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Toro Groundsmaster 4300-D Operator's Manual

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Original Instructions (EN)
Groundsmaster
Unit
Model No. 30864—Serial No. 401341117 and Up
Form No. 3417-913 Rev A
®
4300-D Traction
*3417-913* A

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3417-913 Rev A Groundsmaster ® 4300-D Traction Unit Model No. 30864—Serial No. 401341117 and Up *3417-913* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2 Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. The model and serial numbers are on a plate mounted on the left side of the frame under the footrest.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Servicing the Air Cleaner ........50 Servicing the Engine Oil........51 Servicing the Diesel-Oxidation Catalyst Safety ............... 4 (DOC) and the Soot Filter ......53 General Safety ........... 4 Fuel System Maintenance ........53 Safety and Instructional Decals ......4 Servicing the Fuel Filter ........

  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety • Do not operate the machine without all guards and other safety protective devices in place and working on the machine. This machine has been designed in accordance with • Keep clear of any discharge opening. Keep EN ISO 5395:2013 and ANSI B71.4-2012. bystanders and pets a safe distance away from Important: For CE required regulatory data, refer...
  • Page 5 decal106-6755 106-6755 1. Engine coolant under 3. Warning—do not touch the pressure. hot surface. 2. Explosion hazard—read 4. Warning—read the the Operator's Manual. Operator's Manual. decal117-0169 117-0169 1. Read the Operator's Manual. 2. Power point (10 A) 3. Head lights (10 A) 4.
  • Page 6 decal120-4158 120-4158 1. Read the Operator’s 3. Engine—preheat Manual. 2. Engine—start 4. Engine—shut off decalbatterysymbols Battery Symbols decal125-8754 Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 125-8754 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders a safe 1. Head lights 6.
  • Page 7 decal125-2927 125-2927 1. Read the Operator’s Manual for maintenance information. decal104-1086 104-1086 1. Height of cut...
  • Page 8 decal133-2930 133-2930 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual; do not operate this 4. Tipping hazard—slow the machine before turning; do not turn machine unless you are trained. at high speeds; only drive on slopes with the cutting units lowered; always wear a seatbelt. 2.

  • Page 9: Setup

    Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. – No parts required Adjust the control arm position. – No parts required Remove shipping blocks and pins. – No parts required Adjust the roller scraper (optional).

  • Page 10: Adjusting The Roller Scraper

    Removing the Shipping Adjusting the Roller Blocks and Pins Scraper (Optional) No Parts Required No Parts Required Procedure Procedure Remove and discard the shipping blocks from The optional rear roller scraper is designed to work the cutting decks. best when there is an even gap of 0.5 to 1 mm (0.020 to 0.040 inch) between the scraper and roller.

  • Page 11: Installing The Mulching Baffle (Optional)

    Installing the Mulching Preparing the Machine Baffle (Optional) No Parts Required No Parts Required Checking the Tire Pressure Procedure Check the tire pressure before use; refer to Checking the Tire Pressure (page 23). Thoroughly clean debris from the mounting Important: holes on the rear wall and left side wall of the Maintain pressure in all tires to chamber.

  • Page 12: Product Overview

    Brake Pedal Product Overview Press the brake pedal (Figure 6) to stop the machine. Controls Parking Brake Seat Adjusting Knobs To engage the parking brake, (Figure 6) push down the brake pedal and press the top forward to latch. To The seat-adjusting lever (Figure 5) allows you to adjust...
  • Page 13 in the green zone. When the indicator is in the red zone, change the hydraulic filters. g021208 Figure 7 1. Lower mow/raise control 4. Enable/disable switch lever g031683 Figure 8 2. Key switch 5. Engine-speed switch 3. InfoCenter 6. Headlight switch 1.
  • Page 14 InfoCenter Icon Description SERVICE DUE Indicates when scheduled service should be performed Hours remaining until service Reset the service hours The status of the engine speed (rpm) Info icon Maximum traction speed setting g020650 Fast Figure 10 1. Indicator light 3.
  • Page 15 InfoCenter Icon Description (cont'd.) InfoCenter Icon Description (cont'd.) Start the engine. Operator should change to indicated state The PTO is on. Symbols are often combined to form sentences. Some The cruise control is on. examples are shown below Shut off the engine Operator should put machine in neutral Engine...
  • Page 16 Contains a list of the recent machine faults. Refer to Settings—Menu Item Description the Service Manual or your Units authorized Toro distributor for Controls the units used on the InfoCenter (English or Metric) more information on the Faults menu and the information Language Controls the language used contained there.
  • Page 17 The factory default PIN code for you machine is either 0000 or 1234. If you changed the PIN code and forgot the code, contact your authorized Toro distributor for assistance. From the M , use the center button to scroll down to the S...
  • Page 18 Viewing and Changing the Protected Menu Settings In the Protected Menu, scroll down to Protect Settings. To view and change the settings without entering a passcode, use the right button to change the Protect Settings to O To view and change the settings with a passcode, use the left button to change the Protect Settings to O , set the passcode, and...

