Stand-On E-Spreader/Sprayer

The steering control is located behind the control console (see Figure 6).

• Move the steering control to the right or left to steer the machine to the right or left respectively.

• Moving the steering control to the center allows the machine to steer straight.

The motion-control lever, located in the center of the steering control, controls the forward and reverse motion of the machine (see Figure 6).

• Move the motion-control lever forward or backward to drive the machine respectively.

  Note: The machine speed is proportional to the amount that you move the motion-control lever.

• When you move the motion-control lever to the center position, the machine should stop.

  Note: When you release the motion-control lever, it should return to the NEUTRAL position.

  Important: If the motion-control lever does not return to the NEUTRAL position when you release it, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

The parking-brake lever is located above the platform on the right side (Figure 7).

• To engage the parking brake, push the parking-brake lever down.

  Note: The brake lever engages a parking brake in the transaxle.

• To release the parking brake, pull the lever up.

Figure 7

1. Drive-wheel-release lever
2. Platform
3. Park-brake lever

Note: When parking on a steep slope, chock or block the wheels in addition to engaging the parking brake. When transporting the machine, engage the parking brake and bind the machine to the transport vehicle.

The drive-wheel-release lever is located above the platform on the left side (Figure 7).

Use the drive-wheel-release lever to disengage the hydrostatic-drive system to move the machine by hand.

• To push or pull the machine, move the drive-wheel-release lever up.

• To operate the machine, move the drive-wheel-release lever down.

The ignition switch is located at the left side of the control console (Figure 8).

Use the ignition switch to start and run, or shut off the engine. The ignition switch has 3 positions: STOP, RUN and START.

Note: You must engage the parking brake to start the engine.

The choke control is located at the left side of the control console; you use it to help start a cold engine (Figure 8).

Note: Do not start or run a warm engine with the choke in the ON position.

• Pull up on the choke control to set the choke to the ON position.

• Push down on the choke control to set the choke to the OFF position.

The throttle control (the red lever) is located at the left side of the control console (Figure 8).

The hour meter displays in the sprayer and information display is located to the right of the throttle, at the bottom of the control console (Figure 8).

The hour meter records the number of hours that the machine has operated. Hour meter time displays when the key is in the run position and the sprayer control switch is shut off.

The fuel-shutoff valve is located at the front, right side of the engine below the fuel tank (Figure 9).

Note: Close the fuel-shutoff valve when you do not use the machine for a few days, transport the machine to and from the job site, or park the machine inside a building.

Figure 9

1. Fuel-shutoff valve (right side of the engine)

The deflector-gate control is located to the above the throttle on the control console (Figure 10).

Use the deflector-gate control to temporarily stop the discharge of granular materials at the left side of the spreader. Close the deflector gate with the control when it is not desirable to broadcast granular materials onto sidewalks, parking lots, or patios.

• Push the knob for the deflector-gate control down to close the gate and temporarily deflect the granular materials.

• Pull the knob up to open the deflector gate for full granular broadcasting.

The heavy distribution granular-gate lever is the fourth lever located at the top center of the control console (Figure 10).

• To broadcast a wide pattern of granular material, pull the heavy distribution granular-gate lever rearward to the full open position.

• To close the impeller gate, push the heavy distribution granular-gate lever forward full closed position.

The light distribution granular-gate lever is the fifth lever located at the top center of the control console (Figure 10).

• To broadcast a narrow pattern of granular material, pull the light distribution granular-gate lever rearward fully to the limited OPEN position.

• To close the impeller gate, push the heavy distribution granular-gate lever forward fully.

  Note: Only the heavy distribution granular-gate lever closes the impeller gate. Pushing the heavy distribution granular-gate lever forward also resets the light distribution granular-gate lever to the forward position.

The spreader-pattern control is located to the right of the deflector-gate control at the control console (Figure 10).

Use the spreader-pattern control to broadcast a heavier pattern of granular material to the left or right side of the machine.

• To broadcast a heavier pattern to the left, unlock the spreader-pattern control, pull the control up slightly, and lock the control.

• To broadcast a heavier pattern to the right, unlock the spreader-pattern control, push the control down slightly, and lock the control.

The flow-rate adjustment knob is located below the heavy distribution- and light distribution impeller-gate levers (Figure 10).

Use the flow-rate adjustment knob to control the discharge rate of granular material from the hopper onto the impeller when the light distribution granular-gate lever is in the OPEN position (limited).

• Rotate the narrow-spreader distribution-flow-rate knob clockwise to decrease the discharge rate of granular material from the hopper.

• Rotate the distribution flow-rate-knob counterclockwise to increase the discharge rate of granular material from the hopper.

