30in Stand-On Aerator

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 fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine at all times to keep the fuel fresh longer when used as directed by the fuel-stabilizer manufacturer.

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

Add the amount of fuel stabilizer/conditioner to fresh fuel as directed by the fuel-stabilizer manufacturer.

Fuel-tank capacity: 18.9 L (5 US Gallons)

1. Clean around the fuel-tank cap.

2. Remove the cap from the tank.

3. Fill the fuel tank with fuel 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.

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

4. Install the fuel-tank cap and wipe up any spilled fuel.

The information screen uses the following icons:

Aerating Hours	Parking brake
Battery Voltage	Engine Oil Maintenance
Hour Meter	Transmission Oil Maintenance
Voltage Error	Valve Solenoid Error
Valve Solenoid Connection Error

The main information screens include:

• The Startup Screens

• The Default Screen (engine-on)

• The Tine Engagement Display

• Maintenance Reminders and Alerts

• Alerts and Error Messages

When the key is switched from OFF to RUN position, the following screens display for 2 seconds:

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

The first screen displays the firmware version.

Figure 15

The second screen displays the aeration hours.

Figure 16

The third screen displays the electrical system voltage.

Figure 17

The fourth screen displays the number of hours until the engine oil maintenance is required.

Figure 18

The final screen displayed is the number of hours until transmission oil maintenance is required.

Figure 19

After the start-up screens display, the default screen (Figure 20) appears.

The information screen displays icons and information relative to machine operation.

Figure 20

Default Screen

1. Information screen
2. LED status light

• The safety interlock status indicator illuminates when the control meets the “safe to start” mode (park brake engaged).

• The hour meter displays engine hours when the hour glass symbol is flashing.

• The display turns off after 5 minutes after the ignition key is switched to the OFF position.

There are 2 ways to activate the tine engagement display:

• Tap the multi-function switch either up or down to display the tine engagement meter.

• Step on the tine ground engagement foot switch.

Figure 21

1. LCD Indicators/Information screen
2. Tine depth status bar
3. Tine depth setting indicator
4. LED status light

A higher number on the status bar (Figure 21) increases the length of the aeration plug and a lower number decreases it.

Note: If the plug length is not the desired length, you may need to adjust the machine to accommodate for your weight; refer to Adjusting the Operator Weight Control Setting.

The LED is multi-colored light (Figure 20 and Figure 21) used to indicate the system status:

• Solid Green—indicates normal operating activity

• Blinking Red—indicates an active fault

• Solid Red—indicates that maintenance is required

The hour meter displays the number of engine hours until either the engine oil or transmission oil maintenance is due. When maintenance is due, the smart controller/electronic depth control displays flashing icons for an engine oil maintenance alert or a transmission oil maintenance alert, and the LED status light displays a steady red light.

• A maintenance alert occurs when the maintenance counter reaches zero.

• If the service is not performed, the maintenance counter displays time as negative hours to indicate the number of hours past due for the service (up to -500 hours).

• The hour meter switches between the default screen and the active alert screen.

• If more than 1 alert is active, the display cycles between the alerts in the order that they occurred before cycling back to the default screen.

The maintenance alerts only display when the default screen has been active for 2 seconds; however, if the key is moved to the START position, the alerts occur immediately. When the machine is aerating, the alert screen does not display but the LED status light remains a steady red.

Service Engine Reminder

The engine-oil service reminder (Figure 22) counts down from the initial break-in service interval of 5 engine hours and then counts down from 100 hours for each service interval thereafter.

Figure 22

Service Transmission Reminder

The transmission oil maintenance reminder (Figure 23) counts down from the initial break-in service interval of 100 engine hours and then counts down from 250 hours for each service interval thereafter.

Figure 23

Rotate the lever of the fuel-shutoff valve to align the lever with the fuel line.

Figure 24

1. OFF position
2. ON position

1. Move the motion-control levers to the neutral position and engage the parking brake; refer to Motion-Control Levers and Parking-Brake Handle.

