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Toro 30284 Operator's Manual

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Form No. 3356-902 Rev A
Commercial Walk-Behind
Mower
For Floating Deck, Pistol Grip, Hydro
with 36in, 40in, 48in or 52in TURBO
FORCE® Cutting Unit
Model No. 30284—Serial No. 270000001 and Up
Model No. 30286—Serial No. 270000001 and Up
Model No. 30288—Serial No. 270000001 and Up
Model No. 30289—Serial No. 270000001 and Up
Register your product at www.Toro.com
Original Instructions (EN)

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  • Page 1 For Floating Deck, Pistol Grip, Hydro with 36in, 40in, 48in or 52in TURBO FORCE® Cutting Unit Model No. 30284—Serial No. 270000001 and Up Model No. 30286—Serial No. 270000001 and Up Model No. 30288—Serial No. 270000001 and Up Model No. 30289—Serial No. 270000001 and Up Register your product at www.Toro.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, Safety ..............4 or additional information, contact an Authorized Safe Operating Practices ...... 4 Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have Toro Mower Safety ......5 the model and serial numbers of your product Slope Chart ......... 7 ready.
  • Page 3 Operating the Parking Brake ....15 Adjusting the Tracking ...... 43 Starting and Stopping the Adjusting the Traction Spring..... 43 Engine ......16 Checking the Tire Pressure....43 Operating the Neutral Locks....16 Replacing the Caster Wheel Fork Operating the Mower Blade Bushings ......

  • Page 4: Safety

    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 –...

  • Page 5: Toro Mower Safety

    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.
  • Page 6 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.

  • Page 7: Slope Chart

    Slope Chart...

  • Page 8: Safety And Instructional Decals

    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. 68-8340 1-523552 95-2814 98-0776 43-8480 98-4387 1. Warning—wear hearing protection. 66-1340 98-5954...
  • Page 9 105-4109 Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 105-4110 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders a safe distance from the battery. 2. No re, open ame, or 7. Wear eye protection; smoking. explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries 3.
  • Page 10 110-2067 110-2068 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. 112-8720...
  • Page 11 106-5515 1. Keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine. 7. Engine—run 2. Do not allow bystanders to be hit by thrown objects. 8. Hour meter 3. Do not operate the mower with the deector up or removed. 9. To park, squeeze the drive levers and rotate the neutral locks forward.

  • Page 12: Product Overview

    Product Overview Throttle Control The throttle control has two positions: Fast and Slow. Choke Use the choke to start a cold engine. Operator Presence Control (OPC) Levers When you squeeze the OPC levers against the handles, the OPC system senses that the operator is in the normal operating position.

  • Page 13: Specifications

    Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. Specications Note: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 14: Operation

    Operation In certain conditions during fueling, static Adding Fuel 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.

  • Page 15: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    • Cleans the engine while it runs • Eliminates gum-like varnish buildup in the fuel system, which causes hard starting Important: Do not use fuel additives Figure 4 containing methanol or ethanol. 1. Warning—wear hearing protection. Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner to the gas.

  • Page 16: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    Figure 6 1. Ignition switch 3. Choke 2. Throttle lever 7. Turn the ignition key to the start position to Figure 5 energize the starter. When the engine starts, 1. Parking brake lever (in the 2. Parking brake lever (in the release the key.

  • Page 17: Operating The Mower Blade

    Operating the Mower Blade Setting the Neutral Lock Control (PTO) 1. Squeeze the drive levers back until an increase in force is felt. The blade control knob (PTO) is used in 2. Place thumbs on the upper part of the locks conjunction with the Operator Presence Control and move them back (Figure 7).

  • Page 18: The Safety Interlock System

    The Safety Interlock System 1. Set the neutral locks and place speed control lever in neutral. Start the engine; refer to Starting and Stopping the Engine. 2. Without holding the Operator Presence If safety interlock switches are disconnected Control (OPC) levers, pull the blade control or damaged the machine could operate knob (PTO) up.

  • Page 19: Bringing The Machine To The Neutral Position

    Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while it is unattended. Always remove the ignition key and set the parking brake when leaving the machine unattended, even if just for a few minutes. Pushing the Machine by Hand Figure 10...

