Toro 02000 GROUNDS PRO 2000 User manual

OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
FORM NO. 3321-155 GB Rev A
MODEL 02000—80001 AND UP
MODEL 02001—80001 AND UP
MODEL 02002—80001 AND UP
GROUNDS PRO™2000
®
© The TORO Company 1998
To understand this product, and for safety and
optimum performance, read this manual
before starting operation. Pay special attention
to SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS highlighted by
this symbol.

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FOREWORD
This operator's manual has instructions on safety, proper set-up and operation, adjustments and maintenance.
Therefore, anyone involved with the product, including the operator, should read and understand this manual. This
manual emphasizes safety, mechanical and general product information. DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION
identify safety messages. Whenever the triangular safety alert symbol appears, understand the safety message that
follows. For complete safety instructions, read pages 3–5. IMPORTANT highlights special mechanical information
and NOTE emphasizes general product information worthy of special attention.
Whenever you have questions or need service, contact your local authorized Toro Distributor. In addition to having
a complete line of accessories and professional turf care service technicians, the distributor has a complete line of
genuine TORO replacement parts to keep your machine operating properly. Keep your TORO all TORO. Buy
genuine TORO parts and accessories.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3–5
SYMBOL GLOSSARY 6–8
SPECIFICATIONS 9–10
BEFORE OPERATING 11
CONTROLS 14
OPERATION 16
MAINTENANCE 20
Training
1. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with
the controls and the proper use of the equipment.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the lawn mower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
3. Never mow while people, especially children, or
pets are nearby.
4. Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.
5. Do not carry passengers.
6. All drivers should seek and obtain professional and
practical instruction. Such instruction should
emphasize:
• the need for care and concentration when
working with ride-on machines;
• control of a ride-on machine sliding on a slope
will not be regained by the application of the
brake. The main reasons for loss of control are:
– insufficient wheel grip;
– being driven too fast;
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– inadequate braking;
– the type of machine is unsuitable for its
task;
– lack of awareness of the effects of ground
conditions, especially slopes;
– ##incorrect hitching and load distribution.
Preparation
1. While mowing, always wear substantial footwear
and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment
when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is
to be used and remove all objects which may be
thrown by the machine.
3. WARNING—Petrol is highly flammable.
• Store fuel in containers specifically designed
for this purpose.
• Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while
refueling.
• Add fuel before starting the engine. Never
remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol
while the engine is running or when the engine
is hot.
• If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine but move the machine away from the
are of spillage and avoid creating any source of
ignition until petrol vapors have dissipated.
• Replace all fuel tanks and container caps
securely.
4. Replace faulty silencers.
Operation
1. Do not operate the engine in a confined space where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
2. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
3. Before attempting to start the engine, disengage all
blade attachment clutches and shift into neutral.
4. Do not use on slopes of more than:
• Never mow side hills over 5°
• Never mow uphill over 10°
• Never mow downhill over 15°
5. Remember there is no such thing as a “safe” slope.
Travel on grass slopes requires particular care. To
guard against overturning:
• do not stop or start suddenly when going up or
downhill;
• engage the clutch slowly, and always keep the
machine in gear, especially when travailing
downhill;
• machine speeds should be kept low on slopes
and during tight turns;
• stay alert for bumps and hollows and other
hidden hazards;
• never mow across the face of the slope, unless
the lawn mower is designed for this purpose.
6. Use care when pulling loads or using heavy
equipment.
• Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
• Limit loads to those you can safely control.
• Do not turn sharply. Use care when reversing.
• Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights when
suggested in the instruction handbook.
7. Watch out for traffic when crossing or near
roadways.
8. Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces
other than grass.
9. When using any attachments, never direct discharge
of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone
near the machine while in operation .
10. Never operate the lawn mower with defective
guards, shields or without safety protective devices
in place.
11. Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at
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Safety Instructions