  • Page 19: Specifications

    Specifications Note: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. g193881 Figure 13...

  • Page 20: Cutting Unit Specifications

    88 kg (195 lb) Attachments/Accessories A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories.

  • Page 21: Before Operation

    Filling the Fuel Tank Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the Fuel Tank Capacity machine from the normal operating position. Fuel tank capacity: 53 L (14 US gallons) Before Operation Fuel Specification Important: Use only ultra-low sulphur diesel Before Operation Safety fuel.
  • Page 22 • Fuel filter plugging may be expected for a time after converting to biodiesel blends. • Contact your authorized Toro distributor if you wish for more information on biodiesel. g031869 Figure 14 Fill the tank to about 6 to 13 mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch) below the top of the tank, not the filler neck, with Number 2-D diesel fuel.

  • Page 23: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    Checking the Engine-Oil Level Before you start the engine and use the machine, check the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 23). Checking the Cooling System g001055 Before you start the engine and use the machine, Figure 15 check the cooling system;...

  • Page 24: Adjusting The Height Of Cut

    Adjusting the Height of Cut Important: This cutting deck often cuts approximately 6 mm (1/4 inch) lower than a reel cutting unit with the same bench setting. It may be necessary to have the bench of the rotary cutting deck set 6 mm (1/4 inch) above that of reels cutting in the same area.

  • Page 25: Checking The Safety-Interlock Switches

    Checking the Burnishing the Brakes Safety-Interlock Switches To ensure optimum performance of the parking-brake system, burnish (break in) the brakes before use. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Set the forward traction speed to 6.4 km/h (4 mph) to match the reverse traction speed (all 8 spacers moved to the top of the mow-speed control).

  • Page 26: Understanding The Diagnostic Light

    Understanding the Changing the Diagnostic Light Counterbalance Settings The machine is equipped with a diagnostic, light which During different times of the mowing season or when indicates if the machine detects a malfunction. The turf conditions vary, the amount of counterbalance diagnostic light is located on the InfoCenter, above (upward lift) required on the cutting decks can be the display screen...

  • Page 27: Choosing Accessories

    Choosing Accessories Optional Equipment Configurations Angle Sail Blade High Lift Parallel Sail Mulching Baffle Roller Scraper Blade (Do not use with the mulching baffle) Grass Cutting: 1.9 to 4.4 Recommended in most May work well in light or Has been shown to Can use any time that cm (3/4 to 1-3/4 inches) applications...

  • Page 28: During Operation

    • Use accessories, attachments, and replacement • Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or parts approved by The Toro® Company only. under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Never carry passengers on the machine and keep Rollover Protection System bystanders and pets away from the machine during operation.

  • Page 29: Starting And Shutting Off The Engine

    Starting and Shutting Off • Avoid starting, stopping or turning the machine on slopes. Avoid making sudden changes in speed or the Engine direction. Make turns slowly and gradually. • Do not operate a machine under any conditions Important: The fuel system automatically bleeds where traction, steering or stability is in question.

