Toro Groundsmaster 200 Series User manual

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Printed in the USA
2003 by The Toro Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420-1196
15 CU. FT. HOPPER Kit
Groundsmaster200 & 1000L Series
Model No. 30505–240000001 and Up
Form No. 3350–898
Installation Instructions
Safety
Important On Model 30794, GM 220–D or Model 30224, GM 224 traction units with serial numbers prior to 10001, the
steering cylinder rod end must be checked to assure it has a grease groove. If rod end does not have a grease groove, a new
rod end must be installed.
Important On Model 30794, GM 220–D or Model 30224, GM 224 traction units with serial numbers prior to 90001, a
rear axle upgrade is required. Contact your TORO Distributor for upgrade requirements.
Before Operating
•Read and understand the contents of this manual before
starting and operating the machine. Become familiar
with all controls and know how to stop quickly.
•Never allow children to operate the machine. Do not
allow adults to operate the machine without proper
instruction. Only trained operators, skilled in slope
operation and who have read this manual should operate
this machine.
•Never operate machine when under the influence of
drugs or alcohol.
•Remove all debris or other objects that might be picked
up and thrown by cutter blades. Keep all bystanders
away from the operating area.
•Keep all shields and safety devices in place. If a shield,
safety device, or decal is defective or damaged, repair
or replace it before operation is commenced. Also,
tighten any loose nuts, bolts, and screws to insure
machine is in safe operating condition.
•Do not wear loose–fitting clothing because it could get
caught in moving parts. Always wear long pants and
substantial shoes. Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes,
and a helmet is advisable and required by some local
ordinances and insurance regulations.
•Be sure interlock switches are adjusted correctly so
engine cannot be started unless traction pedal is
released–neutral position–and PTO switch is in
DISENGAGED position.
•Fill fuel tank before starting the engine. Avoid spilling
any fuel. Since fuel is flammable, handle it carefully.
– Use an approved fuel container.
– Do not fill fuel tank when engine is hot or running.
– Do not smoke while handling fuel.
– Fill fuel tank outdoors and up to about one inch (25
mm) from the top of the tank, not the filler neck.
– Wipe up any spilled fuel.
While Operating
•Sit on the seat when starting the engine and operating
the machine.
•Always make sure seat pivot retaining pin is installed.
•Before starting the engine:
– Engage parking brake.
– Make sure traction pedal is in neutral and PTO is in
DISENGAGE position.
– After engine is started, release parking brake and
keep foot off traction pedal. Machine must not
move. If movement is evident, the neutral return
mechanism is adjusted incorrectly. Shut engine off
and adjust until machine does not move when
traction pedal is released.
•Do not run the engine in a confined area without
adequate ventilation. Exhaust fumes are hazardous and
could possibly be deadly.
•Maximum seating capacity is one person. Therefore,
never carry passengers.
•Check carefully for overhead clearances before driving
under any objects.
•The grass deflector or complete blower assembly must
always be installed on cutting unit.
•To maintain machine control, 75 lb. of weight must be
mounted on left front wheel of traction unit before
using the 15 cu. ft. Hopper kit. Refer to traction Unit
Operator’s Manual for additional weight requirements.