excessive speeds may increase the hazard of
personal injury.
12. Before leaving the operator’s position:
• disengage the power take-off and lower the
attachments;
• change into neutral and set the parking brake;
• stop the engine and remove the key.
13. Disengage the drive to attachments when
transporting or not in use.
14. Stop the engine and disengage the drive to the
attachment
• before refueling;
• before removing the grass catcher;
• before making height adjustments unless the
adjustment can be made from the operator’s
position.
• before clearing blockages;
• before checking, cleaning or working on the
lawn mower;
• after striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawn
mower for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating the equipment.
15. Reduce the throttle setting during engine runout
and, if the engine is provided with a shutoff valve,
turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing.
Maintenance and Storage
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
2. Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank
inside a building where fumes may reach an open
flame or spark.
3. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
4. To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer,
battery compartment and petrol storage area free of
grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
5. Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or
deterioration.
6. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
7. If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be
done outdoors.
8. Be careful during adjustment of the machine to
prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving
blades and fixed parts of the machine.
9. On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one
blade can cause other blades to rotate.
10. When the machine is to be parked, stored or left
unattended, lower the cutting means unless a
positive mechanical lock is used.
Safety Instructions
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Safety Instructions
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Symbol Glossary
Caustic liquids,
chemical burns to
fingers or hand
Poisonous
fumes or toxic
gases, asphyxiation
Electrical shock,
electrocution High pressure fluid, injection
into body
High pressure
spray, erosion of
flesh
High pressure
spray, erosion of
flesh
Crushing of
fingers or hand,
force applied from
above
Crushing of
toes or foot, force
applied from above
Crushing of
whole body,
applied from
above
Crushing of
torso, force
applied from side
Crushing of fingers
or hand/, force
applied from side
Crushing of
whole body Crushing of head, torso and
arms
Cutting of
fingers or hand Cutting of footCrushing of leg, force applied
from side
Cutting or
entanglement of
foot, rotating auger
Severing of
foot, rotating
knives
Severing of
fingers or hand,
impeller blade
Wait until all
machine
components have
completely stopped
before touching them
Severing of
fingers or hand,
engine fan
Whole body entanglement,
implement input drive line Fingers or hand entangle-
ment, chain drive
Runover/back-
over, (relevant
machine to appear
in dashed box)
Machine tipping,
riding mower Machine rollover, ROPS (relevant
machine to appear
in dashed box)
Stored energy
hazard, kickback
or upward motion
Hot surfaces,
burns to fingers
or hands
Hand & arm
entanglement,
belt drive
Thrown or fly-
ing objects, whole
body exposure
Thrown or
flying objects,
face exposure
Explosion Fire or open
flame
Secure lifting
cylinder with locking
device before getting
in hazardous area
Stay a safe
distance from
the machine
Stay clear of
articulation area
while engine is
running
Do not open
or remove safety
shields while
engine is
running
Do not step on
loading platform if
PTO is connected to tractor
& engine is running
Do not step
Shut off engine
& remove key before
performing mainten-
ance or repair work
Riding on this
machine is allowed
only on a passen-
ger seat & only if the
driver’s view is not
hindered
Consult
technical manual
for proper service
procedures
Fasten seat belts Safety alert
triangle outline safety alert symbol Read operator’s manual

Safety Instructions
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Fire, open light
& smoking
prohibited
Hydraulic
system Brake system Oil Coolant (water) Intake air Exhaust gas Pressure
Level
indicator Liquid level Filter Temperature Failure/ Malfunction Start switch/ mechanism On/start Off/stop
Plus/increase/
positive polarity
Engage Disengage Attachment
lower Attachment raise Spacing distance Snow thrower, collector auger Minus/decrease/
negative polarity
Horn Battery charging
condition
Hourmeter/elapsed
operating hours Fast Slow Continuous variable, linear Volume empty Volume full
Machine travel
direction,
forward/rearward
Control lever
operating
direction, dual
direction
Control lever
operating
direction, multiple
direction
Clockwise
rotation Counter-clock- wise rotation Grease lubrication
point
Oil lubrication
point Lift point
Jack or
support point Draining/ emptying Engine lubricat- ing oil Engine lubricating
oil pressure Engine lubricating oil level Engine lubricating oil filter Engine lubricating oil
temperature
Engine coolant
Flush with water Engine Transmission
Hearing
protection must
be worn
Caution, toxic
risk
Eye protection
must be worn Head protection must be worn First aid

