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Toro 30696 Operator's Manual

Toro 30696 Operator's Manual

Commercial walk-behind mower, fixed deck, t-bar, gear, with 40in or 48in turbo force cutting unit
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Form No. 3361-940 Rev A
Commercial Walk-Behind Mower
Fixed Deck, T-Bar, Gear, with 40in or 48in
TURBO FORCE
®

Cutting Unit

Model No. 30696—Serial No. 290000001 and Up
Model No. 30698—Serial No. 290000001 and Up
To register your product or download an Operator's Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge, go to www.Toro.com.
Original Instructions (EN)

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  • Page 1: Cutting Unit

    TURBO FORCE ® Cutting Unit Model No. 30696—Serial No. 290000001 and Up Model No. 30698—Serial No. 290000001 and Up To register your product or download an Operator's Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge, go to www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Introduction..............2 Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model Safety ................3 and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 Safe Operating Practices ........3 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers Toro Mower Safety ..........

  • Page 3: Safety

    Safety Operating the Blade Control Lever (PTO) ............14 The Safety Interlock System........ 15 Note: The addition of attachments made by Driving Forward or Backward......15 other manufacturers that do not meet American Using the Lower Control Bar ......15 National Standards Institute certification will cause Stopping the Machine.........

  • Page 4: Toro Mower Safety

    • Look behind and down before backing up to be sure The following list contains safety information specific of a clear path. to Toro products and other safety information you must know. • Keep pets and bystanders away. • Slow down and use caution when making turns and This product is capable of amputating hands and crossing roads and sidewalks.

  • Page 5: General Operation

    • Do not touch equipment or attachment parts which may be hot from operation. Allow to cool before attempting to maintain, adjust or service. • Use only Toro-approved attachments. Warranty may be voided if used with unapproved attachments. • Check carefully for overhead clearances (i.e.

  • Page 6: Slope Chart

    Slope Chart...

  • Page 7: 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. 98-0776 43-8480 98-3256 66-1340 REVERSE TRACTION DRIVE 82-2280 98-3266 82-2280 82-2290 95-2814...
  • Page 8 95-5537 99-3943 1. Read the Operator’s 3. Pull back to disengage 1. Engine Manual for instructions on operating the cutting blade 2. Push forward to engage 104-8569 98-4387 1. Warning—wear hearing protection. 106-0699 98-5130 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for instructions on torquing the blade bolt/nut to 75-80 ft-lb (102-106 N⋅m).
  • Page 9 110-2068 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. 105-0884 110-6916 Manufacturer’s Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.

  • Page 10: Product Overview

    Product Overview Figure 3 1. Side discharge 5. T-bar control Figure 4 2. Mower deck 6. Handle 3. Recoil starter 7. Front caster wheel 1. Throttle control 7. Parking brake 4. Gas tank lever-released position 2. Blade control bail 8. Choke 3.

  • Page 11: Specifications

    Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to Shift the transmission to reverse and squeeze the lower www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments control bar and handle together to engage the rearward and accessories.

  • Page 12: 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). Leaded others and can damage property.

  • Page 13: Think Safety First

    Important: Do not use fuel additives containing methanol or ethanol. Children or bystanders may be injured if they Add the correct amount of gas move or attempt to operate the machine while stabilizer/conditioner to the gas. it is unattended. Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh gasoline.

  • Page 14: Operating The Blade Control Lever (Pto)

    6. To start a cold engine, move the throttle control 5. Pull wire off spark plug(s) to prevent possibility of midway between the fast and slow positions. accidental starting before storing or performing maintenance on the machine. 7. To start a warm engine, move the throttle control to the fast position.

  • Page 15: The Safety Interlock System

    Note: It is necessary to fully and manually disengage throttle control in the fast position for best mowing the blade control lever. performance. Driving Forward The Safety Interlock System 1. To go forward, move the shift lever to a forward gear (Figure 9).

  • Page 16: Stopping The Machine

    Driving Backward Up a Curb 1. Disengage the mower blades. A blade can be bent or damaged when driving 2. Select reverse to drive the machine. up a curb. Pieces of blade that may be thrown could seriously injure or kill you or bystanders. 3.

  • Page 17: Transporting Machines

    Transporting Machines Adjusting the Blade Height Adjust the blades by using the 4 spacers (1/4 inch) Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the (6 mm) on the blade spindle bolts. This allows for a machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all 1-inch (25 mm) adjustment range, in 1/4 inch (6 mm) necessary lighting and marking as required by law.

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Flow Baffle

    Adjusting the Axle Height Adjust the axle position to the selected height-of-cut setting. Refer to the Height-of-Cut Chart. 1. Disengage the blade control (PTO) lever and set the parking brakes. 2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.

  • Page 19: Positioning The Flow Baffle

    Position A This is the full rear position. The suggested use for this position is a follows (Figure 16). • Use for short, light grass mowing conditions. • Use in dry conditions. • For smaller grass clippings. • Propels grass clippings farther away from the mower.

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Handle Height

    • Use in wet conditions. (Figure 19). • Lowers the engine power consumption. • Allows increased ground speed in heavy conditions. • This position is similar to the benefits of the Toro SFS mower.
  • Page 21 Figure 19 1. Control rod 4. Clevis pin 2. Control rod fitting 5. Washer 3. Idler bracket 6. Hairpin cotter pin 2. Loosen the upper flange bolts (3/8 x 1 inch) and flange nut securing handle to rear frame (Figure 20). Figure 20 1.

