Field Pro 6040

1. Raise the operator’s platform (Figure 4).

   Note: The operator’s platform does not stay in the upright position; restrain the platform or hold it in place while completing this procedure.

   

   Figure 4

2. Align the link at the end of a short drawbar chain to the hole in the chain tab of the rear frame plate (Figure 5).

   Ensure the link is flush to the chain tab and the next link aligns into the groove in the tab.

   

   Figure 5

   1. Flange locknut (5/16 inch)
   2. Washer (3/8 x 7/8 inch)
   3. Short drawbar chain (17-1/2 inches)
   4. Chain tab (rear frame plate)
   5. Carriage bolt (5/16 x 1 inch)

3. Assemble the chain to the chain tab with a carriage bolt (5/16 x 1 inch), washer (3/8 x 7/8 inch), and flange locknut (5/16 inch) as shown in Figure 5.

4. Torque the locknut to 19.8 to 25.4 N∙m (175 to 225 in-lb).

5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 for the other short drawbar chain at the chain tab at the other side of the machine.

1. Install the lift bracket to the rear frame assembly as shown in Figure 6.

   

   Figure 6

   1. Flange locknut (5/16 inch)
   2. Rear frame assembly crossbar
   3. Lift bracket
   4. Carriage bolt (5/16 x 1 inch)

2. Install the tow-stop bracket to the drawbar with a U-bolt and 2 flange locknuts (5/16 inch) as shown in Figure 11.

   Note: Install the bracket with the tabs facing the front of the machine.

   

   Figure 7

   1. Flange locknuts (5/16 inch)
   2. Tow-stop bracket
   3. Center bracket tab alignment hole
   4. U-bolt

3. Connect the rear attachment adapter assembly to the drawbar with a hex-head bolt (3/4 x 3-1/2 inches), flat washer, and a locknut (3/4 inch) as shown in Figure 8.

   Note: Install the screw through the rearmost hole in the adapter assembly and drawbar.

   

   Figure 8

   1. Install the attachment adapter here.

4. Install the lift chains to the lift-bar assembly with flange-head bolts (3/8 x 1-3/4 inches), washers (3/8 inch), and locknuts (3/8 inch).

5. Slide the chain sleeves onto the lift chains, and then install the lift chains to the shaft-lift assembly with shackles, clevis pins, and cotter pins.

1. Connect the second link of the long rear-lift chains to the top of the lift frame using shackles, clevis pins, and cotter pins (Figure 9).

   

   Figure 9

   1. Shackle
   2. Long rear-lift chain (second link)
   3. Align the shackle and chain with the hole in the lift frame
   4. Clevis pin
   5. Cotter pin
   6. Lift frame

2. Connect the bottom of the long rear-lift chains to the hanger tube at the bottom of the lift frame using flange-head bolts (3/8 x 1-3/4 inches), washers (2/5 inch), and flange locknuts (3/8 inches) as shown in Figure 10.

   

   Figure 10

   1. Flange locknut (3/8 inches)
   2. Long rear-lift chain
   3. Washer (2/5 inch)
   4. Hanger tube
   5. Flange-head bolt (3/8 x 1-3/4 inches)

3. Align the rear attachment lift frame under the machine (Figure 11).

   Note: Ensure that the rear attachment lift frame is centered under the machine.

   

   Figure 11

4. Lift the back of the rear attachment lift frame to align the holes in the lift-frame tubes with the holes in the channels of the rear frame (Figure 12).

   

   Figure 12

   1. Flange locknut (1/2 inch)
   2. Tube (rear attachment lift frame)
   3. Flange-head bolt (1/2 x 3 inches)
   4. Channel (rear frame)

   Note: Install the hardware with the bolt heads toward the outside of the machine.

5. Assemble the 6 flange-head bolts (1/2 x 3 inches) through the holes in the channels and the tubes.

6. Assemble the 6 flange locknuts (1/2 inch) onto the flange-head bolts.

7. Torque the flange-head bolts and locknuts to 91 to 113 N∙m (67 to 83 ft-lb).

8. Align the hole in the rod end of the drawbar with the holes in the drawbar mount of the rear-frame bulkhead (Figure 13).

   

   Figure 13

   1. Locknut (3/4 inch)
   2. Rod end (drawbar)
   3. Drawbar mount (rear-frame bulkhead)
   4. Capscrew (3/4 x 4-1/2 inches)
   5. Spacers

9. Assemble the rod end to the mount with the capscrew (3/4 x 4-1/2 inches), 2 spacer, and locknut (3/4 inch) as shown in Figure 13.

