320-D Compact Tool Carrier

Before starting the machine each day, perform the Each Use/Daily procedures listed in the .

Important: Check the hydraulic-fluid level and bleed the fuel system before starting the engine for the first time; refer to Checking the Hydraulic-Fluid Level and Bleeding the Fuel System.

To adjust the thigh support (Figure 12), loosen the knobs and raise or lower the support pad to the desired height. You can also obtain additional adjustment by loosening the nut securing the pad to the adjustment plate and moving the plate up or down as needed. Tighten all fasteners securely when finished.

Figure 12

1. Thigh-support bracket
2. Adjustment plate
3. Thigh-support pad
4. Knob and flat washer
5. Carriage bolt
6. Locknut and flat washer

1. Stand on the platform.

2. Ensure that the auxiliary hydraulics lever is in the NEUTRAL position.

3. Move the throttle lever midway between the SLOW and FAST positions.

4. Insert the key into the key switch and turn it to the RUN position.

   Note: The battery, oil pressure, and glow-plug lights come on.

5. When the glow-plug light turns off, turn the key to the START position. When the engines starts, release the key.

   Note: A warm engine may be started without waiting for the light to turn off.

   Important: Do not engage the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, wait 30 seconds for the starter to cool down between attempts. Failure to follow these instructions could burn out the starter motor.

6. Move the throttle lever to the FAST setting.

   Important: Running the engine at high speeds when the hydraulic system is cold (i.e., when the air temperature is at or below freezing) could damage the hydraulic system. When starting the engine in cold conditions, allow it to run in the middle throttle position for 2 to 5 minutes before moving the throttle to the FAST position.

   Note: If the outdoor temperature is below freezing, store the machine in a garage to keep it warmer and to aid in starting.

Use the traction controls to move the machine. The farther you move the traction controls in any direction, the faster the machine moves in that direction. Release the traction controls to stop the machine.

The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle lever in the FAST position for best performance. You can, however, use the throttle position to operate at slower speeds.

1. Park the machine on a level surface, engage the parking brake (if equipped), and lower the loader arms.

2. Ensure that the auxiliary hydraulics lever is in the NEUTRAL position.

3. Move the throttle lever to the SLOW position.

4. If the engine has been working hard or is hot, let it idle for a minute before turning the key switch to the OFF position.

   Note: This helps to cool the engine before you shut it off. In an emergency, you can shut off the engine immediately.

5. Turn the key switch to the OFF position and remove the key.

Important: Do not tow or pull the machine without first opening the tow valves, or you will damage the hydraulic system.

1. Shut off the engine and remove the key.

2. Remove the plug covering each tow valve (Figure 15).

   

   Figure 15

3. Loosen the jam nut on each tow valve.

4. Turn each valve counterclockwise 1 turn with a hex wrench to open them.

5. Tow the machine as required.

   Important: Do not exceed 4.8 km/h (3 mph) when towing.

6. After repairing the machine, close the tow valves and tighten the jam nuts.

   Important: Do not overtighten the tow valves.

7. Replace the plugs.

Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to haul the machine. Use a full-width ramp. 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. Knowing this information could help you or bystanders avoid injury. Refer to your local ordinances for trailer and tie-down requirements.

Selecting a Trailer

Warning

Loading a machine onto a trailer or truck increases the possibility of tip-over and could cause serious injury or death (Figure 16).

• Use only full-width ramps.

• Ensure that the length of ramp is at least 4 times as long as the height of the trailer or truck bed to the ground. This ensures that ramp angle does not exceed 15 degrees on flat ground.

Figure 16

1. Full-width ramp(s) in stowed position
2. Ramp is at least 4 times as long as the height of the trailer or truck bed to the ground
3. H=height of the trailer or truck bed to the ground
4. Trailer

You can lift the machine using the tie-down/lift loops as lift points; refer to Figure 18.