  • Page 20: Transporting Machines

    4. Push the machine to the desired location. 5. Set the parking brake. Without the grass deflector, discharge 6. Close the by-pass valves, but do not overtighten cover, or complete grass catcher assembly them. mounted in place, you and others are Important: Do not start or operate the exposed to blade contact and thrown debris.

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Anti-Scalp

    Figure 14 40 inch, 48 inch, and 52 inch Mower Decks 1. Mower deck 4. Anti-Scalp Rollers 2. Bolt 5. Nut 3. Spacer Figure 13 1. Carrier Frame 4. Spacers 2. Hairpin Cotter 5. Front height-of-cut post 3. Back height-of-cut post Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers The anti-scalp rollers need to be adjusted in...

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Handle Height

    Figure 16 36 inch Mower Deck Figure 17 1. Mower deck 4. Anti-Scalp Rollers 1. Control rod 5. Left handle shown 2. Bolt 5. Nut 2. Clevis pin 6. Neutral lock 3. Spacer 3. Drive lever 7. Hairpin cotter pin 4.

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Flow Baffle

    Adjusting the Flow Bafe 3. Loosen the upper flange bolts (3/8 x 1-1/4 inches) and flange nut securing handle to rear The mower discharge flow can be adjusted for frame (Figure 19). different types of mowing conditions. Position the 4. Remove the lower flange bolts (3/8 x 1 inch) cam lock and baffle to give the best quality of cut.
  • Page 24 • Use in wet conditions. • Lowers the engine power consumption. Figure 21 • Allows increased ground speed in heavy conditions. • This position is similar to the benefits of the Position B Toro SFS mower. Use this position when bagging (Figure 22).

  • Page 25: Using The Mid-Size Weight

    Using the Mid-Size Weight Weights are installed on certain mowers to improve balance and improve performance. The weights can be moved or removed to create optimized performance under different mowing conditions and for operator preference (Figure 24 or Figure 25). The following table indicates the position of the weight as installed at the factory.
  • Page 26 Figure 24 Installing the front weight. 1. Bolt 3. Weight 2. Washer 4. Nut Figure 25 Installing the rear weight. 1. Nut 3. Washer 2. Weight 4. Bolt...

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    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 • Change the engine oil. After the rst 8 operating • Check the hydraulic uid level. hours •...

  • Page 28: Lubrication

    Lubrication Grease with No. 2 general purpose lithium base or molybdenum base grease. How to Grease 1. 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.

  • Page 29: Engine Maintenance

    3. Clean around the air cleaner to prevent dirt from getting into the engine and causing damage (Figure 30). 4. Unscrew the cover knob and remove the air cleaner cover (Figure 30). 5. Remove the 2 wing nuts and remove the air cleaner assembly (Figure 30).

  • Page 30: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Servicing the Paper Air Cleaner Element 1. Do not clean the paper filter. Replace it after 200 operating hours (Figure 30). 2. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, or damage to the rubber seal. 3. Replace the paper element if it is damaged. Installing the Foam and Paper Elements Important: To prevent engine damage,...

  • Page 31: Servicing The Spark Plugs

    Important: Do not overfill the crankcase 10. Check the oil level; refer to Checking the with oil and run the engine; engine damage Engine Oil Level. can result. 11. Slowly add the additional oil to bring it to the Full mark. Changing the Oil Changing the Oil Filter 1.

  • Page 32: Removing The Spark Plugs

    Ensure that the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug. Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing the spark plugs and a gapping tool/feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap. Install a new spark plugs if necessary.

  • Page 33: Fuel System Maintenance

    Fuel System Maintenance Draining the Fuel Tank In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property. Figure 37 • Drain gasoline from the fuel tank when the engine is cold.

  • Page 34: Electrical System Maintenance

    Warning CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a deadly poison and causes severe burns.

  • Page 35: Installing The Battery

    2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Lift the black rubber cover on the negative cable. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the negative (-) battery terminal (Figure 39).

