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Toro Wheel Horse 265H Operator's Manual

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Form No. 3323–949
Wheel Horse
265H
Lawn and Garden Tractor
Model No. 72071 – 200000001 & Up
Operator's Manual
English (GB)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3323–949 Wheel Horse 265H Lawn and Garden Tractor Model No. 72071 – 200000001 & Up Operator’s Manual English (GB)
  • Page 2 The warning system in this manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied help you and others avoid personal injury, even death. with your new product, so feel free to contact your...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Page Page Stopping the Machine ....Safety ....... . . Attachment Lift Lever .

  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety Safe Operation Practices for All drivers should seek and obtain professional and practical instruction. Such instruction should Ride-on (riding) Rotary emphasize: Lawnmower Machines the need for care and concentration when working with ride-on machines; This machine meets or exceeds European control of a ride-on machine sliding on a Standards in effect at the time of production.
  • Page 5 Safety If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the When using any attachments, never direct engine but move the machine away from discharge of material toward bystanders nor the are of spillage and avoid creating any allow anyone near the machine while in source of ignition until petrol vapors have operation.

  • Page 6: Sound Pressure Level

    Safety before making height adjustment unless To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, adjustment can be made from the operator’s silencer, battery compartment and petrol storage position. area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease. 14. Reduce the throttle setting during engine run-out Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or and, if the engine is provided with a shut-off deterioration.

  • Page 7: Slope Chart

    Safety Slope Chart Read all safety instructions on pages 2–NO TAG.

  • Page 9: Symbols Glossary

    Safety Symbols Glossary Safety alert symbol Dismemberment–Mower in rearward motion Safety alert symbol Stay a safe distance from the machine Read operator’s manual Stay a safe distance Consult Technical Manual for from the mower proper service procedures Keep children a safe distance Thrown or flying objects–...

  • Page 10: Symbols Glossary

    Safety Symbols Glossary Cutting element– Riding on this machine is allowed basic symbol only on a passenger seat & only if the driver’s view is not hindered Cutting element– height adjustment Crushing of fingers or hands–Force applied Cutting unit–lower from side Cutting unit-raised Kickback or upward motion–Stored energy...

  • Page 11: Symbols Glossary

    Safety Symbols Glossary Fuel Fast Slow Fuel level Decreasing/Increasing Volume empty On/Run Volume full Off/Stop Engine Battery charging conditin Engine start Head lights– Main/high beam Engine stop Brake system Choke Parking brake Clutch Engine temperature PTO (Power Take Off) Engine lubricating Engage oil pressure Disengage...

  • Page 12: Gasoline And Oil

    Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for POTENTIAL HAZARD automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded In certain conditions gasoline is extremely regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is flammable and highly explosive. not available. WHAT CAN HAPPEN IMPORTANT: Never use methanol, gasoline A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn...

  • Page 13: Stabilizer/Conditioner

    Gasoline and Oil Stabilizer/Conditioner Filling the Fuel Tank Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner Shut the engine off and set the parking brake. to the gas. Using a stabilizer/conditioner in the Clean around each fuel tank cap and remove the machine: cap.

  • Page 14: Operation

    Operation Think Safety First Key Choice Switch Please carefully read all the safety instructions and A turn and release switch used for deactivating the symbols in the safety section. Knowing this “Operating–In–Reverse” interlock feature. Located information could help you, your family, pets or on the seat bracket on the right side just below the bystanders avoid injury.

  • Page 15: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    Operation IMPORTANT: If the engine does not start after 30 seconds of continuous cranking, turn the ignition key to “OFF” and let the starter motor cool; refer to Troubleshooting, page 37. After the engine starts, move the choke lever to “OFF”and slowly move the throttle to the desired setting (Fig.

  • Page 16: Operating The Power Take Off (Pto)

    Operation Stopping Move the throttle lever to “SLOW” (Fig. 5). Turn the ignition key to “OFF” (Fig. 6). Note: If the engine has been working hard or is hot, let it idle for a minute before turning the ignition key “OFF.” This helps cool the engine before it is stopped.

  • Page 17: The Safety Interlock System

    Operation You rise from the seat when the power take off Once the interlock is deactivated it stays in this (PTO) is “ON”or gear selector is not in “N” mode––with your mower blade or PTO–driven attachment operating whenever you back up–– and neutral.
  • Page 18 Operation With the parking brake released, turn the ignition key to RUN without starting the engine. Pull the PTO switch to ON. You should hear an audible click indicating the PTO is activated and the PTO light will illuminate. Move the foot pedal to reverse.

  • Page 19: Indicator Control Module

    Operation Indicator Control Module Driving Forward or Backward The indicator control module (Fig. 9) contains lights The throttle control regulates the engine speed as for: measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle control in the “FAST” position for best Operating–in–Reverse performance.

  • Page 20: Stopping The Machine

    Operation Stopping the Machine Attachment Lift Lever To stop the machine, release the traction control The attachment lift lever (Fig. 11) is used to raise and pedal, disengage the power take off (PTO), and turn lower various attachments. the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. Also set the parking brake if you leave the machine Raising Attachments unattended;...