Safety Instructions
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Transmission
failure/malfunction Clutch Neutral High Low Forward Reverse Park
NHLFRP
First gear Second gear Third gear (other #'s
may be used until
the maximum # of for-
ward gears is reached.)
Hydraulic oil Hydraulic oil
temperature
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Hydraulic oil
pressure Hydraulic oil level Hydraulic oil filter
Hydraulic oil
failure/malfunction Parking brake Fuel Fuel level Fuel filter Fuel system failure/malfunction
Diesel fuel Unleaded fuel
Headlights Lock Unlock Differential lock 4-Wheel drive Power Take-Off Power Take-Off,
rotational speed Reel cutting element
Reel cutting
element, height
adjustment
Traction Above working
temperature range
Drilling Manual metal arc
welding Manual 0356 Water pump 0626 Keep dry
0430 weight Do not dispose
in the garbage CE logo
Engine coolant
pressure Engine coolant f ilter Engine lubricating oil
pressure
Engine intake/
combustion air Engine intake/ combustion air
pressure
Engine intake/
air filter Engine start Engine stop
Engine failure/
malfunction Engine rotational speed/frequency Choke Primer (start aid) Electrical preheat (low temperature
start aid)
Transmission oil Transmission oil
pressure
n/min
Transmission oil
temperature
Symbol Glossary, continued

Engine: Briggs & Stratton Vanguard, twin-cylinder, 4-
cycle, air-cooled, 11.9 kW @ 3600 rpm, 588 cc
displacement, governed speed of 3200 rpm. Mechanical
fuel pump, large-capacity dual element air cleaner. 2.5 l
oil capacity.
Fuel Capacity: 20 liter.
Traction Drive: Eaton model 11 hydrostatic transmission
integrally coupled to a Peerless model 1310 axle. Travel
speed range is 0–13.5 Km/h (0–8.5 mph) forward and
4.8 Km/h reverse (0–3 mph).
Controls: Foot-operated traction pedal. Hand-operated
throttle, choke, ignition switch, PTO switch, lift lever,
parking brake and seat adjustment.
Cutting Drive: Constant-tension belt drive system with
electric clutch utilizing a poly-V belt from the engine to
the jackshaft and BX section V-belt drive from the
jackshaft to each cutting unit.
Tires and Wheels: Two 23 x 8.5-12 front-drive turf tires
with 4-ply construction. Rear tires for the four-wheel
configuration, 16 x 6.5-6 turf tires with 4-ply
construction. Rear tire for the three-wheel configuration,
18 x 6.5-8 with 4-ply construction. 83–124 kPa inflation
pressure for all tires.
Electrical Features: 12-volt, 255 cold cranking amps at
180 C, 50-amp reserve capacity at 270 C. Battery, 16-
amp alternator, seat, traction, PTO and parking brake
interlock switches; electrical leads provided for optional
light and hour meter installations.
Steering: Pinion and gear sector with solid control link
to the rear steer assembly, 2.5 turns lock to lock.
Brakes: Service braking accomplished through
hydrostatic transmission. Parking brake controls
secondary shaft internal to the axle assembly and is
actuated by a control lever.
Main Frame: All-steel welded construction utilizing
tubular and formed sheet metal sections
Seat: Standard cushion seat and optional deluxe
suspension seat with arm rest and weight adjustment.
The seat is adjustable fore and aft. Arm rest kit also
available.
Lift System: Category “0” A-Frame mounting system
connected to the tractor via parallel linkage. One double-
acting 60 mm bore, 140-mm stroke hydraulic cylinder
receiving oil from hydrostatic transmission charge pump
via the control valve with float position. Maximum
operating pressure is 6895 kPa. When the traction unit is
equipped with cutting units, all three units are raised and
lowered via the single control lever. The lift system
works with the electric clutch to engage and disengage
the cutting units.
Overall Dimensions and Weight:
Wheel Tread Width 105.3 cm
Width across Front Tires 132 cm
Wheel Base 138.5 cm
Overall Length w/ Cutting Units Installed 229 cm
Overall Height 119 cm
Tractor Weight 50.4 kg
Weight with 5-Blade Fixed Cutting Units 440 kg
Weight with 8-Blade Floating Cutting Units 696 kg
Overall Width w/Fixed-Head Units 195 cm
Overall Width w/Floating Head Units 203 cm
Transport Width w/Fixed Head Units 140 cm
Transport Width w/Floating Head Units 200 cm
Optional Equipment:
Fixed Head Kit Model No. 02100
Floating Head Kit Model No. 02101
3-Wheel Axle Model No. 02200
4-Wheel Axle Model No. 02201
Full Roller Kit* Model No. 03440
Sectional Roller Kit* Model No. 03445
Wiehle Roller Kit* Model No. 03450
Skid Kit* Model No. 03446
Anti-Scalp Kit* Model No. 03447
Grass Basket Kit Model No. 02302
Power Take-off Kit Model No. 02301
Standard Seat Kit Model No. 30769
Deluxe Seat Kit Model No. 30772
Arm Rest Kit Model No. 30707
Roller Scraper Kit* Part No. 60-9560
Comb Kit* Part No. 67-9400
Rear Weight Part No. 24-5790
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Specifications

