Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and product damage. You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely.
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product.
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product. Write the numbers in the space provided.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety messages identified by the safety-alert symbol (Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention.
This product complies with all relevant European directives; for details, please see the separate product specific Declaration of Conformity (DOC) sheet.
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in Section 4442, maintained in effective working order or the engine is constructed, equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire.
The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is supplied for information regarding the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance, and warranty. Replacements may be ordered through the engine manufacturer.
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The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions and always pay attention to the safety-alert symbol, which means Caution, Warning, or Danger—personal safety instruction. Failure to comply with the instruction may result in personal injury or death.
The machine meets the requirements of SAE J2258.
Important: For CE required regulatory data, refer to the Declaration of Conformity supplied with the machine.
This product is capable of causing personal injury. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious personal injury.
Using this product for purposes other than its intended use could prove dangerous to you and bystanders.
Read and understand the contents of this Operator’s Manual before you start the engine. Ensure that everyone using this product knows how to use it and understands the warnings.
Do not put your hands or feet near moving components of the machine.
Do not operate the machine without all guards and other safety protective devices in place and working on the machine.
Keep the machine a safe distance away from bystanders while it is moving.
Keep children out of the operating area. Never allow children to operate the machine.
Stop the machine and shut off the engine before servicing, fueling, or unclogging the machine.
Improperly using or maintaining this machine can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions and always pay attention to the safety-alert symbol, which means Caution, Warning, or Danger—personal safety instruction. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury or death.
You can find additional safety information where needed throughout this manual.
Never allow children or untrained people to operate or service the machine. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator. The owner is responsible for training all operators and mechanics.
Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
Know how to stop the machine and shut off the engine quickly.
Check that all safety devices and decals are in place. Repair or replace all safety devices and replace all illegible or missing decals. Do not operate the machine unless they are present and functioning properly.
Use extreme care in handling fuel. It is flammable and its vapors are explosive.
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition.
Use only an approved fuel container.
Do not remove the fuel cap or fill the fuel tank while the engine is running or hot.
Do not add or drain fuel in an enclosed space.
Do not store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such as on a water heater or other appliance.
If you spill fuel, do not attempt to start the engine; avoid creating any source of ignition until the fuel vapors have dissipated.
The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible for accidents that may cause personal injury or property damage.
Passengers should sit in the designated seating positions only. Do not carry passengers in the cargo bed. Keep bystanders and pets away from the machine during operation.
Wear appropriate clothing, including eye protection; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long hair and do not wear jewelry.
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Operate the machine outdoors or in a well-ventilated area only.
Do not exceed the maximum gross vehicle weight (GVW) of the machine.
Use extra caution when operating the machine with a heavy load in the cargo bed. The heavier the load, the more difficult it is to turn or stop.
Carrying oversized loads in the cargo bed reduces the stability of the machine.
Carrying material that cannot be bound to the machine, such as a large tank of liquid, adversely affects the steering, braking, and stability of the machine.
Before you start the engine, ensure that the transmission is in neutral, the parking brake is engaged, and you are in the operating position.
You and your passengers should remain seated whenever the machine is moving. Keep your hands on the steering wheel; your passengers should use the handholds provided. Keep your arms and legs within the machine body at all times.
Operate the machine only in good visibility. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your vision.
Always watch out for and avoid low overhangs such as tree limbs, door jambs, overhead walkways, etc.
Look behind and down before reversing the machine to be sure of a clear path.
Do not drive the machine near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel goes over the edge or if the edge gives way.
When using the machine on public roads, follow all traffic regulations and use any additional accessories that may be required by law, such as lights, turn signals, slow-moving vehicle (SMV) signs, and others as required.
If the machine ever vibrates abnormally, stop the machine immediately, shut off the engine, wait for all movement to stop, and inspect for damage. Repair all damage to the machine before resuming operation.
Carry a reduced load and reduce the ground speed of the machine when operating on rough, uneven terrain, and near curbs, holes, and other sudden changes in terrain. Loads may shift, causing the machine to become unstable.
It can take longer to stop the machine on wet surfaces than on dry surfaces. To dry out wet brakes, drive slowly on level ground while putting light pressure on the brake pedal.
Sudden changes in terrain may move the steering wheel unexpectedly, which could result in hand and arm injuries. Reduce your speed and grip the steering wheel loosely around the perimeter, keeping your thumbs out of the way of the steering wheel spokes.
Reduce the speed when you operate the machine with the cargo bed removed. Operating the machine at high speed and then quickly stopping may cause the rear wheels to lock up, which impairs your control of the machine.
Do not touch the engine, transmission, muffler, or muffler manifold while the engine is running, or soon after you shut off the engine, because these areas may be hot enough to cause burns.
Do not leave a running machine unattended.
Before leaving the operating position, do the following:
Park the machine on level ground.
Engage the parking brake.
Lower the cargo bed.
Shut off the engine and remove the key.
Do not operate the machine when there is the risk of lightning.
Use accessories and attachments approved by The Toro® Company only.
You must account for the extra passengers contributing to the overall gross vehicle weight (GVW) of the machine.
If you have a load in the cargo bed, ensure that you do not exceed the capacity of the machine by having too many passengers.
Passengers should sit in the designated seating positions only. Do not allow passengers to sit in the cargo bed.
You and your passengers should remain seated whenever the machine is in motion.
The additional machine length results in a larger turn radius, so allow more space to maneuver the machine.
Note: A 2-post Rollover Protection System (ROPS) is available for this machine as an accessory. Use a ROPS if you will work next to drop-offs, near water, in rough terrain, or on a slope, which could result in a rollover. Contact an authorized Toro distributor for more information.
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.
Survey the site to determine which slopes are safe for operating the machine and establish your own procedures and rules for operating on those slopes. Always use common sense and good judgment when performing this survey.
If you feel uneasy operating the machine on a slope, do not do it.
Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do not suddenly change the speed or direction of the machine.
Avoid operating the machine on wet grass. Tires may lose traction regardless if the brakes are available and functioning. A rollover can occur before the tires lose traction.
Avoid starting, stopping, or turning the machine on a slope.
Travel straight up and down a slope.
If you begin to lose momentum while climbing a slope, gradually engage the brakes and slowly reverse the machine straight down the slope.
Turning while going up or down a slope can be dangerous. If you must turn on a slope, do it slowly and cautiously.
Heavy loads affect stability on a slope. Carry a reduced load and reduce your ground speed when operating on a slope or if the load has a high center of gravity. Secure the load to the cargo bed of the machine to prevent the load from shifting. Take extra care when hauling loads that shift easily (e.g., liquids, rock, sand, etc.).
Avoid stopping on a slope, especially with a load. Stopping while going down a slope takes longer than stopping on level ground. If you must stop the machine, avoid sudden speed changes, which can cause the machine to tip or roll over. Do not engage the brakes suddenly when rolling rearward, as this may cause the machine to overturn.
Do not exceed the gross vehicle weight (GVW) of the machine when operating it with a load in the cargo bed and/or towing a trailer; refer to Towing a Trailer.
Distribute the load in the cargo bed evenly to improve the stability and control of the machine.
Before dumping, ensure that there is no one behind the machine.
Do not dump a loaded cargo bed while the machine is sideways on a slope. The change in weight distribution may cause the machine to overturn.
Allow the engine to cool before storing the machine in any enclosure.
Shut off the fuel before storing or transporting the machine.
Do not store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such as on a water heater or other appliance.
Keep all parts of the machine in good working condition and all hardware tightened.
Replace all worn, damaged, or missing decals.
Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or a truck.
Use full-width ramps for loading the machine into a trailer or a truck.
Tie the machine down securely.
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Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or missing. |
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Parts needed for this procedure:
Steering wheel | 1 |
Cover | 1 |
Washer (1/2 inch) | 1 |
If the cover is installed, remove it from the hub of the steering wheel (Figure 3).
Remove the locknut (1/2 inch) from the steering shaft (Figure 3).
Slide the steering wheel and washer (1/2 inch) onto the steering shaft (Figure 3).
Secure the steering wheel to the shaft with the locknut (1/2 inch) and tighten it to 27 to 34 N∙m (20 to 25 ft-lb).