Grease Type: General-purpose grease

1. Park the machine on a level surface, engage the parking brake (if equipped), and lower the loader arms.

2. Shut off the engine and remove the key.

3. Clean the grease fittings with a rag.

4. Connect a grease gun to each fitting (Figure 24 and Figure 25).

   

   Figure 24

   

   Figure 25

5. Pump grease into the fittings until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings (approximately 3 pumps).

6. Wipe up any excess grease.

1. Park the machine on a level surface, engage the parking brake (if equipped), and lower the loader arms.

2. Shut off the engine and remove the key.

3. Release the latches on the air cleaner and pull the air-cleaner cover off the air-filter body (Figure 26).

   

   Figure 26

   1. Latches
   2. Air-cleaner cover
   3. Air-filter body
   4. Primary filter
   5. Dust cap

4. Squeeze the dust cap sides to open it and knock the dust out.

5. Clean the inside of the air-cleaner cover with compressed air that is under 205 kPa (30 psi).

   Important: Do not use compressed air on the air-cleaner body.

6. Gently slide the filter out of the air-filter body (Figure 26).

   Note: Avoid knocking the filter into the side of the body.

   Important: Do not attempt to clean the filter.

7. Inspect the new filter for tears, an oily film, or damage to the rubber seal. Look into the filter while shining a bright light on the outside of the filter; holes in the filter appear as bright spots.

   If the filter is damaged, do not use it.

8. Carefully install the filter (Figure 26).

   Note: Ensure that the filter is fully seated by pushing on the outer rim of the filter while installing it.

   Important: Do not press on the soft inside area of the filter.

9. Install the air-cleaner cover with the dust cap oriented downward and secure the latches (Figure 26).

1. Park the machine on a level surface, engage the parking brake, and lower the loader arms.

2. Shut off the engine and remove the key.

3. Open the rear-access cover.

4. Turn the drain valve until the water runs out of the filter (Figure 31).

   Note: The fuel filter is located near the bottom of the fuel tank.

   

   Figure 31

   1. Fuel filter
   2. Drain valve

5. Close the valve.

6. Close the rear-access cover.

Important: Never install a dirty filter.

1. Park the machine on a level surface, engage the parking brake, and lower the loader arms.

2. Shut off the engine and remove the key.

3. Shut off the fuel valve on the bottom of the fuel tank (Figure 34).

4. Open the rear-access cover.

5. Open the drain valve (Figure 32) and drain the fuel from the fuel filter into a suitable container and dispose of it properly.

   

   Figure 32

   1. Drain valve
   2. Fuel filter

6. Remove the fuel filter with a filter wrench (Figure 32).

7. Clean the mounting surface.

8. Lubricate the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil.

9. Screw on the new filter by hand until the gasket contacts the housing, then tighten it another 1/2 turn.

10. Open the fuel valve on the bottom of the fuel tank (Figure 34).

11. Bleed the fuel system; refer to Bleeding the Fuel System.

12. Start the engine and check for leaks.

Bleed the air from the fuel system in any of the following situations:

• Initial start-up of a new machine or a machine that has been stored

• After the engine has ceased running due to lack of fuel

• After maintenance has been performed on the fuel system components

1. Park the machine on a level surface, engage the parking brake, and lower the loader arms.

2. Shut off the engine and remove the key.

3. Open the rear-access cover.

4. Place a drain pan under the fuel filter to catch fuel spills.

5. Open the bleed screw on top of the fuel filter to fill the bowl with fuel (Figure 33).

   

   Figure 33

   1. Fuel filter
   2. Bleed screw

6. Close the bleed screw when fuel comes out in a steady stream.

7. On left side of the engine, locate the air vent plug on top of the fuel-injection pump and connect a hose to it, leading to a drain pan.

