1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Toro Manuals
  4. Lawn Mower
  5. 30031
  6. Operator's manual

Toro 30031 Operator's Manual

Commercial walk-behind mower for floating deck, t-bar, gear with 91cm turbo force cutting unit
Hide thumbs Also See for 30031:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
Form No. 3356-471 Rev A
Commercial Walk-Behind
Mower
For Floating Deck, T-Bar, Gear with 91cm
TURBO FORCE® Cutting Unit
Model No. 30031—Serial No. 270000001 and Up
Register your product at www.Toro.com
Original Instructions (EN)

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Toro 30031

Summary of Contents for Toro 30031

  • Page 1 Form No. 3356-471 Rev A Commercial Walk-Behind Mower For Floating Deck, T-Bar, Gear with 91cm TURBO FORCE® Cutting Unit Model No. 30031—Serial No. 270000001 and Up Register your product at www.Toro.com Original Instructions (EN)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, general information worthy of special attention. or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have Contents the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product.
  • Page 3 Safety and Instructional Decals .... 8 Replacing the Caster Wheel Fork Product Overview ..........11 Bushings ......31 Controls ........... 11 Servicing the Caster Wheel and Specifications ........12 Bearings ......32 Operation............13 Adjusting the Electric Clutch ..... 32 Adding Fuel ........

  • Page 4: Safety

    Toro designed and tested this mower for • If gasoline is spilled, do not attempt to start the reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply...

  • Page 5: Maintenance And Storage

    • Avoid operating the lawn mower in wet grass, – after striking a foreign object, inspect the where feasible. lawn mower for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the lawn • Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other mower.

  • Page 6: Sound Pressure

    fixed parts of the lawn mower. • To ensure the best performance and safety, purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Do not use will fit parts and accessories; they may cause a safety hazard.

  • Page 7: Slope Chart

    Slope Chart...

  • Page 8: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional 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. 93-9353 1. Shut off fuel valve before transporting, rotate knob clockwise until it stops.
  • Page 9 93-7828 Manufacturer’s Mark 1. Thrown object hazard, mower—keep the deector in place. 1. Indicates the blade is identied as a part from the original 2. Cutting/dismemberment of hand or foot—stay away from machine manufacturer. moving parts. 98-1977 1. Entanglement hazard, belt—stay away from moving parts. 104-8185 98-3264 1.
  • Page 10 110-2068 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. 110-4972 1. Fast 3. Slow 5. Engine—Start 7. Choke 2. Continuous variable setting 4. Engine—stop 6. Engage bale then pull out on the PTO to engage the blade.

  • Page 11: Product Overview

    Product Overview Figure 4 1. Gear shift lever 7. Blade control bail 2. Power take off switch (PTO) 8. Upper control bar 3. Choke control 9. Upper handle 4. Lower handle 10. Throttle control 5. Lower control bar 11. Ignition switch Figure 3 6.

  • Page 12: Specifications

    A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories are available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories.

  • Page 13: Operation

    Operation In certain conditions during fueling, static Note: Determine the left and right sides of the electricity can be released causing a spark machine from the normal operating position. which can ignite the gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and Adding Fuel others and can damage property.

  • Page 14: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    • Cleans the engine while it runs • Eliminates gum-like varnish buildup in the fuel This machine produces sound levels in system, which causes hard starting excess of 85 dBA at the operator’s ear and Important: Do not use fuel additives can cause hearing loss through extended containing methanol or ethanol.

  • Page 15: Starting And Stopping The

    Releasing the Parking Brake 1. Pull rearward on the upper control bar. Lower the parking brake lock to the released position. 2. Gradually release the upper control bar. Starting and Stopping the Engine Starting the Engine 1. Make sure spark plug wire(s) are installed on spark plug(s) and fuel valve is open.

  • Page 16: The Safety Interlock System

    Testing the Safety Interlock System Test the safety interlock system before you use the machine each time. Note: If the safety system does not operate as described below, have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately. 1. Set the parking brake and start the engine; refer to Starting and Stopping the Engine.

