Pro Force® Debris Blower

• Before every use:

  • Inspect the coupler, ball, and hitch.

  • Always use safety chains.

  • Verify that all of the lights are functioning properly.

  • Verify that the tires are properly inflated.

  • Verify that the lug nuts are tight and torqued properly.

  • Verify that the machine is properly secured to the towing vehicle.

• Never operate the machine when it is not connected to a towing vehicle.

• Use extreme care when loading or unloading the machine into or off of a trailer or truck.

• Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

• Do not run the engine in or direct the blower nozzle into a confined area without adequate ventilation. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless gas that is fatal if inhaled.

• The machine may exceed noise levels of 85 dB(A) at the operator’s position. Hearing protection is recommended for prolonged exposure to reduce the potential of permanent hearing damage.

• Using the machine demands attention. To prevent loss of control:

  • Operate only in daylight or when there is good artificial light.

  • Drive slowly and watch for holes or other hidden hazards.

  • Do not drive close to a sand trap, ditch, creek, or other hazard.

  • Reduce your speed when making sharp turns and when turning on hillsides.

  • Avoid sudden starts and stops.

  • Before backing up, look to the rear and ensure that no one is behind the machine.

  • Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roads. Always yield the right of way.

• Stay away from the nozzle opening when the machine is operating. Keep all bystanders away from the nozzle opening and don’t direct discharge toward bystanders.

• Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If lightning is seen or thunder is heard in the area, do not operate the machine; seek shelter.

• If the towing-vehicle engine stalls or the machine loses headway and cannot make it to the top of a slope, do not turn the towing vehicle around. Always back the towing vehicle slowly straight down the slope.

• Do not take an injury risk! When a person or pet appears unexpectedly in or near the operating area, stop operation. Careless operation, combined with terrain angles, ricochets, or improperly positioned guards can lead to thrown object injuries. Do not resume operation until the area is cleared.

• Do not touch the engine or muffler while the engine is running or soon after it is stopped. These areas could be hot enough to cause a burn.

• Read and follow all instructions.

• Failure to abide by the safety precautions may result in equipment failure, loss of authority to operate the equipment, and personal injury.

• Use and maintain the proper wiring. Follow the equipment manufacturer instructions. Improper, loose, and frayed wiring can cause system failure, equipment damage, and intermittent operation.

• Changes or modifications made to the machine that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer will void the warranty

• The machine owner and operators must abide by all applicable federal, state, and local laws concerning machine installation and operation. Failure to comply could result in penalties and could void the user’s authority to operate the machine.

• Ensure that the machinery and surrounding area is clear before operating. Do not activate the remote control system until you are certain that it is safe to do so.

• You can remove the power from the RF2CAN and TEC2403 controllers by removing the source power from the circuit.

• Use a damp cloth to keep the remote clean. Remove mud, concrete, and dirt after operation to prevent obstructing or clogging the buttons, levers, wiring, and switches.

• Do not allow liquid to enter the remote control or base-unit enclosures. Do not use high pressure equipment to clean the remote control or base unit.

• Disconnect the RF2CAN and TEC2403 controllers before welding on the machine. Failure to disconnect the controllers may result in destruction of or damage to the controllers.

• Operate and store the machine only within the specified operation and storage temperatures.

• Before towing the machine, check with your local county or state safety towing regulations, in addition to meeting Department of Transportation (DOT) Safety Towing Regulations.

• Always shut off the engine before transporting.

• Always inspect the hitch and coupling for wear. Never tow the machine with defective hitches, couplings, or chains.

• Check the tire air pressure on the machine. The tires should be inflated to 241 kpa (35 psi) cold. Also, check the tire-tread wear on the machine.

• Always properly attach the machine safety chains to the towing vehicle.

• Do not tow the machine faster than 88 km/h (55 mph). Recommended off-road towing is not to exceed 24 km/h (15 mph).