8. Open the vent plug and crank the engine until fuel comes out a steady stream.

9. Close the vent plug.

10. Close the rear-access cover.

1. Park the machine on a level surface, engage the parking brake, and lower the loader arms.

2. Shut off the engine and remove the key.

3. Shut off the fuel valve in the hose near the bottom of the fuel tank (Figure 34).

   

   Figure 34

   1. Fuel valve (open)
   2. Fuel valve (closed)

4. Open the rear-access cover.

5. Loosen the hose clamp at the fuel filter and slide it up the fuel line away from the filter.

6. Pull the fuel line off the fuel filter, open the fuel valve, and allow the fuel to drain into a fuel can or drain pan.

7. Close the fuel valve.

8. Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter.

9. Slide the hose clamp close to the fuel filter to secure the fuel line.

10. Close the rear-access cover.

11. Open the fuel valve in the hose near the bottom of the fuel tank as illustrated in Figure 34.

Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty.

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 reduce corrosion.

Specifications: 12 V, 450 A (cold cranking)

Maintain the air pressure in the tires as specified. Check the tires when they are cold to get the most accurate reading.

Pressure: 103 to 138 kPa (15 to 20 psi)

Note: Use a lower tire pressure, 103 kPa (15 psi), when operating in sandy soil conditions to provide better traction in the loose soil.

Figure 37

1. Valve stem

Check and torque the wheel lug nuts to 68 N∙m (50 ft-lb).

Remove any buildup of grass, dirt or other debris from the radiator screen with compressed air.

The cooling system is filled with a 50/50 solution of water and permanent ethylene glycol antifreeze. Check the level of coolant at the beginning of each day, before starting the engine.

1. Park the machine on a level surface, lower the loader arms, engage the parking brake, and shut off the engine.

2. Remove the key from the key switch and allow the engine to cool.

3. Remove the radiator cap and check the coolant level (Figure 38).

   The coolant should be up to the filler neck.

   

   Figure 38

   1. Radiator cap

4. If the coolant level is low, add coolant up to the bottom of the filler neck.

   Important: Do not overfill the radiator.

5. Replace the radiator cap, ensuring that it is tightly sealed.

Have an Authorized Service Dealer change the engine coolant yearly.

If you need to add engine coolant, refer to Checking the Engine-Coolant Level.

1. Engage the parking-brake; refer to Parking-Brake Lever.

2. Start the engine.

3. Slowly attempt to drive the machine forward or rearward.

4. If the machine moves, contact your Authorized Service Dealer for service.

To relieve hydraulic pressure while the engine is on, disengage the auxiliary hydraulics and fully lower the loader arms.

To relieve the pressure while the engine is off, move the auxiliary-hydraulics lever between the forward and reverse flow positions to relieve auxiliary hydraulic pressure, move the attachment-tilt lever forward and rearward, and move the loader-arm lever forward to lower the loader arms (Figure 39).

Figure 39

Hydraulic Tank Capacity: 56 L (14.8 US gallons)

Use only 1 of the following fluids in the hydraulic system:

• Toro Premium Transmission/Hydraulic Tractor Fluid (refer to your Authorized Service Dealer for more information)

• Toro PX Extended Life Hydraulic Fluid (refer to your Authorized Service Dealer for more information)

• If either of the above Toro fluids are not available, you may use another Universal Tractor Hydraulic Fluid (UTHF), but they must be only conventional, petroleum-based products. The specifications must fall within the listed range for all the following material properties and the fluid should meet the listed industry standards. Check with your hydraulic fluid supplier to determine if the fluid meets these specifications.

  Note: Toro will not assume responsibility for damage caused by improper substitutions, so use only products from reputable manufacturers who will stand behind their recommendations.

  Material Properties
  Viscosity, ASTM D445	cSt at 40°C: 55 to 62
  	cSt at 100°C: 9.1 to 9.8
  Viscosity index, ASTM D2270	140 to 152
  Pour Point, ASTM D97	-43 to -37°C (-46 to -35°F)
  Industry Standards
  API GL-4, AGCO Powerfluid 821 XL, Ford New Holland FNHA-2-C-201.00, Kubota UDT, John Deere J20C, Vickers 35VQ25 and Volvo WB-101/BM

  Note: Many hydraulic fluids are almost colorless, making it difficult to spot leaks. A red dye additive for the hydraulic system fluid is available in 20 ml (0.67 fl oz) bottles. One bottle is sufficient for 15 to 22 L (4 to 6 US gallons) of hydraulic fluid. Order Part No. 44-2500 from your Authorized Service Dealer.