Install the cover on the steering wheel (Figure 3).
Incorrectly routing the battery cable could damage the machine and cables, causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury.
Always disconnect the negative battery cable (black) before disconnecting the positive battery cable (red).
Always connect the positive battery cable (red) first.
Squeeze the battery cover to release the tabs from the battery base (Figure 4).
Remove the battery cover from the battery base (Figure 4).
Connect the positive battery cable (red) to the positive (+) terminal of the battery and secure the cable with the bolts and nuts (Figure 5).
Slide the insulator boot over the positive terminal.
Note: The insulator boot prevents a possible short-to-ground from occurring.
Connect the negative battery cable (black) to the negative (–) terminal of the battery and secure the cable with the bolts and nuts.
Align the battery cover to the battery base (Figure 4).
Squeeze the battery cover, align the tabs to the battery base, and release the battery cover (Figure 4).
Check the engine-oil level before and after you first start the engine; refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level.
Check the brake-fluid level before you first start the engine; refer to Checking the Brake-Fluid Level.
Check the transaxle-fluid level before you first start the engine; refer to Checking the Transaxle-Fluid Level.
Check the air pressure in the tires; refer to Checking the Tire Pressure.
To ensure optimum performance of the brake system, burnish (break-in) the brakes before use.
Bring the machine up to full speed, apply the brakes to rapidly stop the machine without locking up the tires.
Repeat this procedure 10 times, waiting 1 minute between stops, to avoid overheating the brakes.
Important: This procedure is most effective if the machine is loaded with 227 kg (500 lb).
Parts needed for this procedure:
Operator's Manual | 1 |
Engine owner's manual | 1 |
Registration card | 1 |
Predelivery Inspection Form | 1 |
Certificate of Quality | 1 |
Key | 2 |
Read the Operator's Manual and the engine owners's manual.
Fill out the registration card.
Complete the Predelivery Inspection Form.
Review the Certificate of Quality.
Use the accelerator pedal (Figure 7) to vary the ground speed of the machine. Pressing down the accelerator pedal starts the engine. Pressing the pedal farther increases the ground speed. Releasing the pedal slows the machine, and the engine shuts off.
Note: The maximum forward speed is 26 km/h (16 mph).
Use the brake pedal to stop or slow the machine (Figure 7).
Operating a machine with worn or incorrectly adjusted brakes can may result in personal injury.
If the brake pedal travels to within 25 mm (1 inch) of the machine floor board, adjust or repair the brakes.
The parking-brake lever is located between the seats (Figure 6 and Figure 7). Whenever you shut off the engine, engage the parking brake to prevent the machine from accidentally moving. To engage the parking brake, pull up the parking-brake lever. To disengage the parking brake, push the lever down.
The choke control is located below and to the right of the operator's seat. Use the choke to help start a cold engine by pulling the choke control outward (Figure 8). After the engine starts, adjust the choke to keep the engine running smoothly. As the engine warms up, push in the choke control to the OFF position.
The gear-shift selector is located between the seats and below the parking-brake lever. The gear-shift selector has 3 positions: FORWARD, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL (Figure 8).
Note: The engine starts and runs in any of the 3 positions.
Important: Always stop the machine before changing gears.
The horn button is located at the lower, left corner of the dash panel (Figure 9). Press the horn button to sound the horn.
The key switch is located at the lower, right corner of the dash panel (Figure 9).
The key switch has 3 positions: OFF, ON, and START.
There are 2 modes of starting the machine:
Pedal Start—Turn the key switch to the ON position, press down the accelerator pedal, then release your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Note: When you remove your foot from the accelerator pedal, the engine shuts off.
Key Start—Turn the key switch to the START position and the engine remains on until the key is turned to the OFF position.
Note: While in the START position, you can engage the parking brake and work while the battery holds a charge.
Note: If you turn the key switch to the START position, the engine cranks until it starts. If the engine cranks for more than 10 seconds, return to the OFF position, and determine the issue (e.g., the choke controls needs to be engaged, check the air cleaner for restrictions, ensure that the fuel tank is full, the spark is bad, etc.) before starting the machine again.
The hour meter indicates the total hours of machine operation. The hour meter (Figure 9) starts to function whenever you rotate the key switch to the ON position or if the engine is running.
The engine oil-pressure light (Figure 9) warns you if the engine-oil pressure drops below a safe level to operate the engine. If the light comes on and remains lit, shut off the engine, and check the engine-oil level. Add oil to the engine if necessary; refer to Servicing the Engine Oil.
Note: The oil light may flicker; this is normal and no action is needed.
Use the power point (Figure 9) to power optional 12 V electrical accessories.
The fuel gauge (Figure 10) is located on the fuel tank next to the filler cap, at the left side of the machine. The gauge displays the amount of fuel in the tank.
The passenger handholds are located on the right side of the dash panel and at the outside of each seat (Figure 11).
Note: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
Base weight | Dry 544 kg (1,200 lb) |
Rated capacity (on level ground) | 749 kg (1,650 lb) total, including 90.7 kg (200 lb) operator and 90.7 kg (200 lb) passenger, load, trailer tongue weight, gross trailer weight, accessories, and attachments |
Maximum gross vehicle weight (GVW)—on level ground | 1,292 kg (2,850 lb) total, including all of the weights listed above |
Maximum cargo capacity (on level ground) | 567 kg (1,250 lb) total, including trailer tongue weight and gross trailer weight |
Tow capacity: | |
Standard hitch | Tongue weight 45 kg (100 lb) Maximum trailer weight 363 kg (800 lb) |
Heavy-duty hitch | Tongue weight 45 kg (100 lb) Maximum trailer weight 544 kg (1,200 lb) |
Overall width | 150 cm (59 inches) |
Overall length | 303 cm (119.3 inches) |
Ground clearance | 25 cm (10 inches) at the front with no load or operator, 18 cm (7 inches) at the rear with no load or operator |
Wheel base | 206 cm (81 inches) |
Wheel tread (center line to center line) | 125 cm (49 inches) in the front, 120 cm (47-1/4 inches) in the rear |
Cargo bed length | 117 cm (46 inches) inside, 133 cm (52-1/4 inches) outside |
Cargo bed width | 125 cm (49 inches) inside, 150 cm (59 inches) at outside of the molded fenders |
Cargo bed height | 25 cm (10 inches) inside |
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
A raised bed full of material without the proper safety support may lower unexpectedly. Working under an unsupported raised bed could injure you or others.
Before servicing or making adjustments to the machine, park the machine on a level surface, engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, and remove the key.
Remove any load material from the bed or other attachment, and insert the safety support on a fully-extended cylinder rod before working under a raised bed.
Carefully read all the safety instructions and symbols in the safety section. Knowing this information could help you or bystanders avoid injury.
Operating on wet grass or slopes can cause sliding and loss of control.
Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death, or drowning.
To avoid loss of control and possibility of rollover:
Do not operate near dropoffs or near water.
Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes.
Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
A raised bed could fall and injure persons that are working beneath it.
Always use the prop rod to hold the bed up before working under the bed.
Remove any load material from the bed before raising it.
Driving the machine with the cargo bed raised could cause the machine to tip or roll easier. You could damage the structure of the cargo bed if you operate the machine with the bed raised.
Operate the machine when the cargo bed is down.
After emptying the cargo bed, lower it.
If a load is concentrated near the back of the cargo bed when you release the latches, the bed may unexpectedly tip open, injuring you or bystanders.
Center loads in the cargo bed, if possible.
Hold the cargo bed down and ensure that no one is leaning over the bed or standing behind it when releasing the latches.
Remove all cargo from the bed before lifting the bed up to service the machine.
The weight of the bed may be heavy. Hands or other body parts could be crushed.
Keep your hands and other body parts clear when lowering the bed.
If you unloaded loose material such as sand, landscaping rock, or wood chips from the cargo bed of the machine, some of the material that you unloaded may have lodged in the hinge area of the tailgate. Perform the following before closing the tailgate.
Use your hands to remove as much of the material from the hinge area as possible.
Rotate the tailgate to approximately the 45° position (Figure 15).
Use a short, shaking motion to rotate the tailgate back and forth several times (Figure 15).
Note: This action helps move material away from the hinge area.