• Avoid sudden stops and starts. This can cause skidding or jack knifing. Smooth, gradual starts and stops will improve towing.

• Avoid sharp turns to prevent rolling.

• Ensure that the blower chute is pointing up when towing.

• Place chock blocks underneath the wheels to prevent rolling while parked.

• Let the engine cool before storing the machine. Do not store the machine near flames.

• Shut off the fuel while storing or transporting. Do not store fuel near flames or drain indoors.

• Park the machine on a level surface. Never allow untrained personnel to service the machine.

• Use jack stands to support the machine when required.

• Disconnect the battery or remove the spark-plug wires before making any repairs. Disconnect the negative terminal first and the positive terminal last. Connect the positive terminal first and the negative terminal last.

• Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent accidental starting of the engine when servicing, adjusting, or storing the machine.

• Perform only those maintenance instructions described in this manual. If major repairs are ever needed or assistance is desired, contact an authorized Toro distributor.

• To reduce a potential fire hazard, keep the engine free of excessive grease, grass, leaves, and accumulations of dirt. Never wash a warm engine or any electrical parts with water.

• Ensure that the machine is in safe operating condition by keeping nuts, bolts, and screws tight. Check the fan-shaft bearing mounting bolts and nuts frequently to ensure that they are tightened to their specifications.

• If the engine must be running to perform a maintenance adjustment, keep your hands, feet, clothing, and other parts of the body away from the fan and other moving parts.

• Do not over speed the engine by changing the governor settings. To ensure of safety and accuracy, have an authorized Toro distributor check the maximum engine speed with a tachometer.

• Shut off the engine before checking the oil or adding oil to the crankcase.

• Keep your hands and feet away from moving parts. If possible, do not make adjustments with the engine running.

• Charge batteries in an open, well-ventilated area, away from spark and flames. Unplug the charger before connecting or disconnecting from the battery. Wear protective clothing and use insulated tools.

• Keep all parts in good working condition and all hardware tightened. Replace all worn or damaged decals.

• To ensure optimum performance and continued safety certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use could void the product warranty.

Parts needed for this procedure:

1. Remove the clips securing the battery cover to the battery box (Figure 3).

   

   Figure 3

   1. Battery cover
   2. Battery clip

   Danger

   Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is fatal if consumed and causes severe burns.

   • Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wear safety glasses to shield your eyes and rubber gloves to protect your hands.

   • Fill the battery where clean water is always available for flushing the skin.

2. Attach the positive cable (red cable) to the positive (+) terminal.

   Warning

   Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

3. Attach the negative cable (black cable) to the negative (-) terminal of the battery.

4. Coat the terminals and mounting fasteners with petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.

5. Install the battery cover and secure with the clips.

Parts needed for this procedure:

1. Position the machine on a flat, level surface.

2. Insert the hitch tube into the frame brackets (Figure 4). Secure the tube to the frame with 2 bolts (3/8 x 3 inches) and flange nuts (3/8 inch).

   

   Figure 4

   1. Frame brackets
   2. Hitch tube

3. Route the wire harness along the right side of the hitch tube (Figure 5).

   

   Figure 5

   1. Wire harness
   2. Harness clips

4. Plug the harness clips into the holes in the side of the hitch tube to secure it (Figure 5).

5. Store the harness connector in the hitch tube holster (Figure 6).

This trailer uses a coupler that requires a 2-inch ball for the hitch.

1. Raise the trailer to a suitable height for your hitch.

2. Lift the coupler lever on the tongue while lowering the cover over the ball hitch (Figure 6).

   

   Figure 6

   1. Tongue
   2. Ball socket
   3. Coupler lever—locked position
   4. Safety chains
   5. Locking pin
   6. Hitch tube holster

3. Close the coupler lever making sure it is securely locked.

4. Install the locking pin to lock the coupler lever (Figure 6).

5. Cross the safety chains and attach them to the holes on the hitch (Figure 6).

6. Plug the machine wire-harness connector to the towing vehicle connector. Check to make sure the brake lights illuminate properly with the brake pedal applied and the taillights flash when the turning signals are use.