  • Page 22: Height Of Cut Chart

    Height of Cut Chart Number of spacers Number of 1/4 inch blade spacers below spindle below caster 1/2 inch 3/16 inch (5 (13mm) Axle Position 1 inch (26 1–1/4 inch 1–1/2 inch 1–3/4 inch 2 inch (51 (32 mm) (38 mm) (45 mm) 1–1/8 inch 1–3/8 inch...

  • Page 23: 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. • Change the engine oil. After the first 8 hours • Check the mower belt tension. •...

  • Page 24: 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 Figure 22 position.

  • Page 25: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval/Specification Service Interval: Every 25 hours Every 50 hours Every 200 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) Inspect the foam and paper elements and replace them if they are damaged or excessively dirty. Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently (every few operating hours) if the operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.

  • Page 26: Servicing The Engine Oil

    2. Place the air cleaner assembly onto the air cleaner base and secure it with the 2 wing nuts (Figure 24). 3. Place the air cleaner cover into position and tighten the cover knob (Figure 24). Servicing the Engine Oil Service Interval/Specification Figure 26 Service Interval: Before each use or daily...

  • Page 27: Servicing The Spark Plugs

    4. Install the replacement oil filter to the filter adapter, turn the oil filter clockwise until the rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter, then tighten the filter an additional 3/4 turn (Figure 28). 5. Fill the crankcase with the proper type of new oil; refer to Servicing the Engine Oil.

  • Page 28: Fuel System Maintenance

    Fuel System 4. Clean around the spark plugs to prevent dirt from falling into the engine and potentially causing Maintenance damage. 5. Remove the spark plugs and the metal washers. Servicing the Fuel Tank Checking the Spark Plugs 1. Look at the center of the spark plugs (Figure 30). If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely engine is operating properly.

  • Page 29: Replacing The Fuel Filter

    5. Remove the filter from the fuel lines. 6. Install a new filter and move the hose clamps close to the filter. 7. Open fuel shut-off valve at fuel tank (Figure 31). 8. Check for fuel leaks and repair if needed. 9.

  • Page 30: Drive System Maintenance

    Drive System Cooling System Maintenance Maintenance Checking the Tire Pressure Cleaning the Air Intake Screen Service Interval: Every 50 hours Before each use remove any build-up of grass, dirt or other debris from the cylinder and cylinder head Check the pressure at the valve stem (Figure 33). cooling fins, air intake screen on flywheel end, and carburetor-governor levers and linkage.

  • Page 31: Brake Maintenance

    Brake Maintenance Servicing the Brakes Before each use, check brakes on both a level surface and slope. Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. If the parking brake does not hold securely, an adjustment is required. Checking the Brakes Figure 35 1.

  • Page 32: Belt Maintenance

    Belt Maintenance 4. Remove the mower belt; refer to Replacing the Mower Belt (Figure 37). Checking the Belts Service Interval: Every 50 hours/Monthly (whichever comes first) Look for dirt, wear, cracks and signs of overheating. Replacing the Traction Drive Belt 1.

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Mower Belt Tension

    Note: The proper mower belt tension is 10-15 lbf. the turnbuckle toward the front of the mower to (44-67 N) with the belt deflected 1/2 inch (13 mm) decrease the tension on the belt (Figure 39). halfway between the pulleys (Figure 38). Note: The eyebolt threads on both ends of the turnbuckle should be engaged a minimum of 5/16 inch (8 mm).
  • Page 34 The PTO engagement linkage adjustment is located beneath the front left hand corner of the engine deck. 1. Disengage the blade control (PTO) lever and set the parking brakes. 2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
  • Page 35 Figure 43 1. Assist arm 3. Rear assist arm stop Figure 44 2. Front assist arm stop 4. Turnbuckle 1. Bellcrank 3. Switch mounting bracket 2. Bolts and nuts 4. Switch body 8. To adjust the assist arm link, remove the hairpin cotter pin from the assist arm (Figure 43).

  • Page 36: Mower Deck Maintenance

    Mower Deck Checking for Bent Blades 1. Rotate the blades until the ends face forward and Maintenance backward (Figure 46). Servicing the Cutting Blades To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blades sharp. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to keep extra blades on hand.

  • Page 37: Adjusting The Blade Brake

    Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards. 1. Hold the blade bolt with a wrench. 2. Remove the nut, blade bolt, curved washer, blade, spacers, and thin washer from the spindle (Figure 48).

  • Page 38: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    Figure 51 1. Spring mounting bolts 3. 1/8-3/16 inch (3 mm–5 2. Blade brake pad Figure 52 1. Bolt 5. Spring installed Replacing the Grass Deflector 2. Spacer 6. Grass Deflector 3. Locknut 7. L end of spring, place behind deck edge before installing bolt 4.

  • Page 39: Storage

    Storage 11. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is available from your Authorized Service Dealer. 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking 12. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the area.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine will not start, starts hard, or fails 1. Fuel tank is empty. 1. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. to keep running. 2. Fuel shut off valve is closed. 2. Open the fuel shut off valve. 3.
  • Page 41 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Blades do not rotate. 1. Mower deck belt is worn or loose. 1. Check the belt tension. 2. Mower deck belt is broken. 2. Install a new deck belt. 3. Mower deck belt is off pulley. 3.

  • Page 42: Schematics

    Schematics Electrical Schematic (Rev. -)
  • Page 43 Notes:...

  • Page 44: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Toro products outside 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 dissatisfi ed with your Distributor’s service or have diffi culty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.

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