  • Page 17: Using The Lower Control Bar

    3. Drive machine until the castor wheels contact curb (Figure 10). 4. Lift the front of the machine by pushing down on the lower handle (Figure 10). 5. Drive the machine until drive wheels contact the curb (Figure 10). 6. Lower the front of the machine (Figure 10). Note: Both drive wheels should contact the curb and caster wheels straight.

  • Page 18: Stopping The Machine

    Note: Lifting up on the lower handle will assist driving the machine up a curb and not spin the drive wheels. Stopping the Machine To stop the machine, pull back on the upper control bar, release the blade control bail, and turn the ignition key to off.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Anti-Scalp

    Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Note: All height-of-cut pins need at least one Rollers spacer or damage can occur to bushing if none are used. The anti-scalp rollers need to be adjusted in Note: All height-of-cut pins can use two spacers the proper hole location for each height-of-cut maximum.

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Flow Baffle

    5. Check the control bar for correct adjustment. Refer to Adjusting the Control Bar in the maintenance section. 6. Check the parking brake adjustment. Refer to Checking the Brakes in the maintenance section. Adjusting the Flow Bafe The mower discharge flow can be adjusted for different types of mowing conditions.

  • Page 21: Positioning The Flow Baffle

    • Use in wet conditions. • Lowers the engine power consumption. • Allows increased ground speed in heavy conditions. • This position is similar to the benefits of the Toro SFS mower. Figure 17 Position B Use this position when bagging (Figure 18).

  • Page 22: Using The Mid-Size Weight

    Using the Mid-Size Weight • Any rear weight must be removed when a Tru–Track ® Sulky is installed. • When a Tru–Track ® Sulky is installed front weights are needed. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer for the correct quantity of weights and placement.

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval After the rst 8 operating • Change the engine oil. hours • Check the safety interlock system. •...

  • Page 24: Lubricating The Caster And Wheel

    Greasing the Transmission 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for Couplers all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Lubricate the transmission couplers located in the 3. Clean the grease fittings with a rag. Make back of the machine (Figure 21).

  • Page 25: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval/Specication Foam element: Clean it after every 25 operating hours. Paper element: Check it after every 50 operating hours. Replace it after every 200 operating hours or yearly, which ever comes first. Inspect the foam and paper elements and replace them if they are damaged or excessively dirty.

  • Page 26: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Installing the Foam and Paper Checking the Engine Oil Level Elements 1. Park the machine on a level surface. Important: To prevent engine damage, 2. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. always operate the engine with the complete 3.

  • Page 27: Servicing The Spark Plugs

    7. When oil has drained completely, close the drain valve. 8. Remove the drain hose (Figure 26). Note: Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center. Figure 27 1. Oil lter 2. Adapter 3. Apply a thin coat of new oil to the rubber gasket on the replacement filter (Figure 27).

  • Page 28: Fuel System Maintenance

    Important: Always replace the spark 3. Disconnect the wires from the spark plugs (Figure 28). plugs when it has worn electrodes, an oily film on it, or has cracks in the porcelain. 3. Check the gap between the center and side electrodes (Figure 29).

  • Page 29: Replacing The Fuel Filter

    Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty. Refer to Replacing the Fuel Filter. 5. Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter. Slide the hose clamp close to the valve to secure the fuel line.

  • Page 30: Drive System Maintenance

    Figure 32 1. Fuse, 7.5 amp, blade type Figure 33 Drive System 1. Upper control bar 4. Handle 2. Parking brake lever 5. 1 to 1-1/4 inch (25-32mm) Maintenance 3. Fixed control bar Adjusting the Control Bar 2. Check the operation. If adjustment is required, remove hairpin cotter, washer and clevis pin 1.

  • Page 31: Checking The Tire Pressure

    Checking the Tire Pressure Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 50 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs first (Figure 35). Maintain the air pressure in the rear tires at 12-14 psi (83-97 kPa). Uneven tire pressure can cause an uneven cut.