   Note: To start the engine, the parking brake must be engaged. It is not necessary for the operator to be on the platform.

2. Place the throttle lever midway between the SLOW and FAST positions; refer to Throttle Lever.

3. If the engine is cold, push the choke lever forward to the ON position; refer to Choke Lever.

   Note: If the engine is warm, pull the choke lever to the OFF position.

4. Rotate the key switch to the START position; refer to Key Switch .

   Note: Release the switch as soon as the engine starts.

   Important: Do not crank the engine continuously for more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, allow a 60-second cooldown period between starting attempts. Failure to follow these guidelines can burn out the starter motor.

5. If the choke lever is in the ON position, gradually move the lever toward the OFF position as the engine warms up.

1. Disengage the parking brake.

2. Move the throttle lever to the FAST position.

3. The lockout feature is engaged each time the engine is switched off. To unlock, tap and hold the top of the multi-function switch until the LED light disappears.

4. Tap the switch once to display the tine-engagement depth setting.

   Note: Adjust if necessary.

5. Lower the tines by pressing the tine ground-engagement foot switch.

   The LED indicator should illuminate under the tine down position on the hour meter.

6. Stand on the switch and move the motion-control levers forward to aerate.

   Note: The foot-rocker bar, located behind the tine ground-engagement foot switch, can be adjusted for your comfort. To adjust, loosen the foot-rocker bar hardware, slide the bar forward or rearward, and tighten the hardware.

The settings can be locked to ensure that the tine depth is not inadvertently changed by the operator or left unlocked.

• To activate the depth lock: turn the ignition key from the OFF position to the ON position 5 times (stop at the ON position). Use the multi-function switch to adjust the tine depth to the desired setting. Press and hold the multi-function switch down for 1 second to lock.

• To deactivate the depth lock: turn the ignition key from the OFF position to the ON position 5 times (stop at the ON position). Press and hold the multi-function switch up for 1 second to unlock.

Switch the key to the OFF position or START position when you are finished.

1. With the tines raised, drive the machine to a hard, flat surface (such as concrete) and stop the aerator, but leave it running.

2. Set throttle to the FAST position and disengage the parking brake.

3. Use the multi-function switch to set the tine depth to 3.0; refer to Adjusting the Tine-Depth Setting.

4. Press and hold the tine ground-engagement foot switch to lower the tines.

   • If the machine raises and the ground tires are no longer touching, rotate the operator weight-adjustment control counterclockwise to lower the machine until the tires touch the ground.

   • If the tines are not touching the ground, rotate the operator weight-adjustment control clockwise until the tines lower and touch the ground (but do not raise the machine).

   Important: Keep the drive tires on the ground at all times to maximize lateral machine stability and aeration quality.

5. Release the tine ground-engagement foot switch.

Tap the multi-function switch up or down to set the aeration depth.

Tap the bottom of the multi-function switch to increase the tine depth to remove a longer plug.

Tap the top of the switch to decrease the tine depth to remove a shorter plug.

Note: You can make tine-depth adjustments with the multi-function switch only. The ideal plug depth is 6.4 to 7.6 cm (2-1/2 to 3 inches). Adjust the controls to adapt to the soil conditions.

To raise the tines, remove your foot from the tine-elevation switch (Figure 8).

Important: The tines rotate when the motion-control lever is moved out of the neutral position.

1. Move the motion-control levers to the neutral position and bring the machine to a full stop; refer to Motion-Control Levers.

2. Lift your foot off the tine ground-engagement foot switch control to raise the tines; refer to Raising the Tines.

3. Place the throttle in the midway between the SLOW and FAST positions; refer to Throttle Lever.

4. Allow the engine to run for a minimum of 15 seconds, then turn the key switch to the OFF position to shut off the engine; refer to Key Switch .