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•Operator must be skilled and trained in how to drive on
hillsides. Failure to use caution on slopes or hills may
cause loss of control and vehicle to tip or roll possibly
resulting in personal injury or death.
•Traverse slopes carefully. Do not start or stop suddenly
when traversing slopes or when traveling uphill or
downhill.
•If engine stalls or machine loses headway and cannot
make it to the top of a slope, do not turn machine
around. Always back slowly straight down the slope.
•Using the machine demands the operator’s complete
attention. To prevent loss of control:
– Operate only in daylight or when there is good
artificial light.
– Drive slowly.
– Avoid sudden stops and starts.
– Look behind machine before backing up.
– Watch for holes or other hidden hazards.
– Do not drive close to a sand trap, ditch, creek, or
hazard.
– Reduce speed when making sharp turns and when
turning on a hillside.
– The cutting deck must be lowered when going down
slopes for steering control.
•The grass deflector must always be installed and in
lowest position on the cutting unit when blower
assembly is removed. This product is designed to drive
objects into the ground where they lose energy quickly
in grassy areas. However. don’t take an injury risk!!
When a person or pet appears unexpectedly in or near
the mowing area, STOP MOWING. Careless operation,
combined with terrain angles, ricochets, or improperly
positioned guards, can lead to thrown object injuries.
Do not resume mowing until area is cleared.
•Never raise the cutting unit while the blades or other
parts are rotating.
•If cutting blades strike a solid object or the machine
vibrates abnormally, disengage PTO, move throttle to
SLOW, set parking brake, and shut engine off. Remove
key from switch to prevent possibility of accidental
starting. Check cutting unit, blower assembly and
traction unit for damage and defective parts. Repair any
damage before restarting the engine and operating the
cutting unit. Assure cutting unit blades are in good
condition and blade bolts are torqued to proper
specifications (See Cutting Deck Operator’s Manual).
•If the cutting unit discharge area or blower assembly
ever plugs, disengage PTO and shut engine off before
removing the obstruction.
•To stop machine, remove foot from traction pedal and
use brakes. Gradually reversing the traction pedal can
provide additional braking.
•Do not touch engine, muffler, or radiator while engine
is running or soon after it has stopped. These areas
could be hot enough to cause a burn.
•Before raising hopper:
– Make sure machine is on level ground.
– Disengage the PTO.
– Clear bystanders from area around hopper and
hopper linkage.
– Check overhead clearance.
•Do not attempt to dump clippings over an embankment.
•Hopper must be fully lowered before driving machine.
•Lower the cutting unit and hopper to their lowest
positions and remove key from switch whenever
machine is left unattended.
•Before getting off the seat:
– Move traction pedal to neutral position and remove
foot from pedal.
– Set the parking brake and disengage the PTO.
– Shut the engine off and remove key from ignition
switch. Wait for all movement to stop before getting
off the seat.
•Never operate collection system with hopper covers
open.
Maintenance
•Remove key from ignition switch to prevent accidental
starting of the engine when servicing, adjusting, or
storing the machine.
•Stay away from hopper and hopper linkage during
operation.
•Do not walk under hopper or service machine unless
hopper is fully raised and empty, with hydraulic lines
disconnected at quick couplers or fully lowered.
•Do not remove any hydraulic line unless hopper is fully
lowered or fully raised and empty.
•If major repairs are ever needed or assistance is desired,
contact an Authorized TORO Distributor.
•To reduce potential fire hazard, keep the engine free of
excessive grease, grass, leaves, and accumulations of
dirt.

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•Make sure machine is in safe operating condition by
keeping nuts, bolts, and screws tight. Check all cutting
unit blade mounting bolts frequently to assure they are
torqued to proper specifications (See Cutting Deck
Operator’s Manual).
•Make sure all hydraulic line connectors are tight, and all
hydraulic hoses and lines are in good condition before
applying pressure to the system.
•Keep body and hands away from pin hole leaks or
nozzles that eject hydraulic fluid under high pressure.
Use paper or cardboard, not hands, to search for leaks.
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can have
sufficient force to penetrate skin and do serious damage.
If fluid is ejected into the skin, it must be surgically
removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with
this form of injury or gangrene may result.
•Before disconnecting or performing any work on the
hydraulic system, all pressure in system must be
relieved by stopping engine and lowering implement to
the ground.
•If the engine must be running to perform maintenance
or an adjustment, keep clear of PTO shaft, cutting unit
blades, and other moving parts.
•At the time of manufacture, the machine conformed to
safety standards in effect for riding mowers. To ensure
optimum performance and continued safety certification
of the machine, use genuine TORO replacement parts
and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories
made by other manufacturers may result in
non–conformance with the safety standards, and the
warranty may be voided.

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Safety and Instruction Decals
107-2930
1. Crushing hazard—keep
bystanders a safe distance
from the machine.
2. Thrown objects hazard—do
not move the machine with
the hopper open.
3. Cutting hazard of
hand—remove the ignition
key and read the instructions
before servicing or
performing maintenance.
4. Tipping hazard—keep the
hopper lowered while
moving the machine and do
not dump the hopper over a
drop-off or embankment.
107-2931
1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual.
2. Crushing hazard—do not get under the hopper as it lowers and keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine.
107-2939
1. Lower the hopper. 2. Dump the hopper.