Parts needed for this procedure:

1. Remove the rubber bands securing the remote halves together, and remove the back cover.

2. Plug each battery into a terminal cradle, observing proper polarity (Figure 7).

   Note: If the batteries are improperly installed, the unit will not be damaged, but it will fail to operate. The cradle is embossed with polarity markings for each terminal.

   

   Figure 7

   1. Screw
   2. Cover
   3. Seal
   4. Steel gasket
   5. Batteries
   6. Handheld remote

3. Ensure that the steel gasket and rubber seal are seated in the channel in the remote and set the back cover in place (Figure 7).

4. Secure the cover with 6 screws (Figure 7) and torque them to 1.5 to 1.7 N∙m (13 to 15 in-lb).

Press the ENGINE STOP button to shut off the engine (Figure 8).

Figure 8

1. LED light
2. Rotate left
3. Decrease engine speed
4. Engine start
5. Rotate right
6. Increase engine speed
7. Engine stop

After completing the starting sequence, press the ENGINE START button to start the engine (Figure 8). Refer to Starting the Engine for the starting sequence.

Press the right or left button to rotate the nozzle to the desired direction (Figure 8).

Press the INCREASE ENGINE SPEED (rabbit) or DECREASE ENGINE SPEED (turtle) button to increase or decrease the speed of the engine (Figure 8). Pressing the INCREASE ENGINE SPEED and DECREASE ENGINE SPEED buttons at the same time returns the engine to idle.

The ignition switch (Figure 9), which is used to start and shut off the engine, has three positions: OFF, RUN and START. Rotate the key clockwise to START to engage the starter motor. Release the key when the engine starts. The key moves automatically to the RUN position. To shut off the engine, rotate the key counterclockwise to the OFF position.

To start a cold engine, move the choke control lever (Figure 9) to the ON position.

Figure 9

1. Choke control
2. Hour meter
3. Ignition switch

The hour meter (Figure 9) indicates the total hours of machine operation.

The diagnostic light (Figure 10) is located below the hour meter and indicates machine fault codes. After you turn the key to the RUN position, the diagnostic light will illuminate for 5 seconds, turn off for 5 seconds, and then begin flashing 3 times a second until you push a button on the handheld remote. If the light turns on for 5 seconds and then starts blinking 10 times a second (with or without a 5 second pause) there is a fault with the machine; refer to Checking Fault Codes.

Note: If you have a button pressed on the handheld remote when you start the machine, the light will not flash 3 times a second after it turns off for 5 seconds.

Figure 10

1. Diagnostic light

This trailer uses a coupler that requires a 2-inch ball for the hitch.

1. Raise the trailer to a suitable height for your hitch.

2. Lift the coupler lever on the tongue while lowering the cover over the ball hitch ().

   

   Figure 11

   1. Tongue
   2. Ball socket
   3. Coupler lever—locked position
   4. Auxiliary chains
   5. Locking pin
   6. Hitch tube holster

3. Close the coupler lever and ensure that it is securely locked.

4. Install the locking pin to lock the coupler lever.

5. Cross the safety chains and attach them to the holes on the hitch. Connect the machine-wire-harness connector to the connector on the towing vehicle.

• Fuel tank capacity: 18.9 L (5 US gallons)

• Recommended Fuel:

  • For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than 30 days old), unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method).

  • Ethanol: Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) by volume is acceptable. Ethanol and MTBE are not the same. Gasoline with 15% ethanol (E15) by volume is not approved for use. Never use gasoline that contains more than 10% ethanol by volume, such as E15 (contains 15% ethanol), E20 (contains 20% ethanol), or E85 (contains up to 85% ethanol). Using unapproved gasoline may cause performance problems and/or engine damage which may not be covered under warranty.

  • Do not use fuel containing methanol.