The impeller control switch is located to the left of the Impeller-speed display, at the bottom of the control console (Figure 10).

Use the impeller control switch to run the electric motor that drives the impeller.

The spreader and information display is located below the distribution impeller-gate levers at the bottom of the control console (Figure 10).

The spreader and information display shows the following information:

• The spreader controller firmware version

• An hour meter for the spreader-impeller motor

• The speed of the impeller motor as a percent of motor-rotation speed

• Fault codes

The drop-rate cam and linkage are located at the front of the machine and below the hopper on the spreader (Figure 11).

Figure 11

1. Slot–maximum position
2. Linkage

Use the drop-rate cam to set the maximum amount of material to be dispensed through the impeller gate and onto the impeller.

The slot in the cam, after setting 9 on the cam, allows you to open the impeller gate to the maximum position. You can use this setting for dry sand, ice melt, or other materials that are difficult to spread.

Note: Use cam setting 9 may when you are cleaning out the hopper.

The tank-agitation lever is located on the control console (Figure 12).

Setting the tank-agitation lever to the ON position allows the sprayer pump to circulate the content in the spray tank to keep the chemical solution mixed.

• Pull the tank-agitation lever to circulate the content in the spray tank.

• Push the lever to stop circulating the content in the spray tank.

  Note: Do not use agitation while spraying. Shut off the tank agitation to ensure proper spray distribution.

Note: Run the engine speed above idle and run the sprayer pump for the tank agitation to work effectively.

The narrow-spray pattern lever is located on the control console (Figure 12).

• To turn ON the sprayer in a narrow-spray pattern (the center nozzle only), pull the narrow-spray pattern lever toward you.

• To turn OFF the sprayer, push the narrow-spray pattern lever away from you.

The wide-spray pattern lever is located on the control console (Figure 12).

• To turn ON the sprayer in a wide-spray pattern (the right and left nozzles), pull the wide-spray pattern lever toward you.

• To turn OFF the sprayer, push the wide-spray pattern lever away from you.

The spray-wand trigger and trigger lock are located on the bottom of the spray-wand handle (Figure 12 and Figure 13).

• To use the spray wand, hold the handle of the wand squeeze the trigger.

• To lock the trigger to the ON position, fully squeeze the trigger against the handle and then latch the trigger lock over the trigger; to unlock the trigger, unlatch the trigger lock from the trigger.

• Release the trigger to stop the spray.

Figure 13

1. Trigger lock
2. Spray-wand handle
3. Trigger

The sprayer and information display is located to the right of the throttle, at the bottom of the control console (Figure 12).

The sprayer and information display shows the following information:

• Sprayer controller firmware version

• Hour meter for the engine

• Hour meter for the sprayer-pump motor

• Battery voltage

• Spray-system pressure

• Fault codes

The sprayer-pump switch is located to the left of the hour meter and spray pressure display, on the control console (Figure 12).

Use the sprayer-pump switch to start the electric motor that drives the sprayer pump and recirculation pump, adjust the sprayer system pressure, and shut off sprayer pump and recirculation pump motors.

The spray-wand pressure control is located to the right of the impeller-speed display, at the right side of the control console (Figure 12).

Use the spray-wand pressure control the spray-system pressure at the spray wand.

The tank drain valve is located at the left side and under the sprayer tank (Figure 15).

Use the tank drain valve to empty the sprayer tank of liquid chemicals.

Figure 14

1. Handle (open position)
2. Tank drain valve
3. Sprayer tank

• To open the valve, rotate the handle of the tank drain valve 90° clockwise (lever in-line with valve).

• To close the valve, rotate the handle 90° counterclockwise.

The sprayer-pump-supply valve is located at the right side of the machine and under the sprayer tank (Figure 15).

Use the sprayer-pump-supply valve to shut off the flow of liquid chemicals to the pump.

Figure 15

1. Sprayer tank
2. Sprayer-pump-supply valve
3. Handle (open position)

• To open the valve, rotate the handle valve 90° clockwise (lever in-line with valve).

• To close the valve, rotate the handle 90° counterclockwise.

Before starting the machine each day, perform the following daily-check procedures:

• Checking the Engine-Oil Level

• Checking the Safety Interlock System

• Checking the Machine for Loose Hardware

Important: Ensure that the safety mechanisms on your machine are connected and in proper operating condition prior to operating your machine.

The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the engine from starting unless you engage the parking brake.

Important: For best results, use only clean, fresh fuel (less than 30 days old).

• Do not use gasoline containing methanol.

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

• Do not add oil to gasoline.

Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to provide the following benefits:

Important: Do not use fuel additives containing methanol or ethanol.

Add the correct amount of fuel stabilizer/conditioner to the gasoline.

Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh gasoline. To minimize the chance of varnish deposits in the fuel system, always use fuel stabilizer.

Fuel tank capacity: 6.8 L (1.8 US gallons)

Note: Refueling the engine is difficult when using a larger refueling container such as a container with a 19 L (5 US gal) capacity.To make fueling the machine easier, use a 4 to 8 L (1 to 2 US gal) fuel container and a funnel.

1. Park the machine on a level surface and shut off the engine.

2. Allow the engine to cool.

3. Clean around the fuel-tank cap and remove it (Figure 16).

   

   Figure 16

4. Fill the tank with fuel (Figure 16) to within 6 to 13 mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch) from the top of the tank. Do not fill into the filler neck of the tank.

   Important: Do not fill the tank more than 6 mm (1/4 inch) from the top of the tank because the fuel needs room to expand.

5. Install the fuel-tank cap securely.

6. Wipe up any spilled fuel.

Use the spreader to disperses free-flowing granular substances such as grass seed, fertilizer, ice melt, etc. When you use the spreader, first fill the granular hopper, then apply the granular materials to the work site, and finally clean the hopper.

Important: When you use your spreader, thoroughly clean it at the end of the day.

Using the Spreader and Information Display

Spreader Screen Icons

Spreader	Off
Motor Overcurrent Error	Voltage Measurement Error
Motor Wire Fault	Motor Open Error
Percent of Full Speed

Spreader Information Screens

• Spreader Start-Up Screens

• Default Spreader Screen

• Sprayer Operation Screen

• Spreader Fault Codes

Spreader Start-Up Screens

When the key is switched to the RUN position, the spreader and information display shows the following screens, each for 2 seconds:

Note: The LED status light changes from red, to orange, and to green.

Figure 23

Spreader Firmware Screen

Figure 24

Spreader Hours Screen

Default Spreader Screen

The default screen appears after the initial start-up screens.

Figure 25

Spreader default screen

1. Default screen—impeller motor is shut off

Spreader Motor Screen

The spreader motor screen appears if the impeller control switch is tapped.

Note: If the motor is run for eight seconds, the default screen displays.

Figure 26

Spreader Motor Screen

Using the Impeller Control Switch

Figure 27

1. Impeller Control Switch
2. Spreader and information display

Use the impeller control switch (Figure 27) to start the electric motor that drives the impeller, adjust the impeller-motor speed, and shut off the impeller motor.

• Tap the top of the impeller control switch to run the impeller motor.

• Tap the top of the impeller control switch to raise the impeller rotation speed.

• Tap the bottom of the impeller control switch to lower the impeller rotation speed.

• Push the bottom of the impeller control switch for 1-second to shut off the impeller motor.

Using the Spreader

Spreading Charts

Note: The cam setting tables for pellet material and the grass seed are provided with permission from the Brinly-Hardy Company; reference the Brinly-Hardy Company website for more information.

Use these charts as an approximate guideline only. Other factors, such as weather conditions, spreader operation, and the condition of material affects spreader performance.

Cam Settings for Pellet Material Application

Type	kg per 93 m2 (lb per 1,000 ft2)	Cam Setting — One Pass	Cam Setting — Two Passes
Fine Pellets	0.5 (1)	3.6	3.1
	0.9 (2)	4.0	3.5
	1.4 (3)	4.2	3.7
Mixed Fine Pellets	0.9 (2)	3.7	3.2
	1.8 (4)	4.7	4.1
	2.7 (6)	5.2	4.5
Small Pellets	0.9 (2)	3	2.2
	1.8 (4)	4.2	3.7
	2.7 (6)	4.5	4
Nitrogen Pellets Medium Size	0.5 (1)	3.5	3
	0.9 (2)	4.2	3.7
	1.4 (3)	4.7	4
Medium Pellets and Granules	0.9 (2)	3.5	3
	1.8 (4)	4.2	3.8
	2.7 (6)	5.2	4.5
Large Heavy Pellets	0.9 (2)	3.8	3.3
	1.8 (4)	4.9	4.1
	2.7 (6)	5.9	4.9

Use the chart below for reference only. When spraying and spreading at the same time, set the spread pattern to twice the width of the spray; this will help avoid striping and streaking. For example, standard spray width = 2.7 m (9 ft) and spread width = 5.4 m (18 ft).