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107-2929
1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual ; 12 ft (3.7 m) clearance
is required for dumping.
2. Crushing hazard—do not get under the hopper as it lowers and
keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine.
3. Tipping hazard—keep the hopper lowered while moving the
machine and do not dump the hopper over a drop-off or
embankment.

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Set Up
LOOSE PARTS CHART
Note: Use this chart as a checklist to assure all parts necessary for assembly have been received. Without these parts, total
set-up cannot be completed. Some parts may have already been assembled at factory.
Description Qty. Use
Control Valve Assembly
Control Valve Handle
Control Valve Pivot Lever
Roll Pin
Clevis Pin
Cotter Pin
Tube Assembly
Tube Assembly
Capscrew 1/4 – 20 x 2–3/4” Ig.
Flange Locknut 1/4–20
Clamp
Capscrew 1/4–20 x 1–1/4” Ig.
Flatwasher 1/4
Locknut 1/4–20
90Fitting
Barb Fitting
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1
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
3
2
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2
2
1
1
Mount Control Valve to Fender

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Description UseQty.
Frame Assembly
Hopper Mounting Bracket – Left
Capscrew #10–24
Locknut #10–24
Capscrew 5/16 – 18 x 1–1/4” Ig.
Locknut 5/16–18
Hopper Mounting Bracket – Right
Coupler Bracket
Capscrew 3/8 – 16 x 1” Ig.
Lockwasher – 3/8
Locknut 3/8 – 16
Hopper Mounting Bracket – Rear
Strap
Capscrew 1/2 – 13 x 1–1/4” Ig.
Capscrew 1/2 – 13 x 1–1/2” Ig.
Flatwasher 1/2
Locknut 1/2–13
Disconnect Pin
Welded Mounting Pin – Long
Welded Mounting Pin – Short
Self Tapping Screw 1/4–20– x 3/4” Ig.
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1
4
4
4
4
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1
4
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2
1
2
2
2
2
4
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1
1
2
Install Frame Assembly
Wire Harness
Wire Harness
Cable Ties
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1
6Connect Wire Harness (Only one used)
Hydraulic Hoses
Protective Sleeve
Retaining Ring
Retaining Ring
Dust Plug
Dust Cap
Quick Disconnect (nipple & coupler)
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1
1
1
1
1
Connect Hydraulic Lines
Skid Plate
Capscrew 5/16–18 x 1” lg.
Flat washer 5/16
Locknut 5/162
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2
Mount to Hood (Groundsmaster 1000L Only)

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Description UseQty.
Hopper Assembly
Welded Mounting Pin
Hair Pin Cotter – for 1/2” Shaft
Hair Pin Cotter – for 1/4” Shaft
Carriage Bolt 5/16 – 18 x 1” Ig.
Flange Locknut 5/16–18
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2
2
2
2
2
Install Hopper Assembly
Shield – Top
Shield – Wide
Shield – Narrow
Flat – Short
Flat – Long
Screw #10 – 24 x 1” Ig.
Flange Nut #10 – 24
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1
1
2
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Install in Chute Opening of Hopper
Decal – Warning
Decal – Valve Operation 1 1Mount on Seat Frame
Wheel Weight
Threaded Rod
Lockwasher
Flatwasher
Hex Nut
Installation Instructions
Parts Catalog
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4
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Mount to Left Wheel
Note: Refer to Traction Unit Operator’s Manual for left
side weight requirements.
Optional Equipment
Bracket Kit
Weight Kit
Part No. 92–9670
Part No. 24–5780