  • Page 30: Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration

    Cut grass so that the blades can cut and engine speed when possible to promote DPF discharge clippings at a high rate while regeneration. producing a good quality of cut. • If the back pressure in the DPF is too high or a reset regeneration has not occurred for 100 hours, Note: If the cutting rate is too high, the quality...
  • Page 31 DPF Ash Accumulation • When enough ash accumulates, the engine computer sends information to the InfoCenter • The lighter ash is discharged through the exhaust in the form of an engine fault to indicate the system; the heavier ash collects in the soot filter. accumulation of ash in the DPF.
  • Page 32 Types of Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration Types of diesel particulate filter regeneration that are performed while the machine is operating: Type of Regeneration Conditions that cause DPF regeneration DPF description of operation Passive Occurs during normal operation of the machine at •...
  • Page 33 Types of diesel particulate filter regeneration that require you to park the machine: (cont'd.) Type of Regeneration Conditions that cause DPF regeneration DPF description of operation Recovery Occurs because the operator ignored requests for • When the reset-standby/parked or recovery a parked regeneration and continued operating the machine, adding more soot to the DPF regeneration icon...
  • Page 34 press the right button to select the Technician entry DPF Operation Table (cont'd.) (Figure 26). State Description Reset Regen The engine computer is running a reset regeneration. The engine computer is requesting that Parked Stby you run a parked regeneration. Parked Regen You initiated a parked regeneration request and the engine computer is...
  • Page 35 Assist DPF Regeneration • The icon displays in the InfoCenter while the reset regeneration is processing. • The engine computer adjusts engine settings to • Whenever possible, do not shut off the engine or raise the exhaust temperature. reduce engine speed while the reset regeneration •...
  • Page 36 g227304 g224394 Figure 31 Figure 33 Press the right button to change the inhibit Note: If the engine exhaust temperature is too low, regeneration setting from On to Off (Figure the InfoCenter displays A #186 (Figure 34) to DVISORY or from Off to On (Figure 32).
  • Page 37 Parked or Recovery Regeneration regeneration required—power takeoff disabled #189 (Figure 38). DVISORY • When the engine computer requests either a parked regeneration or a recovery regeneration, the regeneration request icon (Figure 35) displays in the InfoCenter. g224398 Figure 38 Important: Perform a parked regeneration to restore the PTO function;...
  • Page 38 Important: Perform a recovery regeneration Move the machine outside to an area away from to restore the PTO function; refer to Preparing combustible materials. to Perform a Parked or Recovery Regeneration Park the machine on a level surface. (page 38) Performing a Parked or Recovery Regeneration (page 38).
  • Page 39 At the DPF checklist screen, verify that the parking brake is engaged and that the engine speed is set to low idle (Figure 46). g224402 g224407 g224629 Figure 44 At the V screen, verify that you g227679 ERIFY FUEL LEVEL Figure 46 have 1/4 tank of fuel if you are performing the parked regeneration or 1/2 tank of fuel if you are...
  • Page 40 The InfoCenter displays the I NITIATING Check Message and Corrective Action Table message (Figure 48). EGEN (cont'd.) g224411 Corrective Action: Start and run the engine. g227681 Figure 48 Corrective Action: Run the engine to warm the coolant The InfoCenter displays the time to complete temperature to 60°C (140°F).
  • Page 41 Canceling a Parked or Recovery Regeneration displays A #183 (Figure 51). Press the DVISORY left button to exit to the home screen. Use the Parked Regen Cancel or Recovery Regen Cancel setting to cancel a running parked or recovery regeneration process. Access the DPF Regeneration menu (Figure 53).

  • Page 42: Operating Tips

    Operating Tips Checking the Mower Housing After Operating Becoming Familiarized with the To ensure that optimum performance is met, clean the Machine underside of mower housing. If you allow residue to build up in mower housing, cutting performance will Before mowing grass, practice operating the machine decrease.

  • Page 43: After Operation

    After Operation After Operation Safety • Clean grass and debris from the cutting units, mufflers, and engine compartment to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills. • If the cutting units are in the transport position, use the positive mechanical lock (if available) before you leave the machine unattended.