Rear Weight (2) Part No. 24-5780
Gauge Bar Kit Part No. 13-8199
Backlap Kit Part No. 84-5510
Tire Chains Part No. 82531
*3 per kit
SpeciÞcations
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CHECK THE ENGINE OIL (Fig. 1)
The engine is shipped with 1.7 1 of oil. However, check
the oil level before and after you first start the engine.
1. Position the machine on a level surface.
2. Unscrew the dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth.
Screw the dipstick into the tube and make sure it is
seated fully. Unscrew the dipstick and check the oil
level. If it is low, remove the filler cap and add oil.
Use any high-quality detergent oil having the
American Petroleum Institute—API—”service
classification” SE, SF or SG. Recommended
viscosity (weight) is SAE 30. Refer to the Engine
Operator’s Manual for additional information.
Figure 1
1. Dipstick
2. Filler cap
3. Pour the oil into opening in the valve cover until the
oil level is up to the ”FULL’” mark on the dipstick.
Add the oil slowly and check the level often during
this process. DO NOT OVERFILL.
IMPORTANT Check the oil level every 8
operating hours or daily. Initially, change the oil
after the first 8 hours of operation; thereafter,
under normal conditions, change the oil every 50
hours and filter every 100 hours. However,
change it more often when operating the engine
in extremely dusty or dirty conditions.
5. Install the filler cap and the dipstick.
FILL THE FUEL TANK
THE TORO COMPANY STRONGLY RECOMMENDS
THE USE OF CLEAN, FRESH UNLEADED
REGULAR GASOLINE IN TORO GASOLINE
POWERED PRODUCTS. UNLEADED GASOLINE
BURNS CLEANER, EXTENDS ENGINE LIFE, AND
PROMOTES GOOD STARTING BY REDUCING THE
BUILD-UP OF COMBUSTION CHAMBER
DEPOSITS. LEADED GASOLINE CAN BE USED IF
UNLEADED IS NOT AVAILABLE.
NOTE: NEVER USE METHANOL, GASOLINE
CONTAINING METHANOL, GASOHOL
CONTAINING MORE THAN 10% ETHANOL,
GASOLINE ADDITIVES, PREMIUM GASOLINE, OR
WHITE GAS BECAUSE ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM
DAMAGE COULD RESULT.
Before Operating
Because gasoline is flammable, caution must be
used when storing or handling it. Do not fill the
fuel tank while the engine is running, hot or when
the machine is in an enclosed area. Vapors may
build up and be ignited by a spark or flame source
many feet away. DO NOT SMOKE while filling
the fuel tank to prevent the possibility of an
explosion. Always fill the fuel tank outside and
wipe up any spilled gasoline before starting the
engine. Use a funnel or spout to prevent spilling
gasoline before starting the engine and fill the
tank to about 3 cm from the top of the tank, not
the filler neck. Store gasoline in a clean safety-
approved container and keep the cap in place on
the container. Keep gasoline in a cool, well-
ventilated place; never in an enclosed area such as
a hot storage shed. To assure volatility, do not buy
more than a 30-day supply of gasoline. Gasoline
is a fuel for internal combustion engines;
therefore, do not use it for any other purpose.
Since many children like the smell of gas, keep it
out of their reach because the fumes are explosive
and dangerous to inhale.
DANGER
1
2