Cam Settings for Grass Seed Application

Type	Bag Weight	Coverage - m2 (ft2)	Cam Setting – Full Rate	Cam Setting – Half Rate	Spreader Width
Blue Grass or Red Top	0.23 kg (0.5 lb)	93 (1,000)	1.25		4
	0.45 kg (1 lb)	93 (1,000)	2.0		4
	0.9 kg (2 lb)	93 (1,000)	2.5		4
Park, Merion, Delta, or Kentucky Bluegrass	2.27 kg (.5 lb)	93 (1,000)	2.5		4
	0.45 kg (1 lb)	93 (1,000)	3.0		4
	0.9 kg (2 lb)	93 (1,000)	3.5		4
Hulled Bermuda	0.9 kg (2 lb)	93 (1,000)	2.75	2.25	6
	1.36 kg (3 lb)	93 (1,000)	3.0	2.5	6
	1.81 kg (4 lb)	93 (1,000)	3.25	2.75	6
Mixtures Including Coarse Seeds	0.9 kg (2 lb)	93 (1,000)	6.0		6
	1.81 kg (4 lb)	93 (1,000)	7.0		6
	2.72 kg (6 lb)	93 (1,000)	7.0		6
Rye Grasses or Tall Fescue	0.9 kg (2 lb)	93 (1,000)	6.0		6
	1.81 kg (4 lb)	93 (1,000)	7.0		6
	2.72 kg (6 lb)	93 (1,000)	7.75		6
Dichondra	113 kg (4 oz)	93 (1,000)	1.9		8
	227 g (8 oz)	93 (1,000)	2.1		8
	340 g (12 oz)	93 (1,000)	2.5		8
Pensacola Bahia	1.81 kg (4 lb)	93 (1,000)	4.5	3.75	7
	2.27 kg (.5 lb)	93 (1,000)	4.75	4.0	7
	2.72 kg (6 lb)	93 (1,000)	5.0	4.25	7

Adjusting the Spreader Pattern

If the spreader casts material unequally side-to side—too light/heavy to one side—(see Figure 36 and Figure 37), adjust the spreader-pattern.

Figure 36

1. Heavy to left side
2. Move ramp pattern to shaded position
3. Heavy to right side

Note: Do not adjust the ramps that split the product flow. Adjust only the front or rear ramp positions.

1. Unlock the spreader-pattern control by turning the handle counterclockwise 90° as shown in 2 of Figure 37.

   

   Figure 37

   1. Spreader-pattern control
   2. Rotate counterclockwise to unlock
   3. Start notch if pattern is heavy to left side
   4. Start notch if pattern is heavy to right side
   5. Rotate clockwise to lock

2. Adjust the spreader pattern as follows:

   • If the material is broadcast too heavy at the left side of the machine, pull the spreader-pattern control up slightly; refer to 3 of Figure 37.

   • If the material is broadcast too heavy at the right side of the machine, push the spreader-pattern control down slightly; refer to 4 of Figure 37.

3. Lock the spreader-pattern control by turning the handle clockwise 90°; refer to 5 of Figure 37.

Using the Deflector Gate

Use the deflector-gate control to temporarily stop or deflect granular material away from sidewalks, parking lots, patios, or anywhere the granular chemicals are not desired.

Note: The deflector gate changes the discharged of materials from the left side of the spreader only.

• Push the knob for the deflector-gate control down to lower the deflector and temporarily block the granular material.

• Pull the knob to raise the deflector to cast materials normally at the left side of the machine.

Figure 38

1. Fence
2. Flowers
3. Deflector gate lowered

Spreading Material

1. Start the engine, and adjust the throttle midway between the SLOW and the FAST positions (Figure 39).

   

   Figure 39

   1. Deflector-gate control
   2. Heavy distribution granular-gate lever
   3. Light distribution granular-gate lever
   4. Flow-rate adjustment knob—light distribution granular gate
   5. Ignition switch
   6. Choke
   7. Throttle
   8. Impeller control switch
   9. Spreader and information display
   10. Spreader-pattern control

2. Tap the top of the impeller control switch to run the impeller motor (Figure 39).

   Note: The spreader controller runs the impeller motor at the last speed setting to which you adjusted it.

3. Move the throttle to the FAST position, and drive the machine forward.

4. Open the either the narrow or wide impeller-gate lever to begin spreading (Figure 40).

   Note: Use the flow-rate adjustment knob to control the discharge rate of the granular material from the hopper onto the impeller when the light distribution granular-gate lever is in the OPEN position.

   

   Figure 40

   1. Wide spreader pattern—variable effective width to 6.7 m (22 ft) maximum
   2. Narrow spreader pattern—variable effective width from 1.5 m (5 ft) minimum

5. Evaluate the spread pattern.

   Note: If you need to adjustment the spreading pattern, refer to Adjusting the Spreader Pattern.

6. When you are finished spreading, close the heavy distribution granular-gate lever.

   Note: Only the heavy distribution granular-gate lever closes the impeller gate. Pushing the heavy distribution granular-gate lever forward also resets the light distribution granular-gate lever to the forward position.