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Mount Control Valve
1. Place a drain pan under lift valve (Fig. 1) on right side
of machine.
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Figure 1
1. Lift valve
2. Disconnect return line (Fig. 1), from bottom of lift
valve (line goes to radiator or oil cooler).
3. (GM1000L only) Remove barb fitting from BYD port
on lift valve and replace it with 90fitting included in
kit.
4. Mount left control valve tube assembly to fitting on lift
valve.
5. (GM1000L only) Mount barbed, O–ring fitting
(included in kit) to right control valve tube assembly.
6. (GM1000L only) Cut off approximately 9 inches of
return line hose (removed in step 2).
7. Mount right control valve tube assembly to return line
disconnected from lift valve.
8. Loosely mount appropriate tube assemblies to fittings
on right and left sides of valve, positioning them as
shown in figure 1.
9. With valve positioned on right fender, use it as a
template to locate, mark and drill (3) 17/64” dia. holes
in right fender (Fig. 2). Tube assembly must be at least
1–3/4” from frame.
10.Secure valve assembly and pivot lever to fender with
(3) 1/4 – 20 x 2–3/4” Ig. capscrews and 1/4–20 flange
locknuts (Fig. 2). Tighten tube assemblies to valve.
11. Remove drain pan from under machine.
12.Mount control valve handle to valve spool with a clevis
pin and cotter pin. Mount pivot lever to handle with a
roll pin (Fig. 2).
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Figure 2
1. Control valve handle
2. Valve spool 3. Fittings 4. Tube assembly
13.Secure tube assemblies together with clamp, 1/4–20 x
1–1/4” Ig. capscrew, (2) 1/4 flatwashers and 1/4–20
locknut. Position clamp near edge of fender (Fig. 3).
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2Figure 3
1. Tube assemblies 2. Clamp & fasteners
14.Connect hydraulic hose assemblies to fittings on front
of control valve (Fig. 4). Make sure O–rings are in
position. Install protective sleeve over hoses.
Remainder of installation will be completed after
hopper frame is installed.

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Figure 4
*Additional information required for mounting
auxiliary valve on traction units equipped with a
hydraulic counterbalance valve.
1. Disconnect and remove hydraulic line from BYD port
on lift valve and from straight fitting on counterbalance
valve (Fig. 5).
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2
Figure 5
1. Counterbalance valve
2. Hydraulic line 3. Hose to “S” port 4. “P2” port
Note: Remove hose from “S” port on counterbalance valve
to ease removal and installation of hydraulic components to
counterbalance valve (Fig. 5).
2. Remove 90(6–8) fitting from BYD port on lift valve
and install 90(6–6) fitting in its place (Fig. 5).
3. Mount left control valve tube assembly to fitting on lift
valve.
4. Positioned auxiliary valve on right fender. Connect
other end of hydraulic line to auxiliary valve.
5. Using valve as a template, locate, mark and drill (3)
17/64” dia. holes fender.
6. Mount right control valve tube assembly to auxiliary
valve.
7. Connect 20” hose (supplied in kit) to right control valve
tube assembly and “P2” port on counterbalance valve.
8. Connect hose to “S” port on counterbalance valve
Mount Hopper Frame
Steps 1 thru 6 are used only on traction units equipped
with externally mounted air cleaner.
1. Disconnect air cleaner hose from air cleaner body
(Fig. 6).
2. Loosen bands securing air cleaner body to mounting
brackets (Fig. 6).
3. Remove (4) screws securing air cleaner mounting
brackets to left side of frame (Fig. 6). Remove air
cleaner brackets. Discard fasteners.
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2
3
Figure 6
1. Air cleaner
2. Hose 3. Mounting bracket
4. Using same mounting holes, secure left hopper
mounting bracket and air cleaner mounting brackets to
frame using (4) 5/16 – 18 x 1–1/4” capscrews and
locknuts as shown in fig. 6.
5. Reinstall air cleaner body and tighten bands securing air
cleaner body to mounting brackets.
6. Reconnect air cleaner hose to air cleaner body.