  • Page 21: Adjusting Dial-A-Height

    Operation Adjusting Dial-A-Height Headlights The Dial-A-Height control (Fig. 11) is used to limit The headlights are turned on with a separate position, the downward travel of the attachment. The “LIGHTS”, of the ignition switch (Fig. 13). The Dial-A-Height knob is rotated to change the location lights are on while the ignition switch is in the of this stop, up or down.

  • Page 22: Using The Cruise Control

    Operation Using the Cruise Control Pushing the Machine by Hand The cruise control is optional on some models. A IMPORTANT: Always push the machine by three position Set-Lock (spring loaded), On and hand. Never tow the machine because Off-Unlock dash switch (Fig. 15) controls the transaxle damage may occur.

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Spring Service Operation Hours Hours Hours Hours Service Service Oil—check level Oil—change* Initial Oil Filter—change* (200 hours, every other oil change or yearly) Safety System—check Brake—check Chassis—grease* Foam Air Cleaner—service* Paper Air Cleaner—replace* Spark Plug(s)—check 200 hours Belts—check for wear/cracks Gasoline—drain Engine—clean outside...

  • Page 24: Air Cleaner

    Maintenance Air Cleaner Carefully slide the foam element off the paper element (Fig. 17). Service Interval/Specification Unscrew the cover nut and remove the cover and paper element (Fig. 17). Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 operating hours, or yearly, whichever occurs first. Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements Paper Element: Replace after every 100 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 25 Maintenance Paper Element Installing the Foam and Paper Elements A. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to IMPORTANT: To prevent engine damage, remove dust and dirt (Fig. 19). always operate the engine with the complete foam and paper air cleaner assembly B.

  • Page 26: Engine Oil

    Maintenance Engine Oil Checking Oil Level Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Service Interval/Specification the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the Change oil: engine. Remove the key. After the first 5 operating hours.
  • Page 27 Maintenance Changing/Draining Oil Change Oil Filter Service Interval/Specification Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This warms the oil so it drains better. Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly oil change.

  • Page 28: Spark Plug

    Maintenance Spark Plug Checking the Spark Plug Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 24). Service Interval/Specification If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating Check the spark plug(s) after every 200 operating on the insulator usually means the air cleaner is hours.

  • Page 29: Greasing And Lubrication

    Maintenance Greasing and Lubrication Lubricate the traction control pedal on hydrostatic models (or brake and clutch pedals Service Interval/Specification on gear drive models) where they pivot on mounting shaft (Fig. 26). Grease the machine after every 50 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first.

  • Page 30: Brake

    Maintenance Brake Adjusting the Brake Check the brake before you adjust it; refer to Always set the parking brake when you stop the Checking the Brake, page 28. machine or leave it unattended. If the parking brake does not hold securely, an adjustment is required. Release the parking brake;...

  • Page 31: Fuel Tank

    Maintenance Fuel Tank Pull the fuel line off the filter (Fig. 30). Open fuel shut-off valve and allow gasoline to drain into an approved gas can. Draining The Fuel Tank Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty.

  • Page 32: Fuel Filter

    Maintenance Fuel Filter Front Wheel Toe-In Service Interval/Specification Service Interval/Specification Replace the fuel filter after every 100 operating hours Maintain toe-in of the front wheels as specified. If or yearly, whichever occurs first. uneven tire wear, lawn scuffing or hard steering develop adjustment may be required.

  • Page 33: Transaxle Fluid

    Maintenance Adjusting Toe-In Fuse Check the toe-in before you adjust it; refer to Service Interval/Specification Measuring Toe-In, Page 30. The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires Remove ball joint from one steering lever no maintenance, however, if a fuse blows check (Fig.

  • Page 34: Headlights

    Maintenance Headlights Installing the Bulb The bulb has metal pins on the side of its base. Specification: Bulb # 1156 Automotive Type Align the pins with the slots in the bulb holder and insert the base into the holder (Fig. 35). Removing the Bulb Push and rotate the bulb clockwise until it stops.

  • Page 35: Battery

    Maintenance Battery Service Interval/Specification Check the electrolyte level in the battery before each use. Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use a paper towel to clean the battery case. If the battery terminals are corroded, clean them with a solution of four parts water and one part baking soda.
  • Page 36 Maintenance Clean the top of the battery with a paper towel. Lift off the filler caps (Fig. 38). Slowly pour distilled water into each battery cell until the level is up to the lower part of the tube (Fig. 38). IMPORTANT: Do not overfill the battery because electrolyte (sulfuric acid) can cause severe corrosion and damage to the chassis.

  • Page 37: Wiring Diagram

    Maintenance Wiring Diagram...

  • Page 38: Cleaning And Storage

    Maintenance Cleaning and Storage fully charged battery maintains its charge for about 50 days at temperatures lower than 40 F (4 C). If the temperatures will be above Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the 40 F (4 C), check the water level in the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to battery and charge it every 30 days.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter does not crank Blade control (PTO) is Move blade control (PTO) to ENGAGED. DISENGAGED. Parking brake is not on. Set parking brake. Operator is not seated. Sit on the seat. Battery is dead. Charge the battery.
  • Page 40 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine over heats. 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.

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