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Toro Wheel Horse 12–32 XL Operator's Manual

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FORM NO. 3321–898
Wheel Horse
12–32 XL
Lawn Tractor
Model No. 71199 – 9900001 & Up
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. 3321–898 Wheel Horse 12–32 XL Lawn Tractor Model No. 71199 – 9900001 & Up 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.
  • 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...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Page Page Installing the Safety ....... . . Discharge Cover .

  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety This machine meets or exceeds the B71.1–1996 General Operation specifications of the American National Standards Read, understand, and follow all instructions in Institute, in effect at the time of production. the operator’s manual and on the machine before However, improper use or maintenance by the starting.

  • Page 5: Slope Operation

    Safety 14. Do not operate the machine while under the Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. influence of alcohol or drugs. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. 15. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
  • Page 6 Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, the end of a fence or other objects 10. Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to that may obscure vision. ensure that original standards are maintained. 11. Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and Service service as required.

  • Page 7: Slope Chart

    Safety Slope Chart Read all safety instructions on pages 2–4.

  • 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. ON GRASS DEFLECTOR ON MOWER LEFT SIDE ALONGSIDE MOWER LIFT BRACKETS AND ON (Part No.

  • Page 10: 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 11: Stabilizer/Conditioner

    Gasoline and Oil Stabilizer/Conditioner Filling the Fuel Tank Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner Shut the engine off and set the parking brake. to the gas. Using a stabilizer/conditioner in the Clean around each fuel tank cap and remove the machine: cap.

  • Page 12: Operation

    Operation Think Safety First Parking Brake Please carefully read all the safety instructions and Always set the parking brake when you stop the symbols in the safety section. Knowing this machine or leave it unattended. information could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury.

  • Page 13: Positioning The Seat

    Operation Positioning the Seat Using the Blade Control (PTO) The seat can move forward and backward. Position The blade control (PTO) engages and disengages the seat where you have the best control of the power to the blade(s). machine and are most comfortable. Engaging the Blade(s) Raise the seat and loosen the adjustment knob (Fig.

  • Page 14: Setting The Height-Of-Cut

    Operation Setting the Height-of-Cut Starting and Stopping the Engine The height-of-cut lever (deck lift) is used to raise and lower the mower to the desired cutting height. Starting The cutting height may be set in one of seven Sit down on the seat. positions from approximately 1 to 4 inches (25 to 102 mm).
  • Page 15 Operation After the engine starts, slowly move the throttle Note: If the engine has been working hard or lever to “FAST” (Fig. 8). If the engine stalls or is hot, let it idle for a minute before hesitates, move the throttle lever back to turning the ignition key “OFF.”...

  • Page 16: The Safety System

    Operation The Safety System If you are certain that you can safely mow in reverse or operate an attachment, deactivate the operating–in–reverse interlock feature by turning the Understanding the Safety System “Key Choice” switch (Fig. 10), located in front of and below the seat, after engaging the blade (PTO).

  • Page 17: Testing The Safety System

    Operation POTENTIAL HAZARD A child or bystander could be backed over by a riding mower with its blade(s) engaged. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Blade contact will cause serious personal injury or death. m–1863 HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Figure 11 Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
  • Page 18 Operation Put the PTO lever in the “disengage” position and the gear shifter in neutral. Now start the engine. While the engine is running, move the PTO lever to the “engage” position, push in the clutch and put the gear shifter in reverse. The engine should stop.

  • Page 19: Driving Forward Or Backward

    Operation Driving Forward or Backward enough to move out in any speed. If it will not move out in a selected speed (i.e., #5) due to a heavy load, use a lower speed (i.e., #2). The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured in rpm (revolutions per minute).

  • Page 20: Side Discharge Or Mulch Grass

    Operation Side Discharge Installing the or Mulch Grass Discharge Cover To convert from side discharge to a mulching mower, install the discharge cover into the opening at the side of the mower. POTENTIAL HAZARD Shut the engine off and remove the ignition key. Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or complete grass catcher assembly Lift the grass deflector and place the discharge...

  • Page 21: Tips For Mowing Grass

    Operation Tips for Mowing Grass Avoid Cutting Too Low If the cutting width of the mower is wider than the Fast Throttle Setting mower you previously used, raise the cutting height one notch to ensure uneven turf is not cut too short. For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate the engine at “FAST.”...

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Spring Service Operation Notes Hours Hours Service Service Oil—Initial change Oil—periodic change (50 hours or once each season) Oil—check level Safety System—check Cutter Blade—check Brake—check Chassis—grease More often in More often in Foam Air Cleaner—service dusty, dirty dusty, d ty conditions...

  • Page 23: Greasing And Lubrication

    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 off the spark plug before you do any maintenance.

  • Page 24: Tire Pressure

    Maintenance Tire Pressure Adjusting the Brake Check the brake before you adjust it; refer to Service Interval/Specification Checking the Brake, page 22. Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires at To increase braking resistance, tighten the brake 20 psi (138 kPa).

  • Page 25: Wiring Diagram

    Maintenance Wiring Diagram...

  • Page 26: Fuse

    Maintenance Fuse Service Interval/Specification The electrical system is protected by fuses. No maintenance is required, however, if a fuse blows check the circuit wiring for a short. To replace a fuse pull up (Fig. 16) to remove from socket. Push down to insert.

  • Page 27: Battery

    Maintenance Battery Installing the Battery Put the battery into the battery box and slide the Service Interval/Specification vent tube into the channel and through the slot in the bottom of the box (Fig. 20). Check the electrolyte level in the battery every 5 hours.