5. Engage the parking brake; refer to Parking-Brake Handle.

6. Remove the key to prevent children or other unauthorized persons from starting the engine.

7. Close the fuel-shutoff valve when the machine will not be used for a few days, when transporting, or when the machine is parked inside a building; refer to Using the Fuel-Shutoff Valve.

Important: To drive the machine (forward or backward), disengage the brake lever before you can move the motion-control levers.

Figure 25

1. Left motion-control lever
2. Right motion-control lever
3. Front reference bar
4. Front of the machine
5. Forward
6. Neutral
7. Reverse

Driving Forward

1. Make sure that the motion-control levers are in the neutral position.

2. Disengage the parking brake.

3. To move forward in a straight line, move both levers forward with equal pressure.

   Note: The machine moves faster the farther the motion-control levers are moved from the neutral position.

   

   Figure 26

4. To turn left or right, pull the motion-control lever back toward neutral in the desired turn direction. The tines can be in the down position when making gradual turns.

5. To make zero-turns, lift your foot off the tine engagement foot switch control to raise the tines. The head raises in 1 second.

   Important: Do not make a zero-turn when the tines are down, otherwise you may tear the turf.

6. To stop the machine, move both motion-control levers to the neutral position.

Driving in Reverse

1. Move the motion-control levers to the neutral position.

2. To move rearward in a straight line, slowly move both levers rearward with equal pressure.

   

   Figure 27

3. To turn left or right, release pressure on the motion-control lever toward the desired turn direction.

4. To make zero-turns, lift your foot off the tine-elevation switch to raise the tines. The head raises in 1 second.

   Important: Do not make a zero-turn when the tines are in the down position.

5. To stop the machine, position both motion-control levers in the neutral operate position.

Adjust the front reference/speed control bar for desired maximum forward speed.

1. Stop the machine and move the motion-control levers to the NEUTRAL position.

2. Loosen the nuts on each side of the control panel (Figure 28).

   

   Figure 28

   1. Nut
   2. Front reference/speed-control bar

3. Move the bar forward to obtain the fastest speed.

   Move the bar rearward to obtain the slowest speed.

4. On both sides, tighten the nuts and bolts.

Important: Ensure that the nuts and bolts are tight so that the front reference/speed-control bar does not move during operation.

Important: Do not attempt to turn the machine while on the ramp; you may lose control and drive off the side.

• Use extreme caution when loading units onto trailers or trucks.

• Use 1 full-width ramp that is wide enough to extend beyond the rear tires instead of individual ramps for each side of the machine (Figure 29). The platform, when down and locked into position, must extend back between the rear wheels and serves as a stop for tipping backward. Having a full-width ramp provides a surface for the platform to contact if the machine starts to tip backward. With the platform up, a full-width ramp provides a surface to walk on behind the machine.

• The ramp should be long enough so that the angles do not exceed 15 degrees (Figure 29). A steeper angle may cause tine components to get caught, as the machine moves from ramp to trailer or truck. A steeper angle may also cause the machine to tip backward. If loading on or near a slope, position the trailer or truck so it is on the down side of the slope and the ramp extends up the slope. This minimizes the ramp angle. The trailer or truck should be as level as possible.

  

  Figure 29

  1. Trailer
  2. Full-width ramp
  3. Not greater than 15 degrees
  4. Full-width ramp (side view)

• You should determine if it is best to have the platform up or down when loading, depending on conditions. If it is not possible to use 1 full-width ramp, use enough individual ramps to simulate a full-width, continuous ramp.

• Avoid sudden acceleration when driving up a ramp and sudden deceleration when backing down a ramp. Both maneuvers can cause the machine to tip backward.

Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all the necessary brakes, lighting, and marking as required by law. Please carefully read all the safety instructions.

1. Raise the tines of the machine before driving onto the trailer or truck.

2. If using a trailer, connect it to the towing vehicle and connect the safety chains.

3. If applicable, connect the trailer brakes.

4. Load the machine onto the trailer or truck.

5. Shut off the engine, remove the key, engage the parking brake, and close the fuel valve.

6. Engage the parking brake and block the tires.

7. Use the tie-down points on the machine to securely bind the machine to the trailer or truck with straps, chains, cable, or ropes (Figure 30).