Before Operating
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Figure 2
1. Fuel tank cap
Fill the gasoline tank to the bottom of the filler
neck. DO NO OVERFILL. Install the cap.
CHECK THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
FLUID
The hydraulic system is designed to operate on SAE
10W-30 engine oil or, as a substitute, SAE 10W-40
engine oil. The reservoir is filled at the factory with 4.7 l
of 10W-30 engine oil. Check the oil level before first
starting the engine and daily thereafter.
1. Position the machine on a level surface and stop the
engine.
2. Remove the access panel to expose the hydraulic
system dipstick filler cap.
Figure 3
1. Access panel
3. Remove the dipstick cap from the filler neck and
wipe it with a clean cloth. Insert the dipstick cap
onto the filler neck; then remove it and check the oil
level.
Figure 4
1. Dipstick filler cap
4. If the level is not within 3 cm from the FULL mark
on the dipstick, add SAE 10W-30 engine oil to raise
the level to the FULL mark. Do not overfill.
5. Install the dipstick filler cap onto the filler neck.
6. Run the engine for one minute, recheck the oil level
and add more if needed.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
Correct air pressure in front and rear tires is 84–124 kPa.
LUBRICATE BEARINGS AND
BUSHINGS
The traction unit and cutting unit’s grease fittings must
be lubricated with No. 2 General Purpose Lithium Base
Grease.
CHECK REEL-TO-BEDKNIFE
CONTACT
Each day before operating, check reel-to-bedknife
contact.. There must be light contact across the full
length of the reel and bedknife. Refer to Adjusting the
Bedknife Parallel to the Reel.
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1
1

Before Operating
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Figure 5
1. Bedknife adjusting knob

Traction Pedal (Fig. 6)—The traction pedal: 1) makes
the machine move forward, 2) moves it backward and 3)
stops the machine. Using the heel and toe of your right
foot, depress the top of the pedal to move forward and
the bottom of the pedal to move backward or to assist in
stopping when moving forward. Also, allow the pedal to
move or move it to the neutral position to stop the
machine. Do not rest the heel of your foot on reverse
when going forward (Fig. 7).
Figure 6
1. Traction pedal
2. Parking brake
Figure 7
1. Forward
2. Reverse
Parking Brake (Fig. 6)—Whenever the engine is shut
off, the parking brake must be engaged to prevent
accidental movement of the machine. To engage the
parking brake, pull back on the lever. After releasing the
parking brake, move the mower slightly in reverse to
release the brakes before moving forward.
Throttle (Fig. 8)—The throttle is used to operate the
engine at various speeds. Moving the throttle upward
increases engine speed; downward decreases engine
speed. The throttle also controls the speed of the reel
blades and, with the traction pedal, controls the
machine’s ground speed.
Choke (Fig. 8)—To start a cold engine, close the choke
by moving the choke control upward to ON. After the
engine starts, regulate the choke to keep the engine
running smoothly. As soon as possible, open the choke
by pulling it downward to the OFF position. A warm
engine requires little or no choking when starting.
Lift Lever (Fig. 8)—The lift lever has four positions:
LOWER, RAISE, NEUTRAL and FLOAT. To lower the
cutting units to the ground, move the lift lever forward.
To raise the cutting units, pull the lift lever rearward to
the RAISE position.
PTO Switch (Fig. 8)—The switch has two positions:
ENGAGE and DISENGAGE. Push the switch lever
forward to engage the cutting units. Pull the switch level
rearward to disengage the cutting units.
Figure 8
1. Throttle control
2. Choke control
3. PTO switch
4. Cutting unit lift lever
Ignition Switch (Fig. 9)—The ignition switch, used to
start and stop the engine, has three positions: OFF, RUN
and START. Turn the key clockwise—START
position—to engage the starter. Release the key when the
engine starts. The key will move automatically to ON.
To shut off the engine, turn the key counterclockwise to
OFF.
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Controls
2
1
21
1
2
3
4

