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- Page 1 Form No. 3323-309 Wheel Horse 12–32 Recycler Rider 70089—000000001 and Up 70089—200000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Domestic English (EN)
- Page 2 The warning system in this manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied help you and others avoid personal injury, even death. with your new product, so feel free to contact your...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
....Operating-in-Reverse ....Toro Riding Mower Safety ... . Side Discharging or Bagging . - Page 4 Contents...
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Page 5: Safety
Safety This machine meets or exceeds the B71.1–1998 Be aware of the mower discharge direction and specifications of the American National Standards do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the Institute, in effect at the time of production. mower without either the entire grass catcher or However, improper use or maintenance by the the guard in place. -
Page 6: Slope Operation
Never carry children, even with the blades off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or Follow Toro’s recommendations for wheel interfere with safe machine operation. weight or counterweights to improve stability. -
Page 7: Toro Riding Mower Safety
The following list contains safety information Keep the machine free of grass, leaves, or other specific to Toro products or other safety information debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. that you must know that is not included in the ANSI Allow the machine to cool before storing. - Page 8 Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes. Heavy grass bags could cause loss of control or overturn the machine. Use only Toro-approved attachments. Warranty may be voided if used with unapproved attachments.
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Page 9: Slope Chart
Safety Slope Chart Read all safety instructions on pages 3–6. -
Page 11: Safety And Instruction Decals
Safety 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. IN FRONT OF SEAT IN FRONT OF SEAT ON STEERING TOWER ON DEFLECTOR (Part No. -
Page 12: Gasoline And Oil
Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for POTENTIAL HAZARD automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded In certain conditions gasoline is extremely regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is flammable and highly explosive. not available. WHAT CAN HAPPEN IMPORTANT: Never use methanol, gasoline A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn... -
Page 13: Stabilizer/Conditioner
Gasoline and Oil Stabilizer/Conditioner Filling the Fuel Tank Using a stabilizer/conditioner in the machine: Shut the engine off and set the parking brake. Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days Clean around fuel tank cap and remove the cap. or less. -
Page 14: Assembly
Secure battery cables to battery, page 15. Wing Nut Connect garden hose to washout port during Hose coupling maintenance. Operator’s Manual Read manual before operating rider. Registration Card Fill out and mail to Toro. Hang Tag Read for Warranty information. -
Page 15: Install Front Wheels
Assembly Install Front Wheels Slip steering wheel over shaft and line the steering wheel mount hole with the shaft mounting hole (Fig. 2). Toro logo should be Note: Grease axle shafts before installing readable from operator’s position. wheels Install wheel onto axle. -
Page 16: Activate The Battery
Assembly Figure 4 1. Wing nut 3. Filler cap Figure 3 2. Battery hold–down 1. Seat spacers (rubber) 7. Wire tie 2. Wire clamp 8. Spacers (metal) 3. Seat switch wire 9. Washer, 5/16” I.D. Lift up on top battery hold down and pivot 4. - Page 17 Assembly Slowly add electrolyte or distilled water to each cell until level is just below the “UPPER” fill line. Reinstall filler caps. Once battery is in POTENTIAL HAZARD service, distilled water only should be added; The battery terminals could short against never add more electrolyte.
