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- Page 1 Form No. 3350–538 Mid–Size Mower Proline Gear 15hp with 48in Side Discharge Mower Model No. 30140—Serial No. 240000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Original Instructions (EN) Register your product at www.Toro.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Installing the Upper Handle and Wire Harness . . . manual can help you and others avoid injury and product damage. Although Toro designs and produces safe Installing the Traction Control Rods ... -
Page 3: Safety
Note: The addition of attachments made by other additional information, contact an Authorized Service manufacturers that do not meet American National Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and Standards Institute certification will cause noncompliance serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates of this machine. -
Page 4: Toro Mower Safety
The following list contains safety information specific to Keep hands and feet away from the cutting unit. Toro products and other safety information you must know. Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and a clear path. - Page 5 Never tamper with safety devices. Check safety systems to maintain, adjust or service. for proper operation before each use. Use only Toro-approved attachments. Warranty may be Use only genuine replacement parts to ensure that voided if used with unapproved attachments.
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Page 7: Slope Chart
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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 66-1340 99-3943 1. Engine... - Page 10 95-2814 98-3266 98-4387 1. Warning—wear hearing protection. 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 98-5130 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for instructions on torquing the blade bolt/nut to 75–80 ft.-lb.(102–106 N m). 98-0776 98-5954 98-3256...
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Page 12: Gasoline And Oil
Gasoline and Oil Warning Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Recommended Gasoline Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness. Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded regular gasoline Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. may be used if unleaded regular is not available. -
Page 13: Setup
Fuel tank Bolt, 5/16 x 7/8 inch Lock washer, 5/16 inch Washer, 5/16 inch Installing the fuel tank Stud Spring Hose clamp Operator’s Manual Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro... -
Page 14: Installing The Front Casters
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. 2). Note: Tighten lower bolts first to pull caster against front, then top bolts last. -
Page 15: Installing The Traction Control Rods
5. After adjusting control rods, check parking brake adjustment; refer to Servicing the Brake, page 32. m–3782 Figure 5 1. Terminal 3. Plastic plug 2. Clip 4. Switch m–6482 Figure 7 Installing the Traction Control 1. Control rod 5. 1 to 1–1/4 inch Rods (25–32 mm) gap 2. -
Page 16: Installing The Blade Control (Pto) Rod
Installing the Blade Control 4. Replace the spring washer, dish down, and locknut (Fig. 10). (PTO) Rod 5. Torque the nut to 35 ft–lb (47 N m). 1. Rotate blade control lever (PTO) vertical away from left handle so rod drops down. 2. -
Page 17: Mounting The Fuel Tank
5. Push the fuel line onto the fuel tank connection and secure it with a hose clamp (Fig. 13). Rear View m–6442 Figure 13 1. Fuel line 3. Fuel fitting 2. Hose clamp Installing the Muffler m–7454 Figure 11 1. Loosen the clamp (Fig. 14). 1. -
Page 18: Operation
Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine Gear Shift Lever – Transmission has five forward speeds, from the normal operating position. neutral and reverse, and has an in-line shift pattern. Do not shift while unit is moving, as transmission damage may occur. -
Page 19: Starting And Stopping The Engine
2. Lift the parking brake lock up and gradually release the Stopping the Engine upper control bar (Fig. 17). The brake lock should stay 1. Move the throttle lever to slow (Fig. 18). in the set (locked) position. Note: If the engine has been working hard or is hot, let it idle for a minute before stopping. -
Page 20: The Safety Interlock System
3. To engage blade(s), push the blade control lever firmly Testing the Safety Interlock System forward, until it latches over-center (Fig. 19). Test the safety interlock system before you use the machine each time. If the safety system does not operate as described below, have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately. -
Page 21: Operating The Lower Control Bar
Driving Backward 1. To go backward, move the shift lever to a reverse gear. 2. Release the parking brake; refer to Releasing the Parking Brake, page 19. 3. Slowly squeeze on the lower control bar and handle together to move rearward (Fig. 20). Operating the Lower Control This procedure is for driving up a curb. -
Page 22: Adjusting Height-Of-Cut
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. Contact with rotating mower blade(s) and thrown debris will cause injury or death. Never remove the grass deflector from the mower because the grass deflector routes m–3779 material down toward the turf. - Page 23 m–3789 Figure 24 1. Axle pivot bolt 2. Axle adjustment bolt Adjusting the Caster Position 1. Using the height-of-cut chart, adjust the caster spacers to match with the axle hole selected (Fig. 25). 2. Remove clevis pin, slide caster from support and change spacers (Fig.
