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Toro 30194 Operator's Manual

Toro 30194 Operator's Manual

36" mid-size mower
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FORM NO. 3319–802 Rev. A
ProLine
13 HP – 36"
Mid-Size Mower
Model No. 30194 – 890001
Operator's Manual
IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully. It contains information about your
safety and the safety of others. Also become familiar with the controls and
their proper use before you operate the product.

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  • Page 1 FORM NO. 3319–802 Rev. A ProLine 13 HP – 36” Mid-Size Mower Model No. 30194 – 890001 Operator’s Manual IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully. It contains information about your safety and the safety of others. Also become familiar with the controls and...
  • Page 2 Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product correctly. Reading this All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied manual will help you and others avoid personal injury with your new product, so feel free to contact your and damage to the product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Page Page Stopping the Machine ....Safety ....... . . Adjusting Height-of-Cut .

  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety This machine meets or exceeds safety Note: This engine is NOT equipped with a requirements B71.4–1990 of the American spark arrester muffler. Use or operation National Standards Institute for commercial of this mower in the State of California mowers, in effect at time of production. However, on any forest-covered, brush-covered improper use or maintenance by the operator or or unimproved grass-covered land,...
  • Page 5 If major repairs are ever needed or if assistance is desired, contact your local Authorized TORO Before using, always visually inspect to see that Service Dealer. the blades, blade fasteners and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged.
  • Page 6 Perform only those maintenance instructions described in this manual. If major repairs are ever needed or if assistance is desired, contact your local Authorized TORO Service Dealer. Before mower is cleaned, inspected, serviced, or adjusted, stop engine and disconnect wire from spark plug.

  • Page 7: Slope Chart

    Safety Slope Chart Read all safety instructions on pages 2–7.

  • Page 9: 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.
  • Page 10 Safety...

  • Page 11: Gasoline And Oil

    Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Stabilizer/Conditioner Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded to the gas. regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is Keeps gasoline fresh during storage not available.

  • Page 12: Assembly

    Assembly Loose Parts Note: Use the chart below to verify all parts have been shipped. DESCRIPTION QTY. Castor assemblies Bolt 3/8–16 x 3/4” (19 mm) Install front castors to mower Flange nut 3/8–16 Upper handle Bolt 3/8–16 x 1” (26 mm) Install upper handle to frame Locknut 3/8–16 Plastic terminal...

  • Page 13: Install Front Castors

    Hose clamp Operator’s Manual Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Parts Catalog Fill out and return to Toro Registration card Install Front Castors Install Upper Handle Align castors with holes on top and front of Position handle outside frame and align mower and insert (8) 3/8–16 x 3/4”...

  • Page 14: Wire Tie

    Assembly Connect Wire Harness Install Traction Control Rods Route wire harness inside of frame, along left Thread trunnions equal distance onto each handle and over throttle cable. Compress wire control rod. For a starting point thread on harness covering and press into lower and upper approximately 2 in.

  • Page 15: Connect Throttle Cable

    Assembly Connect Throttle Cable Check the gap between upper control bar and fixed bar with wheel drive fully engaged. Gap should be approximately 1 to 1-1/4 in. Place throttle control lever in FAST detent (25–32 mm) (Fig. 6). position.(Fig. 7). Note: The upper control bar and fixed bar Route cable along left handle, under fuel tank...

  • Page 16: Install Blade Control (Pto) Rod

    Assembly Install Blade Control (PTO) Replace the spring washer,dish down, and locknut (Fig. 8). Torque nut to 35 ft. lbs. (47 N m). Rotate blade control lever (PTO) away from left Shift lever to second gear and check alignment handle so rod drops down. of lever in slot of shifter plate.

  • Page 17: Mount Fuel Tank

    Assembly Mount Fuel Tank Push fuel line onto fuel tank fitting and secure with hose clamp (Fig. 11). Align fuel tank to top of rear frame and secure fuel tank right side with (2) 5/16–18 x 7/8 in. (22.5 mm) bolts, (2) 5/16 lock washers and (2) 5/16 washers (Fig.

