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Toro Proline 30187 Operator's Manual

Toro Proline 30187 Operator's Manual

Mid–size traction unit proline hydro 15hp
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Form No. 3328–540 Rev B
Mid–Size Traction Unit
Proline Hydro 15hp
Model No. 30187—Serial No. 240000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
Register your product at www.Toro.com
Original Instructions (EN)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3328–540 Rev B Mid–Size Traction Unit Proline Hydro 15hp Model No. 30187—Serial No. 240000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Register your product at www.Toro.com Original Instructions (EN)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Installing the Control Rods ....Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and Installing the Battery ..... . .

  • Page 3: Safety

    Training • Read the Operator’s Manual and other training material. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) can not read English it is the owner’s responsibility to explain this material to them. • Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls, and safety signs. m–3097 •...

  • Page 4: Toro Mower Safety

    • Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of The following list contains safety information specific a clear path. to Toro products and other safety information you must know. • Keep pets and bystanders away. This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and •...

  • Page 5: Slope Operation

    Allow to cool before attempting for proper operation before each use. to maintain, adjust or service. • Use only Toro genuine replacement parts to ensure that • Use only Toro-approved attachments. Warranty may be original standards are maintained.

  • Page 6: Slope Chart

    Slope Chart...

  • Page 8: Safety And Instruction Decals

    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. 82-4590 104-2838 95-1523 106-0699 95-2814 Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery. 1.
  • Page 9 106-0702 106-0687 95-1544 95-5859...

  • Page 10: Gasoline And Oil

    Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Warning Use Unleaded Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded regular gasoline Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. may be used if unleaded regular is not available. Long–term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness.

  • Page 11: Setup

    Replace (6) 1/2 x 1 inch flange bolts supplied with mowers Flange bolt, 1/2 x 1-3/4 inch Hydraulic filter Use for initial hydraulic filter change Operator’s Manual Engine Operator’s Manual Read before operating machine Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro...

  • Page 12: Installing The Drive Wheels

    Installing the Drive Wheels Installing the Left Control Rod 1. Slide clevis pin through rod fitting and mounting hole 1. Mount wheels to wheel motor hubs with 8 lug nuts in control bracket (from outside). Secure with washer (Figure 2). Torque bolts to 55 ft–lb (75 N and hairpin cotter (Figure 4).

  • Page 13: Installing The Battery

    Installing the Battery 6. Connect rod to upper control bars with previously removed hairpin cotter, tighten wing nut and turnbuckle. Warning CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.

  • Page 14: Activating The Battery

    7. Mount battery to holder with 2 support rods, a battery Danger clamp and 2 locknuts (1/4 inch). Position support rods in mounting holes (Figure 7). Tighten locknuts so battery is held securely in position and will not slide. Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a Do Not overtighten.

  • Page 15: Operation

    Think Safety First Please carefully read all the safety instructions and symbols in the safety section. Knowing this information could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury. The use of protective equipment for eyes, hearing, feet and head is recommended. Caution This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85 dBA at the operators ear and can cause hearing...

  • Page 16: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    Stopping the Engine Fuel Shut–off Valve – (Under fuel tank) Close fuel shut–off valve when transporting or storing mower. 5. Move the throttle lever to the slow position (Figure 12). Hour Meter – Shows total hours that machine has been operated.

  • Page 17: The Safety Interlock System

    4. Repeat procedure to engage mower blades if blade 3. Rotate the ignition key to the start position and slowly control bail is released. move the control bar back to neutral. The engine should not crank until control bar is within 5 degrees of neutral position.

  • Page 18: Placing Machine In Neutral

    Placing Machine in Neutral Driving Forward 1. To go forward, slowly press on the upper control bar against the reference bar (Figure 14). Release the upper control bar to stop. The machine will automatically return to neutral. When in neutral, the 2.

  • Page 19: Pushing The Machine By Hand

    • Secure a trailer to towing vehicle with safety chains. Important If the machine is loaded on a truck or trailer for transport, securely restrain the machine to prevent movement. Pushing the Machine by Hand The by–pass valve also allows the machine to be pushed by hand with the engine not running for easier servicing.

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Engine oil—check level • Safety System—check Each Use • Battery electrolyte—check • Cooling system—clean • Engine oil—change After first 8 Hours •...
  • Page 21 Removing the Foam and Paper Elements 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the key. 2. Clean around the air cleaner cover to prevent dirt from getting into the engine and causing damage. Unlatch cover (Figure 16).