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Page 18: Fill Crankcase With Oil
Assembly Fill Crankcase With Oil Ensure the oil level is to the full mark on the dipstick when it is fully installed. Do not overfill or engine damage may result. The rider is shipped from the factory without oil in the crankcase. -
Page 19: Operation
Operation Think Safety First Clutch Pedal Please carefully read all the safety instructions on (Fig. 2)—Used in conjunction with gear shift. pages 3–9. Knowing this information could help you, Depress clutch pedal fully when shifting gears and your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury. whenever brake is used. -
Page 20: Ignition Switch
Operation Releasing the Parking Brake Key Choice To release the parking brake, depress brake A hold and release switch used for deactivating the pedal, and parking brake lever will return it to its “Operating-In-Reverse” interlock feature. Located on disengaged position. Release brake pedal slowly. panel in front and below the seat (Fig. -
Page 21: Break-In
After the first five during operation, contact your local hours of operation, check the condition of the belts. Authorized TORO Service Dealer for assistance. Adjusting Height-of-Cut To engage blade for cutting, move height-of-cut control to the desired setting. -
Page 22: The Safety Interlock System
Operation The Safety Interlock System Before deactivating this interlock, be sure there are no children present on or near the property where you are using the tractor, and that none are likely to appear Understanding the Safety Interlock while you are mowing or operating an attachment. Be System extra observant after you have chosen to deactivate the interlock because the sound of the tractor’s engine... - Page 23 START. Engine should not crank; but if it does, the interlock system is malfunctioning and it must be repaired by an Authorized TORO Service Dealer. If engine does not crank, proceed to step 3.
- Page 24 If the engine does not stop running, shut the engine off and have interlock system repaired by an Authorized TORO Service Dealer. If the engine shuts off when you raise off the seat, the interlock system is functioning correctly and the rider can be operated safely.
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Page 25: Side Discharging Or Bagging
Operation Side Discharging or Bagging IMPORTANT: When the discharge cover is in place, it must be secured to the grass deflector with the metal tab and wingnut. To side discharge or use bagging attachment, stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Shut the engine off and remove the ignition key. -
Page 26: Stopping The Machine
Operation Note: For reverse motion, with the PTO Positioning the Seat engaged, the operating–in–reverse interlock must be deactivated by the The seat can move forward and backward. Position “key choice” switch located in front of the seat where you have the best control of the and below the seat. -
Page 27: Recycler Rider Tips
Your Toro Recycler rider has a new and completely grass. Follow these instructions for the best cutting different cutting concept. It leaves your lawn with a results and lawn appearance: bagged look without bagging clippings.The rider is... - Page 28 Operation MOWING IN EXTREME CONDITIONS—Air is required to cut and recut grass clippings in rider housing, so do not set height-of-cut too low POTENTIAL HAZARD or totally surround housing by uncut grass. Unexpected blade contact can occur Always try to have one side of the rider housing free from uncut grass, allowing air to be drawn WHAT CAN HAPPEN into housing.
- Page 29 Operation Then remove the wing nut securing the discharge Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full cover to the mower housing. Never remove the swath with each pass. grass deflector from the mower housing. Mow across the marginal areas a second time. Tips For Cutting Leaves POTENTIAL HAZARD In the fall, you can cut your leaves up into finely cut...
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Page 30: Maintenance
Maintenance Service Interval Chart Storage Spring Service Operation Notes Hours Hours Service Service Years Change Oil (Initial) Change Oil (Periodic) Before each Check Oil Level Before each Check System Interlock Check Cutter Blade Check Brake Grease Front Axle Spindles (2) & Wheel Bearings (2) and Rear Axle (2) More often in Lubricate Pivot Points... -
Page 31: Air Cleaner
Maintenance POTENTIAL HAZARD If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could start the engine. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Accidental starting of the engine could seriously injure you or other bystanders. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Remove the key from the ignition switch and pull the wire(s) off the spark plug(s) before you do any maintenance. -
Page 32: Engine Oil
Maintenance Insert a new paper cartridge into the air cleaner Checking Oil Level body. Reassemble the air cleaner. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, kerosene, are not to be used to clean the paper and turn the ignition key to “OFF”... -
Page 33: Spark Plug
Maintenance Place drain pan below drain plug (Fig. 11). Removing the Spark Plug Remove drain cap. Allow all oil to flow into Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the drain pan. Reinstall drain cap after oil stops parking brake, and turn the ignition key to flowing. -