Check the hydraulic-fluid level before the engine is first started and after every 25 operating hours.

Refer to Hydraulic Fluid Specifications.

Important: Always use the correct hydraulic fluid. Unspecified fluids will damage the hydraulic system.

1. Park the machine on a level surface, remove any attachment, engage the parking brake (if equipped), raise the loader arms, and install the cylinder locks.

2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and allow the engine to cool.

3. Remove the hood/front access cover.

4. Clean the area around the filler neck of the hydraulic tank (Figure 40).

5. Remove the filler-neck cap and check the fluid level on the dipstick (Figure 40).

   The fluid level should be between the marks on the dipstick.

   

   Figure 40

   1. Filler neck cap
   2. Dipstick

6. If the level is low, add enough fluid to raise it to the proper level.

7. Install the filler-neck cap.

8. Install the hood/front access cover.

9. Remove and store the cylinder locks and lower the loader arms.

Important: Do not substitute an automotive oil filter; otherwise, severe hydraulic system damage may result.

1. Park the machine on a level surface, remove any attachment, engage the parking brake (if equipped), raise the loader arms, and install the cylinder locks.

2. Shut off the engine and remove the key.

3. Remove the hood/front access cover.

4. Place a drain pan under the filter.

5. Remove the old filter (Figure 41) and wipe the surface of the filter adapter clean.

   

   Figure 41

   1. Hydraulic filter
   2. Gasket
   3. Filter adapter

6. Apply a thin coat hydraulic fluid to the rubber gasket on the replacement filter (Figure 41).

7. Install the replacement hydraulic filter onto the filter adapter (Figure 41). Tighten it clockwise until the rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter, then tighten the filter an additional 1/2 turn.

8. Clean up any spilled fluid.

9. Start the engine and let it run for about 2 minutes to purge air from the system.

10. Shut off the engine and check for leaks.

11. Check the fluid level in the hydraulic tank; refer to Checking the Hydraulic-Fluid Level. Add fluid to raise the level to mark on dipstick. Do not overfill the tank.

12. Install the hood/front access cover.

13. Remove and store the cylinder locks and lower the loader arms.

1. Park the machine on a level surface, remove any attachment, engage the parking brake (if equipped), raise the loader arms, and install the cylinder locks.

2. Shut off the engine and remove the key.

3. Remove the hood/front-access cover.

4. Place a large drain pan under the machine that can hold at least 61 L (16 US gallons).

5. Remove the drain plug from the bottom of the hydraulic tank and allow the fluid to completely drain out.

6. Install the drain plug.

7. Fill the hydraulic tank with hydraulic fluid; refer to Hydraulic Fluid Specifications.

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

8. Install the hood/front-access cover.

9. Remove and store the cylinder locks and lower the loader arms.

Important: Operating the engine with blocked screens and/or cooling shrouds removed will result in engine damage due to overheating.

1. Park the machine on a level surface, raise the loader arms, and install the cylinder locks.

2. Shut off the engine and remove the key.

3. Remove the front-access cover.

4. Clean any debris from the grill.

5. Open the rear-access cover.

6. Wipe away debris from the air cleaner.

7. Clean any debris buildup on the engine with a brush or blower.

   Important: Blow the dirt out rather than wash it out. If you use water, keep it away from electrical items and hydraulic valves. Do not use a high-pressure washer. High-pressure washing can damage the electrical system and hydraulic valves or deplete grease.

8. Replace and secure the front and rear-access covers.

9. Remove and store the cylinder locks and lower the loader arms.