  • Page 32: Servicing The Caster Wheel And Bearings

    carefully drive the bushings into the pivot 2. Remove one bushing, then pull the spanner tubes. bushing and roller bearing out of the wheel hub (Figure 38). 6. Inspect the caster wheel fork for wear and replace if necessary (Figure 36). 3.

  • Page 33: Cooling System Maintenance

    3. Apply the parking brake. The wheels must lock when you try to push the machine forward. 4. If the wheels do not lock, adjust the brakes. Refer to Adjusting the Brakes. 5. Release the brake and press upper control bar very lightly, approximately 1/2 inch (13 mm).

  • Page 34: Belt Maintenance

    2. Remove the top capscrew securing idler support and idler bracket to rear frame (Figure 41). Figure 41 Figure 40 1. Top capscrew 4. Bottom capscrew 1. Hairpin cotter and washer 5. Hole F 2. Idler bracket 5. Traction drive belt 2.

  • Page 35: Replacing The Mower Belt

    5. Raise the front of the machine and hold with 3. Remove the carrier frame cover. jack stands. 4. Unlatch and remove the belt covers. 6. Disconnect clutch wire connector from wire 5. Remove the PTO drive belt. Refer to Replacing harness.

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Pto Drive Belt Idler Spring Anchor

    Adjusting the PTO Drive Belt 1. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. Idler Spring Anchor 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the The position of the PTO idler can be adjusted to operating position.

  • Page 37: Inspecting The Blades

    Before Inspecting or Servicing the Checking for Bent Blades Blades 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the the parking brake. blades and set the parking brake. Turn the ignition key to off.

  • Page 38: Correcting The Mower Quality Of

    To ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades Figure 49 made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards.

  • Page 39: Frame Set Up

    operating position. Disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the spark plug(s). 3. Adjust the tire pressure in the rear tires to specifications; refer to Drive System Maintenance, page 30 . 4. Check that the blades and spindle shafts are not bent. Refer to Checking for Bent Blades. 5.
  • Page 40 3. Measure carrier frame height at location B (Figure 53). 4. The height at location A must be a 1/4-3/8 inch (6 mm -10 mm) lower than location B (Figure 53). 5. If the carrier frame is not correct, move caster spacers to make it a 1/4-3/8 inch (6 -10 mm) pitch (Figure 53).

  • Page 41: Checking The Mower Deck

    Checking the Mower Deck Front-to-Rear Pitch 1. Adjust the tire pressure in the rear tires to specifications; refer to Drive System Maintenance, page 30 . 2. Position one blade front-to-rear. Measure at A and B locations from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blade tips (Figure 55).

  • Page 42: Changing The Mower Deck

    4. The measurement should be 4 inch (101.6 mm). 5. If it does not measure correctly: A. Adjust the rear tire pressure. B. Adjust the caster fork spacers. C. Adjust the front mower deck support pins. 6. Check the carrier frame front-to-rear pitch. Replacing the Grass Figure 57 Deector...
  • Page 43 Figure 59 1. Bolt 5. Spring installed 2. Spacer 6. Grass Deector 3. Locknut 7. L end of spring, place behind deck edge before installing bolt 4. Spring 8. J hook end of spring 2. Place spacer and spring onto grass deflector. Place the L end of spring behind deck edge.

  • Page 44: Storage

    Storage Engine Maintenance, page 25. With the spark plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug Cleaning and Storage hole. Now use the starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside the cylinder. Install 1.

  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine will not start, starts 1. Fuel tank is empty. 1. Fill fuel tank with hard, or fails to keep gasoline. running. 2. Choke is not on. 2. Move the choke lever to choke position. 3.
  • Page 46 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Machine does not drive. 1. Shift lever is in neutral. 1. Move shift lever to a drive gear position. 2. Traction belt is worn, 2. Change the belt. loose or broken. 3. Traction belt is off a 3.
  • Page 47 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Blades do not rotate. 1. Drive belt is worn, loose 1. Check the belt tension. or broken. 2. Drive belt is off pulley. 2. Install drive belt and check adjusting shafts and belt guides for correct position.

  • Page 48: Schematics

    Schematics Electrical Schematic (Rev. A)

Table of Contents