10. Torque the capscrew and locknut to 320 to 396 N∙m (238 to 392 ft-lb).

1. Cross the attached chains from the (Figure 14) over the drawbar.

   

   Figure 14

   1. Short drawbar chain (17-1/2 inches)
   2. Flange-head bolt (5/16 x 1 inch)
   3. Washer (3/8 x 7/8 inch)
   4. Flange locknut (5/16 inch)
   5. Tow-stop bracket (drawbar)

2. Pull the slack from the chain and align the link to the hole in the tow-stop bracket of the of the drawbar.

   Ensure the link is flush to the outboard side of the bracket, and the next link forward aligns into the groove in the bracket.

3. Assemble the chain to the stop bracket with a flange-head bolt (5/16 x 1 inch), washer (3/8 x 7/8 inch), and flange locknut (5/16 inch) as shown in Figure 14.

4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for the other chain at the other side of the stop bracket.

5. Where the chains cross (Figure 15), assemble them with a flange-head bolt (3/8 x 1-1/2 inches) and flange locknut (3/8 inch).

   

   Figure 15

   1. Flange locknut (3/8 inch)
   2. Connect the chains through the 6th link from the tow-stop bracket on each chain
   3. Flange-head bolt (3/8 x 1-1/2 inches)
   4. Short drawbar chains

6. Torque the 5/16 inch flange-head bolts and locknuts to 19.8 to 25.4 N∙m (175 to 225 in-lb).

7. Torque the 3/8 flange-head bolt and locknut to 37 to 45 N∙m (27 to 33 ft-lb).

1. Remove the cable tie that secures the rear hydraulic cylinder and hoses to the back of the machine.

2. Remove the carriage bolt and flange locknut that secures the cylinder pin to the lift-shaft arm (Figure 16).

   

   Figure 16

   1. Carriage bolt
   2. Lift-shaft arm
   3. Cylinder pin
   4. Flange locknut

3. Route the cylinder and hoses to the back of the lift frame (Figure 17).

4. Install the hose guard around the hoses 9 cm (3.5 inches) from the rear tube channel as shown in Figure 17.

   Important: Ensure that the extend and retract hoses are not twisted around each other.If the hoses are twisted, loosen the hoses at the bulkhead side and alleviate hose twist, then torque them again.

   

   Figure 17

   1. 9 cm (3.5 inches) from the end of the rear tube channel.
   2. Hose guard

5. Assemble the rear attachment lift cylinder onto the mount shaft of the rear frame (Figure 18).

   

   Figure 18

   1. Attachment-lift cylinder
   2. Mount shaft (rear frame)

6. Align the rod end of the cylinder between the lift-shaft arms (Figure 19).

   

   Figure 19

   1. Carriage bolt
   2. Flange locknut
   3. Rod end (attachment-lift cylinder)
   4. Lift-shaft arm
   5. Cylinder pin

7. Secure the rod end to the lift-shaft arms with the cylinder pin, carriage bolt, and flange locknut.

8. Grease the attachment-lift cylinder before first operation; refer to Greasing the Bearings and Bushings.

9. Lower the operator’s platform.

   Note: When the rear attachment-lift cylinder is fully extended, the drawbar should be fully raised against the rubber bumper.

Use the throttle lever (Figure 22) to control the engine speed.

Use the rear attachment lift control to raise or lower an optional rear installed attachment.

Use the mid-mount attachment tilt control to adjust the engagement angle of the mid-mount attachment.

Use the mid-mount attachment lift control to raise or lower the mid-mount attachment.

Use the choke control (Figure 22) to adjust the choke position for cold-engine starting.

The hour meter and controller (Figure 22) preforms the following functions:

• Displays the total hours of engine operation.

• Provides control for the safety interlock system and displays indicators for the following components:

  • Parking brake is in the ENGAGED position.

  • Motion controls are in the NEUTRAL position.

  • Operator is standing on the operator’s platform.

• Indicates the voltage and low charging-system operation.

Use the ignition switch to start and hut off the engine.

Use the parking brake handle (Figure 23) to engage and disengage the parking brake.

The parking-brake handle is located on the control tower, to the left of the front reference bar.

The motion-control levers (Figure 23) are located at each side of the top control tower, and control the forward and reverse motion of the machine

Move the levers forward or backward to control the drive wheel on the same side forward or reverse respectively. The wheel speed is proportional to the amount you move the lever.

