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- Page 1 Form No. 3359-661 Rev B TRX-15 and TRX-19 Trencher Model No. 22970—Serial No. 280000001 and Up Model No. 22971—Serial No. 280000001 and Up Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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Page 2: Introduction
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service There may be buried power, gas, and/or Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model telephone lines in the work area. Shock or and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 explosion may occur if you dig into them. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Servicing the Tracks..........32 Belt Maintenance............ 34 Replacing the Pump Drive Belt ......34 Introduction..............2 Controls System Maintenance......... 35 Safety ................4 Adjusting the Traction Control Safe Operating Practices ........4 Alignment ............35 Sound Pressure............. 6 Adjusting the Traction Control Neutral Sound Power ............ -
Page 4: Safety
Safety • Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects such as rocks, toys, and wire which can be thrown by the machine. Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can result in injury. To reduce the potential •... - Page 5 • Use care when loading or unloading the machine • Use only Toro-approved accessories. Accessories can into a trailer or truck. change the stability and the operating characteristics of the machine. Warranty may be voided if used with • Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, unapproved accessories.
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Page 6: Sound Pressure
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Make any necessary repairs before restarting. • Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure that original standards are maintained. • Battery safety (model 22971 only): – Charge batteries in an open, well ventilated area, away from spark and flames. -
Page 7: Slope Chart
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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. 115-1230 1. Warning—do not operate this machine unless you are trained. 2. - Page 9 115-1231 1. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of bystanders, 6. Explosion hazard; shock hazard—do not use machine near trencher—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine; buried utility lines; contact the proper agencies before digging. do not operate the trencher chain while transporting the machine.
- Page 10 107-8495 1. Parking brake 115-4020 1. Turn right 3. Reverse 2. Forward 4. Turn left Battery Symbols 93-7814 Some or all of these symbols are on your battery (Model 1. Entanglement hazard, belt—stay away from moving parts. 22971 only) 1. Explosion hazard 6.
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Page 11: Setup
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. Boom Install the boom and chain. Chain – No parts required Check the fluid levels. – No parts required Charge the battery. Installing the Boom and Chain Parts needed for this procedure: Boom... -
Page 12: Checking Fluid Levels
Product Overview 9. Loop the digging chain over the auger drive shaft and onto the drive sprocket, ensuring that the digging teeth point forward on the upper span. 10. Set the upper span of the chain into place on the trencher boom, then wrap the chain around the roller at the end of the boom. - Page 13 Key Switch, Model 22971 • To move forward, move the traction control forward (Figure 7). The key switch has three positions: off, run, and start. To start the engine, rotate the key to the start position. Release the key when engine starts and it will move automatically to the run position.
- Page 14 boom elevation lever, pushing it down into the locked position (Figure 12). G008132 Figure 10 • To stop, release the traction control (Figure 6). Note: The farther you move the traction control in any direction, the faster the machine will move in that direction.
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Page 15: Specifications
Contact your condition. Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. -
Page 16: Checking The Engine Oil Level
chance of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel stabilizer at all times. In certain conditions during fueling, static Filling the Fuel Tank electricity can be released causing a spark which can ignite the gasoline vapors. A fire 1. Park the machine on a level surface, lower the or explosion from gasoline can burn you and boom, and stop the engine. -
Page 17: Checking The Hydraulic Fluid Level
Figure 16 G007808 1. Oil filler hole 3. Full mark Figure 17 2. Oil dipstick 4. Add mark 1. Hydraulic fluid check bubble 4. Remove the dipstick and wipe the end clean 4. Remove the cover plate; refer to Removing the (Figure 16). -
Page 18: Starting And Stopping The Engine
Starting and Stopping the period between attempts. Failure to follow these instructions can burn out the starter Engine motor. 4. Gradually move the choke lever to the Off position Starting the Engine (Figure 19). If the engine stalls or hesitates, engage 1. -
Page 19: Stopping The Machine
Stopping the Machine 2. Pull the trencher control lever to the reference bar to engage the trencher. To stop the machine, release the traction control, move 3. Slowly lower the boom and chain into the ground. the throttle lever to slow (turtle), lower the boom to the ground, and stop the engine. -
Page 20: Lifting The Machine
Operating Tips • Clean the area of trash, branches and rocks before trenching to prevent equipment damage. • Always begin trenching with the slowest ground speed possible. Increase speed if conditions permit. If the chain speed slows down, reduce ground speed to keep the chain moving at its fastest rate. -
Page 21: 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 • Change the engine oil. After the first 8 hours • Check and adjust the track tension. After the first 50 hours •... -
Page 22: Premaintenance Procedures
Premaintenance Procedures Before opening any of the covers, stop the engine, remove the key, and allow the engine to cool. Removing the Cover Plate G007820 1. Lower the boom, stop the engine, and remove the Figure 26 key. 1. Bottom shield 3. -
Page 23: Lubrication
Lubrication Greasing the Machine Service Interval: Before each use or daily (Grease immediately after every washing.) Grease Type: General-purpose grease. 1. Lower the boom and stop the engine. Remove the key. Figure 29 2. Clean the grease fittings with a rag. 3. -
Page 24: Engine Maintenance
Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Clean the foam air cleaner element. Every 50 hours—Check the paper air cleaner element. Every 200 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first)—Replace the paper air cleaner element. Figure 31 Inspect the foam and paper elements and replace them if they are damaged or excessively dirty. -
Page 25: Servicing The Engine Oil
2. Place the air cleaner assembly onto the air cleaner base and secure it with the 2 wing nuts (Figure 32). 3. Place the air cleaner cover into position and tighten the cover knob (Figure 32). Servicing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 8 hours—Change the engine oil. - Page 26 Figure 34 1. Oil dipstick 2. Filler tube Figure 35 1. Oil drain valve 2. Oil drain hose 5. Unscrew the oil dipstick and wipe the end clean (Figure 34). 6. When oil has drained completely, close the drain 6. Slide the oil dipstick fully into the filler tube, but do valve.