  • Do not store fuel either in the fuel tank or fuel containers over the winter unless a fuel stabilizer is used.

  • Do not add oil to fuel.

Important: Do not use fuel additives other than a fuel stabilizer/conditioner. Do not use fuel stabilizers with an alcohol base, such as ethanol, methanol, or isopropanol.

Before you start the engine and use the machine, check the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level.

Check the tire pressure (Figure 13).

The correct tire pressure is 241 kPa (35 psi).

Figure 13

Check the torque of the wheel lug nuts initially and after the first 10 hours of operation.

The remote control activates (powers up) when any push button is pressed. To conserve battery power, the remote control stays active for approximately 3 seconds before automatically shutting down unless there is button activity within the 3 second limit. When the unit times out and powers down, all remote control LED activity stops (Figure 16). Pressing any button will reactivate the remote control

Figure 16

1. LED light
2. Rotate left
3. Decrease engine speed
4. Engine start
5. Rotate right
6. Increase engine speed
7. Engine stop

The RF2CAN and TEC2403 controllers will revert to Power Save Mode if the base unit is inactive for more than 2.5 hours without communication from the remote control. Power Save Mode is a low current state of the machine. The machine does not communicate with the remote control, will not activate outputs, and will not generally function as normal.

• When in the time-out mode the engine will not run (or will quit running) and the remote control will not control any function.

• To wake controller in time-out mode, turn the key switch to the OFF position and then turn the key switch to the RUN position.

• To avoid controller time-out during operation, use the remote control to rotate the chute or change the engine speed at least every 2.5 hours.

The direction of the nozzle opening can be changed from right to left by pressing the appropriate button on the remote control (Figure 17).

Figure 17

1. LED light
2. Rotate left
3. Decrease engine speed
4. Engine start
5. Rotate right
6. Increase engine speed
7. Engine stop

• Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.

• Use full-width ramps for loading machine into trailer or truck.

• Tie the machine down securely using straps, chains, cable, or ropes. Both front and rear straps should be directed down and outward from the machine.

• Ensure that the hitch and coupling of the towing vehicle are rated equal to, or greater than, the trailer gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR).

• Always inspect the hitch and coupling for wear. Never tow the machine with defective hitches, couplings, or chains.

• Check the tire air pressure and the tire-tread wear on the machine.

• Ensure that the machine is equipped with the safety chains.

• Always attach the machine safety chain to the frame of the towing vehicle.

• Before towing the machine, check your local state and county vehicle-towing requirements. In most cases, the maximum speed for highway towing is 88 km/h (55 mph). Recommended off-road towing speed must not exceed 24 km/h (15 mph) or less.

• While the machine is parked and disconnected from the towing vehicle, place chocked blocks underneath the wheels to prevent rolling.

• Ensure that the tire pressure is correct; inflate or deflate as necessary. Inspect the tires for cuts and excessive wear.

• Rotate the chute opening so that it faces upwards.

• Check the wheel-mounting lug nuts with a torque wrench. Torque the wheel lug nuts to 95 to 122 N∙m (70 to 90 ft-lb).

• Avoid sudden stops and starts. This can cause skidding or jack knifing. Smooth, gradual starts and stops will improve the gas mileage.

• Avoid sharp turns to prevent rolling.

  Caution

  Never tow the machine with a defective tow bar. Use of a defective tow bar may cause the machine to separate from the towing vehicle.

  Replace a defective tow bar before you tow the machine.

• Check the towing-vehicle hitch ball and machine coupler for signs of wear or damage. Replace any parts that are worn or damaged before towing the machine.

• The machine coupler is 5.1 cm (2 inches). The towing vehicle ball hitch diameter must be . Use of different ball diameter will create an extremely dangerous condition which can result in separation of the coupler and ball or ball failure.

• After the tow bar has been connected to the machine, secure the machine coupler to the towing-vehicle hitch and ensure that the lock lever is in the locked position.