7. Clean the hopper after each spreading session; refer to Cleaning and Lubricating the Spreader.

   Important: Always empty and clean the spreader immediately after each use. Failure to do so may cause the chemicals to corrode the spreader and other components.

Spreading Tips

Important: Ensure that you calibrate the spreader before you start using it.

Figure 41

Spreader path example

1. Narrow distribution-side deflector lowered
2. Forward
3. Effective spreading width—variable 1.5 to 6.7 m (5 to 22 ft)
4. Do not spread when turning 180°
5. End of spreading job
6. Property fence
7. Gate

• To ensure uniform application, broadcast the material in an overlapping pattern as shown in Figure 41.

  Note: The highest amount of material will dispense from the front of the hopper and less material from each side. You can adjust the distribution pattern to achieve the desired results.

• Watch for changes in the distribution pattern; unequal distribution may lead to striping.

Use the sprayer to disperse liquid herbicides, pesticides, fertilizers, and other substances. Before using the sprayer ensure that you have cleaned the tank, plumbing, and nozzles before adding any chemicals. When you use the sprayer, you first fill the spray tank, then apply the chemical solution to the work site, and then when you are finished spraying, clean the tank. It is important to complete all 3 of these steps to avoid damaging the sprayer. For example, Do not mix and add chemicals in the spray tank the night before and then spray in the morning. This could lead to separation of the chemicals and possible cause damage to components of the sprayer.

Important: When you use your sprayer, thoroughly clean it at the end of the day.

Using the Sprayer and Information Display

Sprayer Screen Icons

Sprayer	Hour meter
Battery Voltage	Voltage Error
Motor Overcurrent Error	Motor Wire Fault
Motor Open Error

Sprayer Information Screens

• Sprayer Start-Up Screens

• Default Sprayer Screen

• Sprayer Operation Screen

• Sprayer Fault Codes

LED Lights

The LED is multi-colored to indicate the system status and is located on the right side of the panel.

• Solid Green — indicates normal operating activity.

• Solid Red — indicates a fault is active.

Sprayer Start-Up Screens

When the key is switched to the RUN position, the sprayer and information display shows the following screens, each for 2 seconds:

Note: As each screen displays, the LED status light changes to green.

Figure 42

Sprayer Firmware Screen

Figure 43

Engine Hours Screen

Figure 44

Sprayer Hours Screen

Figure 45

Battery Voltage Screen

Default Sprayer Screen

The default sprayer screen (Figure 46) displays after the start-up screens display.

The hour meter records engine hours when the hourglass symbol flashes. After you turn the key to the OFF position, the display shuts off after 3 seconds.

Figure 46

1. Default screen (sprayer and information display)
2. LED status light
3. Engine hours

Sprayer Operation Screen

The sprayer operation screen (Figure 47) displays when you tap the sprayer-pump switch.

Figure 47

1. Sprayer operation screen
2. LED status light
3. Pressure set point (target)
4. Units of measure—PSI (pounds per square inch)
5. Spray system pressure (measured)

Using the Sprayer-Pump Switch

Figure 48

1. Sprayer and information display
2. Sprayer-pump switch

Use the sprayer-pump switch (Figure 48) to start the electric motor that drives the sprayer pump and recirculation pump, adjust the sprayer system pressure, and shut off sprayer pump and recirculation pump motors.

• Tap the top of the sprayer-pump switch to start the spray pump.

• Tap the top of the sprayer-pump switch to raise the spray-system pressure.

• Tap the bottom of the sprayer-pump switch to lower spray-system pressure.

• Push the bottom of the sprayer-pump switch for 1-second to shutoff the spray pump.

Spraying Tips

Figure 58

1. Overlap area—narrow spray pattern
2. Effective spray area
3. Forward
4. Overlap area—wide spray pattern
5. 2.4 m (8 ft)
6. Sprayer Off—do not spray when turning the machine 180°
7. End of spraying job
8. Property fence
9. Gate

• Do not overlap the effective spray area that you have previously sprayed (see Figure 58).

• Watch for plugged sprayer nozzles.

• Move the narrow-and wide-spray pattern levers to the OFF position to stop the spray flow before stopping the motion of the machine. Once stopped, leave the motion-control lever in NEUTRAL and leave the sprayer-pump switch in the ON position.

• You obtain better results if the machine is moving when spray controls are turned ON.

• Ensure adequate pump pressure for proper spray distribution by push the tank-agitation lever to the OFF position.

• Watch for changes in the application rate. Changes in the application rate indicate that your ground speed has changed beyond the operating range of the nozzles or there is a problem with the sprayer system.