Perform the following daily procedures before operating the machine:

• Checking the Engine-Oil Level

• Checking the Tire Air Pressure

• Checking the Hydraulic Lines and Hoses

• Checking the Hydraulic-Fluid Level

1. Remove the 4 bolts and 4 washers that secure the backrest pad to the mounting plate (Figure 25).

   

   Figure 25

   1. Backrest pad
   2. Washer
   3. Bolt
   4. Mounting plate

2. Raise or lower the backrest pad.

3. Align the hole in the backrest pad with the holes in the mounting plate.

4. Secure the pad to the plate with the 4 bolts and 4 washers.

Figure 26

1. Parking brake engaged
2. Parking brake disengaged

• Pull the parking brake handle to engage the parking brake (Figure 26).

• Push the parking brake handle to disengage the parking brake.

Important: Do not engage starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, wait 15 seconds between attempts. Failure to follow these instructions can burn out the starter motor.

Note: You may need multiple attempts to start the engine the first time after adding fuel to an empty fuel system.

1. Move the motion-control bars to the NEUTRAL position.

2. Engage the parking brake.

3. Move the throttle midway between the SLOW and FAST positions (Figure 27).

   

   Figure 27

   1. Throttle—midway position
   2. Choke—ON
   3. Ignition key—START
   4. Ignition key—RUN

4. If the engine is cold, pull the choke control to the ON position (Figure 27).

   Note: When operating the machine in temperatures less than 0°C (32°F) allow the engine time to warm up before using the machine. This prevents damage to the hydraulic system.

5. Rotate the ignition key to the START position (Figure 27).

   Note: To prevent overheating the starter motor, do not engage the starter longer than 10 seconds. After continuous cranking the starter for 10 seconds, wait 60 seconds before engaging the starter motor again.

6. When the engine starts, rotate the key to the RUN position (Figure 27).

7. Move the throttle to the SLOW position, and allow the engine to warm.

8. As the engine warms up, push the choke control toward the OFF position (Figure 27).

Important: Always remove the key and engage the parking brake when leaving the machine unattended.

1. Move the motion-control bars to the NEUTRAL position.

2. Engage the parking brake.

3. Lower the attachments.

4. Move the throttle to the SLOW position (Figure 28).

   

   Figure 28

   1. Throttle—SLOW
   2. Ignition key—RUN
   3. Ignition key—STOP

5. Rotate the ignition key to the STOP position (Figure 28).

6. Remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operator's position.

1. Fully lift the multi-tool carrier; refer to Raising the Mid-Mount Attachment.

2. Rotate the multi-tool carrier backward until you can fully access the clevis pin and the 13 mm (1/2 inch) hole in the angle-select plate; refer to Tilting the Mid-Mount Attachment Forward.

   

   Figure 35

   1. Clevis pin and hole (angle-select plate)

3. Remove the hairpin and clevis pin that secures the multi-tool arm to the angle-select plate (Figure 36).

   

   Figure 36

   1. Multi-tool arm
   2. Hole (angle-select plate)
   3. Hairpin
   4. Clevis pin

4. Repeat step 3 at the other side of the machine.

   Caution

   The multi-tool arm rotates freely when the clevis pins are removed; your hands or fingers could get pinched and injured if they are caught between the multi-tool arm and the angle-select plate.

   • Keep your hands and fingers clear of the area behind the angle-select plate while rotating the multi-tool.

   • Secure multi-tool arm from movement before removing the second clevis pin.

5. Rotate the multi-tool arm to select a set of plow tines (Figure 37).

   

   Figure 37

6. Align the hole in the multi-tool arm with the hole in the angle-select plate (Figure 38).

   

   Figure 38

   1. Hole (angle-select plate)
   2. Multi-tool arm
   3. Clevis pin
   4. Hairpin

7. Secure the multi-tool arm to the angle-select plate with the clevis pin and hair pin.

8. Repeat step 8 at the other side of the machine.

9. Adjust the tilt of the multi-tool carrier as needed (Figure 39).

   

   Figure 39

This procedure adjusts ground level reference point for the attachment stop.

1. Move the machine to the job site, and engage the parking brake.

2. Use the rear attachment-lift control (Figure 56) to adjust the position of an optional rear attachment as follows:

   • Move the rear attachment lift control forward to lower the rear attachment.

   • Move the rear attachment lift control rearward to raise the rear attachment.