  • Page 44: Hauling The Machine

    g003995 Figure 57 1. Bypass valve Close the bypass valve before starting the engine. However, do not exceed 7 to 11 N∙m (5 to 8 ft-lb) torque to close the valve. Important: Running the engine with the bypass valve open will cause the transmission to overheat.

  • Page 45: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Important: If you are performing maintenance on setting to ON; refer to Setting the Inhibit Regen the machine and run the engine with an engine (page 35).

  • Page 46: Daily Maintenance Checklist

    Date Information Important: Refer to your engine owner's manual for additional maintenance procedures. Note: Download a free copy of the electrical or hydraulic schematic by visiting www.Toro.com and searching for your machine from the Manuals link on the home page.

  • Page 47: Service Interval Chart

    Service Interval Chart decal125-2927 Figure 58 CAUTION If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. Remove the key from the ignition before you perform any maintenance. Pre-Maintenance •...

  • Page 48: Raising The Machine

    Raising the Machine Lubrication Use the following as points to jack up the machine: Greasing the Bearings and • Front of the machine—rectangular pad, under the axle tube, inside each front tire (Figure 59). Bushings If you operate the machine under normal conditions, lubricate all grease fittings for the bearings and bushings after every 50 hours of operation with No.
  • Page 49 • • Cutting unit carrier-frame pivot (1 each)—Figure Axle-steering pivot (1)—Figure 65 g004169 Figure 65 • Steering-cylinder ball joints (2) and rear axle g011613 (1)—Figure 66 Figure 62 • Lift-arm pivot shaft (1 each)—Figure 63 g004157 Figure 63 • Rear axle tie rod (2)—Figure 64 g011614 Figure 66...

  • Page 50: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance • Cutting unit spindle-shaft bearings (2 per cutting unit)—Figure 68 Note: You can use either fitting, whichever is Engine Safety more accessible. Pump grease into the fitting until a small amount appears at bottom of the spindle • Shut off the engine before checking the oil or housing (under the deck).

  • Page 51: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Preferred oil: SAE 15W-40 (above 0°F) • Alternate oil: SAE 10W-30 or 5W-30 (all temperatures) Toro Premium Engine Oil is available from your Authorized Toro Distributor in either 15W-40 or 10W-30 viscosity grades. See the parts catalog for part numbers.
  • Page 52 g194204 g194203 g031256 Figure 71 g031400 Note: When using different oil, drain all old oil Figure 72 from the crankcase before adding new oil. Add oil to the crankcase. Crankcase Oil Capacity Approximately 5.2 L (5.5 US qt) with the filter. Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Service Interval: After the first 50 hours Every 250 hours...

  • Page 53: Servicing The Diesel-Oxidation Catalyst (Doc) And The Soot Filter

    1/2 turn. soot filter of the DPF. Start the engine and check for fuel leaks around Refer to your authorized Toro distributor for the filter head. diesel-oxidation catalyst and the soot filter replacement parts or service.

  • Page 54: Servicing The Water Separator

    Servicing the Water Servicing the Fuel System Separator Draining the Fuel Tank Service Interval: Every 400 hours—Replace the fuel filter canister. Service Interval: Every 800 hours Before storage Before each use or daily—Drain water or other contaminants from the water separator. Drain and clean the fuel tank if the fuel system becomes contaminated or if you store the machine for an extended period.

  • Page 55: Electrical System Maintenance

    Rinse with clear water. Coat the battery posts and cable connectors with Grafo 112X (skin-over) grease (Toro Part No. 505-47) or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion. g021219 Figure 76 1.

  • Page 56: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Drive System Maintenance WARNING Charging the battery produces gasses that Adjusting the Traction can explode. Drive for Neutral Do not smoke near the battery, and keep sparks and flames away from the battery. The machine must not creep when the traction pedal is released.

  • Page 57: Adjusting The Rear Wheel Toe-In

    Cooling System Turn the key in the ignition switch to the O position, start the engine, and rotate the cam Maintenance hex in either direction until the wheels cease rotation. Tighten the locknut to secure the adjustment. Cooling System Safety Turn the key in the ignition switch to the O •...