Page 34: Greasing And Lubrication
Maintenance Clean the grease fittings with a rag. Make sure to scrape any paint off the front of the fitting(s). Connect a grease gun to the fitting. Pump grease into the fittings until grease begins to ooze out of 0.030” (.762 mm) the bearings. -
Page 35: Tire Pressure
Maintenance Tire Pressure Service Interval/Specification Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires at 20 psi (138 kPa). Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 25 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs first (Fig. 17). Check the tires when they are cold to get the most accurate pressure reading. -
Page 36: Fuel Tank
Maintenance Always set the parking brake when you stop the Fuel Tank machine or leave it unattended. If the parking brake does not hold securely, an adjustment is required. Draining The Fuel Tank Adjusting the Brake Adjust brake pucks if the parking brake does not hold POTENTIAL HAZARD or braking power is not sufficient when brake pedal is In certain conditions gasoline is extremely... -
Page 37: Front Wheel Toe-In
Maintenance Front Wheel Toe-In Service Interval/Specification Maintain toe-in of the front wheels as specified. If uneven tire wear, lawn scuffing or hard steering develop adjustment may be required. Check the toe-in after every 100 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first (Fig. 19). Specification: .06”... -
Page 38: Removing The Battery
Maintenance Removing the Battery 11. Using the bolt and wing nut, connect the negative (black) cable to the negative (–) battery Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the post (Fig. 22). parking brake, and turn the ignition key to “OFF”... -
Page 39: Servicing Cutter Blade
3 to 4 amp battery charger to the cannot be removed, contact an battery posts. Charge the battery at a rate of 4 Authorized TORO Service Dealer or a amperes or less for 4 hours (12 volts). Do not “service station” for assistance. - Page 40 Blade can fail and cause personal injury to bystanders. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Check blade often Replace if bent or out of balance Use genuine Toro replacement blade to ensure safety and best performance. NEVER USE A WILL-FIT REPLACEMENT BLADE. Figure 24 1.
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Page 41: Removing/Installing Cutting Unit
Maintenance Removing/Installing Cutting Unit Shut off engine and pull wire off spark plug. Remove ignition key Lock parking brake and turn front wheels to a full turn position to allow more clearance for cutting unit. Set height-of-cut control to lowest setting. Loosen belt guides near engine pulley and rotate Figure 27 them out of the way. -
Page 42: Adjusting Blade Drive Belt
Maintenance Adjusting Blade Drive Belt Install new deck belt if needed. Replace belt guides for transaxle pulley. Install Set height-of-cut lever in lowest setting and deck belt retainer on idler pulley and tighten locknut. engagement lever to ENGAGE. Remove cotter pin from adjustment rod (Fig. -
Page 43: Leveling Cutting Unit
Maintenance Leveling Cutting Unit Adjusting Gear Shift Neutral Position If the mower does not cut level from side-to-side and the cutting blade is not bent, level the cutting unit as An adjustment to the gear shift rod may be required if follows: gear shift will not go into neutral position. -
Page 44: Wiring Diagram
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Page 45: Cleaning And Storage
Maintenance Cleaning and Storage IMPORTANT: The battery must be fully charged to prevent it from freezing and being damaged at temperatures below 32 F (0 C). Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the A fully charged battery maintains its charge parking brake, and turn the ignition key to for about 50 days at temperatures lower than “OFF”... -
Page 46: Washing Underside Of Mower
Maintenance 12. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is available from your Authorized Service Dealer. 13. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage area. Remove the keys from the ignition and “key choice” switches and keep it in a memorable place. -
Page 47: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter does not crank Deck engagement lever is in Move deck engagement lever ENGAGE. into DISENGAGE. Battery is dead. Charge the battery. Electrical connections are Check electrical connections corroded or loose. for good contact. Transaxle is in gear. - Page 48 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Blade does not rotate Blade drive belt is worn, loose Install new blade drive belt. or broken. Blade drive belt is off pulley. Install blade drive belt and check idler pulley and belt guides for correct position. Engine loses power.
- Page 49 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Machine does not drive. Traction idler is adjusted Adjust traction drive belt. incorrectly. Traction belt is worn, loose, or Contact Authorized Service broken. Dealer. Traction belt is off pulley. Contact Authorized Service Dealer. Transaxle not shifting gears. Contact Authorized Service Dealer.
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Page 52: 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.