   Note: Refer to your local ordinances for specific trailer and tie-down regulations.

   

   Figure 30

   1. Tie-down points

1. Loosen the 4 flanged-head bolts that secure the pad to the left and right console panels (Figure 31).

   

   Figure 31

   1. Keyhole slot (console panel)
   2. Fanged-head bolt
   3. Pad

2. Lift up the console pad (Figure 31) approximately 13 mm (1/2 inch).

3. Pull the console pad straight back and remove the pad from the machine (Figure 31).

1. Align the 4 flanged-head bolts at the forward face of the console pad to the 4 keyhole slots in the frame of the console (Figure 31).

2. Move the pad forward until the pad is flush to the console frame (Figure 31).

3. Move the pad down until the flanged-head bolts are seated in the keyhole slots (Figure 31).

4. Tighten the flanged-head bolts to 1978 to 2542 N∙cm (175 to 225 in-lb).

1. Shut off the engine, engage the parking brake, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the key.

2. Inspect sprockets for wear and replace as required (Figure 33).

   

   Figure 33

   1. Sprockets
   2. Chains

1. Shut off the engine, engage the parking brake, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the key.

2. Check the chain tension (Figure 33) at both sides of the machine.

   Note: The chains should move up and down 6 to 12 mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch).

3. If the chains pop or snap; refer to Adjusting the Jackshaft Drive-Chain Tension, Adjusting the Drive Wheel Chain Tension, or Adjusting the Tine Drive Chain.

Important: Do not lubricate chains with penetrating oil or solvents. Use oil or chain lubricant.

1. Shut off the engine, engage the parking brake, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the key.

2. Raise the machine and support it with jack stands with a 460 kg (1,015 lb) capacity.

   Caution

   Raising the machine for service or maintenance relying solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks could be dangerous. The mechanical or hydraulic jacks may not be enough support or may malfunction allowing the machine to fall, which could cause injury.

   Do not rely solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks for support. Use adequate jack stands or equivalent support.

3. Start the engine and move the throttle level ahead to the half-throttle position.

   Warning

   Engine must be running and drive wheels must be turning so adjustments can be performed. Contact with moving parts or hot surfaces may cause personal injury.

   Keep your fingers, hands, and clothing clear of rotating components and hot surfaces.

4. Disengage the parking brake.

5. With the engine running, slowly move the motion-control levers forward and lubricate all 6 chains (Figure 33).

6. Check the condition and tension of the chains; refer to Checking the Condition of the Chains.

1. Remove cap and hex plug from the top of the caster pivot (Figure 34).

   

   Figure 34

   1. Hex plug
   2. Grease fitting
   3. Caster pivot
   4. Cap

2. Thread grease fitting in hole (Figure 34).

3. Pump grease into the fitting until grease oozes out around top bearing (Figure 34).

4. Remove grease fitting and install the plug that you removed in 1 (Figure 34).

5. Install the cap that you removed in step 1 (Figure 34).

6. Repeat steps 1 through 5 to the other caster.

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

2. Clean around the air cleaner to prevent dirt from getting into the engine and causing damage (Figure 37).

   

   Figure 37

   1. Cover
   2. Hose clamp
   3. Paper element
   4. Foam element

3. Rotate the cover knobs 1/4 turn counterclockwise and remove the air-cleaner cover (Figure 37).

4. Rotate the thumbscrew of the hose clamp counterclockwise until you can separate the air-cleaner assembly from the inlet duct (Figure 37).

5. Carefully pull the foam element off the paper element (Figure 37).

1. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, or damaged (Figure 37).

   Important: Replace the foam element if it is worn or damaged.

2. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm water. When the element is clean, rinse it thoroughly.

3. Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth.

Important: Do not wash the paper air-cleaner element.

1. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, or damage to the rubber seal (Figure 37).