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Figure 7
1. Left hopper mounting
bracket 2. Air cleaner assembly
Steps 7 thru 10 are used only on GM1000L and GM 228
traction units.
7. Using dimensions shown in figure 8, locate, mark and
cut a notch in left and right hopper mounting brackets.
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1
1.50”
1.06”
1.75”
Figure 8
1. Left hopper mounting
bracket 2. Right hopper mounting bracket
8. Using mounting holes in left side of frame, secure left
hopper mounting bracket to frame with (4) 5/16 – 18 x
1–1/4” capscrews and locknuts (Fig. 9). Notch in
bracket to fit around hood latch.
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Figure 9
1. Left hopper mounting
bracket 2. Hood latch
9. Secure top of right hopper mounting bracket to right
side of machine with (2) 3/8–16 x 1” lg. capscrews and
3/8” lockwashers (Fig. 10). Notch in bracket to fit
around hood latch.
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2
Figure 10
1. Right hopper mounting
bracket 2. Coupler bracket
10.Secure bottom of bracket and coupler bracket to frame
with (2) 3/8–16 x 1” lg. capscrews and locknuts
(Fig. 10).
11. Position rear hopper bracket on rear frame, as shown in
figure 11, aligning (2) bottom mounting holes with
holes in frame. Using bracket as a guide, locate, mark
and drill the remaining (2) 9/16” dia. holes in rear
frame.
12.Mount top of rear hopper bracket to frame using (2)
1/2–13 x 1–1/4” Ig. capscrews, mounting strap and (2)
1/2 – 13 locknuts (Fig. 11). Strap to be positioned
between frame and bracket.

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Figure 11
1. Rear hopper mounting
bracket 2. Straps (behind bracket)
13.Mount bottom of bracket to frame with (2)
1/2–13x1–1/2” Ig. capscrews, mounting strap, 1/2
flatwashers and locknuts. Strap to be positioned
between frame and bracket.
14.From rear of machine, slide front of hopper frame onto
side mounting bracket pins and rear of frame over rear
bracket pin.
15.Secure rear of frame to bracket pin with disconnect pin
(Fig. 12).
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Figure 12
1. Disconnect pin
16.Install short and long welded mounting pins through
arm assembly and main lift arm assembly (Fig. 13).
Secure with 1/4–20 x 3/4” Ig. self tapping screws.
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3
4
Figure 13
1. Arm assembly
2. Main lift arm assembly 3. Short pin (on left side) 4. Long pin (on right side)
Connect Hydraulic Hoses
1. Slide loop end of dust plug over end of hydraulic hose
from bottom valve fitting. Insert female coupler thru
bottom hole in coupler bracket and secure with
retaining ring.
2. Secure hose assembly to female coupler (Fig. 14).
3. Slide loop end of dust cap (Fig. 14) over end of
hydraulic hose coming from top valve fitting. Install
male nipple to hose end.
4. Insert end of hose thru top hole in coupler bracket
(Fig. 14). Secure hose assembly to bracket with
retaining ring.
5. Connect appropriate hydraulic hose from hopper
assembly to hoses installed to coupler bracket.
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3
4
65
3
Figure 14
1. Top hydraulic hose
2. Coupler bracket
3. Retaining ring
4. Dust cap
5. Bottom hydraulic hose
6. Dust plug

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Connect Wire Harness
1. Unplug wire harness connector from seat switch.
2. Determine which hopper switch harness, supplied with
hopper kit, fits seat switch on traction unit. Discard
unused harness.
3. Plug tee end of hopper switch harness into seat switch
and seat switch harness.
4. Route harness to hopper switch (Fig. 15) mounted to
frame tube. Plug harness into switch.
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Figure 15
1. Hopper switch
5. Secure harness to stationary frame components with
cable ties.
Mount Hopper Skid Plate
(GM1000L ONLY)
1. Using dimensions shown in figure 16, locate, mark and
drill (2) .344” dia. holes in lip on right side of hood.
.344”
Dia. (2)
1.50”
1.75”
1.25”
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Figure 16
1. Hood
2. Mount skid plate to hood lip with (2) 5/16–18 x 1” lg.
capscrews, 5/16 x 1–1/4 flat washers and lock nuts.
Position skid plate as shown in figure 17.
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Figure 17
1. Skid plate

