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Toro 17-44HXLE Wheel Horse 71283 Operator's Manual

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Form No. 3326-536
17-44HXLE
Wheel Horse Lawn Tractor
Model No. 71283—Serial No. 220010001 and Up
Operator's Manual
International English (GB)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3326-536 17-44HXLE Wheel Horse Lawn Tractor Model No. 71283—Serial No. 220010001 and Up Operator’s Manual International English (GB)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ......additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and Slope Chart .

  • Page 3: Safety

    Danger signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious All drivers should seek and obtain professional and injury or death if you do not follow the recommended practical instruction. Such instruction should precautions. emphasize: Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or –...

  • Page 4: Maintenance And Storage

    Operation – change into neutral and set the parking brake; – stop the engine and remove the key. Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect. Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine, and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) or remove the ignition Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.

  • Page 5: Toro Riding Mower Safety

    Toro Riding Mower Safety The following list contains safety information specific to Toro products or other safety information that you must know that is not included in the CEN standard. Use only Toro-approved attachments. Warranty may 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. 92-5730 1. Choke 3. Throttle—slow 2. Throttle—fast 93-6676 1. To set the parking brake, push the clutch/brake pedal, lift the parking brake lever, and take your foot off of the clutch/brake pedal.
  • Page 10 104-4164 1. Contains lead,—do not 3. Wear eye 5. Sulfuric acid can cause 7. Maximum fill line throw the battery in the protection—explosive gases blindness or severe burns. 8. Minimum fill line garbage. can cause blindness and 6. Flush eyes immediately with 9.

  • Page 11: Gasoline And Oil

    Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not available. Important Never use methanol, gasoline containing methanol, or gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol because the fuel system could be damaged.

  • Page 12: Using Stabilizer/Conditioner

    Using Stabilizer/Conditioner Operation Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to provide Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine the following benefits: from the normal operating position. Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days or less. For longer storage, drain the fuel tank Think Safety First Cleans the engine while it runs...

  • Page 13: Parking Brake

    Parking Brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. Setting the Parking Brake 1. Push the brake pedal (Fig. 3) down and hold it in the depressed position. 2. Lift the parking brake lever (Fig. 3) up and gradually take your foot off of the brake pedal.

  • Page 14: Setting The Height Of Cut

    Disengaging the Blade(s) Starting and Stopping the Engine 1. Depress the brake pedal to stop the machine. 2. Move the blade control (PTO) to Disengaged (Fig. 5). Starting 1. Sit down on the seat. Setting the Height of Cut 2. Set the parking brake; refer to Setting the Parking Brake, page 13.

  • Page 15: The Safety Interlock System

    Setting the KeyChoice Switch to Operate in Reverse An interlock feature on the tractor prevents the power take off (PTO) from operating when backing up. If you shift into reverse with the PTO engaged (i.e., with mower blades or other attachment running), the engine will stop. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.

  • Page 16: Testing The Safety System

    3. Turn the KeyChoice key. 4. Put the PTO lever in the Disengage position, the traction control pedal in neutral, and set the parking A red light on the front console (Fig. 11) turns on, brake. Start the engine. While the engine is running, indicating that the interlock is disabled.

  • Page 17: Driving Forward Or Backward

    Driving Forward or Backward Stopping the Machine The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured To stop the machine, release the traction control pedal, in RPM (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle control disengage the PTO, and turn the ignition key to Off to stop in the Fast position for best performance.

  • Page 18: Tips For Mowing Grass

    Tips for Mowing Grass When Stopping If the machine must be stopped while mowing, a clump of Fast Throttle Setting grass clippings may drop onto your lawn. To avoid this: For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate the 1. With the blade(s) Engaged, move onto a previously cut engine at Fast.

  • Page 19: Recommended Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval After first 5 hours of use Change the engine oil. Check the engine oil level. Check the safety system. Each use Check the battery electrolyte. Every 5 hours Check the brakes. Grease the chassis.

  • Page 20: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Servicing the Engine Oil 5. Screw the oil dipstick fully onto the fill hole. Unscrew the dipstick again and look at the metal end. If the oil level is low, slowly pour only enough oil into the fill Check the oil level daily or after every 8 hours. hole to raise the level to the Full mark on the dipstick.

  • Page 21: Servicing The Battery

    Changing the Oil Filter Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use a paper towel to clean the battery and battery box. If the Replace the oil filter every 100 hours or every other oil battery terminals are corroded, clean them with a solution change.

  • Page 22: Installing The Battery

    m–5004 Figure 18 1. Vent caps 3. Lower line 2. Upper line m–4965 Figure 17 Danger 1. Negative cable (black) 4. Battery box 2. Rubber cover 5. Bolt and wing nut Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a 3. Positive cable (red) deadly poison and causes severe burns.

  • Page 23: Servicing The Brake

    Charging the Battery Checking the Brake 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the PTO, Warning set the parking brake, stop the engine, and remove the ignition key. Charging the battery produces gasses that can 2. Move the drive control wire to the Push position; refer explode.

  • Page 24: Greasing And Lubrication

    Greasing and Lubrication Removing the Foam and Paper Elements 1. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, stop the Grease the machine after every 25 operating hours or once engine, and remove the ignition key. a year, whichever occurs first. Grease more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.

  • Page 25: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements Servicing the Spark Plug Foam Element: Install a new spark plug after every 100 operating hours. Check the spark plug after every 25 operating hours. Make 1. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm water. sure that the air gap between the center and side electrodes When the element is clean, rinse it thoroughly.

  • Page 26: Checking The Tire Pressure

    Draining the Fuel Tank Danger 0.030 in. (0.76 mm) 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. 1870 Drain gasoline from the fuel tank when the engine is cold.

  • Page 27: Replacing The Fuel Filter

    Replacing the Fuel Filter 1-1/4 in. max. (32 mm) Replace the fuel filter after every 100 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first. The best time to replace the fuel filter (Fig. 27) is when the fuel tank is empty. Never install a dirty filter if it is removed from the fuel line.

  • Page 28: Servicing The Headlights

    Servicing the Headlights Installing the Bulb 1. The bulb has metal pins on the side of its base. Align Specification: Bulb #1156, automotive type the pins with the slots in the bulb holder and insert the base into the holder (Fig. 31). Push and rotate the bulb Removing the Bulb clockwise until it stops.

  • Page 29: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram KEY SWITCH NO CONNECTION B I A AND X Y WIRE COLOR CODES START B I S BROWN PINK XL SCH. (IGNITION) BLUE BLACK GREY YELLOW WHITE VIOLET GREEN KEY SW ORANGE BATTERY (PTO) SHOWN WITH PTO DISENGAGED FUEL SOLENIOD ALTERNATOR SEAT...

  • Page 30: Cleaning And Storage

    Cleaning and Storage 8. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its condition; refer to Servicing the Spark Plug, page 25. With the spark plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two tablespoons 1. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, stop the of engine oil into the spark plug hole.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The starter does not engage. 1. The blade control (PTO) is 1. Move PTO to Disengaged. engaged. 2. The parking brake is not on. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. The battery is dead. 3.
  • Page 32 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The engine overheats. 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce the ground speed. 2. The oil level in the crankcase is 2. Add oil to the crankcase. low. 3. The cooling fins and air 3.

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