Lower the tailgate and check for material remaining in the hinge area.
Repeat steps 1 through 4 until the material is removed from the hinge area.
Rotate the tailgate up and forward until the lock flanges of the tailgate are flush with the tailgate pocket in the cargo bed (Figure 14).
Note: Raise or lower the tailgate in order to align the lock flanges of the tailgate with the vertical openings between the tailgate flanges of the cargo bed.
Lower the tailgate until it is seated in the back of the cargo bed (Figure 14).
Note: The lock flanges of the tailgate are fully secured by the tailgate flanges of the cargo bed.
Before starting the machine each day, perform the Each Use/Daily procedures listed in .
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Front and rear tires air pressure specification: 55 to 103 kPa (8 to 22 psi)
Important: Do not exceed the maximum air pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire.
Note: The air pressure needed in the tires is determined by the payload that you intend to carry.
Check the air pressure in the tires.
Use lower air pressure in the tires for lighter payloads, for less soil compaction, for a smoother ride, and to minimize tire marks on the ground.
Use higher air pressure in the tires for carrying heavier payloads at higher speeds.
If necessary, adjust the air pressure in the tires by adding or removing air in the tires.
Recommended fuel:
For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than 30 days old), unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method).
Ethanol: Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) by volume is acceptable. Ethanol and MTBE are not the same. Gasoline with 15% ethanol (E15) by volume is not approved for use. Never use gasoline that contains more than 10% ethanol by volume, such as E15 (contains 15% ethanol), E20 (contains 20% ethanol), or E85 (contains up to 85% ethanol). Using unapproved gasoline may cause performance problems and/or engine damage which may not be covered under warranty.
Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
Do not store fuel either in the fuel tank or fuel containers over the winter unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
Do not add oil to gasoline.
Under certain conditions, fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and others and can damage property.
Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area, when the engine is cold. Wipe up any fuel that spills.
Never fill the fuel tank inside an enclosed trailer.
Do not fill the fuel tank fully. Add fuel to the fuel tank until the level is 25 mm (1 inch) below the bottom of the filler neck. This empty space in the tank allows fuel to expand.
Never smoke when handling fuel, and stay away from an open flame or where fuel fumes may be ignited by a spark.
Store fuel in an approved container and keep it out of the reach of children. Never buy more than a 30-day supply of fuel.
Do not operate the machine without entire exhaust system in place and in proper working condition.
Under certain conditions during fueling, static electricity can be released and cause a spark, which can ignite the fuel vapors. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and others and can damage property.
Always place fuel containers on the ground away from your machine before filling.
Do not fill fuel containers inside a machine or on a truck or trailer bed because interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners may insulate the container and slow the loss of any static charge.
When practical, remove fuel-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel the equipment with its wheels on the ground.
If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a truck or trailer from a portable container rather than from a fuel-dispenser nozzle.
If you must use a fuel-dispenser nozzle, keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.
Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness.
Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
Keep your face away from nozzle and fuel tank or conditioner bottle opening.
Avoid contact with your skin; wash off any spills with soap and water.
The fuel-tank capacity is approximately 26.5 L (7 US gallons).
Park the machine on a level surface.
Engage the parking brake.
Shut off the engine and remove the key.
Clean the area around the fuel-tank cap (Figure 17).
Remove the fuel-tank cap.
Fill the tank to about 25 mm (1 inch) below the top of tank, (bottom of the filler neck).
Note: This space in the tank allows fuel to expand. Do not overfill the fuel tank..
Install the fuel-tank cap securely.
Wipe up any fuel that may have spilled.
Sit in the operator seat, insert the key into the key switch, and rotate the key clockwise to the ON or START position.
There are 2 modes of starting the machine:
Pedal Start—turn the key switch to the ON position, press down the accelerator pedal, then release your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Note: When you remove your foot from the accelerator pedal, the engine shuts off.
Key Start—turn the key switch to the START position and the engine remains on until the is turned to the OFF position.
Note: While in the START position, you can engage the parking brake and work while the battery holds a charge.
Note: If you turn the key to the START position, the engine cranks until it starts. If the engine cranks for more than 10 seconds, return to the OFF position, and determine the issue (e.g., the choke controls needs to be engaged, check the air cleaner for restrictions, ensure that the fuel tank is full, the spark is bad, etc.) before starting the machine again.
Note: When equipped with the optional backup alarm, if you move the gear-shift selector to the REVERSE position when the key switch is in the ON or START position, a buzzer sounds to warn the operator that the machine is in reverse gear.
Move the gear-shift selector to the desired direction of travel for the machine.
Disengage the parking brake.
Slowly step on the accelerator pedal.
Note: If the engine is cold, press and hold the accelerator pedal about half-way down, and pull the choke knob out to the ON position. Return the choke knob to the OFF position after the engine warms up.
Important: When stopping the machine on an incline, use the service brakes to stop the machine and engage the parking brake to hold the machine in place. Using the accelerator to stall the machine on the hill can damage the machine.
Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Slowly press the brake pedal to apply the service brakes until the machine comes to a complete stop.
Note: The stopping distance may vary depending on the machine load and speed.
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Perform the following guidelines to provide proper performance for the machine.
Ensure that the brakes are burnished; refer to Burnishing the Brakes.
Check the fluid and engine-oil levels regularly. Remain alert for signs that the machine or its components are overheating.
After starting a cold engine, let it warm up for about 15 seconds before using the machine.
Note: Allow more time for the engine to warm up when operating in cold temperatures.
Vary the machine speed during operation. Avoid fast starts and quick stops.
A break-in oil for the engine is not required. Original engine oil is the same type specified for regular oil changes.
Refer to for any special, low-hour checks.
Check the front suspension positioning and adjust it, if necessary; refer to Adjusting the Front Wheel Alignment.
Use the following guidelines when loading the cargo bed and operating the machine:
Observe the weight capacity of the machine and limit the weight of the load that you carry in the cargo bed as described in Specifications and on the gross vehicle weight tag of the machine.
Note: The load rating is specified for machine operation on a level surface only.
Reduce the weight of the load that you carry in the cargo bed when operating the machine on hills and rough terrain.
Reduce the weight of the load that you carry when the materials are tall (and have a high center of gravity), such as a stack of bricks, landscaping timbers, or fertilizer bags. Distribute the load as low as possible, making sure that the load does not reduce your ability to see behind the machine when operating it.
Keep loads centered by loading the cargo bed as follows:
Evenly position the weight in the cargo bed from side to side.
Important: Tipping over is more likely to occur if the cargo bed is loaded to 1 side.
Evenly position the weight in the cargo bed from front to back.
Important: Loss of steering control or the machine may tip over if you position the load behind the rear axle and the traction on the front tires is reduced.
Use extra caution when transporting oversized loads in the cargo bed, particularly when you cannot center the weight of the oversize load to the cargo bed.
Whenever possible, secure the load by binding it to the cargo bed so that it does not shift.
When transporting liquid in a large tank (such as a sprayer tank), use caution when driving the machine uphill or downhill, when suddenly changing speed or stopping, or when driving over tough surfaces.
The capacity of the cargo bed is 0.37 m3 (13 ft3). The amount (volume) of material that can be placed in the bed without exceeding the load ratings of the machine can vary greatly depending on the density of the material. For example, a level bed of wet sand weighs approximately 680 kg (1,500 lb), which exceeds the load rating by 113 kg (250 lb). But a level bed of wood weighs 295 kg (650 lb), which is under the load rating.
Refer to the table below for load volume limits with various materials:
Material | Density | Maximum Cargo Bed Capacity(on level ground) |
Dry gravel | 1,522 kg/m3 (95 lb/ft3) | Full |
Wet gravel | 1,922 kg/m3 (120 lb/ft3) | 3/4 Full |
Dry sand | 1,442 kg/m3 (90 lb/ft3) | Full |
Wet sand | 1,922 kg/m3 (120 lb/ft3) | 3/4 Full |
Wood | 721 kg/m3 (45 lb/ft3) | Full |
Bark | <721 kg/m3 (<45 lb/ft3) | Full |
Packed earth | 1,602 kg/m3 (100 lb/ft3) | 3/4 Full (approximately) |
Use a trailer with full-width ramps to move the machine a long distance. Ensure that you secure the machine to the trailer. Refer to Figure 18 and Figure 19 for the tie-down locations on the machine.