Figure 9
1. Ignition switch
Seat Adjustments
Fore and Aft Adjustment—Move the lever on the side
of the seat outward, slide the seat to the desired position
and release the lever to lock the seat into position.
Deluxe Seat Adjustments (Fig. 10)
Fore and Aft Adjustment—Pull the handle on the left
side of the seat assembly outward. Release the handle to
lock the seat position.
Operator Weight Adjustment—Turn the knob
clockwise to increase tension, counterclockwise to
decrease tension.
Figure 10
1. Fore and aft lever
2. Weight adjustment lever
Cutting Unit Lock-up Lever (Fig. 11)—Locks the rear
cutting unit in the raised position.
Figure 11
1. Cutting unit lock-up lever
Fuel Valve (Fig. 12)—Close the fuel valve (located
under the fuel tank) when storing the machine.
Figure 12
1. Fuel valve
Controls
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1
1
1

STARTING AND STOPPING THE
ENGINE
1. Be sure the parking brake is set and the PTO switch
is in the DISENGAGED position.
2. Remove your foot from the traction pedal and make
sure the pedal is in the neutral position.
3. Move the choke lever to ON when starting a cold
engine—and the throttle lever to the half-throttle
position.
4. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it
clockwise to start the engine. Release the key when
the engine starts. Regulate the choke to keep the
engine running smoothly.
IMPORTANT, To prevent overheating the
starter motor, do not engage the starter longer
than 10 seconds. After 10 seconds of continuous
cranking, wait 60 seconds before engaging the
starter again.
5. When starting the engine for the first time, or after
overhauling the engine, operate the machine in
forward and reverse for one to two minutes. Also
operate the lift lever and PTO switch to be sure all
parts operate correctly.
Turn the steering wheel to the left and right to
check steering response. Then shut off the engine
and check for oil leaks, loose parts and any other
noticeable malfunctions.
6. To stop the engine, move the throttle downward to
the IDLE position, move the PTO switch to OFF
and turn the ignition key to OFF. Remove the key
from the switch to prevent accidental starting.
7. Set the parking brake.
8. Close the fuel valve before storing the machine.
OPERATING THE POWER TAKE
OFF (PTO)
The power take off (PTO) switch engages and
disengages power to the electric clutch.
Engaging the PTO
1. Release the parking brake.
2. Release pressure on the traction pedal to stop
movement.
3. To engage, lift the cover and move the PTO switch
forward to the “ON” position.
Disengaging the PTO
Closing the cover moves the PTO switch to the “OFF”
(disengaged) position.
DRIVING FORWARD OR
BACKWARD
Place the throttle control in the 3/4 position for best
performance.
Forward
1. To go forward, place your foot on the traction pedal.
2. Release the parking brake.
3. Slowly press on the upper pad of the traction
control to move forward.
Backward
1. To go backward, place your foot on the traction
pedal.
2. Release the parking brake.
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Operation
Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts
to stop before checking for oil leaks, loose parts
and other malfunctions.
CAUTION

