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Form No. 3421-672 Rev C 20in Turf Seeder Model No. 33512—Serial No. 400000000 and Up *3421-672* C Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model Section 4442 to use or operate the engine on any and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered...
Safety This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI B71.4-2017 and EN ISO 5395-2. Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions and always pay attention to the safety-alert symbol (Figure 2), which...
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 missing. decal93-7321 93-7321 1. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hands and feet, rotating knives/blades—stay away from moving parts.
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decal126-2446 126-2446 decal126-0296 1. Blade up; “T” = Transport 3. “H” = deepest blade 126-0296 position setting; blade down 1. Read the Operator’s 4. Check the transmission 2. “A” through “H” increasing Manual before performing belt drive tension every depth settings maintenance.
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decal116-8648 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; hold the blade the control bars to a neutral position (4) Start the engine.
Setup Checking the Engine-Oil Level Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required No Parts Required Procedure Procedure Refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 23). Raise the handle to the operating position (Figure g029059 Figure 3 Slide the oval locking rings down each side of the upper handle and over the lower handle (Figure 3), locking the handle sections together.
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Fuel-Shutoff Valve Blade-Control Lock The fuel-shutoff valve (Figure 5) is located on the The blade-control lock (Figure 6) is located on the left engine and is used to shut off the fuel when the side of the handle, next to the blade-control bail. machine will not be used for a few days, during Moving the blade-control lock into the full forward transport to and from the jobsite, and when parked...
To ensure optimum performance and continued safety Note: The last notch on the handle does not latch certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro on the slot. replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers...
Adding Fuel Operation Capacity: 5.6 L (1.48 US gallons) Before Operation Recommended Fuel: • For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than Note: Determine the left and right sides of the 30 days old), unleaded gasoline with an octane machine from the normal operating position.
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DANGER DANGER In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely In certain conditions during fueling, static flammable and highly explosive. A fire or electricity can be released, causing a spark explosion from gasoline can burn you and which can ignite the gasoline vapors. A fire others and can damage property.
Checking the Engine Oil Check the engine oil before starting the engine; refer Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 23). Adjusting the Cutting-Blade Depth Bring the machine to a full stop. g013146 Disengage the cutting blades. Figure 10 Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts 1.
• Wear appropriate clothing, including eye • Use only accessories and attachments approved protection; long pants; slip-resistant, substantial by Toro. footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long hair and do not wear loose jewelry. • Slope Safety Use your full attention while operating the machine.
Starting the Machine Operating the Self-Propel Drive Ensure that the blade-control bail is in the O position. Start the engine. Move the engine switch to the O position, and Move the self-propel drive bail from the NEUTRAL open the fuel-shutoff valve. position.
Operating the Machine increases or decreases from the neutral position. To disengage the self-propel drive and place the DANGER machine into the neutral position, release the The rotating blades under the machine are drive bail. dangerous. Blade contact can cause serious Note: If the machine creeps forward or injury or death.
After Operation Note: If there is excessive thatch, it may be necessary to remove the thatch prior to seeding. Engage the self-propel drive bail to begin After Operation Safety operating. Operating Tips General Safety • Clean grass and debris from the machine to help prevent fires.
Disengaging the Hydrostatic Drive If you need to push the machine unpowered, you must release the hydrostatic drive. To release the drive, pull the hydrostatic-drive bypass lever (Figure out and down, locking it in the out position. The front wheels now rotate freely. To engage the drive, pull up on the bypass lever until it snaps back into the machine.
Clean up oil or fuel spills. safety certification of the machine, use only • Do not allow untrained personnel to service the genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. machine. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, and •...
Pre-Maintenance Lubrication Procedures Lubricating the Slicer-Shaft Bearings Disconnecting the Spark-Plug Wire Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease the slicer-shaft bearings. Before performing any maintenance on the engine, Shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to belt, or cutting blades, disconnect the spark-plug wire stop, and remove the spark-plug wire.
Engine Maintenance Engine Safety • Shut off the engine before checking the oil or adding oil to the crankcase. • Keep your hands, feet, face, clothing, and other body parts away the muffler and other hot surfaces. Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the air-cleaner elements.
Service Interval: After the first 5 hours Every 50 hours Remove the dipstick, and wipe the end clean. Insert the dipstick fully into the fill hole, but do Toro Premium Engine Oil is available from your not screw it in (Figure 19).
Authorized Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Inspect and Service Dealer. adjust the spark plug; replace it if Toro spark arresters are approved by the USDA necessary. Forestry Service. Every 200 hours—Replace the spark plug.
Fuel System Use a brush to carefully remove carbon deposits from the spark-arrester screen. Maintenance Install the spark arrester on the exhaust outlet. WARNING Fuel-system components are under high pressure. The use of improper components can result in system failure, fuel leakage, and possible explosion.
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.
Fill the transaxle at the oil-fill port until the oil level is between 1/2 and 1-1/4 inches (between 13 and 32 mm) below the top of the fill port. Note: Toro Premium Hydro Oil is recommended. Mobil 1 15W-50 is an acceptable alternative. Reinstall the oil-fill port fitting. g021850 Figure 24 1.
Installing the Belt Guard finger pressure applied to the span just above the machine frame (Figure 26). Align the belt guard, capscrews, and flange-head bolts with the holes in the side frame plate and the spring bracket (Figure 25). g021373 Figure 25 1.
Cutting Blade DANGER A worn or damaged blade can break. A Maintenance piece of the blade could be thrown into the area of the operator or a bystander, resulting in serious personal injury or Checking and Replacing death. the Blades •...
Shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to death. stop, and remove the spark-plug wire. Engage Always install Toro blades, blade drivers, the parking brake. and blade bolts as shown. Check to verify that the seed gate moves freely and is clear of debris.
Cleaning Important: Do not tighten the cable to the point the seed gate is tight to the right with extreme tension on the cable as this will damage the gate and the cable. Only adjust Washing the Machine it until the openings in the bottom of the seeder are closed.
Note: If necessary, use 2 people to tilt the CAUTION machine rearward. The machine may dislodge material from Clean the debris between the frame and the under the housing. seed gate. • Wear eye protection. Lubricate the sliding surface between the frame •...
Storage Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or replace any part that is damaged. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces with Storage Safety paint from an Authorized Service Dealer. • Park the machine on a level surface, shut off the Store the machine on a level surface in a clean, engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, engage dry garage or storage area.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine does 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.