   Note: Replace the paper element if it is damaged.

2. Clean the paper element by gently tapping it to remove dust and debris.

   Note: If the element is very dirty, replace the air-cleaner element.

   Note: Do not use pressurized air to clean the paper element.

Important: To prevent engine damage, always operate the engine with the complete foam and paper air-cleaner assembly installed.

1. Carefully slide the foam element onto the paper air-cleaner element (Figure 37).

2. Align the air-cleaner assembly onto the inlet duct and secure it with the hose clamp (Figure 37).

3. Align the air-cleaner cover onto the engine cover and secure the cover by rotating the cover knobs 1/4 turn clockwise (Figure 37).

Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SJ or later)

Engine-Oil Capacity: 1.7 L (1.8 US qt) with the filter removed; 1.5 L (1.6 US qt) without the filter removed

Engine-Oil Viscosity: Refer to the table below.

Figure 38

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. Park the machine on a level surface, engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.

2. Allow the engine to cool.

3. Check the engine-oil level as shown in Figure 39.

   

   Figure 39

4. If the oil level is low, wipe off the area around the oil fill cap, remove cap and add the specified oil until the oil level is at the Full mark on the dipstick.

   Note: Do not overfill the engine with oil.

Note: Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center.

1. Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly lower than the opposite side to assure the oil drains completely.

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

3. Change the engine oil as shown in Figure 41.

   Note: Torque drain plug to 27 to 33 N∙m (20 to 24 ft-lb).

   

   Figure 40

   

   Figure 41

4. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil into the filler tube, and slowly add the additional oil to bring it to the Full mark (Figure 42).

   

   Figure 42

5. Start the engine and drive to a flat area.

6. Check the engine-oil level.

7. Reset the engine-oil service reminder; refer to Resetting the Engine-Oil Maintenance Reminder.

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

   Note: You must engage the parking brake to reset the maintenance reminder.

2. Cycle the key switch between the RUN position and the OFF position 4 times within 8 seconds.

   The Service Engine screen displays and flashes (Figure 43).

   

   Figure 43

   Service Engine Screen

3. Press down the multi-function switch.

   The engine-oil maintenance reminder resets to 100.0 (hours), exits the Service Engine screen, and returns to the default screen.

Note: You can exit the Service Engine screen at any time by turning the key to either the OFF or the START positions.

1. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing the Engine Oil.

2. Place a rag under the oil filter to soak up any spilled oil.

   Important: Spilled oil may drain under the engine. Wipe up any spilled oil.

3. Change the engine-oil filter (Figure 44).

   

   Figure 44

   Note: Ensure that the oil-filter gasket touches the engine, and then turn the filter an extra 3/4 turn.

4. Fill the crankcase with the specified type of new oil; refer to Figure 38.

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

2. Remove the spark plug as shown in Figure 45.

   

   Figure 45

Important: Do not clean the spark plug(s). Always replace the spark plug(s) when it has a black coating, worn electrodes, an oily film, or cracks.

If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating on the insulator usually means the spark plug is dirty.

Set the gap to 0.75 mm (0.03 inch).

Figure 46

Tighten the spark plug(s) to 22 N∙m (16 ft-lb).

Figure 47

Note: Wipe up any spilled fuel.

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

2. Close the fuel-shutoff valve; refer to Using the Fuel-Shutoff Valve.

3. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together and slide them away from the filter (Figure 48).

   

   Figure 48

   1. Hose clamp
   2. Flow direction arrow (fuel filter)
   3. Hose

4. Remove the filter from the fuel hoses (Figure 48).

   Note: Do not install a dirty filter after it is removed from the fuel line.

5. Install a new filter with the flow-direction arrow aligned as illustrated in Figure 48.

   Note: Ensure that the fuel hoses are fully seated onto the hose fittings of the fuel filter.