   

   Figure 56

   1. Rear attachment lift control
   2. Lower the attachment
   3. Raise the attachment

Refer to the attachment Operator's Manual for specific operating instructions for any installed attachments.

Practice driving the machine; when operating the machine, consider the characteristics of ground speed and engine speed:

• To transfer maximum power to the wheels, move the throttle control to the FAST and slightly press the traction controls forward.

• Maintain constant engine speed by pressing the traction controls slowly; this allows the engine to keep up with the ground speed of the vehicle.

• Pushing the traction controls too quickly reduces the engine speed; which can reduce the torque-power that moves the vehicle.

• Alternatively, maximum ground speed is achieved when the throttle control is in the FAST position and the traction controls are slowly but fully pressed.

Note: If the attachment adapter becomes stuck to the traction unit adapter, insert a pry bar or a screwdriver into the pry slot to disengage the parts (Figure 57).

Figure 57

1. Pry slot

If you must tow or push the machine, open the bypass valves to bypass the hydraulic fluid.

Important: Do not move the machine without first opening the bypass valves on the hydraulic pumps, otherwise you could damage motor components.Do not move the machine faster than 4.8 km/h (3 mph); only move machines a very short distance. If you must move the machine more than a short distance, transport it on a trailer. If you exceed towing limits, severe damage to the hydraulic pumps may result.

1. Raise the mid-mount attachment and optional rear attachment.

2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, engage the parking brake, and chock the wheels.

3. Wait for all moving parts to stop and allow machine components to cool.

4. If attached, remove the optional rear attachment.

5. Access the bypass valves from under the rear of the machine.

6. With a 5/8 wrench, open the bypass valve on the bottom of the hydraulic pump by turning the valve approximately 2 full rotations as shown in .

7. Repeat step 6 to open the bypass valve on the bottom of the other hydraulic pump.

   Note: The wheels can now spin freely.

   Important: Do not rotate bypass valves more than 2 turns; this prevents the valves from falling out of the pump and ensures that hydraulic fluid does not spill.

   

   Figure 58

   Underside shown, some parts hidden for clarity

   1. Turn the wrench counterclockwise (as seen from below)
   2. Bypass valve
   3. Hydraulic pump

8. Remove the chocks from the wheels, disengage the parking brake, and move the machine to the desired location.

9. After moving the machine and before starting the engine, close and tighten the bypass valves for operation:

   Important: Do not start or run the engine when the bypass valves are set to the open position.

   1. Shut off the engine, remove the key, engage the parking brake, and chock the wheels.

   2. Wait for all moving parts to stop and allow machine components to cool.

   3. Close, but do not tighten, the bypass valve by turning it approximately 2 full rotations until it stops.

   4. Torque the bypass valve to 12.4 to 14.7 N⋅m (110 to 130 in-lb).

   5. Repeat step 4 to close the bypass valve on the bottom of the other hydraulic pump.

Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Use a full-width ramp. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all the necessary brakes, lighting, and marking as required by law. Please carefully read all the safety instructions. Knowing this information could help you or bystanders avoid injury. Refer to your local ordinances for trailer and tie-down requirements.

Selecting a Trailer

Warning

Loading a machine onto a trailer or truck increases the possibility of tip-over and could cause serious injury or death (Figure 59).

• Use only a full-width ramp; do not use individual ramps for each side of the machine.

• Ensure that the length of ramp is at least 4 times as long as the height of the trailer or truck bed to the ground.

Figure 59

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

Figure 62

1. Park the machine on a level surface.

2. Ensure that the traction is in neutral.

3. Engage the parking brake.

4. Move the throttle to the SLOW position.

5. If installed, lower the mid-mount attachment and optional rear attachment.

6. Shut off the engine and remove the key.

7. Wait for all moving parts to stop.

8. Allow engine to cool.

1. Pull the latches up and off the 4 latch pins (Figure 63).

   

   Figure 63

   1. Latch
   2. Latch pin

2. Lift the hood from the machine (Figure 64).

   

   Figure 64

1. Lower the hood onto the machine (Figure 65).

   

   Figure 65

2. Pull the latches over the 4 latch pins to secure the hood (Figure 66).

   

   Figure 66

   1. Latch pin
   2. Latch

1. Loosen the 2 knobs that secure the operator’s cushion to the control tower (Figure 67).

   Important: The knobs are designed to remain on the machine; loosen each knob a only few turns, this prevents you from accidentally stripping them free of the retainers.