  • Page 22: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Servicing the Engine Oil Change the engine oil: • After the first 8 operating hours. Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó • After every 100 operating hours. Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Note: Change oil more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.

  • Page 23: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Changing the Engine Oil Filter 2. Pull the wire(s) off the spark plug(s) (Figure 22). Now clean around the spark plug(s) to prevent dirt from Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other oil falling into the engine and potentially causing damage. change.

  • Page 24: Cleaning The Cooling Systems

    Checking the Tire Pressure Installing the Spark Plug 1. Install the spark plug(s) and metal washer. Make sure Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as the air gap is set correctly. specified. Uneven tire pressure can cause uneven cut. Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 2.

  • Page 25: Servicing The Fuel Tank

    m–3100 m–3095 Figure 26 Figure 27 1. Fuse 7.5 amp 1. Fuel shut-off valve 2. Clamp Servicing the Fuel Tank Servicing the Fuel Filter Replace the fuel filter after every 200 operating hours or Danger yearly, whichever occurs first. In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely Replacing the Fuel Filter flammable and highly explosive.

  • Page 26: Servicing The Hydraulic System

    m–2596 m–2613 Figure 28 Figure 29 1. Hose clamp 3. Filter 1. Hydraulic tank cap 2. Fuel tank cap\dipstick 2. Fuel line Replacing the Hydraulic Filter Servicing the Hydraulic System Change the hydraulic filter: Checking the Hydraulic Fluid • After the first 8 operating hours. Check the hydraulic fluid level before engine is first started •...

  • Page 27: Adjusting The By-Pass Valve

    4. Install replacement hydraulic filter onto the filter Warning adapter. Turn the oil filter clockwise until the rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter, then tighten the filter an additional 1/2 turn (Figure 31). Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury. 5.

  • Page 28: Replacing The Traction Belt

    8. If the machine accelerates slowly, and the front caster wheels do not lift off the ground, the machine is too un–responsive. Adjustment is required. Adjusting the By–pass Valve The by–pass valve should be adjusted to deliver best performance for the size (weight) mower you have. The by–pass valve factory setting is 1/2 turn out.

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Electric Clutch

    Adjusting the Machine Neutral If wheels turn when control bar is in neutral, adjustment is required 1. Raise rear of the machine so wheels are off the ground and support with jack stands. Caution Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while it is m–2614 unattended.

  • Page 30: Servicing The Battery

    m–1262 Figure 36 1. Filler caps 3. Plates 2. Lower part of tube m–3071 Figure 35 Adding Water to the Battery 1. Top jam nut 3. Bottom jam nut 2. Sleeve 4. Pump arm The best time to add distilled water to the battery is just before you operate the machine.

  • Page 31: Removing The Battery

    6. Remove the filler caps from the battery and connect a 3. Lift the black rubber cover up on the negative cable. 3 to 4 amp battery charger to the battery posts. Charge Disconnect the negative (black) ground cable from the the battery at a rate of 4 amperes or less for 4 hours battery post (Figure 37).

  • Page 32: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram KEY SWITCH P/N 23–0660 START WIRE COLOR CODES PINK BLACK BROWN IGNITION BLUE GREEN VIOLET GREY WHITE ORANGE YELLOW KEY SW. – STARTER SOLENOID HOUR METER NEUTRAL SW. – NEUTRAL SW. (CLOSED WHEN (CLOSED WHEN IN NEUTRAL) IN NEUTRAL) KOHLER ENGINE CLUTCH SW.

  • Page 33: Hydraulic Diagram

    Hydraulic Diagram Motor Right Side Pump Right Side Filter Expansion Tank Pump Left side Cooler Motor Left side Charge Pump Inlet Case Drain Cleaning and Storage 4. Change the crankcase oil; refer to Servicing the Engine Oil, page 22. 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the 5.

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    9. Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in 15. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per local codes. the tank. Follow mixing instructions from stabilizer Important Do not store stabilizer/conditioned gasoline manufacturer. Do not use an alcohol based stabilizer over 90 days.
  • Page 35 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine overheats. Engine load is excessive. Reduce ground speed. Oil level in crankcase is low. Add oil to crankcase. Cooling fins and air passages Remove obstruction from under engine blower housing cooling fins and air passages. are plugged.

  • Page 36: 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.

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