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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 inc Axle (13mm) h (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 level Safety System—check Each Use Brake—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(s) before you do any maintenance. Set the wire aside so that it does not accidentally contact the spark plug. Servicing the Cutting Blades To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blades sharp. - Page 27 2. Check the balance of the blade by putting it on a blade machine, use genuine TORO replacement blades. balancer (Fig. 31). If the blade stays in a horizontal Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may position, the blade is balanced and can be used.
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Page 28: Servicing The Air Cleaner
Important The curved part of the blade must be pointing upward toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting. 2. Install remaining spacer(s) and secure with thin washer and nut (Fig. 29). 3. Torque the blade bolt to 75–80 ft–lb (101–108 N m). Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval/Specification Foam element: Clean it after every 25 operating hours. -
Page 29: Servicing The Engine Oil
1. Carefully slide the foam element onto the paper air cleaner element (Fig. 32). 2. Place the air cleaner assembly onto the air cleaner base and secure it with the nut (Fig. 32). 3. Install the air cleaner cover and secure the retaining locks (Fig. -
Page 30: Servicing The Spark Plugs
m–7451 m–7453 Figure 35 Figure 34 1. Oil filter 2. Adapter 1. Oil drain plug 3. Apply a thin coat of new oil to the rubber gasket on the 7. When oil has drained completely, close the oil drain. replacement filter (Fig. 35). Note: Dispose of the used oil at a certified recycling center. -
Page 31: Checking The Tire Pressure
Installing the Spark Plug 1. Install the spark plugs and the metal washer. Ensure that the air gap is set correctly. 2. Tighten the spark plugs to 11 ft-lb (15 N m). 3. Connect the wires to the spark plugs (Fig. 36). Checking the Tire Pressure Service Interval/Specification m–7453... -
Page 32: Greasing And Lubrication
5. Install air intake screen, recoil starter and fan housing. m–3780 Figure 40 2. Lubricate the transmission couplers every 100 hours and idler arm pivots every 8 hours (Fig 41). m–7450 Figure 39 1. Air intake screen 4. Bolt 2. Fan housing 5. -
Page 33: Servicing The Fuel Tank
Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. If the parking brake does not hold securely, an adjustment is required. Checking the Brakes 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade control (PTO) and set the parking brake. 2. -
Page 34: Servicing The Fuel Filter
m–6486 m–6486 Figure 44 Figure 45 1. Fuel shut-off valve 3. Clamp 1. Hose clamp 2. Filter 2. Fuel filter Checking the Belts Servicing the Fuel Filter Service Interval/Specification Service Interval/Specification Check all belts after every 50 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs first. -
Page 35: Replacing The Traction Belt
m–3793 m–4726 Figure 46 Figure 47 1. Hairpin cotter 3. Shield 1. Idler in slot 3. 1-3/8 inch (35 mm) 2. Brake rod 4. Drive belt 2. Belt guide 4. Mower belt Replacing the Traction Belt Replacing the Mower Belt 1. -
Page 36: Adjusting The Mower Belt Tension
Adjusting the Mower Belt Tension Service Interval/Specification Check belt tension after the first 8 and 25 hours of operation. Check the belt tension every 50 hours. Important Belt must be tight enough to not slip during heavy loads while cutting grass. Over tensioning will reduce belt and spindle bearing life. -
Page 37: Adjusting The Grass/Mud Scraper
3. If necessary, adjust the spring mounting bolts so that the Replacing the Grass Deflector blade brake pad rubs against the pulley edges (Fig. 51). 4. Adjust the nut at the end of the blade brake rod until Warning there is 1/8–3/16 inch (3mm–5mm) between the nut and spacer (Fig. -
Page 38: Wiring Diagram
Wiring Diagram IGNITION SWITCH WIRE LIST DESIG. AWG COLOR ROUTE WHITE J2 J4 WHITE J2 J3 BLUE P1–1 J5 BLACK P1–2 J1 BLACK J1 P2–1 Cleaning and Storage A. Run engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). 1. -
Page 39: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action Engine will not start, starts hard, or Fuel tank is empty. Fill fuel tank with gasoline. f il fails to keep running. Choke is not on. Move choke lever to on. Air cleaner is dirty. Clean or replace air cleaner element. - Page 40 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action Abnormal vibration. Cutting blade(s) is/are bent or Install new cutting blade(s). unbalanced. Blade mounting bolt is loose. Tighten blade mounting bolt. Engine mounting bolts are Tighten engine mounting loose. bolts. Loose engine pulley, idler Tighten the appropriate pulley, or blade pulley.
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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.