident, tip-over of the tow vehicle, and serious...
Slope Safety • Do not carry loads that exceed the load limits of the machine or the tow vehicle. • Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control • The stability of loads can vary—for example, high and rollover accidents, which can result in severe loads have a higher center of gravity.
• Be aware that operating the machine on wet grass, across slopes, or downhill may cause the machine to lose traction. Loss of traction to the drive wheels may result in sliding and a loss of braking and steering. • Always keep the traction unit in gear when going down slopes.
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g272503 Figure 25 g272497 1. Jack-leg pin 3. Rear-jack leg Figure 24 2. Leg tube 1. Rear-jack leg 3. Pin 2. Jack Rotate the rear-jack leg horizontal and insert it into the leg tube (Figure 26). Lower the jack to support the machine. Stowing the Rear-Jack Leg Align the drawbar of the traction unit with the hitch tube of the machine, engage the parking...
Supporting the Front of the Raise the jack. Remove the pin (Figure 28). Machine with the Jack Unload all material from the hopper. Park the machine on a level surface, engage the parking brake, shut of the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operator’s seat.
Towing the Machine Turning the Machine Power On/Off Perform the following steps when towing the machine: • Before operating the machine, stow the jack and EH Models rear jack leg. When finished working with the machine, always • Do not allow the hydraulic hoses, the power cable, press the E-S button (Figure...
Operating the Hydraulic Right Valve Control Valves The right valve controls optional attachments. • To turn on the optional attachment, pull on the SH Models control lever. There are three hydraulic control valves located on Important: Do not pull the option lever into the left fender of the machine (Figure 30).
Operating the Hydraulic Handheld Remote Controls and Options EH Models Remote Control System The remote control system consists of a handheld remote, a +12 to +14.4 VDC Base Unit, and a wire harness. The system is specifically designed to be used with and to control a MH-400 Material Handler.
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Button Name Primary Function Increases the Floor speed. LOOR Momentary button that reverses the floor direction. Reverse floor speed can LOOR be modified using the F and F buttons EVERSE LOOR NCREASE LOOR ECREASE PEED while pressing the F button. Upon release of the F LOOR EVERSE LOOR...
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current working memory setting stored in the Ensure that the parking brake is engaged, start handheld remote. the traction unit, and supply hydraulic pressure to the machine. Press the same start button a second time to turn on the component if the hydraulics are Locate the 3 control valves (Figure 33).
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Adjusting the Floor Speed Loosen the jam nut at the manual-override bracket (Figure 35). g285594 g285595 Figure 35 Figure 36 1. Stem (floor-speed 3. Jam nut 1. Split ring (valve stem) 3. Raise the hopper solenoid) 2. Lower the hopper 2.
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Once your settings are acceptable, use the hydraulic flow control on your tow vehicle to turn the system on and off during operation. Resetting Manually Overridden Hydraulic Controls EH Models If you found, repaired, or replaced the handheld remote, reset the floor-speed solenoid, g285593 attachment-speed solenoid, or both before Figure 39...
battery voltage, the operating frequency (channel) on which the units communicate, then the handheld remote ID number, and finally the associated BASE Unit ID. Note: There are 3 settings: O , and H Caring for the Handheld Decreasing the Contrast Remote Hold the A and the O...
Note: If possible, leave the rubber seal and Press the E-Stop button to remove power from steel gasket in the channel when removing the the base unit and ensure that the handheld cover and batteries. remote is off. Stand near the base unit in clear line of sight. Simultaneously press and continue to hold the and the A buttons.
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• Setting and operating the floor alone • Setting and operating the option alone • Setting and operating both floor and option together Press the F button to store the floor LOOR TART value. Setting and Operating the Floor Alone Upon initially pressing the F button The display shows FLOOR STORE.
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Note: The preview value and FLRS displays. A 10-second timer starts when you press A and set-only mode displays. If you do not press TART Adjust the speed setting using the I NCREASE a button during the 10-second interval, the display button or the D PTION PEED...
or O buttons, and Press the A button to start the floor and LOOR TART PTION TART TART once in the event of a combined action using option (if the hydraulics are turned on). ; in either case, it is the same number. TART Use the S and S...
