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FORM NO. 3318–997GB
Wheel Horse
14–38 HXL
Lawn Tractor
Model No. 71219 – 7900001 & Up
Operator's Manual
IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully. It contains information about your
safety and the safety of others. Also become familiar with the controls and
their proper use before you operate the product.
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- Page 1 FORM NO. 3318–997GB Wheel Horse 14–38 HXL Lawn Tractor Model No. 71219 – 7900001 & Up Operator’s Manual IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully. It contains information about your safety and the safety of others. Also become familiar with the controls and their proper use before you operate the product.
- Page 2 Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product correctly. Reading this All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied manual will help you and others avoid personal injury with your new product, so feel free to contact your and damage to the product.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Page Page Maintenance ......Safety ....... . . Service Interval Chart . -
Page 4: Safety
Safety Safe Operation Practices for Preparation Ride-on (riding) Rotary While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the Lawnmower Machines equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Training Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects Read the instructions carefully. - Page 5 Safety Operation Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways. Do not operate the engine in a confined space Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can other than grass. collect. When using any attachments, never direct Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
- Page 6 Safety Sound Pressure Level 15. Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment This unit has an equivalent continuous A-weighted before refuelling; sound pressure at the operator ear of: 100 dB(A), based on measurements of identical machines per before removing the grass catcher; ANSI B71.5-1984 procedures.
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Page 7: Slope Chart
Safety Slope Chart Read all safety instructions on pages 2–8. -
Page 8: 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 9 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 10 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...
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Page 11: Gasoline And Oil
Stabilizer/Conditioner Toro Stabilizer/Conditioner Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded Add the correct amount of Toro Gas regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is Stabilizer/Conditioner to the gas. not available. Keeps gasoline fresh during storage... -
Page 12: Operation
Operation Think Safety First Parking Brake Please carefully read all the safety instructions and Always set the parking brake when you stop the symbols in the safety section. Knowing this machine or leave it unattended. information could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury. -
Page 13: Positioning The Seat
Operation Positioning the Seat Positioning the Tilt Steering Wheel The seat can move forward and backward. Position the seat where you have the best control of the On select models the steering wheel tilts up and machine and are most comfortable. down. -
Page 14: Using The Blade Control (Pto)
Operation Using the Blade Control (PTO) Setting the Height-of-Cut The blade control (PTO) engages and disengages The height-of-cut lever (deck lift) is used to raise and power to the blade(s). lower the mower to the desired cutting height. The cutting height may be set in one of seven Engaging the Blade(s) positions from approximately 1 to 4 inches (25 to 102 mm). -
Page 15: Starting And Stopping The Engine
Operation After the engine starts, slowly move the throttle lever to “FAST” (Fig. 10). If the engine stalls or hesitates, move the throttle lever back to “CHOKE” for a few seconds. Then move the throttle lever to “FAST.” Repeat this as required. 1505 1852 Figure 7... -
Page 16: The Safety System
Operation The Safety System To Push the Machine Disengage the blade control (PTO), set the Understanding the Safety System parking brake, and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. The safety system is designed to prevent the engine from starting unless: Move the drive control to the “PUSH”... -
Page 17: Stopping The Machine
Operation To go forward or backward, release the parking brake: refer to Releasing the Parking Brake, page 10. Place your foot on the traction control pedal and slowly POTENTIAL HAZARD press on the top of the traction control pedal to move Someone could move or attempt to operate forward or on the bottom of the traction control pedal the tractor while it is unattended. -
Page 18: Side Discharge Or Mulch Grass
Operation Side Discharge Installing the or Mulch Grass Discharge Cover To convert from side discharge to a mulching mower, install the discharge cover into the opening at the side of the mower. POTENTIAL HAZARD Lift the grass deflector and slide the tabs on top Without the grass deflector, discharge of the discharge cover under the grass deflector cover, or complete grass catcher assembly... -