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Mount Hopper Assembly
1. Remove tie straps securing tie rods to hopper arms.
Install (2) 5/16 – 18 x 1” Ig. carriage bolts and flange
nuts in hopper arm holes where tie straps previously
were.
2. Slide hopper assembly (hopper cover to rear) into side
frame aligning mounting holes in hopper with holes in
frame (Fig. 18).
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2
1
Figure 18
1. Hopper assembly 2. Mounting pins
3. Secure hopper to frame with (2) welded mounting pins
and hair pin cotters (Fig. 18).
4. Secure hopper tie rods to frame with hair pin cotters
(Fig. 19).
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Figure 19
1. Hopper tie rod
5. Adjust tie rods up or down to make sure hopper is level
with machine and it does not contact machine during
operation.
Install Front Blowout Shields
Note: The following instructions are as viewed from the
front of the machine.
When hopper is used with a 52” Deck
1. Secure wide shield to left inside lip of hopper opening
with a long flat, (3) #10 – 24 X 1” Ig. screws and #10 –
24 flange nuts (Fig. 20).
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2
4
52
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Figure 20
1. Wide shield
2. Long flat
3. Narrow shield
4. Narrow shield
5. Short flat
2. Secure narrow shield to right inside lip of hopper
opening with a long flat, (3) #10 – 24 X 1” Ig. screws
and #10 – 24 flange nuts (Fig. 20).
3. Secure top shield to upper inside lip of hopper opening
with a short flat, (2) #10 – 24 X 1” Ig. screws and #10 –
24 flange nuts (Fig. 20). Use (2) mounting holes on
right side of opening only.
When hopper is used with a 62” Deck
1. Secure wide shield to right inside lip of hopper opening
with a long flat, (3) #10 – 24 X 1” Ig. screws and #10 –
24 flange nuts (Fig. 21).
2. Secure narrow shield to left inside lip of hopper
opening with a long flat, (3) #10 – 24 X 1” Ig. screws
and #10 – 24 flange nuts (Fig. 21).
3. Cut 1–1/2” of material off bottom edge of top shield.
Secure top shield to upper inside lip of hopper opening
with a short flat, (2) #10 – 24 X 1”. Ig. screws and
#10–24 flange nuts (Fig. 21). Use (2) mounting holes
on left side of opening only.

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1
2
4
5
2
6
3
Figure 21
1. Wide shield
2. Long flat
3. Narrow shield
4. Narrow shield
5. Short flat
6. Cut off 1–1/2”
Install Decals
1. Install valve operation decal to right side of seat frame
and caution decal to left side of seat frame.
Mount Wheel Weight
1. Measure depth of wheel rim. This is achieved by
measuring the distance from hole to outside edge of
rim.
2. Add 3–7/8” to measurement attained. This becomes
dimension ”A” in figure 22.
3. Thread a hex nut onto each threaded rod to ”A”
dimension.
4. Insert threaded rods through 2 opposite holes in rim and
secure in place with 1/2” Iockwashers and hex nuts
(Fig. 22).
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2
Figure 22
1. Wheel weight 2. Threaded rod
5. Place wheel weight over ends of threaded rods and
secure in place with flatwashers, Iockwashers and hex
nuts (Fig. 22). Do not overtighten hex nuts or damage to
the plastic housing of the weight may occur.
Note: If there is excess thread protruding from nuts or
inside of wheel, cut it off with a hacksaw. Threaded rod
must not contact any parts of the machine when wheel is
rotating.
Important If mounting Hopper Kit on a 52” Side
Discharge Deck, (2) Rear Weight Kits, Part No. 24–5780
and a Bracket kit, Part No. 92–9670 must be installed on
left side of traction unit to meet ANSI requirements. Refer
to traction Unit Operator’s Manual for additional weight
requirements.