• Never operate the machine when it is not connected to a tow vehicle.

• Practice operating the blower. It is advisable to blow the same direction the wind is blowing to prevent material from blowing back into the cleared area.

• Be aware of the blower nozzle direction and do not point it at anyone.

• Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

• Reduce your speed when making sharp turns and when turning on hillsides

• Before backing up, look to the rear and ensure that no one is behind the machine.

• Do not run the engine in or direct the blower nozzle into a confined area without adequate ventilation. Exhaust fumes are hazardous and could possibly be deadly.

• Run the engine at full throttle when operating.

• Adjust the nozzle opening so it blows under the debris.

• Use caution when blowing around newly planted sod as the force of the air could disrupt the grass.

• Do not use on highways.

• Stay away from the nozzle opening when the machine is operating. Keep all bystanders away from the nozzle opening and don’t direct discharge toward bystanders.

• If the towing-vehicle engine stalls or the machine loses headway and cannot make it to the top of a slope, do not turn the machine around. Always back the towing vehicle slowly straight down the slope.

• Do not take an injury risk! When a person or pet appears unexpectedly in or near the operating area, stop operation. Careless operation, combined with terrain angles, ricochets, or improperly positioned guards can lead to thrown object injuries. Do not resume operation until the area is cleared.

• Do not exceed 88 km/h (55 mph) when transporting the machine.

• Do not touch the engine or muffler while the engine is running or soon after it is stopped. These areas could be hot enough to cause a burn.

Important: Raise the nozzle to an upward position before transporting the machine. If the nozzle is left in a downward-facing position during transport, the nozzle may contact the ground and cause damage.

Note: Change the oil more frequently when the operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.

Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SG, SH, SJ or higher)

Crankcase Capacity: with filter, 2 Liters (67 fl oz)

Viscosity: See the table below.

Figure 21

Important: Read the entire procedure before attempting the association procedure.

The remote control is associated to the machine before leaving the factory. The remote control must establish communications with the base unit before the machine can be used. In situations where it is necessary to reestablish remote control to machine communications (e.g., introducing a new or spare remote control to an existing base unit), you must perform the following associating procedure.

Note: Associating the remote control to a different base unit will disassociate that remote control from the original base unit.

1. Turn the key to the OFF position to turn off the power.

2. Stand near the base unit in an unobstructed, clear line of sight with the remote control in hand.

3. Simultaneously press and hold the ROTATE RIGHT and ROTATE LEFT buttons. The LED light will flash about once per second.

4. Continue to hold both buttons until the LED light begins to flash about twice per second.

5. Release the buttons.

6. Press and hold the ROTATE LEFT button. The LED will flash about twice per second.

7. Turn the key to the RUN position while continuing to hold the ROTATE LEFT button. The LED light will turn solid if the procedure is successful.

   Note: This could take up to 20 seconds.

8. Release the ROTATE LEFT button.

   The system is ready for use with that remote control.

   

   Figure 25

   1. LED light
   2. Rotate left
   3. Decrease engine speed
   4. Engine start
   5. Rotate right
   6. Increase engine speed
   7. Engine stop

Ensure that the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark plugs. Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing the spark plugs and a gapping tool/feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap. Install new sparks plugs if necessary.

Type: Champion® RC12YC, Champion® Platinum 3071 or equivalent

Air Gap: 0.76 mm (0.030 inch)

Never install a dirty filter if it is removed from the fuel line.

1. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.

2. Allow the machine to cool down.

3. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together and slide them away from the filter (Figure 28).

   

   Figure 28

   1. Fuel filter
   2. Hose clamp
   3. Fuel hose

4. Remove the filter from the fuel lines.

5. Install a new filter and move the hose clamps close to the filter (Figure 28).

1. Park the machine on a level surface to ensure that the fuel tanks drain completely.

2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.