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Page 27: Servicing The Spark Plug
Checking the Spark Plug 5. Fill the crankcase with the proper type of new oil; refer to Servicing the Engine Oil. 1. Look at the center of the spark plug (Figure 38). 6. Run the engine for about 3 minutes, stop the engine, If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the and check for oil leaks around the oil filter and drain engine is operating properly. -
Page 28: Fuel System Maintenance
Fuel System Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty. Refer to Replacing Maintenance the Fuel Filter. 7. Install the fuel line onto the fuel shut-off valve. Slide the hose clamp close to the valve to secure the fuel Draining the Fuel Tank line. -
Page 29: Electrical System Maintenance
Removing the Battery Electrical System Maintenance Battery terminals or metal tools could short Servicing the Battery (Model against metal machine components causing 22971 Only) sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check the battery •... - Page 30 Checking the Battery Electrolyte Level Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a deadly poison and causes severe burns. • Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wear safety glasses to shield your eyes and rubber gloves to protect your hands.
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Page 31: Replacing The Fuses (Model 22971 Only)
Replacing the Fuses (Model 5. Wait five to ten minutes after filling the battery cells. Add distilled water, if necessary, until the electrolyte 22971 Only) level is up to the Upper line (Figure 42) on the battery case. There are 4 fuses in the electrical system. They are under the control panel on the left side (Figure 44). -
Page 32: Drive System Maintenance
Drive System the drive sprocket. The track should flex no more than 1/4 to 3/8 inch (0.6 to 1 cm). If it does, adjust the track Maintenance tension using the following procedure: Servicing the Tracks Cleaning the Tracks Service Interval: Before each use or daily Check the tracks for excessive wear and clean them periodically. - Page 33 Replacing the Tracks When the tracks are badly worn, replace them. 1. Lower the boom and set the parking brake. 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3.
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Page 34: Belt Maintenance
Checking and Greasing the Road Belt Maintenance Wheels Replacing the Pump Drive Belt Service Interval: Every 250 hours 1. Remove the tracks; refer to Replacing the Tracks. If the pump drive belt begins to squeal or is cracked, worn, or frayed, replace it. Contact you Authorized 2. -
Page 35: Controls System Maintenance
Controls System Maintenance The factory adjusts the controls before shipping the machine. However, after many hours of use, you may need to adjust the traction control alignment, the neutral position of the traction control, and the tracking of the traction control in the full forward position. Figure 53 Important: To adjust the controls properly, 1. -
Page 36: Adjusting The Traction Control Neutral Position
Adjusting the Traction Control Neutral Position If the machine creeps forward or backward when the traction control is in neutral and the unit is warm, the return-to-neutral mechanism on the pumps may need to be adjusted; contact you Authorized Service Dealer for repairs. -
Page 37: Hydraulic System Maintenance
Hydraulic System 7. Place a drain pan capable of hold 10 US Gallons (37.8 l) under the hydraulic tank. Maintenance 8. Pinch the hose clamp and slide the clamp and hose off of the fitting on the hydraulic tank, allowing the hydraulic fluid to drain from the hose and tank into Replacing the Hydraulic Filter the pan. -
Page 38: Checking The Hydraulic Lines
Trencher Maintenance 15. Check the hydraulic fluid level and top it off if necessary; refer to Checking Hydraulic Fluid. 16. Clean up any spilled fluid. Replacing the Digging Teeth 17. Install the top cover. Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the condition of the digging teeth and Checking the Hydraulic Lines replace any that are worn or damaged. -
Page 39: Replacing The Drive Sprocket
B. Loosen the jam nut on the adjusting bolt in the boom. C. Loosen the adjusting bolt until you can remove the chain from the boom D. Remove the chain from the drive sprocket. E. If the chain needs replacing, remove the bolt and nut securing the spoils auger and remove the auger and chain. -
Page 40: Cleaning
Cleaning 16. Thread the adjustment bolt into the boom and turn it in until there is 1-1/2 to 2-1/2 inches (3.8 to 6.3 cm) of slack in the chain on the bottom span. Removing Debris from the 17. Thread the jam nut down the adjusting bolt and Machine tighten it securely against the boom. -
Page 41: Storage
Storage 10. Place a rag over the spark plug hole to catch any oil spray, then use the starter or recoil handle to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside the cylinder. 1. Lower the boom and set the parking brake. 11. -
Page 42: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The starter does not crank (model 22971 1. The battery is discharged. 1. Charge the battery or replace it. only). 2. The electrical connections are corroded 2. Check the electrical connections for or loose. good contact. - Page 43 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The trencher does not dig fast enough 1. The digging teeth are worn. 1. Replace the digging teeth. 2. The chain you are using is not 2. Evaluate the ground type and change appropriate for the type of ground. chains if necessary.
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Page 44: Schematics
Schematics Electrical Schematic—Model 22970 (Rev. A) Electrical Schematic—Model 22971 (Rev. A) - Page 45 Hydraulic Schematic—Model 22970 (Rev. A)
- Page 46 Hydraulic Schematic—Model 22971 (Rev. A)
- Page 47 Notes:...
- Page 48 Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guaran- tee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfi ed with your Distributor’s service or have diffi culty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.