   

   Figure 67

   1. Knobs
   2. Operator’s cushion

2. Lower the operator’s cushion (Figure 67).

1. Rotate up the operator’s cushion (Figure 68).

   Note: Ensure that the slots in the frame of the cushion are fully seated to the flange bushings inboard of the knobs.

   

   Figure 68

   1. Operator’s cushion
   2. Knobs

2. Tighten the 2 knobs (Figure 68).

1. Raise the mid-mount attachment and optional rear attachment.

2. Park the machine on a level surface; engage the parking brake; shut off the engine; remove the key; and wait for all movement to stop before leaving the machine.

3. If attached, remove the optional rear attachment

4. Raise the machine using the designated jacking points as follows:

   • Front—center of the front caster wheel axle as shown in Figure 69.

     Warning

     The front axle can pivot; ensure that the floor jack is centered on the machine so that it does not shift while lifting; always use 2 jack stands to support the machine once it is lifted.

     

     Figure 69

     1. Floor jack centered on the axle.
     2. Front jack point; do not allow the jack to contact the grease fitting.
     3. Jack stands placed on both sides of the front axle plate.

   • Left and right sides—under the rear tube of the frame assembly behind the wheel motors (Figure 70).

     

     Figure 70

     1. Floor jack
     2. Rear jack point; floor jack under the rear tube of the frame assembly.
     3. Rear tube of the frame assembly.
     4. Jack stands placed under the far ends of the rear tube of the frame.

Grease Specification: No. 2 lithium grease

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

2. Wipe the grease fittings clean

3. Pump grease into the fittings.

4. Wipe off excess grease.

Note: Improper wash-down procedures can negatively affect bearing life. Do not wash down the machine when it is still hot and avoid directing high-pressure or high-volume spray at the bearings or seals.

Figure 71

Front Axle

1. Grease fittings
2. Axle

Figure 72

Mid-mount Attachment Lift Cylinder

1. Grease fitting
2. Mid-mount attachment lift cylinder

Figure 73

Mid-mount Attachment Tilt Cylinder

1. Grease fitting
2. Mid-mount attachment tilt cylinder

Figure 74

Rear Attachment Lift Cylinder

1. Grease fitting
2. Rear attachment lift cylinder

Use high-quality engine oil that meets the following specifications:

API classification level: SJ or higher

Oil Viscosity: SAE 30—above 4°C (40°F)

Note: The engine is shipped with oil in the crankcase; however, you must check the oil level before and after you first start the engine.

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

2. Remove the hood; refer to Removing the Hood.

3. Clean around the dipstick and dipstick tube.

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

   

   Figure 75

   1. Dipstick (engine oil)

5. Insert the dipstick into the tube (Figure 75) until it is fully seated.

6. Remove the dipstick from the tube and check the oil level.

   Important: Ensure that the oil level between the upper and lower mark on the dipstick. If you overfill or underfill the engine oil, you may damage engine when running it.

7. If the oil level is at the LOW mark on the dipstick, add oil as follows:

   1. Clean the filler cap and valve cover (Figure 71).

      

      Figure 76

      1. Valve cover
      2. Filler cap

   2. Remove the filler cap.

   3. Slowly add additional oil to bring the oil level to the F (full) mark on the dipstick.

   4. Install the filler cap.

8. Fully insert the dipstick into the dipstick tube.

   Important: You must fully seat the dipstick in the tube to seal the engine crankcase. Failure to seal the crankcase may result in engine damage.

9. Install the hood; refer to Installing the Hood.

1. Park the machine on a level surface, engage the parking brake, and move the throttle to the SLOW position.

2. If installed, lower the mid-mount attachment and optional rear attachment.

3. Shut off the engine and remove the key.

4. Wait for all moving parts to stop and allow machine components to cool.

5. Loosen the fuel tank cap to relieve pressure.

   Note: To avoid spilling fuel, you may drain the tank before replacing the filter; refer to Draining the Fuel Tank.

6. Remove the hood; refer to Removing the Hood.

7. Clamp the fuel lines on both sides of the fuel filter (Figure 85).

   

   Figure 85

   1. Hose clamp
   2. Filter
   3. Fuel hoses
   4. Fuel shutoff

8. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together and slide them away from the filter (Figure 85).

9. Place a drain pan under the fuel lines to catch any leaks, then remove the filter from the fuel lines.

10. Slide the fuel lines on the new fuel filter fittings, ensuring that the arrow on the filter points away from the fuel line coming from the fuel tank and toward the line going to the fuel pump.