  • Page 36: Servicing The Fuses

    Charging the Battery Do not allow the electrolyte to fall below the Lower line (Figure 40). Charging the battery produces gasses that can explode. Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and flames away from battery. Important: Always keep the battery fully charged (1.265 specific gravity).

  • Page 37: Drive System Maintenance

    the component or circuit for a malfunction or short. Pull out on the fuse to remove or replace it (Figure 42). Figure 43 1. Speed control lever 4. Medium speed position 2. Full speed position 5. Control panel 3. Neutral position 4.

  • Page 38: Temporary Neutral Stud

    Figure 45 1. Actuating tab 3. Safety switch 2. 1/8 to 1/4 inch (3 to 6 mm) space 12. To adjust the switch location, loosen the two neutral bracket screws holding the switch plate to the frame (Figure 45). 13. Adjust the switch up or down to obtain an 1/8 Figure 44 to 1/4 inch (3 to 6 mm) space (Figure 45).

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Hydro Control

    3. Raise the rear of the machine onto jack stands high enough to raise the drive wheels off of the ground. 4. Disengage the parking brake. 5. Start the engine and move the throttle ahead to the full throttle position. 6.
  • Page 40 Figure 49 1. Speed control lever 3. spring 2. Rear pivot spring 15. Tighten the front nut on left hydro control Figure 47 linkage shown in Figure 48. 1. Hydro control linkage 3. Incorrect position 2. Swivel 4. Correct position Adjusting the Right Side Linkage 1.

  • Page 41: Adjusting The Neutral Stud

    Note: The OPC levers must be held down whenever the speed control lever is out of the neutral position or the engine will kill. 3. Adjust the left and right neutral stud until the clevis pin in the yoke touches the back end of the slot in the control arm (Figure 51).

  • Page 42: Adjusting The Control Rod

    3. Rotate the rod several turns if the tire is rotating fast. Then, adjust the rod in 1/2 turn increments. 4. Place the clevis pin into the drive lever (Figure 52). Figure 51 Figure 52 1. Neutral control linkage 5. Slot in control arm bracket 1.

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Tracking

    a sulky or bagger, are added to the mower and excessively uneven terrain. Use Figure 55 for the traction spring options. Figure 53 1. Handle 5. Neutral position 2. Neutral lock 6. Drive lever 3. Handle 7. Full speed forward 4.

  • Page 44: Replacing The Caster Wheel Fork

    3. Pull the caster wheel fork out of the mounting tube, leaving the spacer(s) on the bottom of the fork. Remember the location of the spacers on each fork to ensure correct installation, and to maintain a level deck. 4. Insert a pin punch into the mounting tube and carefully drive out the bushings (Figure 58).

  • Page 45: Servicing The Caster Wheel And Bearings

    Servicing the Caster Wheel bottoms against the inside of the caster forks and Bearings (Figure 59). 7. Grease the fitting on the caster wheel. The caster wheels rotate on a roller bearing supported by a spanner bushing. If the bearing is Adjusting the Electric Clutch kept well lubricated, wear will be minimal.

  • Page 46: Brake Maintenance

    help insure adequate cooling and correct engine 7. Rotate the brake rod in the yokes. To tighten speed and will reduce the possibility of overheating the brake, lengthen the rod between the yokes. and mechanical damage to the engine. To loosen the brake, shorten the rod between the yokes (Figure 61).

  • Page 47: Replacing The Pto Drive Belt

    4. Unlatch and remove the belt covers. 5. Remove the PTO drive belt. Refer to Replacing the PTO Drive Belt. 6. Disconnect the idler arm spring to relieve tension on the idler arm and idler pulley, then remove the worn mower belt (Figure 62 or Figure 63).
  • Page 48 8. Install the new belt onto the engine pulley and spring loaded idler pulley (Figure 64). 9. Roll the belt onto the center pulley on the mower deck (Figure 64). Use caution when install the belt as tension will increase because of the spring loaded idler pulley.