Note: Load the machine on the trailer with the front of the machine facing forward. If that is not possible, secure the machine hood to the frame with a strap, or remove the hood and transport and secure it separately or the hood may blow off during transport.
Loose seats may fall off the machine and trailer when transporting, and land on another machine, or become an obstruction on the road.
Remove the seats or ensure that the seats are securely fastened in the detents.
In case of an emergency, you can tow the machine for a short distance; however, this should not be a standard operating procedure.
Towing at excessive speeds could cause a loss of steering control, resulting in personal injury.
Never tow the machine at faster than 8 km/h (5 mph).
Note: The power steering does not function, making it difficult to steer.
Towing the machine is a 2-person job. If you must move the machine a considerable distance, transport it on a truck or trailer; refer to Towing a Trailer
Remove the drive belt from the machine; refer to Replacing the Drive Belt.
Affix a tow line to the tongue at the front of the machine’s frame (Figure 18).
Move the transmission to the NEUTRAL position and disengage the parking brake.
The machine is capable of pulling trailers. 2 types of tow hitches are available for the machine, depending on your application. Contact your Authorized Toro Distributor for details.
When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not overload your machine or trailer. Overloading either the machine or the trailer can cause poor performance or damage to the brakes, axle, engine, transaxle, steering, suspension, body structure, or tires.
Always load a trailer with 60% of the cargo weight in the front of the trailer. This places approximately 10% of the gross trailer weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of the machine.
The maximum cargo load shall not exceed 567 kg (1,250 lb), including the GTW. For example, if the GTW = 182 kg (400 lb) then the maximum cargo load = 386 kg (850 lb).
To provide adequate braking and traction, always load the cargo bed when using a trailer. Do not exceed the GTW or GVW limits.
Avoid parking a machine with a trailer on a hill. If you must park on a hill, engage the parking brake and block the tires of the trailer.
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Note: Download a copy of the electrical schematic by visiting www.Toro.com and searching for your machine from the Manuals link on the home page.
Failure to properly maintain the machine could result in premature failure of machine systems, causing possible harm to you or bystanders.
Keep the machine well maintained and in good working order as indicated in these instructions.
Important: Refer to your engine owner's manual for additional maintenance procedures.
Only qualified and authorized personnel should maintain, repair, adjust, or inspect the machine.
Avoid fire hazards and have fire-protection equipment present in the work area. Do not use an open flame to check fluid levels or leakage of fuel, battery electrolyte, or coolant.
Do not use open pans of fuel or flammable cleaning fluids for cleaning parts.
If you leave the key in the key switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders.
Remove the key from the key switch and disconnect the wires from the spark plugs before you do any maintenance. Set the wires aside so that they do not accidentally contact the spark plugs.
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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After the first 8 hours |
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After the first 25 hours |
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After the first 100 hours |
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Before each use or daily |
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Every 100 hours |
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Every 200 hours |
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Every 300 hours |
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Every 400 hours |
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Every 800 hours |
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Every 1,000 hours |
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Yearly |
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Raise the cargo bed before performing maintenance. A raised cargo bed can fall and injure persons that are underneath it.
Always use the prop rod to hold the cargo bed up before working underneath it.
Remove any load material from the cargo bed before working underneath it.
Do not allow untrained personnel to service the machine.
Before servicing or making any adjustments to the machine, park the machine on a level surface, engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, and remove the key to prevent accidental starting of the machine.
Use jack stands to support the machine or components when required.
Carefully release pressure from components with stored energy.
Do not charge the batteries while servicing the machine.
To ensure that the entire machine is in good condition, keep all the nuts, bolts, and screws properly tightened.
To reduce the potential fire hazard, keep the engine area free of excessive grease, grass, leaves, and accumulation of dirt.
If possible, do not perform maintenance while the engine is running. Keep away from moving parts.
If you must run the engine to perform a maintenance adjustment, keep your hands, feet, clothing, and any parts of the body away from the engine and any moving parts. Keep bystanders away from the machine.
Clean up oil and fuel spills.
Check the parking brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.
Keep all parts in good working condition and all hardware tightened. Replace all worn or damaged decals.
Never interfere with the intended function of a safety device or reduce the protection provided by a safety device. Check their proper operation regularly.
Do not overspeed the engine by changing the governor settings. To ensure safety and accuracy, have an authorized Toro distributor to check the maximum engine speed with a tachometer.
If major repairs are ever necessary or assistance is required, contact an authorized Toro distributor.
To ensure optimum performance and safety, always purchase genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers could be dangerous. Altering this machine in any manner may affect the operation of the machine, performance, durability, or its use may result in injury or death. Such use could void the product warranty of The Toro® Company.
Before adjusting, cleaning, repairing, or leaving the machine, do the following:
Park the machine on a level surface.
Engage the parking brake.
Shut off the engine and remove the key.
Shut off the engine before checking the oil or adding oil to the crankcase.
Keep your hands, feet, face, clothing, and other body parts away from the muffler and other hot surfaces.
Important: If the machine is subjected to any of the conditions listed below, perform maintenance twice as frequently:
Desert operation
Cold climate operation—below 10°C (50°F)
Trailer towing
Frequent operation in dusty conditions
Construction work
After extended operation in mud, sand, water, or similar dirty conditions, have your brakes inspected and cleaned as soon as possible. This prevents any abrasive material from causing excessive wear.
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Disconnect the battery before repairing the machine. Disconnect the negative terminal first and the positive last. Connect the positive terminal first and the negative last.
Charge the battery in an open, well-ventilated area, away from sparks and flames. Unplug the charger before connecting or disconnecting the battery. Wear protective clothing and use insulated tools.
Park the machine on a level surface.
Engage the parking brake.
Shut off the engine and remove the key.
The machine may be unstable when using a jack. The machine could slip off the jack, injuring anyone beneath it.
Do not start the machine while the machine is on a jack.
Always remove the key from the key switch before getting off the machine.
Block the tires when the machine is supported by lifting equipment.
Use jack stands to support the machine once you have lifted it.
Important: Whenever you run the machine for routine maintenance and/or diagnostics, ensure that the rear wheels of the machine are 25 mm (1 inch) off the ground, with the rear axle supported on jack stands.
The lifting point at the front of the machine is located at the front of the frame, behind the towing tongue (Figure 21).
The lifting point at the rear of the machine is located under the axle tubes (Figure 22).
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Every 100 hours |
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Grease Type: No. 2 lithium grease
Use a rag to wipe the grease fitting clean so that foreign matter cannot be forced into the bearing or bushing.
With a grease gun, apply 1 or 2 pumps of grease into the grease fittings on the machine.
Wipe the excess grease off the machine.
The grease fittings are located at the inner end of the control arms, the tie-rod ball joint, and the outer end of the control arms (Figure 24 and Figure 25).
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Every 300 hours |
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Grease specification: Mobilgrease XHP™-222
Lift the front of the machine and support it with jack stands.
Remove the 4 lug nuts that secure the wheel to the hub (Figure 26).
Remove the flange-head bolts (3/8 x 3/4 inch) that secure the bracket for the brake assembly to the spindle and separate the brake from the spindle (Figure 27).
Note: Support the brake assembly before proceeding to the next step.
Remove the dust cap from the hub (Figure 28).
Remove the cotter pin and nut retainer from the spindle and spindle nut (Figure 28).
Remove the spindle nut from the spindle, and separate the hub and rotor assembly from the spindle (Figure 28 and Figure 29).
Wipe clean the spindle with a rag.
Repeat steps 1 through 7 to the hub and rotor at the other side of the machine.
Remove the outboard bearing and bearing race from the hub (Figure 30).
Remove the seal, inboard bearing from the hub (Figure 30).
Wipe clean the seal and check for wear and damage.
Note: Do not use cleaning solvent to clean the seal. Replace the seal if it is worn or damaged.
Clean the bearings and races, and check these parts for wear and damage.
Note: Replace all worn or damaged parts. Ensure that the bearings and races are clean and dry.
Clean the cavity of the hub of all grease, dirt, and debris (Figure 30).