    Important: Never install a dirty filter.

11. Move the hose clamps close to the filter.

12. Remove the clamp blocking fuel flow and open the fuel valves.

13. Secure the fuel tank cap and install the hood; refer to Installing the Hood.

1. Park the machine on a level surface, engage the parking brake, and move the throttle to the SLOW position.

2. If installed, lower the mid-mount attachment and optional rear attachment.

3. Shut off the engine and remove the key.

4. Wait for all moving parts to stop and allow machine components to cool.

5. Syphon the fuel from the tank using a pump-type syphon.

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

2. Lower the operator’s cushion; refer to Lowering the Operator’s Cushion.

3. Remove the open fuse from the fuse block (Figure 80).

   

   Figure 86

   1. Fuse block

4. Insert a new fuse of the same amperage into the fuse-block slot.

5. Raise and secure the operator’s cushion; refer to Raising the Operator’s Cushion.

Incorrect tire air pressure can cause an uneven performance of the mid-mount attachment.

Note: Check the tires when they are cold to get accurate air-pressure readings.

1. Measure the tire pressure before operating the machine.

   Note: The specified air pressure for the front and rear tires are 124 kPa (15 psi).

2. If needed, adjust the air pressure in the tires to the specified air pressure.

Figure 87

Wheel-lug nut torque specification: 129 N∙m (95 ft-lb).

Torque the lug nuts at the rear wheels in the pattern as shown in Figure 88 to the specified torque.

Figure 88

Note: This is only necessary after removing or replacing the front caster wheels.

Tighten the locknut until the wheel no longer spins freely, then slowly loosen the locknut just enough so the wheel can spin freely; repeat this for the other caster wheel.

Figure 89

1. Caster wheel locknut

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

2. At the bottom, front of the engine, insert a socket wrench or breaker bar into the idler tension arm, and move the bracket up to relieve belt tension (Figure 90).

   

   Figure 90

   1. Idler tension arm

3. Slip the belt from the pulleys (Figure 91).

   

   Figure 91

4. Route the new belt around the pulleys as shown in Figure 92.

   

   Figure 92

5. Remove the socket wrench or breaker bar from the idler tension arm.

Check the hydraulic lines and hoses daily for leaks, kinked lines, loose mounting supports, wear, loose fittings, weather deterioration, and chemical deterioration. Make all necessary repairs before operating.

Recommended fluid: Toro Premium Transmission/Hydraulic Tractor Fluid (available in 5-gallon pails or 55-gallon drums. See the Parts Catalog or contact an authorized Toro distributor for part numbers.)

Alternate fluids: If the Toro fluid is not available, Mobil® 424 hydraulic fluid may be used.

Note: Toro does not assume responsibility for damage caused by improper substitutions.

Note: Many hydraulic fluids are almost colorless, making it difficult to spot leaks. A red dye additive for the hydraulic-system fluid is available in 20 ml (2/3 fl oz) bottles. 1 bottle is sufficient for 15 to 22 L (4 to 6 gallons) of hydraulic fluid. Order Part Number 44-2500 from your authorized Toro distributor.

1. Fully raise all hydraulic attachment to the transport position.

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

3. Remove the hood; refer to Removing the Hood.

4. Clean the area around the hydraulic-tank dipstick and cap (Figure 93).

   

   Figure 93

   1. Dipstick and cap

5. Remove the dipstick and cap from the tank and wipe it with a clean rag.

6. Insert the dipstick into the tank (Figure 93).

7. Remove dipstick and cap (Figure 93) and check the level of the fluid.

   Note: You should see the fluid level is between the LOW mark and the FULL mark on the dipstick.

8. If the fluid level is low, add the specified hydraulic fluid to the reservoir to raise the level to the FULL mark on the dipstick.

9. Install the dipstick and cap (Figure 93) into the tank.

10. Install the hood; refer to Installing the Hood.

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

Important: Do not pressure wash the machine

1. Park the machine on a level surface, fully raise and latch the handlebar to engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop.

2. Thoroughly wash the machine.

   • Use a garden hose without a nozzle to avoid forcing water past the seals and contaminating bearing grease.

   • Use a brush to remove caked-on material.

   • Use mild detergent to clean the covers.

3. After cleaning, apply a coat of auto wax periodically to maintain the glossy finish of the cover.

4. Inspect the machine for damage, oil leaks, and component wear.