Toro 30150 Operator's Manual

Mid–size mower proline gear 13hp with 32in or 36in side discharge mower
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Form No. 3350-540
Mid–Size Mower
ProLine Gear 13hp with 32in or 36in
Side Discharge Mower
Model No. 30150—Serial No. 240000001 and Up
Model No. 30161—Serial No. 240000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
Original Instructions (EN)
Register your product at www.Toro.com

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3350-540 Mid–Size Mower ProLine Gear 13hp with 32in or 36in Side Discharge Mower Model No. 30150—Serial No. 240000001 and Up Model No. 30161—Serial No. 240000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Original Instructions (EN) Register your product at www.Toro.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ........The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee .
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Authorized Service Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates...
  • Page 4: Toro Mower Safety

    The following list contains safety information specific to Toro products and other safety information you must know. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting unit. This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of throwing objects.
  • Page 5: General Operation

    Do not touch equipment or attachment parts which may be hot from operation. Allow to cool before attempting to maintain, adjust or service. Use only Toro-approved attachments. Warranty may be voided if used with unapproved attachments. Check carefully for overhead clearances (i.e. branches, doorways, electrical wires) before operating under any objects and do not contact them.
  • Page 7: Slope Chart

    Slope Chart Align this edge with a vertical surface (Tree, Building, Fence post, pole, etc.)
  • Page 9: 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. 67-5360 1-403005 82-2280 54-9220 82-2290 98-3296 66-1340...
  • Page 10 95-2814 98-5130 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for instructions on torquing the blade bolt/nut to 75–80 ft.-lb.(102–106 N m). 98-3256 95-5537 1. Read the Operator’s Manual for instructions on operating the cutting blade 2. Push forward to engage 3. Pull back to disengage 98-3266 98-0776 98-5130...
  • Page 11 106-0699 105-0884 106-0841...
  • Page 12: Gasoline And Oil

    Gasoline and Oil Warning Recommended Gasoline Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious Use unleaded regular gasoline suitable for automotive use injury and illness. (85 pump octane minimum). Use leaded regular gasoline if unleaded regular is not available.
  • Page 13: Setup

    Setup Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Loose Parts Note: Use the chart below to verify all parts have been shipped. DESCRIPTION QTY. Caster assemblies Bolt, 3/8 x 3/4 inch Installing the front casters Flange nut, 3/8 inch Upper handle Bolt, 3/8 x 1 inch...
  • Page 14: Installing The Front Casters

    Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro Installing the Front Casters 1. Align casters with holes on top and front of mower and insert 8 bolts (3/8 x 3/4 inch) through mower. Secure with 8 flange nuts (3/8 inch) below mower (Fig.
  • Page 15: Installing The Traction Control Rods

    6. Insert terminals into plastic plug until the clips snap into Note: The upper control bar and fixed bar must be parallel position (Fig. 5). If they do not snap, turn the plastic in the engaged, relaxed and brake positions. plug around and try again.
  • Page 16: Connecting The Throttle Cable

    Connecting the Throttle Cable Installing the Shift Lever 1. Hook the throttle cable inner wire into the hole of the 1. Remove the locknut (3/8 inch) and spring washer from speed control lever (Fig. 9). the stud on top of the transmission (Fig. 10). 2.
  • Page 17: Mounting The Fuel Tank

    4. If clearance is not correct, loosen shift lever plate and m–3771 adjust it side–to–side. Tighten the shift lever plate. Rear View Figure 12 1. Bolt, 5/16 x 7/8 inch 4. Stud 2. Lock washer, 5/16 inch 5. Spring 3. Washer, 5/16 inch 6.
  • Page 18: Operation

    Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Think Safety First Carefully read all the safety instructions and decals 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.
  • Page 19: Operating The Parking Brake

    Upper Control Bar – Shift to desired gear and push 2. Lift the parking brake lock up and gradually release the forward on control bar to engage forward traction operation upper control bar (Fig. 17). The brake lock should stay and pull back to brake.
  • Page 20: Stopping The Engine

    Stopping the Engine 1. Move the throttle lever to slow (Fig. 18). Note: If the engine has been working hard or is hot, let it idle for a minute before stopping. This helps cool the engine. In an emergency, the engine may be stopped by pulling the throttle all the way back, to stop.
  • Page 21: Driving Forward Or Backward

    Testing the Safety Interlock System Driving Backward 1. To go backward, move the shift lever to a reverse gear. Test the safety interlock system before you use the machine each time. If the safety system does not operate as 2. Release the parking brake; refer to Releasing the described below, have an Authorized Service Dealer repair Parking Brake, page 19.
  • Page 22: Stopping The Machine