Pack the bearings with the specified grease.
Fill the cavity of hub 50 to 80% full of the specified grease (Figure 30).
Assemble the inboard bearing onto the race at the inboard side of the hub and install the seal (Figure 30).
Repeat steps 1 through 8 to the bearings for the other hub.
Apply a light coat of the specified grease to the spindle (Figure 31).
Assemble the hub and rotor onto the spindle with the rotor inboard (Figure 31).
Assemble the outboard bearing onto the spindle and seat the bearing to the outboard race (Figure 31).
Assemble the tab washer onto the spindle (Figure 31).
Thread the spindle nut onto the spindle and tighten the nut to 15 N∙m (11 ft-lb), while rotating the hub to seat the bearing (Figure 31).
Loosen the spindle nut until the hub rotates freely.
Torque the spindle nut to 170 to 225 N∙cm (15 to 20 in-lb).
Install the retainer over the nut and check the alignment of the slot in the retainer and the hole in the spindle for the cotter pin (Figure 32).
Note: If the slot in the retainer and the hole in the spindle are not aligned, tighten the spindle nut to align the slot and hole to a maximum torque of 226 N∙cm (20 in-lb) on the nut.
Install the cotter pin and bend each legs around the retainer (Figure 32).
Install the dust cap onto the hub (Figure 32).
Repeat steps 1 through 10 for the hub and rotor at the other side of the machine.
Clean the 2 flange-head bolts (3/8 x 3/4 inch) and apply a coat of medium-strength thread-locking compound to the threads of the bolts.
Align the brake pads to either side of the rotor (Figure 27) and the holes in the caliper bracket with the holes in the brake mount of the spindle frame (Figure 31).
Secure the caliper bracket to the spindle frame (Figure 27) using the 2 flange-head bolts (3/8 x 3/4 inch).
Torque the 2 flange-head bolts to 47 to 54 N∙m (35 to 40 ft-lb).
Align the holes in the wheel to the studs of the hub and assemble the wheel to the hub with the valve stem outward (Figure 26).
Note: Ensure that the mounting surface of the wheel is flush with the hub.
Secure the wheel to the hub using the lug nuts (Figure 26).
Torque the lug nuts to 108 to 122 N∙m (80 to 90 ft-lb).
Repeat steps 1 through 5 for the brake and wheel on the other side of the machine.
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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After the first 25 hours |
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Every 100 hours |
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Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Draining the Engine-Oil.
Remove the existing oil filter (Figure 33).
Apply a light coat of clean oil to the gasket of the new oil filter.
Thread the new filter onto the filter adapter until the gasket contacts the mounting plate, then tighten the filter an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn further (Figure 33).
Note: Do not overtighten the oil filter.
Fill the crankcase with the specified oil (Figure 34).
Start and run the engine to check for oil leaks.
Shut off the engine and check the oil level.
Note: If necessary, add the specified oil into the engine until the oil level is at the Full mark on the dipstick.
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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After the first 25 hours |
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Every 100 hours |
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Note: Change the oil more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
Note: Dispose of the used engine oil and oil filter at a certified recycling center.
Start the machine and let the engine run for a few minutes.
Park the machine on a level surface.
Engage the parking brake.
Shut off the engine and remove the key.
Raise the cargo bed.
Align a drain pan with a 1.8 L (1.9 qt) capacity under the drain plug (Figure 33).
Remove the drain plug and seal (Figure 33).
Install the drain plug and seal and torque the drain plug to 17.6 N∙m (13 ft-lb).
Fill the engine with oil; refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level.
Important: Do not operate the machine without the correct amount of engine oil.
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Before each use or daily |
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Note: The machine is shipped with oil in the crankcase; however, check the oil level before and after you start the engine.
Engine-oil type: Detergent engine oil (API service SF, SG, SH, SJ, or higher)
Viscosity: Refer to the table below
Park the machine on a level surface.
Engage the parking brake.
Shut off the engine and remove the key.
Raise the cargo bed.
Use a rag to clean the area around the oil dipstick and fill cap (Figure 35) so that dirt cannot fall into the dipstick tube or oil-filler neck and damage the engine.
Remove the oil dipstick and wipe the end clean (Figure 35).
Slide the oil dipstick into the dipstick tube fully seating it (Figure 35).
Pull the dipstick out and look at the end.
If the oil level is low, remove the fill cap and add the specified oil into the filler neck to raise the level up to Full mark on the dipstick.
Note: Add the oil slowly and check the oil level often during this process. Do not overfill the engine with oil.
Install the fill cap (Figure 35).
Install the oil dipstick and firmly seat it (Figure 35).
Important: Ensure that the loop end of the oil dipstick is pointing down.
Lower the cargo bed.
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Before each use or daily |
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Note: If you just shut off the engine, it may take 1 to 2 minutes for the light to come on.
Engage the parking brake.
Turn the key switch to the ON position, but do not start the engine.
Note: The oil-pressure light should glow red.
Note: If the light does not function, either a bulb is burned out, or there is a malfunction in the system that you must repair.
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Every 100 hours |
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Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently (every few hours) if operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
Raise the cargo bed and secure it with the prop rod.
Check the air-cleaner body for damage which could possibly cause an air leak (Figure 36 and Figure 37).
Note: Ensure the cover seals around the air-cleaner body.
Note: Replace a damaged air-cleaner cover or housing.
Release the latches securing the air-filter cover to the air-filter housing (Figure 37).
Separate the air-filter cover from the air-filter housing, and clean the inside of the cover (Figure 37).
Gently slide the air-filter element out of the filter housing.
Note: To reduce the amount of dust dislodged, avoid knocking the filter against the air-filter housing.
Inspect the air-filter element.
If the air-filter element is clean, install the filter element; refer to Installing the Air Filter.
If the air-filter element is damaged, replace the filter element; refer to Replacing the Air Filter.
Remove the air-filter element.
Inspect the new filter for shipping damage.
Note: Check the sealing end of the filter.
Important: Do not install a damaged filter.
Install the new air filter; refer to Installing the Air Filter.
Important: To prevent engine damage, always operate the engine with the complete air cleaner assembly installed.
Important: Do not use a damaged element.
Note: Cleaning of the used air-filter element is not recommended due to the possibility of damage to the filter media.
Clean the dirt ejection port located on the air-filter cover.
Remove the rubber outlet valve from the cover, clean the cavity, and replace the outlet valve.
Insert the air-filter element into air-filter housing (Figure 37).
Note: Ensure that the filter is sealed properly by applying pressure to the outer rim of the filter when installing it. Do not press on the flexible center of the filter.
Align the air-cleaner cover with the air-cleaner housing (Figure 37).
Secure the cover to the housing with the latches (Figure 37).
Lower the cargo bed.
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Every 100 hours |
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Type: Champion RN14YC (or equivalent)
Air Gap: 0.03 inch (0.762 mm)
Important: A cracked, fouled, dirty, or malfunctioning spark plug must be replaced. Do not sand-blast, scrape, or clean electrodes by using a wire brush because grit may eventually release from the plug and fall into the cylinder. The result is usually a damaged engine.
Note: The plug should be removed and checked whenever the engine malfunctions.
Clean the area around the spark plug so that foreign matter cannot fall into the cylinder when you remove the spark plug.
Pull the wire off the terminal of the spark plug.
Remove the plug from the cylinder head.
Check the condition of the side electrode, center electrode, and center electrode insulator to ensure that there is no damage (Figure 38).
Note: Do not use a damaged or worn spark plug. Replace it with a new spark plug of the specified type.
Set the air gap between the center and side of the electrodes at 0.762 mm (0.030 inch) as shown in Figure 38.
Install the spark plug into the cylinder head, and torque the plug to 20 N∙m (14.7 ft-lb).
Install the spark-plug wire.
Repeat steps 1 through 7 for the other spark plug.
Lift the cargo bed and secure it open with the prop rod.
With the machine off, fully depress the accelerator pedal and measure the gap between the leading edge of the governor bellcrank and the bracket tab. This gap should be between 0.8 to 2.0 mm (.03 to .08 inches).
At the throttle cable, loosen the forward jam nut and tighten the rear jam nut to increase the low idle (Figure 39).