  • Page 18: Operation

    Operation Think Safety First Recoil Starter – Pull recoil starter handle to start engine. Please carefully read all the safety instructions and Fuel Shut–off Valve – (In fuel line) Close fuel symbols in the safety section. Knowing this shut–off valve when transporting or storing mower. information could help you, pets or bystanders avoid injury.

  • Page 19: Parking Brake

    Operation Parking Brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. Setting the Parking Brake Pull the upper control bar rearward and hold it in this position (Fig. 13). Lift the parking brake lock up and gradually release the upper control bar (Fig.

  • Page 20: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    Operation Starting and Stopping Stopping the Engine Move the throttle lever to “SLOW” (Fig. 14). Note: If the engine has been working hard or Starting is hot, let it idle for a minute before stopping. This helps cool the engine. Make sure spark plug wire(s) are installed on In an emergency, the engine may be spark plug(s) and fuel valve is open.

  • Page 21: Operating Blade Control (Pto)

    Operation Operating Blade Control (PTO) The Safety Interlock System Understanding the Safety Interlock The blade control (PTO) lever engages and disengages power to the mower blades. System The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the Engaging the Mower Blades (PTO) engine from starting if: Pull on the upper control bar to stop the machine The throttle lever is all the way back, past...

  • Page 22: Driving Forward Or Backward

    Operation Driving Forward or Backward Backward To go backward, move the shift lever to reverse The throttle control regulates the engine speed as gear. measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle control in the “FAST” position for best Release the parking brake: refer to Releasing the performance.

  • Page 23: Adjusting Height-Of-Cut

    Operation Adjusting Height-of-Cut Adjust Axle Height Desired height-of-cut range can be obtained by A 1” to 4-1/4” range for height-of-cut can be achieved adjusting the rear axle and placing caster spacers by adjusting blade spacers, rear axle height and front above or below the caster arm (see chart).

  • Page 24: Height-Of-Cut Chart

    Operation Adjust Caster Position Using the height-of-cut chart, adjust the caster spacers to match with the axle hole selected (Fig. 19). Remove clevis pin, slide castor from support and change spacers(Fig. 19). Install castor in support and insert clevis pin(Fig. 19). m–3791 Figure 19 1.

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Service Operation Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Service Oil—check level Oil—change* Initial Oil Filter–change (200 hours or every other oil change) Safety System—check Brakes—check Cutting Blades – check Wheel Bearings—grease* All other fittings – grease Foam Air Cleaner—service* Paper Air Cleaner—replace* Spark Plug(s)—check...

  • Page 26: Air Cleaner

    Maintenance Air Cleaner Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements Foam Element Service Interval/Specification A. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 warm water. When the element is clean, operating hours. rinse it thoroughly. Paper Element: Replace after every 100 operating B.

  • Page 27: Engine Oil

    Maintenance Engine Oil Paper Element A. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to Service Interval/Specification remove dust and dirt (Fig. 22). Change oil: B. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and damage to the rubber seal. After the first 8 operating hours.
  • Page 28 Maintenance Checking Oil Level Changing/Draining Oil Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This the blade control (PTO) and set the parking. warms the oil so it drains better. Clean around the oil dipstick (Fig. 23) so dirt Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly cannot fall into the filler hole and damage the lower than the opposite side to assure the oil...

  • Page 29: Tire Pressure

    Maintenance Change Oil Filter Tire Pressure Service Interval/Specification Service Interval/Specification Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as oil change. specified. Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 50 operating hours or monthly, whichever Note: Change oil filter more frequently when...

  • Page 30: Spark Plug

    Maintenance Spark Plug Checking the Spark Plug Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 28). Service Interval/Specification If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating Check the spark plug(s) after every 200 operating on the insulator usually means the air cleaner is hours.