6. Align the hose clamps over the hose and the fuel-filter fittings (Figure 48).

7. Open the fuel-shutoff valve; refer to Using the Fuel-Shutoff Valve.

8. Check for fuel leaks and repair if needed.

9. Wipe up any spilled fuel.

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

2. Remove the console pad; refer to Removing the Console Pad.

3. On the battery, lift the black terminal cover from the negative cable (Figure 49).

   

   Figure 49

   1. Flanged bolt
   2. Terminal cover (black—negative battery terminal)
   3. Terminal cover (red—positive battery terminal)
   4. Positive (+) battery terminal
   5. Negative (-) battery terminal
   6. Flanged nut
   7. Battery tray
   8. Battery strap

4. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the negative (-) battery terminal, and remove the cable from the battery (Figure 49).

5. Slide the red terminal cover off the positive battery terminal (Figure 49).

6. Disconnect the positive (red) battery cable, and remove the cable from the battery (Figure 49).

7. Remove the hook of the battery strap from the battery tray (Figure 49), and remove the battery.

1. Place the battery onto the machine (Figure 49).

2. Secure the battery to the battery tray with the battery strap.

3. Install the positive (red) battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with a flanged bolt and flanged nut (Figure 49).

4. Slide the red terminal cover over the positive-battery terminal.

5. Install the negative battery cable and the ground wire to the negative (-) battery terminal with a flanged bolt and flanged nut (Figure 49).

6. Slide the black terminal cover over the negative-battery terminal.

Important: Always keep the battery fully charged (1.265 specific gravity) to prevent battery damage when the temperature is below 0°C (32°F).

1. Remove the battery from the chassis; refer to Removing the Battery.

2. Check the electrolyte level.

3. Ensure that the filler caps are installed on the battery.

4. Charge the battery for 1 hour at 25 to 30 A or 6 hours at 4 to 6 A.

5. When the battery is fully charged, unplug the charger from the electrical outlet, and disconnect the charger leads from the battery posts (Figure 50).

6. Install the battery onto the machine and connect the battery cables; refer to Installing the Battery.

   Note: Do not run the machine with the battery disconnected; electrical damage may occur.

   

   Figure 50

   1. Positive battery post
   2. Negative battery post
   3. Red (+) charger lead
   4. Black (-) charger lead

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

2. Lift the rear of the machine and support it using jack stands or equivalent support.

3. Check the chains on both sides of the machine for proper tension.

   Note: The chains should move up and down 6 to 12 mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch).

4. At each side of the machine, loosen the 3 nuts and bolts that secure the transmission mount and tensioner plate, and the 2 nuts securing the adjustment bolt at the tensioner plate as shown in Figure 54.

   Note: You must loosen the nuts and bolts that secure the transmission mount and tensioner plate at both sides of the machine.

   

   Figure 54

   1. Hydro mounting bolts and nuts
   2. Nuts
   3. Adjustment bolt
   4. 6 to 12 mm (1/4-1/2 inch)
   5. Guard removed for clarity

5. Turn the adjustment bolt to move transmission adjustment plates and transmission.

6. When the chains can move up and down 6 to 12 mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch), tighten the nuts on both sides of the adjustment bolts.

7. Tighten nuts and bolts that secure the hydro mounting.

8. Adjust the traction-control linkage, refer to Adjusting the Traction-Control Linkage.

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

2. Lift the rear of the machine and support it using jack stands.

3. Check the tension of the drive-wheel chains (Figure 55).

   Note: The chains should move up and down 6 to 12 mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch).

   

   Figure 55

   1. Locknut
   2. Idler sprocket
   3. Drive-wheel chain

4. Loosen the locknut and carriage bolt that secure the idler sprocket (Figure 55).

5. Increase or decrease chain tension by performing the following:

   • Push down and forward on the sprocket to increase the chain tension as shown in Figure 55.

   • Lift up and back on the sprocket to decrease the chain tension.

6. Torque the locknut to 91 to 113 N∙m (67 to 83 ft-lb).

7. Check the chain tension and if necessary repeat steps 4 through 6 until you can move the chain up and down 6 to 12 mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch).

