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Form No. 3383-385 Rev B 20in Turf Seeder Model No. 23510—Serial No. 314000001 and Up Model No. 33510—Serial No. 314000001 and Up *3383-385* B Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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1. Location of the model and serial numbers an option. If you require a spark arrester, contact your Authorized Toro Service Dealer. Genuine Toro spark arresters are approved by the USDA Model No. Forestry Service. Important: It is a violation of California Public Serial No.
Operation Safety • Never run an engine in an enclosed area. Improperly using or maintaining the machine can result • Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes and in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with hidden hazards.
Clean up oil or fuel tightened. Replace all worn or damaged decals. spillage. • Use only Toro-approved attachments. The warranty • Let the engine cool before storing and do not store near may be voided if the machine is used with unapproved flame.
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116-8536 1. Cutting blades - press down on lever and pull blade control bail against the handle to engage the cutting blades. 116–8537 116-8648 1. To start the engine, read the Operator’s manual - (1) Park the 3. Cutting blades - release the blade control bail (neutral machine on a level surface (2) Fill the engine with oil (3) Move position) to disengage the cutting blades;...
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117–2718 116-9985 1. Read and understand the 3. AC terminal - orange 117–4979 operator’s manual before wire connects to engine servicing this machine. harness 1. Entanglement hazard, belt—keep away from moving parts; 2. Positive terminal - red and 4. Negative terminal - black keep all guards and shields in place.
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126-0296 1. Read and understand the 4. Check transmission belt operator’s manual before drive tension every 25 servicing this machine hours 2. Check tire pressure - 13 5. See engine owner’s psi (4x) every 50 hours manual for service 3. Grease the slicer shaft bearings every 25 hours...
Controls Choke Lever Before starting a cold engine, move the choke lever (Figure to the left. After the engine starts, regulate the choke to keep the engine running smoothly. As soon as possible, move the choke lever all the way to the right. Note: A warm engine requires little or no choking.
Hydrostatic-drive Bypass Lever of the machine. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved The hydrostatic-drive bypass lever (Figure 8) releases the attachments and accessories.
10). Checking the Engine Oil Level Adding Fuel Service Interval: Before each use or daily Toro Premium Engine Oil is available from your Authorized Capacity: 5.6 L (1.48 US gallons) Toro Dealer. Recommended Fuel: Important: Use 4-cycle detergent engine oil that meets •...
DANGER WARNING In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and from gasoline can burn you and others and can illness.
• 3. Place the throttle midway between the Slow and Fast To turn left or right, decrease the speed, push down positions. on the handles, and turn the machine in the desired direction; then resume normal operation. 4. Allow the engine to run for a minimum of 15 seconds, •...
DANGER When the machine is in operation, contact with rotating or moving parts will severely injure hands and feet. • Before adjusting, cleaning, inspecting, troubleshooting, or repairing the machine, stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug and keep it away from the plug to prevent someone from accidentally starting the engine.
Checking the Seed Gate 3. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Service Interval: Before each use or daily 4. To change the seeding rate, loosen the knob on the seeding-rate gauge located on the front of the Note: Trapped debris may prevent the seed gate from seed hopper.
Transporting the Machine WARNING Loading the machine onto a trailer without strong enough or properly supported ramps could be dangerous. The ramps could collapse, causing the machine to fall, which could cause injury. • Use proper ramps that are secured to the truck or trailer.
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 5 hours • Check the engine oil level. • Check the seed gate. • Inspect the air-cleaner elements. • Check the tire pressure. Before each use or daily •...
Disconnecting the Spark-plug Lubrication Wire Lubricating the Slicer-shaft Before performing any maintenance on the engine, belt, or cutting blades, disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark Bearings plug (Figure 17). Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease the slicer-shaft bearings. 1. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the spark-plug wire.
Servicing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 5 hours Every 50 hours Toro Premium Engine Oil is available from your Authorized Toro Dealer. Important: Use 4-cycle detergent engine oil that meets or exceeds the requirements for API service category SJ, SL, SM, or higher .
6. Remove the dipstick, and slowly pour oil into the fill Note: A spark arrester is available as an option. If you hole until the oil pours out of the fill hole. require a spark arrester, contact your Authorized Toro Service Dealer. 7. Replace and secure the dipstick.
Fuel System 5. Use a brush to carefully remove carbon deposits from the spark-arrester screen. Maintenance 6. Install the spark arrester on the exhaust outlet. Emptying the Fuel Tank 1. Stop the engine and wait for it to cool down. Engage the parking brake.
Drive System Maintenance Note: The hydrostatic transmission is factory-filled and sealed. It does not require maintenance. For service, contact your Authorized Service Dealer. Checking the Tire Pressure Service Interval: Before each use or daily Maintain the air pressure in the tires as specified. To get the most accurate reading, check the tires when they are cold.
1. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the spark-plug wire. Engage the parking brake. Note: Toro Premium Hydro Oil is recommended. 2. Remove the belt cover from the left side of the Mobil 1 15W-50 is an acceptable alternative.
Maintaining the Cutting move the carriage to the left, tightening the belt; then secure the 4 mounting nuts and bolts (Figure 25). Blades 6. Install the belt cover using the hardware retained in step 3. Checking and Replacing the Blades Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the blades for wear or damage.
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• Replace a worn or damaged blade. Always install Toro blades, blade drivers, and blade bolts as shown. 9. Remove the 4 carriage bolts and locknuts securing the cutting blade assembly...
Seed Gate Maintenance Cleaning Cleaning the Engine Area Adjusting the Seed-gate Closed Position Service Interval: Before each use or daily (Clean the engine and exhaust area more often in dry or If the seed gate is partially open when the seeder-control lever dirty conditions.) is in the Off position, complete the following: CAUTION...
Cleaning under the Belt Cover Service Interval: Every 50 hours 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. 3. Remove and retain the 4 bolts, lock washers, and 2 spacers securing the belt cover to the left side of the machine.
Storage 4. Perform any needed maintenance procedures; refer to Maintenance (page 18). 1. Raise the cutting blades, stop the machine, stop the 5. Check the engine oil level; refer to Checking the Engine engine, and disconnect the spark-plug wire. Oil Level (page 12).
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine will not start, starts hard, or 1. The fuel tank is empty. 1. Fill the fuel tank. fails to keep running. 2. The fuel shutoff valve is closed. 2. Open the fuel shutoff valve. 3.
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Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company. Australian Consumer Law: Australian customers will find details relating to the Australian Consumer Law either inside the box or at your local Toro Dealer.