Page 19: Tips For Mowing Grass
Operation Tips for Mowing Grass Avoid Cutting Too Low If the cutting width of the mower is wider than the Fast Throttle Setting mower you previously used, raise the cutting height one notch to ensure uneven turf is not cut too short. For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate the engine at “FAST.”... -
Page 20: Maintenance
Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Spring Service Operation Notes Hours Hours Hours Service Service Oil—initial change Oil—periodic change Oil—check level Oil FIlter Safety System—check Cutter Blade—check Brake—check Chassis—grease More often in dusty in dusty, Foam Air Cleaner—service dirty dirty Paper Air Cleaner—replace conditions Spark Plug—check... -
Page 21: Greasing And Lubrication
Maintenance Greasing and Lubrication Service Interval/Specification Grease the machine after every 25 operating hours or once a year, whichever occurs first. Grease more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Grease Type: General-purpose grease. How to Grease Disengage the blade control (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to “OFF”... -
Page 22: Tire Pressure
Maintenance Tire Pressure Adjusting the Brake (0.020” (5.08 mm) feeler gauge required) Service Interval/Specification Check the brake before you adjust it; refer to Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as Checking the Brake, page 20. specified. Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 25 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs Release the parking brake;... -
Page 23: Wiring Diagram
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Page 24: Fuse
Maintenance Fuse Service Interval/Specification The electrical system is protected by fuses. No maintenance is requires, however, if a fuse blows check the circuit wiring for a short. To replace a fuse pull up (Fig. 17) to remove from the socket. Push down to insert. -
Page 25: 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 and battery box. If the battery terminals are corroded, clean them with a solution of four parts water and one part baking soda. - Page 26 Maintenance 1878 Figure 22 1. Filler caps 3. LOWER line 2347 Figure 21 2. UPPER line 1. Battery 4. Slot in battery box 2. Battery box 5. Hole in frame Adding Water to the Battery 3. Vent tube The best time to add distilled water to the battery is Install the battery box and battery into the just before you operate the machine.
- Page 27 Maintenance Remove the filler caps from the battery and connect a 3 to 4 amp battery charger to the battery posts. Charge the battery at a rate of 4 amperes or less for 4 hours (12 volts). Do not overcharge the battery. Install the filler caps after the battery is fully charged.
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Page 28: Spark Plug
Maintenance Spark Plug Checking the Spark Plug Look at the center of the spark plug (Fig. 24). If Service Interval/Specification you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating on Install a new spark plug after every 100 operating the insulator usually means the air cleaner is hours. -
Page 29: Fuel Tank
Maintenance Fuel Tank Draining The Fuel Tank POTENTIAL HAZARD In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. WHAT CAN HAPPEN 1873 A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn Figure 25 you, others, and cause property damage. 1. Hose clamp 3. -
Page 30: Throttle And Choke Control
Maintenance Throttle and Choke Control Normally the throttle and choke control does not require adjustment. However, you should check the control adjustment: Before adjusting the carburetor If the engine starts hard Checking and Adjusting the Throttle and Choke Control 1671 Disengage the blade control (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to Figure 26... -
Page 31: Carburetor
Maintenance Carburetor To adjust the carburetor, you will need a tachometer to set the idle speed. If you do not have a tachometer or the special knowledge required to adjust the carburetor, contact an authorized service dealer. IMPORTANT: Before you adjust the carburetor: (1) check the throttle control and adjust it if required;... -
Page 32: Air Cleaner
Maintenance Air Cleaner Carefully slide the foam element off the paper element (Fig. 29). Service Interval/Specification Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 operating hours, or yearly, whichever occurs first. Paper Element: Replace after every 100 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first. Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently (every few hours) if operating... - Page 33 Maintenance Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements Foam Element A. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm water. When the element is clean, rinse it thoroughly. B. Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth. C. Put one or two ounces of oil on the element (Fig.