Test the high idle with a tachometer:
Turn the engine on.
Ensure that the shift lever is in the neutral position.
Fully depress the accelerator pedal and measure the engine speed with a tachometer; the engine speed should be in the 3550 to 3650 range. If it is not, shut off the engine and adjust the cable jam nuts.
Important: Do not lower the high idle. Test with a tachometer to ensure that the high idle is within the 3550 to 3650 range.
Push on the prop rod and lower the cargo bed.
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Every 400 hours |
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Inspect the fuel lines, fittings, and clamps for signs of leaking, deterioration, damage, or loose connections.
Note: Repair any damaged or leaking fuel system component before using the machine.
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Every 800 hours |
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Raise the bed and support it with the prop rod; refer to Raising the Cargo Bed.
Rotate the key switch to the OFF position and remove the key from the key switch.
Disconnect the battery; refer to Disconnecting the Battery.
Place a clean container under the fuel filter.
Remove the clamps securing the fuel filter to the fuel lines (Figure 40).
Remove the old fuel filter from the fuel lines.
Note: Drain the old filter and discard it at a certified recycling center.
Install the replacement filter to the fuel lines so that the arrow points toward the carburetor.
Secure the filter to the lines with the clamps the you removed in step 5.
Connect the battery, and lower the cargo bed; refer to Connecting the Battery and Lowering the Cargo Bed.
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Every 100 hours |
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Check the opening at the bottom of the air filter for the carbon canister to ensure that it is clean and free of debris and obstructions (Figure 41).
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Every 200 hours |
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Remove the barbed fitting of the carbon-canister filter from the hose at the bottom of the carbon canister, and remove the filter.
Note: Discard the old filter.
Fully insert the barbed fitting of the new carbon-canister filter into the hose at the bottom of the carbon canister.
Note: Replace the carbon canister if it is damaged, plugged, or if the machine is run without a carbon-canister filter.
Note: Replace the carbon-canister filter when replacing the carbon canister.
At the bottom of the machine, remove the cable tie that secures the parking-brake cable to the service brake line (Figure 44).
Mark a rotation stripe on the forward jam nut for the parking-brake cable (Figure 44).
Note: Ensure that the forward-jam nut does not rotate.
Loosen the rear-jam nut and remove the cable from the brake-cable bracket (Figure 44).
Remove the cotter pin and the clevis pin that secure the clevis for the parking-brake cable to the brake-actuating lever and separate the cable from the lever (Figure 44).
Repeat steps 1 through 4 to the parking-brake cable at the other side of the machine.
At the bottom of the machine, remove the 8 flange-head bolts and 8 washers that secure the seat base to the floor plate and rear-cab channel (Figure 45).
Carefully lift the seats, seat base, and parking brake cables from the machine (Figure 45).
Important: Note the routing of the parking-brake cables along the chassis as you lift the seats and seat base from the machine.
Remove the vacuum hose from the fitting on the carbon canister marked Purge (Figure 47).
Remove the fuel-tank hose from the fitting on the carbon canister marked Fuel Tank (Figure 47).
Lift the carbon canister from the carbon-canister mount in the fuel tank (Figure 48).
Remove the carbon-canister filter and the short section of hose from the lower fitting of the old carbon canister (Figure 49).
Install the hose onto the lower fitting of the new carbon canister (Figure 49).
Insert the fitting of a new carbon-canister filter into the hose (Figure 49).
Insert the new carbon canister into the carbon-canister mount of the fuel tank with the purge and fuel tank fittings aligned rearward (Figure 48).
Assemble the vacuum hose onto the fitting on the carbon canister marked Purge and the fuel-tank hose to the onto the fitting marked Fuel Tank (Figure 47).
Lift the seats and seat base onto the machine and align brake cables to the chassis (Figure 45 and Figure 46).
Align the holes in the seat base with the holes in the floor plate and rear-cab channel (Figure 45 and Figure 46).
Assemble the seat base to the floor plate and rear-cab channel with the 8 flange-head bolts and 8 washers that you removed in step 1 of Removing the Seats and Seat Bases and torque the bolts to 1,978 to 2,542 N∙cm (175 to 225 in-lb).
Route the threaded adjuster of the parking-brake cable to the brake-cable bracket and the clevis to the brake-actuating lever (Figure 44).
Secure the clevis to the brake-actuating lever with the clevis pin and cotter pin the you removed in step 4 of Disconnecting the Parking-Brake Cable.
Align the threaded adjuster of the parking -brake cable to the brake-cable bracket and tighten the rear-jam nut (Figure 44).
Note: Ensure the you do not rotate the forward-jam nut.
Repeat steps 1 through 3 to the parking-brake cable at the other side of the machine.
Connect the electrical connector from the reverse switch that is located inside the gear shift bracket.
Align the holes in the shifter bracket to the holes in the seat base and secure the plate to the base with the 4 bolts that you removed in step 3 of Disconnecting the Controls at the Seat Base.
Align the holes in the shifter plate to the holes in the shifter bracket and secure the plate to the bracket with the 4 bolts that you removed in step 2 of Disconnecting the Controls at the Seat Base.
Thread the knob from the gear-shift lever and tighten the knob by hand (Figure 43).
Battery voltage: 12 V with 300 A (cold cranking) at -18°C (0°F).
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid, which is fatal if consumed and causes severe burns.
Do not drink electrolyte or allow it to contact your skin, eyes or clothing. Wear safety glasses to shield your eyes and rubber gloves to protect your hands.
Fill the battery where clean water is always available for flushing the skin.
Always keep the battery clean and fully charged.
Always keep the battery clean and fully charged.
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.
Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the machine and cables, causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury.
Always disconnect the negative (black) battery cable before disconnecting the positive (red) cable.
Always connect the positive (red) battery cable before connecting the negative (black) cable.
Always keep the battery strap in place to protect and secure the battery.
Battery terminals or metal tools could short against metal machine components, causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury.
When removing or installing the battery, do not allow the battery terminals to touch any metal parts of the machine.
Do not allow metal tools to short between the battery terminals and metal parts of the machine.
Disconnect the battery cables; refer to Disconnecting the Battery.
Remove the locknut, carriage bolt, and battery clamp that secures the battery to the battery tray (Figure 50).
Remove the battery from the battery tray (Figure 50).
Align the battery to the battery tray of the machine (Figure 50).
Note: Ensure that the positive and negative posts of the battery are aligned as shown in Figure 50.
Secure the battery to the battery tray with the battery clamp, carriage bolt, and locknut (Figure 50).
Connect the battery cables; refer to Connecting the Battery.
Charging the battery produces gasses that can explode.
Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and flames away from battery.
Important: Always keep the battery fully charged (1.260 specific gravity). This is especially important to prevent battery damage when the temperature is below 0°C (32°F).
Remove the battery from the machine; refer to Removing the Battery.
Connect a 3 to 4 A battery charger to the battery posts. Charge the battery at a rate of 3 to 4 A for 4 to 8 hours (12 V).
Note: Do not overcharge the battery.
Install the battery in the chassis; refer to Installing the Battery.
If you are storing the machine for more than 30 days, remove the battery and charge it fully. Either store it on the shelf or on the machine. Leave the cables disconnected if it is stored on the machine. Store the battery in a cool atmosphere to avoid quick deterioration of the charge in the battery. To prevent the battery from freezing, make sure that it is fully charged.
There are 4 fuses in the electrical system. They are located beneath the hood (Figure 51).
Lift/gate (Open) | 30 A |
Horn/power point | 20 A |
Headlights | 15 A |
Machine fuse | 10 A |
If you install a higher wattage bulb than the system is designed for, you may damage the 12 V power supply, or at a minimum, blow the fuse.
Always use the specified Toro LED bulb to prevent this issue.
The bulbs become extremely hot when in operation. Handling a hot bulb can cause severe burns and personal injury.
Always allow enough time to for the bulbs to cool before replacing them. Use care whenever handling the bulbs.
Specification: See your Parts Catalog.
Disconnect the battery; refer to Disconnecting the Battery.
Open the hood.
Disconnect the electrical connector for the harness from the connector of the lamp assembly at the back of the headlight housing (Figure 52).