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Operation
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
Before Operating Hopper
1. Start engine. Raise and lower hopper several times.
(move control valve lever forward to lower hopper and
in reverse direction to raise hopper)
2. Check interlock switch operation as follows:
•Raise the hopper and engage the PTO switch while the
engine is running. The engine should stop within 2
seconds. If engine stops, the switch is operating
correctly; thus, proceed to next step. If engine does not
stop, there is a malfunction in the interlock system.
•Raise the hopper and depress the traction pedal while
engine is running the PTO lever is disengaged. The
engine should stop within 2 seconds. If engine stops, the
switch is operating correctly; thus, continue operation.
If engine does not stop, there is a malfunction in the
interlock system.
3. Stop engine. Check for hydraulic leaks. Check
hydraulic fluid level in front axle and replenish as
necessary. (Refer to Traction Unit Operator’s Manual
for specifications).
Hopper Operation
(When used with a 52” or 62” Blower Kit)
1. Move control valve lever forward to lower hopper and
in reverse direction to raise hopper.
Operating Characteristics
When grass collector is removed, NEVER
operate without deflector in place.
Caution
For best performance, regulate traction pedal to keep
engine rpm high and somewhat constant. A good rule to
follow is: decrease ground speed as the load on the cutting
blade increases; and increase ground speed as the load on
the blade decreases. This allows the engine, working with
the transmission, to sense the proper ground speed while
maintaining high blade tip speed necessary for good
quality–of–cut, vacuuming action, and to throw grass into
hopper If blower speed drops too low, plugging may result
Refer to Cutting Unit and Traction Unit Operator’s Manual
for operation of each.
Use care to avoid collision between hopper
and any stationary objects Always trim with
left side of cutting unit.
Caution
1. Inflate all tires on traction unit to 18–20 psi.
2. This grass collector is designed for use in wet or dry
conditions. Do not collect extremely long grass as the
hopper will fill too quickly.
3. When collecting wet, heavy grass, some clippings may
not be thrown completely through the chute. The hole in
the bottom of the chute allows these clippings to drop
out without plugging the chute. When this happens,
reduce ground speed.
Never place hands or feet in chute, blower, or
cutting unit.
Caution
4. The bumper which protects the blower housing doesn’t
extend far enough to eliminate the chance of the hopper
or hopper frame striking a stationary object. Stay far
enough away from obstructions to avoid collisions.
Trim with left side of cutting unit only.
5. While operating, check frequently for excessive
clippings left on turf or uncut grass. If those conditions
occur, the blower or cutting unit may be plugged. Stop
unit, disengage PTO, set brake and shut off ignition.
Check for obstructions in the chute, blower or cutting
unit. Clear any obstruction using a stick or similar tool.
Check blower belt tension. If slipping, readjust.
6. The grass collector hopper is designed to exhaust air
beside the chute. This allows the hopper to fill
completely without decreasing performance. Grass will
fall through the opening in the front of the hopper when
hopper is full. Immediately disengage the power take
off and empty the hopper.
7. Cut grass often, especially when turf growth is rapid. If
shorter turf is desired, cut the grass again. Overlap the
swaths to produce an even cutting pattern.
Important When transporting, hopper must be in down
position with rear cover latched over large cover.
Hopper & Frame Removal
1. Stop unit, disengage PTO, set brake and shut off
ignition.
2. Move hopper control valve lever forward and reverse a
few times to release pressure in hydraulic system.

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3. Disconnect hydraulic line quick couplers.
4. Remove (2) hair pin cotters securing tie rods to frame.
5. Remove (2) welded mounting pins and hair pin cotters
securing hopper to frame. Remove hopper from frame.
6. Disconnect wire harness from switch on hopper frame
or seat and remove from traction unit. Keep harness
with hopper.
Note: Hopper frame is heavy. Support frame when
removing or have a helper assist you.
7. Remove disconnect pin securing rear of frame to
machine. Slide frame off machine.
8. To prevent contamination of hydraulic lines, connect
hopper lines together.
9. Insert dust caps over hydraulic fittings on machine.
Blower Removal
1. Shut engine off, disengage and latch idler, unlatch and
open belt cover and lift belt off spindle pulley. Close
cover. Remove (2) knobs securing blower to mounting
brackets and remove blower, belt and chute
2. Reverse procedure to reinstall blower assembly.
When blower is removed, NEVER operate
without deflector in place.
Caution

