Workman® MDX Lithium Utility Vehicle

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

Tire 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.

1. Check the air pressure in the tires.

   Note: The air pressure in the front and rear tires should be between 55 to 103 kPa (8 to 22 psi).

   • 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.

2. If necessary, adjust the air pressure in the tires by adding or removing air in the tires.

Figure 17

Perform the breaking in a new machine guidelines to provide proper performance and long life for the machine.

• Ensure that the brakes are burnished; refer to the burnishing section in Setup.

• Check the brake fluid; refer to Checking the Brake-Fluid Level.

• Refer to for any special low hour checks.

• Check the front and rear suspension positioning and adjust it, if necessary; refer to Adjusting the Front Wheel Alignment.

• For optimal battery performance and battery life, charge the batteries to 100% when you receive your machine.

Refer to the display to determine the battery-system charge level; refer to Display.

Important: When stopping the machine on an incline, use the service brakes to stop the machine to hold the machine in place. Using the accelerator to stall the machine on the hill can overheat the motor or drain the batteries.

1. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.

2. Slowly press the brake pedal to apply the service brakes until the machine comes to a complete stop. The parking brake engages when the machine comes to a complete stop.

   Note: The stopping distance may vary depending on the machine load and speed.

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 to ensure 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 liquids, use caution when driving the machine uphill or downhill, when suddenly changing speed or stopping, or when driving over rough surfaces.

The capacity of the cargo box is 0.37 m³ (13 ft³). The amount (volume) of material that you can place in the bed without exceeding the load ratings of the machine can vary greatly depending on the density of the material.

Refer to the following table for load volume limits with various materials:

• 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.

Refer to Figure 22 and Figure 23 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.

Figure 22

1. Towing tongue and tie-down point (front of the machine)

Figure 23

1. Rear tie-down points

In case of an emergency, you can tow the machine for a short distance; however, this should not be a standard operating procedure.

Towing the machine is a 2-person job. If you must move the machine a considerable distance, transport it on a truck or trailer.

1. Affix a tow line to the tongue at the front of the machine’s frame.

2. To disengage the parking brake, rotate and hold the key switch in place for 5 seconds to enter the TRANSPORT position.

   Note: The “N” symbol (i.e., the NEUTRAL position) should appear on the display.

The machine is capable of pulling trailers. A tow hitch is available for the machine. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer 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, 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.

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, chock the tires of the trailer.

The US Department of Transportation and international transportation authorities require that lithium-ion batteries be transported using special packaging and only be transported by carriers certified to haul them. In the US, you are allowed to transport a battery when it is installed on the machine as battery powered equipment, with some regulatory requirements. Contact the US Department of Transportation or the appropriate government body in your country for detailed regulations on transportation of your batteries or the machine with the batteries equipped.

For detailed information on shipping a battery, contact your authorized Toro distributor.

1. Park the machine on a level surface.

2. Ensure that the parking brake is engaged.

3. Shut off the machine and remove the key.

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 26).

  

  Figure 26

  1. Front lifting point

• The lifting point at the rear of the machine is located under the axle tubes (Figure 27).

Figure 27

1. Rear lifting points

Grease specification: Mobilgrease XHP™-222

1. Unplug the power cord to the battery charger if it is connected.

2. Raise the cargo bed.

3. Move the battery-disconnect switch to the desired position as shown in Figure 36.

Figure 36

1. Turn the switch to the OFF position to de-energize the machine electrically.
2. Turn the switch to the ON position to energize the machine electrically.

Note: The machine is equipped with 4 lithium-ion batteries.

A lithium-ion battery must be disposed of or recycled in accordance with local and federal regulations. If a battery requires service, contact your authorized Toro distributor for assistance.

Do not open the battery. If you are having problems with a battery, contact your authorized Toro distributor for assistance.

The lithium-ion batteries hold a sufficient charge to perform intended work during its life span.

To achieve maximum life and use from your batteries, follow these guidelines:

• Do not open the battery.

• Store/park the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage area, away from direct sunlight, heat sources, rain, and wet conditions. Do not store it in a location where the temperature exceeds the range specified in Battery Storage Requirements. Temperatures outside of this range will damage your batteries. High temperatures during storage, especially at a high state of charge, reduces the life of the batteries.