Rotate the lamp assembly 1/4 turn counterclockwise and moving it rearward, out of the headlight housing (Figure 52).
Insert the new lamp assembly and headlight housing and align the tabs in the lamp assembly with the slots in the headlight housing (Figure 52).
Secure lamp assembly by turning it 1/4 turn clockwise (Figure 52).
Connect the electrical connector for the harness to the connector of the new lamp assembly (Figure 52).
Connect the battery and close the hood; refer to Connecting the Battery.
Disconnect the battery; refer to Disconnecting the Battery.
Open the hood; refer to Raising the Hood.
Disconnect the electrical connector for the harness from the connector of the lamp assembly (Figure 53).
Remove the speed clips that secure the headlight to the headlight bracket (Figure 53).
Note: Retain all parts for installation of the new headlight.
Remove the headlight assembly by moving it forward through the opening in the front bumper (Figure 53).
Install the new headlight through the opening in the bumper (Figure 53).
Note: Ensure the adjustment posts are lined up with the holes in the mounting bracket behind the bumper.
Secure the headlight assembly with the speed clips that you removed in step 4.
Connect the electrical connector for the harness to the connector of the lamp assembly (Figure 53).
Adjust the headlights to direct the beams to the desired position, refer to Adjusting the Headlights.
Use the following procedure to adjust the headlight beam position whenever a headlight assembly is replaced or removed.
Turn the key switch to the ON position, and turn on the headlights.
At the back of the headlight assembly, rotate adjustment screws (Figure 53) to pivot the headlight assembly and align the position of the cast beam.
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Every 100 hours |
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Inspect the tires an rims for signs of wear and damage.
Note: Operating accidents, such as hitting curbs, can damage a tire or rim and also disrupt wheel alignment, so inspect tire condition after an accident.
Torque the wheel-lug nuts to 108 to 122 N∙m (80 to 90 ft-lb).
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Every 100 hours |
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With the steering wheel at the centered position (Figure 54), turn the steering wheel to the left or right. If you turn the steering wheel more than 13 mm (1/2 inch) to the left or right, and the tires do not turn, check the following steering and suspension components to ensure that they are not loose or damaged:
Steering shaft to the steering-rack assembly joint
Important: Inspect the condition and security of the pinion-shaft seal (Figure 55).
Steering-rack assembly tie rods
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Every 100 hours |
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Check the tire pressure to ensure that the front tires are inflated to 82 kPa (12 psi).
Either add weight to the driver's seat equal to the average operator who will run the machine, or have an operator sit on the seat. The weight or operator must remain on the seat for the duration of the adjustment procedure.
On a level surface, roll the machine straight back 2 to 3 m (6 to 10 ft) and then straight forward to the original starting position. This allows the suspension to settle into the operating position.
Owner provided tools: spanner wrench, Toro Part No. 132-5069; refer to your authorized Toro distributor.
Important: Make the camber adjustments only if you are using a front attachment or if there is uneven tire wear.
Check the camber alignment at each wheel; the alignment should be as close to neutral (zero) as possible.
Note: The tires should be aligned with the tread evenly on the ground to reduce uneven wear.
If the wheel camber is out of alignment, use the spanner wrench to rotate the collar on the shock absorber to align the wheel (Figure 56).
Important: Before adjusting toe-in, ensure that the camber adjustment is as close to neutral as possible; refer to Adjusting the Camber.
Measure the distance between both of the front tires at the axle height at both the front and rear of the front tires (Figure 57).
If the measurement does not fall within 0 to 6 mm (0 to 1/4 inch), loosen the jam nuts at the outer end of the tie rods (Figure 58).
Rotate both tie rods to move the front of the tire inward or outward.
Tighten the tie rod jam nuts when the adjustment is correct.
Ensure that there is full travel of the steering wheel in both directions.
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Every 100 hours |
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Fluid Type: SAE 10W30 (API service SJ or higher)
Park the machine on a level surface, engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, and remove the key.
Remove the bolt from the level-indicating hole (Figure 59).
Note: The transaxle fluid level should be at the bottom of the level indicator hole.
If the transaxle fluid is not level with the bottom of the level indicating hole, fill the reservoir with the specified fluid; refer to Changing the Transaxle Fluid.
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Every 800 hours |
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Fluid Type: SAE 10W30 (API service SJ or higher)
Fluid Capacity: 1.4 L (1.5 US qt)
Park the machine on a level surface, engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, and remove the key.
Wipe the area around the fill and drain plugs clean with a rag (Figure 60).
Align a drain pan with a capacity of 2 L (2.1 qt) or more under the drain plug.
Remove the fill plug by rotating it counterclockwise (Figure 60).
Note: Retain the fill plug and gasket for installation in step 8.
Remove the drain plug by rotating it counterclockwise (Figure 60).
Note: Retain the drain plug and gasket for installation in step 6.
Note: Allow the fluid to drain from the transaxle completely.
Install and tighten the drain plug and gasket into the drain-plug hole of the transmission (Figure 60).
Note: Dispose of the used fluid at a certified recycling center.
Fill the reservoir (Figure 61) through the fill-plug hole with approximately 1.4 L (1.5 US qt) of the specified fluid or until the fluid level in the transmission is even with the bottom of the threads. (Figure 60).
Install and tighten the fill plug and gasket into the fill-plug hole of the transmission (Figure 60).
Start the engine and operate the machine.
Check the fluid level and add more fluid if the level is below the threads of the fill-plug hole (Figure 60).
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Before each use or daily |
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Every 100 hours |
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When performing routine maintenance and/or engine diagnostics, the transaxle must be shifted into NEUTRAL (Figure 62). The machine has a NEUTRAL position on the shift lever, which controls the neutral in the transaxle. Perform the following steps to ensure that the neutral shift lever operates the transaxle neutral correctly:
Set the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position.
Ensure that the neutral bracket is in the NEUTRAL position (level to the cable mounting bracket located below the shift bracket) by turning the driven clutch (Figure 62).
Note: The machine should not roll back and forth. If it does, manually move the neutral bracket to the NEUTRAL position.
Rotate 1 of the locknuts (Figure 62) to achieve a 0.762 to 1.524 mm (0.030 to 0.060 inch) gap between the bottom of the nut/washer and the neutral bracket.
Note: You must hold the threaded shaft below the bracket when adjusting the locknut position on top.
Rotate the other locknut to achieve a 0.76 to 1.52 mm (0.03 to 0.06 inch) gap between the bottom of the nut/washer and the neutral bracket.
Pull up on each shift cable an ensure that there is a 0.76 to 1.52 mm (0.03 to 0.06 inch) between the nut/washer and the neutral bracket (Figure 63).
Note: If there is a not a gap, adjust the nuts to achieve the specified gap.
Start the engine and shift into FORWARD, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL several times to ensure that the neutral bracket is operating properly.
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Every 400 hours |
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The dust in the clutch will become airborne and could damage your eyes or you could inhale it, causing breathing difficulties.
Wear safety goggles and a dust mask or other eye and respiratory protection when performing this procedure.
Raise and latch the cargo bed; refer to Raising the Cargo Bed.
Remove the 3 bolts securing the cover to the clutch, and remove the cover (Figure 64).
Note: Retain the cover and bolts for installation.
Thoroughly clean the inside of the cover and the inner components of the clutch using compressed air.
Install the clutch cover and secure it with the 3 bolts (Figure 64) that you removed in 2.
Lower the cargo bed; refer to Lowering the Cargo Bed.
The dust in the clutch will become airborne and could damage your eyes or you could inhale it, causing breathing difficulties.
Wear safety goggles and a dust mask or other eye and respiratory protection when performing this procedure.
Raise and latch the cargo bed; refer to Raising the Cargo Bed.
Remove the bolts securing the primary clutch cover as shown in Figure 65.
Important: Use caution when removing the clutch cover; the spring is under compression.
Important: Take note of the X orientation on the clutch covers and clutch assemblies for later installation.
Remove the spring.
Add or remove spacers to adjust the top speed. Use the following table to determine the amount of spacers needed.
Spacers | Top Speed |
2 (standard) | 16 mph (standard) |
3 | 12 mph |
4 | 9 mph |
5 | 6 mph |
6 | 4 mph |
Important: Do not operate the machine without at least 2 clutch spacers in place.