  • Page 28: Charging The Battery

    Maintenance Checking Electrolyte Level Charging the Battery Tip the seat forward to see the battery. IMPORTANT: Always keep the battery fully charged (1.260 specific gravity). This is Look at the side of the battery. The electrolyte especially important to prevent battery must be up to the “UPPER”...

  • Page 29: Spark Plug

    Maintenance Spark Plug Checking the Spark Plug Look at the center of the spark plug (Fig. 23). If Service Interval/Specification you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating on Install a new spark plug after every 100 operating the insulator usually means the air cleaner is hours.

  • Page 30: Fuel Tank

    Maintenance Fuel Tank Draining The Fuel Tank POTENTIAL HAZARD In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. m–1873 WHAT CAN HAPPEN Figure 24 A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, others, and cause property damage. 1. Hose clamp 3.

  • Page 31: Air Cleaner

    Maintenance Air Cleaner Service Interval/Specification Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 operating hours. Paper Element: Replace after every 100 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first. Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently (every few hours) if operating m–1864 conditions are extremely dusty or Figure 26...
  • Page 32 Maintenance Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements Foam Element A. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm water. When the element is clean, rinse it thoroughly. B. Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth. C. Put one or two ounces of oil on the element (Fig.

  • Page 33: Engine Oil

    Maintenance Engine Oil Screw the oil dipstick fully onto the filler tube (Fig. 30). Unscrew the dipstick again and look at the metal end. If oil level is low, slowly pour Service Interval/Specification only enough oil into the filler tube to raise the level to the “FULL”...
  • Page 34 Maintenance Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified amount of oil into the filler tube (Fig. 30). Now check the oil level; refer to Checking Oil Level, page 31, steps 4–5. m–1869 Figure 31 1. Oil drain plug 2. Oil dipstick/fill tube...

  • Page 35: Cutting Blade

    Maintenance Cutting Blade To assure a superior quality of cut, keep the blade(s) sharp. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to have an extra blade(s). POTENTIAL HAZARD A blade that is worn or damaged could m–151 break apart and pieces could be thrown at Figure 32 bystanders or at you as you use the mower.
  • Page 36 Maintenance Sharpening the Blade(s) Installing the Blade(s) Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both Install the blade, blade retainer, curved washer ends of the blade (Fig. 34). Maintain the original (cupped side toward blade), and the blade bolt angle.

  • Page 37: Removing The Mower

    Maintenance Removing the Mower Park the machine on a level surface, disengage POTENTIAL HAZARD the blade control (PTO), shift into neutral, set The height-of-cut lever (deck lift) is the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to spring-tensioned. “OFF” to stop the engine. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Remove the key from the ignition switch and When the mower is being removed, this...
  • Page 38 Maintenance 10. Remove the mower belt from the lower engine pulley (Fig. 40). If you are careful, you can flex the belt guide(s) just far enough away from the pulley to remove the belt. If it is too difficult to remove the belt, loosen the bolts and nuts securing the belt guides.

  • Page 39: Installing The Mower

    Maintenance Installing the Mower Move the height-of-cut lever (deck lift) into the “A” notch. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Slide the end of the long rod through the hole in the blade control (PTO), shift into neutral, set the mower mount (Fig.

  • Page 40: Blade Drive Belt

    Maintenance Loosen the belt guide mounting bolts and move belt guides away from the pulley (Fig. 45). Remove the belt from the pulley. Installing the Blade Drive Belt Install the new belt around the blade pulley and inside both belt guides (Fig. 45). Adjust the belt guides so they are 1/8”...

  • Page 41: Side-To-Side Mower Leveling

    Maintenance Side-to-Side Mower Leveling (Fig. 47). A front hole lowers the blade height and a rear hole raises its height. Repeat this procedure on the opposite side. The mower blades must be level from side to side. Check the side-to-side level any time you install the mower or when you see an uneven cut on your lawn.

  • Page 42: Front-To-Rear Blade Slope

    Maintenance Front-to-Rear Blade Slope Measure the length of the rod extending out the front of the adjusting block on the sides of the chassis (Fig. 49). If the rod length is not 5/8” Check the front-to-rear blade slope any time you (16 mm), remove the hair pin cotter and washer install the mower.
  • Page 43 Maintenance IMPORTANT: If the slope adjustment does not stay in position after you adjust it, tighten the center bolt and lock nut and repeat step 9. m–1903 Figure 51 1. Mower pivot 3. Lock nut 2. Shoulder bolt 4. Mower 15.

  • Page 44: Washing Underside Of Mower

    Maintenance Washing Underside of Mower After each use wash the underside of the mower to POTENTIAL HAZARD prevent grass build-up for improved mulch action and A broken or missing washout fitting could clipping dispersal. expose you and others to thrown objects or blade contact.

  • Page 45: Cleaning And Storage

    Maintenance Cleaning and Storage A fully charged battery maintains its charge for about 50 days at temperatures lower than 40 F (4 C). If the temperatures will be above Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the 40 F (4 C), check the water level in the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to battery and charge it every 30 days.

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter does not crank Blade control (PTO) is Move blade control (PTO) to ENGAGED. DISENGAGED. Parking brake is not on. Set parking brake. Battery is dead. Charge the battery. Electrical connections are Check electrical connections corroded or loose.
  • Page 47 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine loses power (continued). Vent hole in fuel cap is Clean or replace the fuel cap. plugged. Dirt in fuel filter. Replace fuel filter. Dirt, water, or stale fuel is in Contact Authorized Service fuel system.

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