  • Page 31: Cutting Blades

    Maintenance Cutting Blades Inspecting the Blades Inspect the cutting edges (Fig 29). If the edges To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blades are not sharp or have nicks, remove and sharpen sharp. For convenient sharpening and replacement, the blades.
  • Page 32 Blades must be replaced if a solid object is hit, if the blade is out of balance or is bent. 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.

  • Page 33: Adjusting Blade Brake

    Maintenance Sharpening the Blades Adjusting Blade Brake Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both Before each use, check blade brake for proper ends of the blade (Fig. 33). Maintain the original operation. angle. The blade retains its balance if the same amount of material is removed from both cutting The blade brake must be adjusted to stop the blade(s) edges.

  • Page 34: Greasing And Lubrication

    Maintenance Greasing and Lubrication Lubricate the transmission couplers and idler arm pivots (Fig. 37). Service Interval/Specification Grease the wheel bearings every 8 operating hours and all other grease fittings 25 operating hours. Grease more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Grease Type: General-purpose grease.

  • Page 35: Brake

    Maintenance Brake Adjusting the Brake The brake lever is on the upper control bar (Fig. 12). Service Interval/Specification If the parking brake does not hold securely, an adjustment is required. Before each use, check brakes for proper operation. Check the brake before you adjust it; refer to Always set the parking brake when you stop the Checking the Brake, page 33.

  • Page 36: Fuel Tank

    Maintenance Fuel Tank Pull the fuel line off the fuel filter (Fig. 40). Open fuel shut-off valve and allow gasoline to drain into a gas can or drain pan. Draining The Fuel Tank Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty.

  • Page 37: Fuel Filter

    Maintenance Replacing the Wheel Belt Fuel Filter Service Interval/Specification Service Interval/Specification Check all belts after every 50 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs first. Look for dirt, wear, Replace the fuel filter after every 200 operating hours cracks and signs of overheating. or yearly, whichever occurs first.

  • Page 38: Replacing The Traction Belt

    Maintenance Replacing the Traction Belt Replacing the Mower Belts Service Interval/Specification Stop the engine, set the parking brake and remove the spark plug wire(s). Check belt tension after the first hour of operation Raise the rear of the machine and hold with jack and at least twice during the first 24 hours of stands.

  • Page 39: Adjusting Grass\Mud Scraper

    Maintenance Adjusting Grass\Mud Scraper Replacing the Grass Deflector Loosen the locknut holding scraper to the engine Remove the locknut, bolt, spring and spacer frame (Fig. 45). holding deflector to the mounts (Fig. 46). Rotate scraper until they align with center of Straighten deflector mounts if they are bent pulley grooves (Fig.

  • Page 40: Wiring Diagram

    Maintenance Wiring Diagram...

  • Page 41: Cleaning And Storage

    Maintenance Cleaning and Storage For long-term storage (more than 90 days) add stabilizer/conditioner additive to fuel in the tank (1 oz. per gallon). Disengage the blade control (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to A. Run engine to distribute conditioned fuel “OFF”...

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine will not start, starts hard, or Fuel tank is empty. Fill fuel tank with gasoline. f il t k fails to keep running. Choke is not ON. Move choke lever to ON. Air cleaner is dirty. Clean or replace air cleaner element.
  • Page 43 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Machine does not drive. Shift lever is in NEUTRAL. Move shift lever to a drive gear position. Traction belt is worn, loose or Change Belt. broken. Traction belt is off pulley. Change Belt. Abnormal vibration. Cutting blade(s) is/are bent or Install new cutting blade(s).

  • Page 44: Warranty

    Pickup and delivery charges for distances beyond a 15-mile radius from a TORO ProLine Service Dealer. TORO Products used for residential use are covered by a full two-year warranty. All repairs covered by this warranty must be performed by a TORO Service Dealer using Toro approved replacement parts.

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