  • Page 49: Adjusting The Pto Drive Belt Idler Spring Anchor

    Use Figure 66 for the idler position options. Figure 64 40 inch, 48 inch, and 52 inch Mower Deck shown Figure 66 1. PTO drive belt guide 4. PTO engagement pulley 1. PTO drive belt idler pulley 4. Most tension for worn belts 2.

  • Page 50: Hydraulic System Maintenance

    Fluid Type: Mobil 1 15W-50 synthetic motor oil or equivalent synthetic oil. Important: Use oil specified or equivalent. Other fluids could cause system damage. Hydraulic System Oil Capacity: 67 oz. (2.0 l) Note: There are two ways of checking the hydraulic oil.
  • Page 51 4. Locate the filter under the fuel tank and place drain pan under filter (Figure 69). Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury. • If hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin it must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with this type of injury.

  • Page 52: Mower Deck Maintenance

    Important: Use oil specified or equivalent. Other fluids could cause system damage. Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury. 12. Start engine and let run for about two minutes to purge air from the system. Stop the engine •...

  • Page 53: Inspecting The Blades

    Before Inspecting or Servicing the Checking for Bent Blades Blades 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the the parking brake. blades and set the parking brake. Turn the ignition key to off.

  • Page 54: Removing The Blades

    To ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards. 1. Hold the blade end using a rag or thickly-padded glove.

  • Page 55: Correcting The Mower Quality Of Cut

    Correcting the Mower Sharpening the Blades Quality of Cut 1. Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both ends of the blade (Figure 76). Maintain the If one deck blade cuts lower than the other, correct original angle. The blade retains its balance if as follows.
  • Page 56 6. Loosen the carrier frame mounting bolts on both sides of the machine (Figure 78). 7. Align the carrier frame and engine deck to match 1-5/16 inch (33 mm), plus or minus a 1/4 inch (6 mm) at location A (Figure 78). 8.

  • Page 57: Checking The Mower Deck

    Checking the Mower Deck 3. Measure carrier frame height at location B Front-to-Rear Pitch (Figure 80). 4. The height at location A must be an 1/8-3/8 1. Adjust the tire pressure in the inch (3 mm -10 mm) lower than location B rear tires to specifications;...

  • Page 58: Changing The Mower Deck

    Changing the Mower Deck Front-to-Rear Pitch Changing the front-to-rear pitch is done by adjusting the front height-of-cut posts. 1. To change the front-to-rear pitch, the front height-of-cut posts can be adjusted (Figure 84). Figure 85 40 inch, 48 inch, and 52 inch Mower Deck shown 2.

  • Page 59: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    2. Set the height-of-cut to the 4 inch (101.6 mm) C. Adjust the front mower deck support pins. position following the height-of-cut decal. 6. Check the carrier frame front-to-rear pitch. 3. With the machine on level surface, position Replacing the Grass one blade front-to-rear.

  • Page 60: Cleaning

    2. Place spacer and spring onto grass deflector. Place the L end of spring behind deck edge. Note: Make sure the L end of spring is installed behind deck edge before installing the bolt as shown in Figure 89. 3. Install bolt and nut. Place the J hook end of spring around grass deflector (Figure 89).

  • Page 61: Storage

    Storage 9. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its condition; refer to Servicing the Spark Plug in Engine Maintenance, page 29. With the spark Cleaning and Storage plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug parking brake, and turn the ignition key to off.

  • Page 62: Troubleshooting

    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 choke lever to choke position. 3.
  • Page 63 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Machine does not drive. 1. Speed control lever is in 1. Move the speed control neutral. lever to a forward position. 2. Neutral locks engaged. 2. Disengage the neutral locks. 3. Hydraulic oil reservoir 3. Add hydraulic oil to the low.
  • Page 64 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Blades do not rotate. 1. Drive belt is worn, loose 1. Check the belt tension. or broken. 2. Drive belt is off pulley. 2. Install drive belt and check adjusting shafts and belt guides for correct position.

  • Page 65: Schematics

    Schematics Hydraulic Schematic (Rev. A)
  • Page 66 Electrical Schematic (Rev. A)
  • Page 67 The use of any add-on or modied 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 modied part.

  • Page 68: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatised with your Distributor’s service or have difculty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.

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