3. Loosen the hose clamp at the fuel filter and slide it up the fuel line away from the fuel filter (Figure 28).

4. Disconnect the fuel line from the fuel filter (Figure 28).

   Note: Allow the fuel to drain into a fuel container or drain pan (Figure 28).

   Note: This is the best time to install a new fuel filter, as the fuel tank is empty.

5. Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter. Slide the hose clamp close to the fuel filter to secure the fuel line (Figure 28).

Before each use, check and clean the engine screen and oil cooler. Remove any build up of grass, dirt or other debris from the oil cooler and engine screen (Figure 29).

Figure 29

1. Engine screen
2. Oil cooler

If the belt slips when changing the direction of the nozzle, an adjustment to the belt is required.

1. Loosen the bolts securing the pulley mounting bracket to the blower frame (Figure 32).

2. Position a torque wrench into the pulley mounting bracket (Figure 32).

3. Pivot the pulley mounting bracket away from the nozzle until the torque wrench reads 23 to 26.0 N∙m (200 to 230 in-lb) (Figure 32).

4. Tighten the mounting bolts.

   

   Figure 32

   1. Mounting bolts
   2. Pulley
   3. Hole for torque wrench
   4. Torque wrench in pulley mounting bracket (22.6 to 26.0 N∙m (200 to 230 in-lb))
   5. Belt

Check the tire pressure frequently to ensure proper inflation (241 kPa (35 psi). If the tires are not inflated to the correct pressure, the tires will wear prematurely.

Operating accidents can damage a tire or rim, so inspect the tire condition after an accident.

The DOT tire information is located on the side of each tire. This information gives load and speed ratings. Replacement tires should have the same or better ratings.

is an example of tire wear caused by under inflation.

Figure 33

1. Example of tire wear caused by underinflation

is an example of tire wear caused by over inflation.

Figure 34

1. Example of tire wear caused by overinflation

Important: Before welding on the machine, disconnect the controller and the negative cable from the battery to prevent damage to the electrical system.

Fuses

Engine

A 15A in-line fuse is incorporated into the engine wiring harness (Figure 36).

Figure 36

1. Fuse block

Receiver

A fuse block is incorporated into the receiver wire harness. It is located behind the receiver on the right side of the control tower (Figure 37).

Figure 37

1. Fuse

1. Shut off the engine, remove the spark-plug wire, and remove the key from the ignition.

2. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the entire machine, especially the engine. Clean dirt and chaff from the outside of the fins on the engine cylinder head and blower housing.

   Important: You can wash the machine with mild detergent and water. Do not pressure wash the machine. Avoid excessive use of water.

3. Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air Cleaner.

4. Change the crankcase oil; refer to Servicing the Engine Oil.

5. Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the Tire Pressure.

6. Prepare the machine for storage when non-use occurs over 30 days. Prepare machine for storage as follows:

   1. Add a petroleum-based stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in the tank. Follow the mixing instructions from the stabilizer manufacture. Do not use an alcohol-based stabilizer (ethanol or methanol).

      Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh fuel and used at all times.

   2. Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes).

   3. Shut off the engine, allow the engine to cool, and drain the fuel tank; refer to Servicing the Fuel Tank.

   4. Start the engine and run it until it stops.

   5. Choke the engine. Start and run the engine until it will not start.

   6. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per local codes.

   Important: Do not store stabilizer/conditioned gasoline over 90 days.

7. Remove and check the condition of the spark plug(s); refer to Servicing the Spark Plugs. With the spark plug(s) removed from the engine, pour 2 TBS of engine oil into the spark plug hole. Now use the starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside the cylinder. Install the spark plug(s). Do not install the wire on the spark plug(s).

8. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or replace any part that is damaged or defective.

9. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is available from your Authorized Service Dealer.

10. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage area. Remove the key from the ignition switch and keep it out of reach of children or other unauthorized users. Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.

Engine oil, engine and remote control batteries are pollutants to the environment. Dispose of these according to your state and local regulations.