Toro 30177 Operator's Manual

Mid–size traction unit proline gear 15hp
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Form No. 3327–507
Mid–Size Traction Unit
Proline Gear 15hp
Model No. 30177—Serial No. 220000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
Domestic English (EN)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3327–507 Mid–Size Traction Unit Proline Gear 15hp Model No. 30177—Serial No. 220000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Domestic English (EN)
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ......Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 3: Safety

    CAUTION, WARNING, or DANGER—“personal safety instruction.” Failure to comply with the instruction may result in personal injury or death. Safe Operating Practices The following instructions are from ANSI standard B71.4—1999. m–4189 Figure 1 Training 1. Location of the model and serial numbers Read the Operator’s Manual and other training material.
  • Page 4: Toro Mower Safety

    The following list contains safety information Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not specific to Toro products and other safety information point it at anyone. you must know. Do not operate the mower under the influence of...
  • Page 5: General Operation

    Never tamper with safety devices. Check safety attempting to maintain, adjust or service. systems for proper operation before each use. Use only Toro-approved attachments. Warranty may Use only genuine replacement parts to ensure that be voided if used with unapproved attachments.
  • Page 7: Slope Chart

    Slope Chart...
  • Page 9: Safety And Instruction Decals

    Safety and Instruction 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. 82-2290 82-7750 52-2010 95-2814 63-8440 1. Hot surface 98-0776 98-4387 1.
  • Page 10 82-7730 1. Squeeze the blade control 2. Press the switch. bail. 105-0884...
  • Page 11: Gasoline And Oil

    Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Warning Use Unleaded Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded regular gasoline Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. may be used if unleaded regular is not available. Long–term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness.
  • Page 12: Assembly

    Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro Installing the Shift Lever 2. Align mounting hole in lever with mounting block on transmission. Secure lever to transmission with 2 in. (51 mm) bolt and washer. Torque bolt to 115 in.–lb.
  • Page 13: Installing The Control Panel And Fuel Tank

    m–1717 Figure 4 m–4762 1. Bolt, 5/8 x 7/8 in. 4. Fuel line 2. Lock washer 5. Hose clamp Figure 2 3. Washer 6. Fuel fitting 1. Mounting block 3. Bolt, 1/4 x 2 in. 2. Shift lever 4. Washer 4.
  • Page 14: Installing The Upper Handle

    Installing the Upper Handle 1. Align upper handle with upper mounting holes in rear frame (Fig. 6). 2. Secure each upper mounting hole with a flange bolt (3/8 x 1 in.) and flange nut (Fig. 6). Torque bolts to 25 ft.–lb. (34 N m). 3.
  • Page 15 2. Slide clevis pins through rod fittings and mounting 5. Check parking brake adjustment. Brake rods should be holes in idler brackets (from outside) (Fig. 9). Secure adjusted so parking brake lever is tight when swung with washers and hairpin cotters (Fig. 9). into position against the fixed bar while pulling back on upper control bar (Fig.
  • Page 16: Operation

    Operation Upper Control Bar – Shift to desired gear and push forward on control bar to engage forward traction operation and pull back to brake. Pull right side of control Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine bar to turn right and left side to turn left.
  • Page 17: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    Stopping the Engine 2. Lift the parking brake lock (Fig. 15) up and gradually release the upper control bar. The brake lock should 1. Move the throttle lever to slow (Fig. 16). stay in the set (locked) position. Note: If the engine has been working hard or is hot, let it idle for a minute before turning the ignition key off.
  • Page 18: The Safety Interlock System

    Testing the Safety Interlock System 4. Repeat procedure to engage mower blades if blade control bail is released. Test the safety interlock system before you use the machine each time. If the safety system does not operate as described below, have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately.
  • Page 19: Operating The Lower Control Bar

    m–4186 Figure 19 1. Lower Control Bar 1. Handle (Engaged) m–4184 Figure 18 1. Upper control bar 2. Lower control bar Driving Backward 1. To go backward, move the shift lever to reverse gear. 2. Release the parking brake; refer to Releasing the Parking Brake, page 17.
  • Page 20: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval After First Use Oil—change Oil—check level Safety System—check Each Use Brake—check Engine—clean outside Brake—check 5 Hours Wheel Bearings—grease Foam Air Cleaner—service 25 Hours...
  • Page 21 Removing the Foam and Paper Elements 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the key. 2. Clean around the air cleaner to prevent dirt from getting into the engine and causing damage. Unscrew the cover nut and remove the air cleaner cover m–5193 (Fig.
  • Page 22: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Servicing the Engine Oil Service Interval/Specification Change oil: After the first 8 operating hours. After every 100 operating hours. Note: Change oil more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG or SH) Figure 24 Crankcase Capacity: w/filter, 64 oz.
  • Page 23: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Changing the Engine Oil Filter Removing the Spark Plug Service Interval/Specification 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other oil key.
  • Page 24: Greasing And Lubrication

    0.040 in. (1.02 mm) m–2147 Figure 28 Figure 29 1. Center electrode insulator 3. Air gap (not to scale) 2. Side electrode 2. Lubricate the transmission couplers (Fig. 30). Installing the Spark Plug 1. Install the spark plug(s) and metal washer. Make sure the air gap is set correctly.
  • Page 25: Servicing The Brake

    Pressure: 15 psi (103 kPa) rear tires 4. Rotate the trunnion so it smoothly slides into brake 25–30 psi (172–207 kPa) caster tires lever (Fig. 32). Tighten wing nut. 5. Secure trunnion to brake lever with washer and cotter pin (Fig. 32). 6.
  • Page 26: Servicing The Fuel Filter

    3. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamp together and slide it up the fuel line away from valve (Fig. 33). 4. Pull the fuel line off the valve (Fig. 33). Open fuel shut-off valve and allow gasoline to drain into a gas can or drain pan.
  • Page 27: Adjusting The Electric Clutch

    2. Disconnect in–line wire connector from wire harness to electric clutch. 3. Remove mower drive belt; refer to mower Operator’s Manual. 4. Remove left front engine mounting bolt securing clutch retainer to frame (Fig. 36). Unhook retainer from clutch and remove retainer. 5.
  • Page 28: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram IGNITION KEY SWITCH P/N 29–5560 NONE WIRE COLOR CODES PINK BLACK BROWN BLUE GREEN VIOLET KEY SW. GREY WHITE ORANGE YELLOW 7.5A BAIL SW. KOHLER_RECOIL CLUTCH SW. (NORMALLY (MOMENTARY) OPEN) SPARK PLUG IGNITION MODULE DELAY MODULE CLUTCH...
  • Page 29: Cleaning And Storage

    Cleaning and Storage A. Run engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking B. Stop engine, allow to cool and drain the fuel tank; brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the refer to Servicing the Fuel Tank, page 25, or key.
  • Page 30 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine loses power. 1. Engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce ground speed. 2. Air cleaner is dirty. 2. Clean air cleaner element. 3. Oil level in crankcase is low. 3. Add oil to crankcase. 4. Cooling fins and air passages 4.
  • Page 32: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.

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