Note: When the tank is nearly empty, the tank agitation may cause foaming of the chemical solution in the tank. In this case, push the tank-agitation lever to the OFF position. Alternatively, if an anti-foaming agent compatible with the existing chemical—add the anti-foaming agent according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Important: Do not use brackish or reclaimed water to clean the machine.

1. Drive the machine to a designated cleaning area with a level surface.

2. Move the motion-control lever in the NEUTRAL position, shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, remove key, and engage parking brake.

3. Empty the hopper; refer to Emptying the Spreader.

4. Using a hose to spray the inside and outside of the entire spreader with clean water.

   Note: Do not use a power washer to clean the machine. The high-pressure water can force residual-corrosive materials into sprayer-spreader components.

5. Tilt the screen at the bottom of the hopper forward to clean the bottom hopper components (Figure 61).

   

   Figure 61

   1. Hopper screen

6. Rotate the hopper screen down.

7. Disconnect the hopper rate-gate cable, place the rate gate dial to a setting lower than the maximum open position, and allow the spreader-sprayer to empty completely; refer to Emptying the Spreader.

8. Connect the hopper rate-gate cable; refer to Connecting the Rate-Gate Linkage.

9. Apply water-displacing lubricant to the components as shown in Figure 62.

   

   Figure 62

Important: Do not use brackish or reclaimed water to clean the machine.

Machine weight: 227 kg (500 lb)—both sprayer tank and hopper empty; 389 kg (857 lb)—both sprayer tank and hopper full

Note: Refer to the chemical warning product label(s) before transporting the machine and follow all local/state/federal requirements for transporting chemicals.

Note: Make sure that the spreader hopper cover and the spray wand are secure before transporting.

Perform the following before servicing, cleaning, or making any adjustments to the machine.

1. Park the machine on a level surface.

2. Shut the wide-distribution impeller-gate for the spreader and shut off the sprayer-pump switch.

3. Shut off the engine and remove the key.

4. Engage the parking brake.

5. Wait for all moving parts to stop allow the engine to cool before servicing, storing, or making repairs.

6. Disconnect the spark-plug wire (Figure 69).

   

   Figure 69

   1. Spark-plug wire

Grease type: National Lubricating Grease Institute (NGLI) grade No. 2 multi-purpose gun grease.

1. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine.

2. Wipe the grease fittings clean with a rag (Figure 70).

   

   Figure 70

   1. Wheel bearings (2)
   2. Kingpin pivots (2)
   3. Front axle pivot
   4. Steering control pivot

3. Connect a grease gun to the fittings (Figure 70).

4. Pump grease into the fittings until grease begins to come out of the bearings.

5. Wipe up any excess grease.

Important: Do not operate the engine without the air filter assembly; extreme engine damage may occur.

Oil Type: Toro 4-Cycle Premium Engine Oil or a high-quality detergent oil (including synthetic) API service SJ or higher

Oil viscosity: Refer to the table below.

Figure 73

Figure 74

Important: Do not operate the engine with the oil level below the Low (or Add) mark on the dipstick, or over the Full mark.

1. Move the machine to a level surface.

2. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine.

3. Allow the engine to cool.

4. Remove the dipstick from the engine and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag (Figure 75).

   

   Figure 75

   1. Dipstick
   2. Filler neck

5. Insert the dipstick from the engine as shown in Figure 76.

   Note: Do not thread the dipstick into the filler neck when checking the engine oil level.

   

   Figure 76

   1. Dipstick
   2. Maximum oil level
   3. Minimum oil level

6. Remove the dipstick from the filler neck and look at the oil level in the dipstick (Figure 76).

   Note: The engine oil level must cover the hatch-marked area of the dipstick (Figure 76).

7. If the oil level is low, wipe off the area around the filler neck and add the specified oil until the oil level is between the hatch marked areas on the dipstick.

   Important: Do not overfill the engine with oil.

8. Hand tighten the dipstick into the filler neck (Figure 75).

Required parts: muffler gasket; refer to the parts catalog for your engine.

1. Remove the 2 flange bolts that secure the muffler to the exhaust-outlet flange of the engine, and remove the muffler (Figure 83).

   Note: Discard the old muffler gasket.

   

   Figure 83

2. Remove the screws that secure the heat shield to the muffler, and remove the heat shield (Figure 84).

   

   Figure 84

3. Remove the spark arrester screen and clean it (Figure 84).

4. Assemble the spark arrester screen to the muffler (Figure 84).

5. Assemble the heat shield to the muffler with the screws that you removed in step 2.

6. Align the muffler and a new exhaust gasket to the exhaust-outlet flange of the engine (Figure 83).

7. Assemble the muffler and gasket to the engine with the 2 flange-head bolts that you removed in step 1.

8. Torque the flange-head bolts to 35 N∙m (310 in-lb).

1. Close the fuel-shutoff valve; refer to Opening and Closing the Fuel Shutoff Valve.

2. Locate the drain bolt that is in the side port of the carburetor bowl (Figure 85).

   

   Figure 85

   1. Drain bolt
   2. Bowl-retaining screw

3. Align the equipment that you will use to collect the fuel beneath the drain screw.

4. Remove the drain screw from the carburetor and allow the fuel to drain from the fuel tank and the carburetor.

   Note: Do not remove the bowl-retaining screw from carburetor.