AW-32 hydraulic fluid

1. Park the machine on a level surface.

2. Lower the tines to the ground.

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

4. Remove the console pad; refer to Removing the Console Pad.

5. Clean the area around the hydraulic reservoir cap (Figure 63).

   

   Figure 63

   1. Cold fluid level
   2. Hot fluid level

6. Remove the cap and check hydraulic-fluid level in the reservoir (Figure 63).

   Note: The hydraulic-fluid level should cover the word Cold that is embossed into the baffle of the reservoir.

7. If necessary, add the specified hydraulic fluid to the reservoir until the fluid covers the Cold fluid level on the baffle (Figure 63).

   Note: The baffle ion the reservoir is labeled Hot and Cold. Fill the reservoir to the appropriate level depending upon the temperature of the fluid. The fluid level varies with the temperature of the fluid. The Cold level shows the level of the fluid when it is at 24°C (75°F). The Hot level shows the level of fluid when it is at 107°C (225°F). For example: If the fluid is at ambient-air temperature, about 24°C (75° F), fill only to the Cold level. If the fluid is about 65°C (150° F), fill to halfway between the Hot and Cold levels.

8. Replace the hydraulic reservoir cap and tighten it until it is snug (Figure 63).

   Note: Do not overtighten the reservoir cap.

9. Install the console pad; refer to Removing the Console Pad.

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

2. Carefully clean area around the front of the auxiliary pump, fill cap for the reservoir, and filter (Figure 64).

   Important: Ensure that no dirt or contamination enters hydraulic system.

   

   Figure 64

3. At the front of the auxiliary hydraulic pump, remove the inlet hose from the hydraulic fitting in the pump, place the end of the hose in a drain container, and allow the fluid to drain (Figure 65).

   

   Figure 65

   1. Hydraulic fitting (auxiliary hydraulic pump)
   2. Inlet hose
   3. Drain container

4. Clean around the fitting for the hydraulic pump.

5. Rotate the auxiliary hydraulic filter counterclockwise and remove it from the base of the filter adapter (Figure 66). Allow the fluid to drain.

   

   Figure 66

   1. Auxiliary hydraulic filter
   2. Filter adapter

6. Apply a thin coat of specified fluid onto the seal of the new hydraulic filter.

7. Install the filter by rotating it clockwise onto the filter adapter until the seal contacts the filter adapter, then tighten the filter an additional 2/3 to 3/4 turn (Figure 66).

8. Install the inlet hose onto the fitting in the pump and torque the hose fitting to 50 N∙m (37 ft-lb).

9. Add the specified fluid until the level reaches the Cold fill line located on the reservoir tank; refer to Checking the Auxiliary Hydraulic-Fluid Level.

10. Start the engine and raise and lower the tines.

11. Lower the tines to the ground and refill the reservoir to the Cold fill line.

Toro® HYPR-OIL™ 500 hydraulic fluid or Mobil® 1 15W-50 synthetic motor oil.

Important: Use the specified fluid. Other fluids could cause system damage.

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

2. Allow the machine to cool.

3. Remove the cap from the expansion tank and check the hydraulic-fluid level in the tank (Figure 67).

   Note: The transmission fluid level should cover the Full Cold line molded into the side of the tank.

   

   Figure 67

   1. Cap
   2. Filler neck (expansion tank)
   3. Full Cold line

4. If necessary, add the specified transmission fluid until the fluid level is at the Full Cold line of the expansion tank (Figure 67).

5. Replace expansion-tank cap and tighten it until snug.

   Important: Do not overtighten the expansion-tank cap.

Note: Do not change the hydraulic system fluid (except for what can be drained when changing filter), unless the fluid has been contaminated or been extremely hot.

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

2. Raise the machine and support it with jack stands with a 460 kg (1,015 lb) capacity.

3. Remove the 3 washer-head bolts (1/4 x 3/4 inch) that secure the filter guard to the transmission, and remove the guard (Figure 68).