Install the spring and clutch cover.
Important: Ensure that the X is placed back in the original location.
Torque the bolts to 179 to 228 N–m (132 to 168 in-lbs).
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Every 100 hours |
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Important: Operating the engine with a blocked rotating screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, or with the cooling shrouds removed, causes engine damage due to overheating.
Important: Never clean the engine with a pressure washer because water could contaminate the fuel system.
Clean the rotating screen, cooling fins, and external surfaces of the engine.
Note: Clean the engine cooling components more often under extremely dusty and dirty conditions.
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Every 100 hours |
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Important: Brakes are a critical safety component of the machine. Closely inspect them at the recommended service interval to ensure optimum performance and safety.
Inspect the brake lining for wear or damage. If the lining (brake pad) thickness is less than 1.6 mm (1/16 inch), replace the brake lining.
Inspect the backing plate and other components for signs of excessive wear or deformation. Replace any deformed components.
Check the brake-fluid level; refer to Checking the Brake-Fluid Level.
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Every 200 hours |
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Remove the handgrip from the parking-brake lever (Figure 66).
Loosen the set screw securing the brake-adjustment knob to the parking-brake lever (Figure 66).
Rotate the brake-adjustment knob until you reach a force of 133 to 156 N (30 to 35 lbf) to engage the parking-brake lever (Figure 66).
Note: If you rotated the brake-adjustment knob the full travel of the adjuster, and cannot attain the force of 133 to 156 N (30 to 35 lbf) required to engage the parking-brake lever, perform the procedure for adjusting the brake cables; refer to Adjusting the Brake Cables.
Tighten the set screw and install the hand grip (Figure 66).
Remove the handgrip from the parking-brake lever (Figure 66).
Loosen the set screw (Figure 66) securing the brake-adjustment knob to the parking-brake lever, disengage the parking brake, and loosen the brake-adjustment knob.
At the bottom of the machine, loosen the rear jam nut for the threaded adjuster of the parking-brake cable 4 turns (Figure 67).
Tighten the forward jam nut (Figure 67).
Rotate the brake-adjustment knob (Figure 66) until a force of 133 to 156 N (30 to 35 lbf) is required to engage the parking-brake lever.
If you cannot adjust the brake-adjustment knob by loosening it and engage the parking-brake lever with a force of 133 to 156 N (30 to 35 lbf), perform the following:
Loosen the forward jam nut (Figure 67) for the threaded adjuster of the parking-brake cable 1 turn.
Tighten the rear jam nut (Figure 67).
Rotate the brake-adjustment knob (Figure 66) until a force of 133 to 156 N (30 to 35 lbf) is required to engage the parking-brake lever.
Repeat steps 1 through 3 up to 2 more times to attain the parking brake force between 133 to 156 N (30 to 35 lbf).
If you cannot adjust the brake-adjustment knob by tightening it and engage the parking-brake lever with a a force of 133 to 156 N (30 to 35 lbf), perform the following:
Loosen the rear jam nut (Figure 67) for the threaded adjuster of the parking-brake cable 1 turn.
Tighten the forward jam nut (Figure 67).
Rotate the brake-adjustment knob (Figure 66) until a force of 133 to 156 N (30 to 35 lbf) is required to engage the parking-brake lever.
Repeat steps 1 through 3 up to 3 more times to attain the parking brake force between 133 to 156 N (30 to 35 lbf).
Note: If you cannot adjust the parking-brake cable enough to get the brake-adjustment knob within its adjustment range, check the brake pads for excessive wear.
Tighten the set screw and install the handgrip (Figure 66).
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Before each use or daily |
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Brake-fluid type: DOT 3
Park the machine on a level surface.
Engage the parking brake.
Shut off the engine and remove the key.
Raise the hood to access to the master brake cylinder and reservoir (Figure 68).
Look at the outline of the fluid level at the side of the reservoir (Figure 69).
Note: The level should be above the Minimum line.
If the fluid level is low, preform the following:
Close the hood.
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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Every 1,000 hours |
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Contact your authorized Toro distributor.
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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After the first 8 hours |
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Every 200 hours |
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Park the machine on a level surface, engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, and remove the key.
Raise the cargo bed and secure it with the prop rod; refer to Raising the Cargo Bed.
Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.
Rotate and inspect the belt (Figure 70) for signs of excessive wear or damage.
Note: Replace the belt if it is excessively worn or damaged; refer to Replacing the Drive Belt.
Lower the cargo bed; refer to Lowering the Cargo Bed.
Raise the cargo bed; refer to Raising the Cargo Bed.
Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL, engage the parking brake, rotate the key switch to the OFF position, and remove the key.
Rotate and route the belt over the secondary clutch (Figure 70).
Remove the belt from the primary clutch (Figure 70).
Note: Discard the old belt.
Align the new belt over the primary clutch (Figure 70).
Rotate and route the belt over the secondary clutch (Figure 70).
Lower the cargo bed; refer to Lowering the Cargo Bed.
Maintenance Service Interval | Maintenance Procedure |
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After the first 8 hours |
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Every 200 hours |
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Raise the cargo bed; refer to Raising the Cargo Bed.
Loosen the pivot nut for the starter generator (Figure 71).
Align a pry bar between the engine mount and starter.
Apply downward pressure to the pry bar to rotate the starter down in the slot until the belt tension only allows 6 mm (1/4 inch) belt deflection with 44 N∙m (10 ft-lb) of force (Figure 71).
Tighten the pivot nut by hand, and remove the pry bar (Figure 71).
Torque the pivot nut to 88 to 115 N∙m (65 to 85 ft-lb).
Lower the cargo bed; refer to Lowering the Cargo Bed.
If the cargo-bed latch is out of adjustment, the cargo bed vibrates up and down as you drive the machine. You can adjust the latch posts to make the latches hold the cargo bed snugly to the chassis.
Wash the machine as needed. Use water alone or with a mild detergent. You can use a rag.
Important: Do not use pressurized water when washing the machine. It may damage the electrical system, loosen important decals, or wash away necessary grease at friction points. Avoid excessive use of water, especially near the control panel, engine, and battery.
Park the machine on a level surface, engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, and remove the key.
Clean the dirt and grime from the entire machine, including the outside of the cylinder-head fins of the engine and blower housing.
Important: You can wash the machine with mild detergent and water. Do not use power washing equipment to wash the machine. Pressure-washing the machine may damage the electrical system or wash away necessary grease at friction points. Avoid excessive use of water near the control panel, lights, engine, and the battery.
Inspect the brakes; refer to Inspecting the Brakes.
Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air Filter.
Grease the machine; refer to Lubrication.
Change the engine oil; refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level.
Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the Tire Pressure.
For storage over 30 days, prepare the fuel system as follows:
Add a petroleum based fuel stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in the tank.
Important: Do not store stabilizer/conditioned fuel over 90 days.
Follow mixing instructions from fuel stabilizer manufacturer (1 fl oz per gallon).
Important: Do not use an alcohol-based fuel stabilizer (ethanol or methanol).
Note: Using fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh fuel and used at all times.
Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes).
Shut off the engine, allow the engine to cool, and drain the fuel tank.
Note: Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as according to local codes.
Start the engine again and run it until it shuts off.
Choke the engine.
Start and run the engine until it does not start again.
Remove the spark plugs and check their condition; refer to Servicing the Spark Plugs.
With the spark plugs removed from the engine, pour 2 tablespoons of engine oil into each spark plug hole.
Use the electric starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside the cylinder.
Install the spark plug(s) and tighten it to recommended torque; refer to Servicing the Spark Plugs.
Note: Do not install the wire on the spark plug(s).
Remove the battery from the chassis, and charge it fully; refer to Removing the Battery.
Note: Do not connect the battery cables to the battery posts during storage.
Important: The battery must be fully charged to prevent it from freezing and being damaged at temperatures below 0°C (32°F). A fully charged battery maintains its charge for about 50 days at temperatures lower than 4°C (40°F).
Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or replace any part that is damaged.
Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces.
Note: Paint is available from your authorized Toro distributor.
Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage area.
Remove the key and put it in a safe place out of the reach of children.
Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.