   

   Figure 86

   1. Drain bolt
   2. Side port of the carburetor bowl

5. Install the drain bolt into the side port of the carburetor.

6. Open the fuel shutoff valve and check for leaks.

   Note: Repair all fuel leaks before operating the engine.

Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use a paper towel to clean the battery case. If the battery terminals are corroded, clean them with a solution of 4 parts water and 1 part baking soda. Apply a light coating of grease to the battery terminals to prevent corrosion.

Voltage: 12 V

Important: Be sure that the vehicles do not touch and that both electrical systems are off and at the same rated system voltage. These instructions are for negative-ground systems only.

Important: Use the properly sized jumper cables (4 to 6 AWG) with short lengths to reduce the voltage drop between systems. Ensure that the cables are color coded or labeled for the correct polarity.

1. Check the battery terminals of the discharged battery and the booster battery for corrosion (white, green, or blue “snow”).

   Note: Clean the corrosion from the battery terminals prior to jump starting. Tighten the battery cable connections as necessary.

2. Ensure that the booster is a 12 V battery with a sufficient amp rating that is in good condition and fully charged.

   Note: Ensure that the vent caps are tight and level. If available, place a damp cloth over any vent caps on both batteries.

3. Connect the positive (+) cable clamp (red) to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery ().

   Note: The positive battery cable is wired to the starter or solenoid.

   

   Figure 90

   1. Positive (+) cable on the discharged battery
   2. Positive (+) cable on booster battery
   3. Negative (–) cable on the booster battery
   4. Negative (–) cable on the engine block
   5. Booster battery
   6. Discharged battery
   7. Engine block

4. Connect the other positive (+) cable clamp (red) to the positive terminal of the booster battery.

5. Connect the negative (–) cable clamp (black) to the negative terminal of the booster battery.

6. Connect the other negative (–) cable clamp (black) to the engine block of the stalled machine and away from the discharged battery.

   Important: Do not connect the negative (–) cable clamp (black) to the negative battery post of the discharged battery.

7. Stand away from the discharged battery of the machine.

8. Start the machine and remove the cables in the reverse order of connection, disconnect the engine block connection first.

The electrical system is protected by fuses, and requires no maintenance. If a fuse blows, check the component or circuit for a malfunction or short.

1. Remove the negative battery cable from the battery terminal; refer to steps 2 and 3 of Removing the Battery.

   Note: Ensure that the negative battery cable does not touch the battery terminal.

2. Push the latch on the fuse/relay holder and separate the cover from the holder (Figure 91).

3. Pull the fuse from the socket of the fuse/relay holder (Figure 91).

   

   Figure 91

   1. Cover
   2. Fuses
   3. Negative battery cable
   4. Fuse/relay holder

4. Install a fuse (20 A) of the same type into the socket of the fuse/relay holder (Figure 91).

5. Install the cover onto the fuse/relay holder until the cover latches securely (Figure 91).

6. Install the negative battery cable to the battery terminal, and install the battery cover; refer to steps 5 and 6 of Installing the Battery.

Note: Service the air pressure in both the front and rear tires.

1. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine.

2. Check tire pressure in front and rear tires.

3. If necessary, adjust the air pressure in the tires to 83 to 97 kPa (12 to 14 psi).

1. Torque the axle bolts (Figure 92) of the front and rear wheels to 43 to 52 N∙m (32 to 38 ft-lb).

2. In an alternating pattern, torque the 4 wheel nuts (Figure 92) of the rear wheels to 104 to 129 N∙m (77 to 95 ft-lb).

Important: If you remove the axle bolt(s) during wheel maintenance, apply medium-grade thread-locking compound to the threads of the bolt(s) before installing the wheel(s)

Important: Do not use anti-seize compound on the wheel nuts.

Figure 92

1. Axle bolts
2. Wheel nut

Operator supplied equipment: 2 bolts 9 x 76 mm (5/16 x 3 inch) or longer

1. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine.

2. Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the Air Pressure in the Tires.

3. Center and secure the steering control by aligning 2 bolts (5/16 x 3 inch) through the outside holes on the steering control and through the control column.

