Cleaning; Cleaning Under The Mower; Cleaning The Cab; Waste Disposal - Toro 30534 Operator's Manual

Cleaning

Cleaning Under the Mower

Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Remove the grass buildup under the mower daily.
1. Disengage the PTO, release the traction pedal to the
neutral position and set the parking brake.
2. Move the throttle lever to the Slow position, stop the
engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to
stop before leaving the operating position.
3. Raise the mower to the transport position.
4. Raise the front of the machine by using jack stands.
5. Thoroughly clean the underside of the mower with
water.

Cleaning the Cab

Important: Do not use a pressure washer to clean the
door and roof seals of the cab. Pressure washing can
break the seals and cause leakage. Use garden hose
pressure.

Waste Disposal

Engine oil, batteries, hydraulic oil, and engine coolant are
pollutants to the environment. Dispose of these according to
your state and local regulations.

Storage

Engine

1. Drain the engine oil from the oil pan and replace the
drain plug.
2. Remove and discard the oil filter. Install a new filter.
3. Refill the engine with 3.8 liters (4 quarts) of
recommended motor oil. Refer to Changing the
Engine Oil.
4. Start the engine and run it at idle speed for two minutes.
5. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank, fuel lines, pump,
filter, and separator. Flush the fuel tank with clean
diesel fuel and connect all fuel lines.
6. Thoroughly clean and service the air cleaner assembly.
7. Seal the air cleaner inlet and the exhaust outlet with
weather proof masking tape.
8. Check the oil filler cap and fuel tank cap to ensure they
are securely in place.

Machine

1. Thoroughly clean the machine, deck and the engine,
paying special attention to these areas:
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Radiator and radiator screen
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Underneath the deck
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Under the deck belt covers
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Counterbalance springs
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PTO shaft assembly
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All grease fittings and pivot points
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Remove the control panel and clean out inside of
the control box
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Beneath the seat plate and top of the transmission
2. Check and adjust front and rear tire pressure; refer to
Checking Tire Pressure.
3. Remove, sharpen, and balance the mower blades.
Install the blades and torque the blade fasteners to
115-149 N-m (85-110 ft-lb).
4. Check all fasteners for looseness and tighten them as
necessary.
5. Grease or oil all grease fittings, pivot points, and
transmission by-pass valve pins. Wipe off any excess
lubricant.
6. Lightly sand and use touch up paint on painted areas
that are scratched, chipped or rusted. Repair any dents
in the metal body.
7. Service the battery and cables as follows:
A. Remove the battery terminals from the battery
posts.
B. Clean the battery, terminals, and posts with a wire
brush and baking soda solution.
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