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Maintenance
Adjusting Rear Cover Latch
1. Adjust latch assembly (Fig. 23) up or down if cover
does not seal properly or if cover does not latch when
operating.
1
Figure 23
1. Latch assembly
Never work on hopper unless it is in the
lowered position.
Caution
General Practices
1. Keep unit clean, checking that engine is free of dirt and
chaff. Make sure all fasteners are tight. Check
deflectors, baffles and shields for wear and replace as
needed.
2. Clean grass clippings from hopper, chute, blower and
cutting unit after each use. Wash underside of cutting
unit daily with hose. An excessive buildup of clippings
will impair collection system performance.
3. Refer to Cutting Unit and Traction Unit Operator’s
Manuals for service requirements of each.
Lubrication
After every 25 hours of operation grease cylinder and pivot
points with No. 2 multi–purpose lithium base grease. There
are (8) grease fittings at various pivot points and (1) fitting
on each end of cylinder (Fig. 24).
Figure 24

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The Toro General Commercial Products Warranty
A Two-Year Limited Warranty
Conditions and Products Covered
The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company,
pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly warrant your Toro
Commercial Product (“Product”) to be free from defects in
materials or workmanship for two years or 1500 operational
hours*, whichever occurs first. Where a warrantable condition
exists, we will repair the Product at no cost to you including
diagnosis, labor, parts, and transportation. This warranty begins
on the date the Product is delivered to the original retail purchaser.
* Product equipped with hour meter
Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service
You are responsible for notifying the Commercial Products
Distributor or Authorized Commercial Products Dealer from whom
you purchased the Product as soon as you believe a warrantable
condition exists.
If you need help locating a Commercial Products Distributor or
Authorized Dealer, or if you have questions regarding your
warranty rights or responsibilities, you may contact us at:
Toro Commercial Products Service Department
Toro Warranty Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420-1196
952-888-8801 or 800-982-2740
E-mail: [email protected]
Owner Responsibilities
As the Product owner, you are responsible for required mainte-
nance and adjustments stated in your operator’s manual. Failure
to perform required maintenance and adjustments can be grounds
for disallowing a warranty claim.
Items and Conditions Not Covered
Not all product failures or malfunctions that occur during the
warranty period are defects in materials or workmanship. This
express warranty does not cover the following:
•Product failures which result from the use of non-Toro
replacement parts, or from installation and use of add-on,
modified, or unapproved accessories
•Product failures which result from failure to perform required
maintenance and/or adjustments
•Product failures which result from operating the Product in an
abusive, negligent or reckless manner
•Parts subject to consumption through use unless found to be
defective. Examples of parts which are consumed, or used up,
during normal Product operation include, but are not limited to,
blades, reels, bedknives, tines, spark plugs, castor wheels,
tires, filters, belts, etc.
•Failures caused by outside influence. Items considered to be
outside influence include, but are not limited to, weather,
storage practices, contamination, use of unapproved coolants,
lubricants, additives, or chemicals, etc.
•Normal “wear and tear” items. Normal “wear and tear”
includes, but is not limited to, damage to seats due to wear or
abrasion, worn painted surfaces, scratched decals or win-
dows, etc.
Parts
Parts scheduled for replacement as required maintenance are
warranted for the period of time up to the scheduled replacement
time for that part.
Parts replaced under this warranty become the property of Toro.
Toro will make the final decision whether to repair any existing part
or assembly or replace it. Toro may use factory remanufactured
parts rather than new parts for some warranty repairs.
General Conditions
Repair by an Authorized Toro Distributor or Dealer is your sole
remedy under this warranty.
Neither The Toro Company nor Toro Warranty Company is
liable for indirect, incidental or consequential damages in
connection with the use of the Toro Products covered by this
warranty, including any cost or expense of providing substi-
tute equipment or service during reasonable periods of
malfunction or non-use pending completion of repairs under
this warranty. Except for the Emissions warranty referenced
below, if applicable, there is no other express warranty. All
implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for use are
limited to the duration of this express warranty.
Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental or consequential
damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so
the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.
Note regarding engine warranty: The Emissions Control
System on your Product may be covered by a separate warranty
meeting requirements established by the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and/or the California Air Resources
Board (CARB). The hour limitations set forth above do not apply to
the Emissions Control System Warranty. Refer to the Engine
Emission Control Warranty Statement printed in your operator’s
manual or contained in the engine manufacturer’s documentation
for details.
Countries Other than the United States or Canada
Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer)
to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or
have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty
Company. Part No. 374-0031 Rev. a