    Using the Side Discharge This mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf. Danger Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or complete grass catcher assembly mounted in place, you and others are exposed to blade contact and thrown debris.
  • Page 23 5. Raise or lower the engine frame with the jack so that you can install the front 2 axle adjustment bolts in the desired hole location (Fig. 24). Note: Use a tapered punch to help align the holes. 6. Tighten all 4 bolts and lower the mower. 7.
  • Page 24: Height-Of-Cut Chart

    Height-of-Cut Chart No. of Spacers Below Number of 1/4 inch Blade Spacers Below Spindle Caster 1/2 inch 3/16 inch Axle (13mm) (5 mm) Position 1 inch 1–1/4 inch 1–1/2 inch 1–3/4 inch 2 inch (26 mm) (32 mm) (38 mm) (45 mm) (45 mm) 1–1/8 inch...
  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Important Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Engine Oil—check the level Safety System—check Each Use Brakes—check Engine—clean engine screen...
  • Page 26: Servicing The Cutting Blades

    Caution Someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug before you do any maintenance. Set the wire aside so that it does not accidentally contact the spark plug. Servicing the Cutting Blades 2.
  • Page 27: Servicing The Air Cleaner

    (Fig. 30). Repeat this step until the blade are out of balance or bent. To ensure optimum performance is balanced. 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. m–1855 1.
  • Page 28: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Removing the Foam and Paper Elements Cleaning the Paper Element Important Never clean the paper element with 1. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. pressurized air or liquids, such as solvent, gas, or kerosene. 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all 1.
  • Page 29: Changing The Oil Filter

    Checking the Engine Oil Level 8. Remove the drain hose (Fig. 34). Note: Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center. 1. Park the machine on a level surface. 2. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. 3. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
  • Page 30: Servicing The Spark Plugs

    4. Install the replacement oil filter to the filter adapter, Checking the Spark Plugs turn the oil filter clockwise until the rubber gasket 1. Look at the center of the spark plugs (Fig. 37). If you contacts the filter adapter, then tighten the filter an see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is additional 3/4 turn (Fig.
  • Page 31: Checking The Tire Pressure

    5. Install air intake screen, recoil starter and fan housing. Greasing and Lubrication Service Interval/Specification Grease the areas shown at the intervals given in the Locating Where to Add Grease section below. Grease them more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
  • Page 32: Servicing The Brakes

    2. Rear wheels must lock when you try to push the machine forward or backward. Adjustment is required if the wheels turn and do not lock; refer to Adjusting the Brake, page 32. 3. Release the brake and press upper control bar very lightly, approximately 1/2 inch (13 mm), wheels should rotate freely.
  • Page 33: Servicing The Fuel Tank

    Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty. Refer to Replacing the Fuel Filter; page 33. 5. Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter. Slide the hose clamp close to the valve to secure the fuel line. Figure 43 1.
  • Page 34: Checking The Belts

    7. Open fuel shut-off valve at fuel tank (Fig. 44). 8. Check for fuel leaks and repair if needed. m–3793 Figure 46 1. Hairpin cotter 3. Shield 2. Brake rod 4. Drive belt m–7545 Figure 45 1. Hose clamp 3. Filter Replacing the Traction Belt 2.
  • Page 35: Replacing The Mower Belt

    8. Install the mower belt (Fig. 47). 9. Check the belt guide under the engine frame for the proper adjustment (Fig. 47). Note: The distance between the belt guide and mower belt should be 1-1/4 inch (32 mm) when the mower belt is engaged.
  • Page 36: Adjusting The Mower Belt Tension

    Note: The distance between the belt guide and the mower belt should be 1-1/4 inch (32 mm) when you engage the mower belt. Adjust the mower belt as necessary. The disengaged belt should not drag or fall off the pulley when the guides are properly adjusted.
  • Page 37: Adjusting The Grass/Mud Scraper

    Adjusting the Grass/Mud Scraper 1. Loosen the locknut that holds the scraper to the engine frame (Fig. 52). m-3781 Figure 53 1. Deflector 4. Locknut 2. Spring 5. Bolt 3. Deflector mount 6. Spacer m-3776 Figure 52 2. Straighten the deflector mounts if they are bent (Fig.
  • Page 38: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram KILL WIRE LIST DESIG. AWG COLOR ROUTE WHITE J2 J4 WHITE J2 J3 BLUE P1–1 J5 P1 PTO BLACK P1–2 J1 Cleaning and Storage 9. Empty the fuel tank using the following steps: A. Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel 1.
  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The engine will not start, starts The fuel tank is empty. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. hard, or fails to keep running. f il The choke is not on. Set the Choke to the on position.
  • Page 40 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action There is abnormal vibration. The cutting blades are bent or Install new cutting blades. unbalanced. The blade mounting bolt is Tighten the blade mounting loose. bolt. The engine mounting bolts Tighten the engine mounting are loose. bolts.
  • Page 44: 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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