  • Page 58: Cleaning The Cooling System

    Note: The coolant level should be between the marks on the side of the tank. g021866 Figure 81 1. Expansion tank g004138 Figure 82 1. Rear screen latch 2. Rear screen If the coolant level is low, remove the expansion-tank cap and replenish the system. Do not overfill.

  • Page 59: Brake Maintenance

    Brake Maintenance that the cable conduit does not rotate during tightening procedure. Adjusting the Parking Adjusting the Brakes Parking-Brake Latch Adjust the brakes when there is more than 2.5 cm (1 If the parking brake fails to engage and latch, an inch) of free travel (Figure 84) of the brake pedal, or...

  • Page 60: Belt Maintenance

    Toro Premium All Season Hydraulic Fluid (Available in 18.9 L (5 US gallon) pails or 208 L (55 US gallon) drums. See the Parts Catalog or your Toro Distributor for part numbers.) Alternate fluids: If the Toro fluid is not available, other fluids may be used provided they meet all the following material properties and industry specifications.
  • Page 61 Mobil EAL EnviroSyn 46H is the only synthetic biodegradable fluid approved by Toro. This fluid is compatible with the elastomers used in Toro hydraulic systems and is suitable for a wide-range of temperature conditions. This fluid is compatible with conventional mineral oils, but for...

  • Page 62: Changing The Hydraulic Fluid

    Do not overfill. Service Interval: Every 800 hours If fluid becomes contaminated, contact your Replacing the Hydraulic authorized Toro distributor; the system must be flushed. Contaminated fluid looks milky or black when Filters compared to clean fluid. Turn the key in the ignition switch to the O The hydraulic system is equipped with a service position and raise the hood.

  • Page 63: Checking The Hydraulic Lines And Hoses

    Turn the key in the ignition switch to the O The test ports are used to test the pressure in the position, start the engine, and let it run for about hydraulic circuits. Contact your authorized Toro 2 minutes to purge air from the system. distributor for assistance.

  • Page 64: Cutting Deck Maintenance

    Mounting the Cutting Decks Cutting Deck to the Traction Unit Maintenance Position the machine on a level surface and turn the key in the ignition switch to the O position. Separating the Cutting Move the cutting deck into position in front of Decks from the Traction the traction unit.

  • Page 65: Blade Maintenance

    Blade Maintenance Blade Safety DANGER A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece of the blade could be thrown toward you or bystanders, resulting in serious personal injury or death. Trying to repair a damaged g011353 blade may result in discontinued safety Figure 94 certification of the product.

  • Page 66: Removing And Installing A Blade

    Replace the blade if a solid object is hit, the blade is out of balance, or if the blade is bent. Always use genuine Toro replacement blades to be sure of safety and optimum performance. Never use replacement blades made by other manufacturers because they could be dangerous.

  • Page 67: Inspecting And Sharpening The Blade

    Inspecting and Sharpening If dull or nicked, sharpen only the top cutting edge while maintaining the original cutting angle the Blade (Figure 98). Note: Raise the cutting deck to the highest position, The blade will remain balanced if the same amount of metal is removed from both turn the key in the ignition switch to the O cutting edges.

  • Page 68: Miscellaneous Maintenance

    Miscellaneous Assembling the Front Roller Press the first bearing into the roller housing Maintenance (Figure 99). Press on the outer race only or equally on the inner and outer race. Servicing the Front Roller Insert the spacer (Figure 99). Press the second bearing into the roller housing Inspect the front roller for wear, excess wobble, or (Figure 99) pressing equally on the inner and...

  • Page 69: Storage

    Clean the battery, terminals, and posts with a wire brush and baking soda solution. Coat the cable terminals and battery posts with Grafo 112X skin-over grease (Toro Part Number 505-47) or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion. Slowly recharge the battery every 60 days for 24 hours to prevent lead sulfation of the battery.
  • Page 70 Notes:...
  • Page 71 The Way Toro Uses Information Toro may use your personal information to process warranty claims, to contact you in the event of a product recall and for any other purpose which we tell you about. Toro may share your information with Toro's affiliates, dealers or other business partners in connection with any of these activities. We will not sell your personal information to any other company.
  • Page 72 Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.

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