• When storing the machine for more than 10 days, ensure that the machine is in a cool and dry location, out of sunlight, rain, and wet conditions.

• Use lights only when it is necessary.

Important: All electrical repairs should be performed by an authorized Toro distributor only.

The charger requires little maintenance other than protecting it from damage and weather.

• Clean the battery-charger cords and case with a slightly damp cloth after each use.

  Note: Do not clean the dielectric grease from the terminals.

• Coil the cords when not in use.

• Periodically examine the cords for damage, and replace them when necessary with Toro-approved parts.

The 12 V and 60 V fuses (Figure 37) are located under the hood.

Figure 37

1. Horn (20 A)
2. Display power (10 A)
3. Main system B+ (10 A)
4. DC to DC (20 A)
5. USB (5 A)
6. Headlights (7.5 A)
7. Alarm (5 A)
8. Telematics (5 A)

The battery charger (30 A) and machine power (200 A) fuses (Figure 38) are located under the cargo bed and battery cover.

Figure 38

1. Machine power fuse (200 A)
2. Battery cover
3. Battery charger fuse (30 A)

1. Inspect the tires and 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.

2. Torque the wheel lug nuts to 108 to 122 N∙m (80 to 90 ft-lb).

With the steering wheel at the centered position (Figure 41), 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 42).

• Steering-rack assembly tie rods

Figure 41

1. Steering wheel at the centered position
2. 13 mm (1/2 inch) from the center of the steering wheel

Figure 42

1. Pinion-shaft seal

1. Remove the fill plug on the transaxle (Figure 46).

   Note: The fluid level should be even with the bottom of the fill plug.

   

   Figure 46

   1. Fill plug

2. If the fluid level is low, remove the fill plug and add the specified fluid [indicated in Changing the Transaxle Fluid] until it runs out of the hole (Figure 46).

3. Install the fill plug and torque it to 27 to 41 N∙m (20 to 30 ft-lb).

Fluid Type: Mobil 424

Fluid Capacity: 0.95 L (1 US qt)

1. Align a drain pan under the transaxle drain plug (Figure 47).

   

   Figure 47

   1. Fill plug
   2. Drain plug

2. Remove the fill plug (Figure 47).

3. Remove the drain plug and allow the fluid to drain completely.

4. Install the drain plug and torque it to 12 to 19 N∙m (9 to 14 ft-lb).

5. Fill the transaxle with the specified fluid through the fill-plug hole until it runs out of the fill hole.

6. Install the fill plug and torque it to 27 to 41 N∙m (20 to 30 ft-lb).

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.

Brake-fluid type: DOT 3

1. Raise the hood to access to the master brake cylinder and reservoir (Figure 48).

   

   Figure 48

   1. Filler neck (reservoir)
   2. Reservoir cap
   3. DOT 3 brake fluid

2. Look at the outline of the fluid level at the side of the reservoir (Figure 49).

   Note: The level should be above the Minimum line.

   

   Figure 49

   1. Brake-fluid reservoir
   2. Minimum line

3. If the fluid level is low, preform the following:

   1. Clean the area around the reservoir cap and remove the cap (Figure 48).

   2. Add DOT 3 brake fluid to the reservoir until the fluid level is above the Minimum line (Figure 49).

      Note: Do not overfill the reservoir with brake fluid.

   3. Install the reservoir cap (Figure 48).

4. Close the hood.

Contact your authorized Toro distributor.

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.

1. Loosen the locknut on the end of the latch post (Figure 50).

   

   Figure 50

   1. Latch
   2. Locknut
   3. Latch post

2. Rotate the latch post clockwise until it is snug against the hook portion of the latch (Figure 50).

3. Torque the locknut to 19.7 to 25.4 N∙m (175 to 225 in-lb).

4. Repeat this steps 1 through 3 for the latch on the other side of the machine.

Wash the machine as needed using water alone or with a mild detergent. You may use a rag when washing the machine.

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

Important: Pressurized water is not recommended 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, motor, motor controller, charger, back of the dashboard, and batteries.