   

   Figure 68

   1. Transmission
   2. Filter adapter
   3. Transmission filter
   4. Washer-head bolts (1/4 x 3/4 inch)
   5. Filter guard

4. Clean the around the transmission filter (Figure 68).

5. Align a drain pan under the filter.

6. Rotate the filter counterclockwise and remove the filter (Figure 68).

   Note: Allow the fluid to completely drain from the filter adapter of the transmission.

7. Apply a thin coat of specified fluid onto the seal of the new transmission filter.

8. Install the filter by rotating it clockwise onto the filter adapter until the seal contacts the base of the adapter, then tighten the filter an additional 3/4 to 1 turn (Figure 68).

9. Install the filter guard with the 3 washer-head bolts (1/4 x 3/4 inch) that you removed in step 3 (Figure 68), and tighten the bolts to 1117 to 1243 N∙cm (90 to 110 in-lb).

1. Raise the rear of machine up and support with jack stands (or equivalent support) just high enough to allow the drive wheels to turn freely.

   Caution

   Raising the machine for service or maintenance relying solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks could be dangerous. The mechanical or hydraulic jacks may not be enough support or may malfunction allowing the machine to fall, which could cause injury.

   Do not rely solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks for support. Use adequate jack stands or equivalent support.

2. Align a drain pan under the sight plugs of the transmissions (Figure 69 and Figure 70).

   

   Figure 69

   Left transmission shown

   1. Sight plug
   2. Sight-plug port
   3. Up
   

   Figure 70

   Left transmission shown

   1. Sight plug
   2. Sight-plug port
   3. Up

3. At the inboard side of the transmission, near the top, remove the sight plug from 1 of the transmissions (Figure 69 and Figure 70).

4. Add the specified fluid to the expansion tank until fluid flows from the sight-plug port; refer to Checking the Transmission Fluid Level.

5. Install the sight plug and torque it to 244 N∙m (180 in-lb).

6. Repeat steps 3 through 5 for the other transmission.

7. Add the specified fluid into the expansion tank until the fluid level is at the Full Cold line of the tank.

8. Start the engine and move the throttle midway between the SLOW and FAST positions

9. Disengage the parking brake.

10. Slowly move the motion-control levers in the forward and reverse directions 5 to 6 times.

    Note: Cycling the traction-controls forward and reverse purges air from the transmissions.

11. Shut off the engine and remove the key.

12. Check the fluid level in the expansion tank, and add the specified fluid as required; refer to Checking the Transmission Fluid Level.

13. Repeat steps 8 through 12 until all the air is completely purged from the transmissions.

    Note: The air is purged when the transmissions when the transmissions operate at normal noise levels and smoothly move forward and reverse at normal speeds.

14. Lower the machine and remove the jack stands.

15. Reset the transmission-oil maintenance reminder; refer to Resetting the Transmission-Oil Maintenance Reminder.

1. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer toPreparing the Machine for Maintenance.

   Note: You must engage the parking brake to reset the maintenance reminder.

2. Cycle the key switch between the RUN position and the OFF position 6 times within 8 seconds.

   The Service Transmission screen displays and flashes (Figure 71).

   

   Figure 71

   Service Transmission Screen

3. Press down the multi-function switch.

   The transmission-oil maintenance reminder resets to 250 (hours), exits the service transmission screen, and returns to the default screen.

Note: You can exit the service transmission screen at any time by turning the key to either the OFF or the START positions.

Engine oil and hydraulic fluid are both pollutants to the environment. Dispose of used oil at a certified recycling center or according to your state and local regulations.

Federal law states that batteries should not be placed in the garbage. Management and disposal practices for batteries must follow relevant federal, state, or local laws.

If a battery is being replaced or if the machine containing the battery is no longer operating and is being scrapped, remove the battery and take it to a local certified recycling center. If no local recycling is available return the battery to any certified battery reseller.