Unloading Material WARNING The machine is capable of amputating hands and feet. Keep your hands and feet away from the conveyor and optional attachments when the machine is operating and when the traction unit is running. WARNING Unloading the machine when it is not connected to the tow vehicle may cause the load to shift and the machine to tip over.
Note: • You may have to experiment until you Do not disconnect the machine from the tow get the desired flow and spread depth. Other vehicle on hills, or without engaging the jack and variables include ground speed and the type of rear-jack leg.
If major repairs are when working beneath it. ever needed or assistance is desired, contact an • authorized Toro distributor. After maintaining or adjusting the machine, ensure that all guards are installed. • Before doing any maintenance work under the hopper, install the hydraulic cylinder supports.
Lubrication Grease Specification No. 2 lithium grease Lubricating the Bearings and Bushings g272505 Service Interval: Every 50 hours When operating the machine in extremely dusty and dirty conditions, lubricate the bearings and bushings daily. Lubricate grease fittings immediately after every washing, regardless of the interval specified.
Drive System Maintenance Checking the Tire and Wheels Service Interval: Before each use or daily Check the tire air pressure is 172 kPa (25 psi) for 84 cm (33 inch) tires and 207 kPa (30 psi) for 81 cm (32 inch) tires, or as recommended by the tire manufacturer.
Brake Maintenance Chock the tires at the opposite side of the damaged tire. On the side with the damaged tire, remove the 4 Inspecting the Electric bolts and 4 locknuts securing the walking beam suspension bearings to the chassis. Brakes Loosen but do not remove the outside wheel nuts to provide clearance for bearing bolts.
Inspecting the Brake Shoes • Brake anchor pin • Actuating arm bushing and pin and Linings • Areas on the backing plate that are in contact with Service Interval: Monthly the brake shoes and magnet lever arm When a brake shoe becomes worn, replace both •...
(Available in 5 gallon pails or 55 gallon drums. See parts catalog or Toro distributor for part numbers.) Alternate fluids: If the Toro fluid is not available, other petroleum-based Universal Tractor Hydraulic Fluids (UTHF) may be used provided its specifications fall within the listed range for all the following material properties and it meets industry standards.
Important: Do not adjust the rear drive roller of the conveyor belt. It is set to factory specifications. Contact your authorized Toro distributor it needs an adjustment.
WARNING Operating the conveyor belt with the guards and covers removed can cause serious injury. Use extreme caution around moving parts with safety guards removed. Turn on the conveyor belt. If belt slips, tighten the tension bolts evenly (with machine off) half a turn and check if the belt slips again.
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Note: The front idler roller is supported by Remove the rear gate for a better view. two pillow block bearings sitting in an upper Note the position of the cartridge inside the and lower guide (one set on each side of the hopper, so that you can re install it in the same machine).
Installing the Belt Check that the chain is sufficiently lubricated, and the sprockets are secure to the shafts. To install a new belt, reverse the above instructions, Replace the rear conveyor drive guard. but keep in mind the following important notes and instructions.
Maintaining the Hopper Cleaning and Rear Gate Washing the Machine Salts, road tar, tree sap, fertilizers, or chemicals may Checking the Conveyor damage the painted finish of the machine. Wash off Seals and Rear Gate Seal these deposits as soon as possible with detergent and water.
Storage If removed, install the belt cleaning scraper assembly. Ensure that the scraper is as vertical as possible Before storing the machine for the season: but contacts the belt. Park the machine on a hard, level surface; engage the parking brake; shut off the engine; remove the key;...
Troubleshooting Checking Fault Codes EH Models If the Diagnostic LED indicates that there is a system fault (refer to Diagnostic LED Function (page 19)), check the fault codes to determine what is wrong with the machine. Entering Diagnostic Mode and Checking the Codes Push the E-S button down to turn off the power.
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Connector not plugged in; locate pause, then repeat the loose or disconnected harness connector and connect it. Something wrong in the wiring; contact your authorized Toro distributor. BASE is bad; contact your authorized Toro distributor. Blink once, pause, blink twice, long...
Handheld Remote Messages EH Models Displayed Message Description ASSOC PENDING Association yet to be made. ASSOC ACTIVE Association attempt in progress. POWER UP BASE Power up the Base Unit. ASSOC PASS Association attempt was successful. Exiting Association mode ASSOC EXIT ASSOC FAIL Association attempt failed.
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