   

   Figure 93

   1. Outside holes (steering control)
   2. Control column

4. Measure the distance between the 2 front faces of the front tires as shown in Figure 94.

   Record the front measurement here .

   

   Figure 94

   Viewed underneath machine

   1. Front of the machine
   2. Front measurement
   3. Front face of the tire
   4. Rear face of the tire
   5. Rear measurement

5. Measure the distance between the 2 rear faces of the front tires as shown in Figure 94.

   Record the front measurement here .

   Note: The front measurement should be 6.4 to 12.7 mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch) larger than the rear measurement.

6. If the front measurement is smaller than 6.4 mm (1/4 inch) or larger than 12.7 mm (1/2 inch), adjustment the rod ends for the steering linkage as follows:

   1. Remove the 4 thumb screws that secure the front cover (below the impeller) to the chassis and remove the cover (Figure 95).

      

      Figure 95

      1. Forward cover
      2. Clip nut
      3. Thumb screw

   2. Loosen the jam nuts at the rod ends.

      

      Figure 96

      1. Jam nuts

   3. Rotate the steering rod to lengthen or shorten the linkage. Adjust both the left and right steering linkages equally.

      Note: The factory center-to-center distance between the ball-joint rod ends at the steering linkage is 23.3 cm (9.21 inches).

   4. Tighten the jam nuts.

   5. Align the holes in the front cover with the clip nuts in the chassis and secure the cover with the 4 thumb nuts that you removed in 1.

7. Remove the bolts that you installed in step 3 from the control column and steering control.

Transaxle Oil Type: Toro® HYPR-OIL™ 500 hydraulic oil or Mobil® 1 15W-50

1. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine.

2. Rotate counterclockwise the 2 quarter-turn fasteners that secure the knee pad to the chassis of the machine (Figure 97).

   

   Figure 97

   1. Quick release screws
   2. Knee pad
   3. Oil expansion tank

3. Lift the knee pad up and rearward slightly and remove the pad from the machine (Figure 97).

4. Clean area around fluid-expansion tank and remove cap (Figure 97).

5. Check the fluid level in the expansion tank.

   Note: The fluid-level cover the bottom port in tank.

6. If the fluid level is too low, add the specified fluid into the expansion tank.

7. Install the tank cap onto the expansion tank and tighten the cap until it is snug (Figure 97).

   Note: Do not overtighten the cap.

1. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine.

2. Empty the hopper; refer to Emptying the Spreader.

3. Close the impeller gate by pushing the heavy distribution granular-gate lever forward fully (Figure 98).

   

   Figure 98

   1. Unlock—spread pattern control handle (rotate counterclockwise)
   2. Push down—spread pattern control handle
   3. Lock—spread pattern control handle (rotate clockwise)
   4. Push forward—heavy distribution granular-gate lever

4. Rotate the spread-pattern-control handle counterclockwise, push the handle down, and rotate the spread-pattern-control handle clockwise(3) refer to Figure 98.

5. Loosen the jam nut at the end of the pattern-control cable (Figure 99).

   

   Figure 99

   1. Jam nut (pattern control cable)
   2. Linkage rod
   3. Impeller shaft
   4. 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) gap between ramp tooth and impeller shaft
   5. Ramp tooth

6. Pull the linkage rod until there is 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) gap between the ramp tooth and the impeller shaft (Figure 99).

7. Tighten the jam nut (Figure 99).

8. Adjust the spread-pattern-control handle; refer to Adjusting the Spreader Pattern.

1. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine.

2. Visually inspect machine for damaged or worn parts, and check for loose hardware.

   Note: Before operating the machine, replace any damaged parts and tighten all loose hardware.

1. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine.

2. Check all hoses, nozzles, and fittings for damage and leaks.

   Note: Replace all damaged or leaking sprayer components.

3. Check the nozzle strainers and in-line strainers for accumulation of dirt and chemical sludge.

   Note: Clean or replace strainers with an accumulation of dirt and chemical sludge.

1. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine.

2. Clean all debris from screen next to the starter grip of the engine, around engine shrouding, fuel tank, and exhaust system area.

3. Wipe up any excessive grease or oil around the engine and exhaust system area.

4. Clean muffler-heat shields of all debris, dirt, and oil.

1. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine.

2. Clean off any debris or chemical build-up on the machine, especially the nozzles, sprayer-tank opening, impeller, and the spray wand and its holder.

1. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine.

2. Remove cooling shroud from engine.

3. Clean cooling fins of the engine.

   Note: Also, clean dust, dirt, and oil from external surfaces of engine which can cause improper cooling.

4. Install the cooling shrouds onto the engine.

   Note: Operating the engine without cooling shrouds will cause engine damage due to overheating.