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Page 34: Engine Oil
Maintenance Engine Oil Screw the oil dipstick fully onto the filler tube (Fig. 33). Unscrew the dipstick again and look at the metal end. If oil level is low, slowly pour Service Interval/Specification only enough oil into the filler tube to raise the level to the “FULL”... - Page 35 Maintenance Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified amount of oil into the filler tube (Fig. 33). Now check the oil level; refer to Checking Oil Level, page 32, steps 4–5. 1256 Figure 34A 1. Oil filter 3. Adapter 2. Gasket Install the replacement oil filter to the filter adapter.
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Page 36: Cutting Blade
Maintenance Cutting Blade To assure a superior quality of cut, keep the blade(s) sharp. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to have an extra blade(s). POTENTIAL HAZARD A blade that is worn or damaged could break apart and pieces could be thrown at bystanders or at you as you use the mower. - Page 37 Maintenance Sharpening the Blade(s) Installing the Blade(s) Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both Install the blade, blade retainer, curved washer ends of the blade (Fig. 37). Maintain the original (cupped side toward blade), and the blade bolt angle.
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Page 38: Removing The Mower
Maintenance Removing the Mower Park the machine on a level surface, disengage POTENTIAL HAZARD the blade control (PTO), set the parking brake, The height-of-cut lever (deck lift) is and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the spring-tensioned. engine. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Remove the key from the ignition switch and When the mower is being removed, this... - Page 39 Maintenance Remove the bolts and lock nuts and pull the two mower pivot mount brackets down from the front axle (Fig. 41). 1805 Figure 42 1. Hairpin cotter and washer 3. Leveling bracket 2. Long rod 4. Mower mount 14. Remove the mower belt from the lower engine pulley (Fig.
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Page 40: Installing The Mower
Maintenance Installing the Mower Move the height-of-cut lever (deck lift) into the “A” notch. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Slide the end of the long rod through the hole in the blade control (PTO), set the parking brake, the mower mount (Fig. - Page 41 Maintenance 15. Hook the height-of-cut lift assist spring onto the retaining bolt (Fig. 39), using the spring tool provided with the machine. 16. Check side-to-side blade level; refer to Side-to-Side Mower Leveling, page 41. 2384 Figure 46 1. Blade control (PTO) cable 4.
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Page 42: Blade Drive Belt
Maintenance Blade Drive Belt Removing the Blade Drive Belt Remove the mower; refer to Removing the Mower, page 36. Remove the pulley cover mounting screws and pulley covers from both blade pulleys (Fig. 48). Loosen, but do not remove the bolt and nut securing the idler pulley and belt guide (Fig. -
Page 43: Side-To-Side Mower Leveling
Maintenance Side-to-Side Mower Leveling The mower blades must be level from side to side. Check the side-to-side level any time you install the mower or when you see an uneven cut on your lawn. Before you level the mower, set the air pressure in the front and rear tires to 12 psi (.85 kPa). -
Page 44: Front-To-Rear Blade Slope
Maintenance Front-to-Rear Blade Slope (15.875 mm) 5/8” Check the front-to-rear blade slope any time you install the mower. Before you check the slope, set the air pressure in the front and rear tires to 12 psi (.85 kPa). If the front of the mower is more than 3/16”... -
Page 45: Washing Underside Of Mower
Maintenance Rotate lock nuts on eyebolts to change Lower the mower to the lowest height-of-cut. adjustment (Fig. 53). To raise the front of the Sit on the seat and start the engine. Engage mower, tighten the eyebolt lock nuts. To lower power take off (PTO) and let mower run for one the front of the mower, loosen the eyebolt lock to three minutes. -
Page 46: Storage
Check the condition of the blade drive belt. that no gasoline is in the fuel system. Check the brake; refer to Brake, page 20. B. Add the correct amount of Toro Service the air cleaner; refer to Air Cleaner, Stabilizer/Conditioner or an page 30. -
Page 47: 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. Battery is dead. Charge the battery. Electrical connections are Check electrical connections corroded or loose. - Page 48 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.