3. Slowly press on the lower pad of the traction pedal
to move rearward.
CHECK OPERATION OF
INTERLOCK SWITCHES
1. With the operator off the seat, the traction pedal in
neutral and the PTO switch in the disengage
position, the engine should start. If either the
traction pedal is depressed or the PTO switch is
engaged, the engine should stop. Correct the
problem if the system is not operating properly.
2. With the operator in the seat, the parking brake
engaged and the engine running, depress the
traction pedal either forward or reverse. The engine
should stop. Correct the problem if the system is not
operating properly.
3. With the operator in the seat, the parking brake
engaged and engine running, lower the cutting units
to the ground. Engage the PTO switch, the electric
clutch on the engine should engage. Raise the
cutting units, the PTO switch should disengage.
Correct the problem if the system is not operating
properly.
IMPLEMENT LIFT LEVER
Raising Attachments
Pull the implement lift lever rearward to raise an
attachment to the desired height.
Lowering Attachments
Push the implement lift lever forward to lower the
attachment.
NOTE: Hold the lift lever in the down position for 1–2
seconds after the attachment is down to allow the
attachment to float with changes in ground contour.
PUSHING OR TOWING THE
MACHINE
In an emergency, the traction unit can be pushed or
towed for a very short distance. TORO does not
recommend this as standard procedure.
IMPORTANT: Do not push or tow the traction unit
faster than 3 to 5 kmh because the transmission may
be damaged. If the traction unit must be moved a
considerable distance, transport it on a truck or
trailer.
1. To push or tow forward, the traction pedal must be
fully depressed forward.
2. To push or tow in reverse, the traction pedal must
be fully depressed in reverse.
TRAINING PERIOD
Before mowing with the Grounds Pro 2000, The TORO
Company suggests you find a clear area and practice
starting and stopping, raising and lowering the cutting
units, turning, etc. This training period will be beneficial
in gaining confidence in the performance of the Grounds
Pro 2000.
BEFORE MOWING
Inspect the area for debris and clear the area. Determine
the direction in which the area was last mowed. (Always
mow in an alternate pattern from the previous mowing,
so that the grass blades will be less apt to lay down and
therefore be difficult to gather between the reel blades
and bedknife.)
OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS
Practice operating the Grounds Pro 2000 and become
thoroughly familiar with it. Because of its hydrostatic
transmission, its characteristics differ from many turf
Operation
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Do not disconnect the safety switches because they are
for the operator’s protection. Check switch operation
daily to be sure the system is operating correctly. If a
switch is not operating correctly, replace it before
operating the machine. Replace the switches every two
years to be sure of maximum safety.
CAUTION

maintenance machines. Issues to consider when
operating are the traction drive, engine speed and the
load on the cutting units. Regulate the traction pedal to
keep engine rpm high and somewhat constant while
mowing to maintain adequate power for the traction and
cutting units.
Follow operating guidelines presented in this manual and
know how to operate the machine safely on all types of
terrain. Use the slope gauge, page 34, to determine slope
angles of questionable areas. Hills (or slopes) over 15
degrees should be traversed or mowed up and down, not
side to side and hills over 20 degrees should generally be
avoided unless special safeguards, skills and conditions
exist.
Always plan well ahead to avoid the need for sudden
stops, starts or turns. To stop, use the reverse pedal for
braking. Before stopping the engine, disengage all
controls, move the throttle to IDLE, and set the parking
brake.
CAUTION: This product may exceed noise levels of 85
dB(A) at the operator position. Ear protectors are
recommended for prolonged exposure to reduce the
potential of permanent hearing damage.
TRANSPORT OPERATION
Be sure the lift arms are fully raised and the transport
bracket is installed and secured with the retainer (Fig.
13). Also, lock the rear cutting unit in the raised position
(Fig. 14).
While operating on slopes and uneven terrain, always
reduce speed and use extreme caution before turning to
reduce risk of tipping or losing control. Watch carefully
and avoid holes in the terrain, sudden drop-offs and other
hazards. To prevent costly damage and down time,
familiarize yourself with the width of the Grounds Pro
2000. Do not attempt to pass between immovable objects
placed close together.
Figure 13
1. Transport bracket
Figure 14
1. Rear cutting unit lock-up lover
INSPECTION AND CLEAN-UP
AFTER MOWING
After mowing, thoroughly wash the machine with a
garden hose—without a nozzle—so excessive water
pressure will not cause contamination and damage seals
and bearings.
Note: Do not spray water directly onto a hot engine or
hot bearings.
Make sure the cooling fins and the area around the
engine air intake are kept free of dirt or grass clippings.
After cleaning, inspect the machine for possible
hydraulic fluid leaks, damage or wear to hydraulic and
mechanical components. Check the cutting units for
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sharpness and correct reel-to-bedknife adjustment.
CUTTING UNIT
CHARACTERISTICS
The single-knob bedknife adjustment system simplifies
the procedure for delivering optimum mowing
performance. The precise adjustment possible gives the
control to provide a continual self-sharpening action—
thus maintaining sharp cutting edges, good quality of
cut, and greatly reduced need for routine backlapping.
Also, the rear roller positioning system permits optimum
bedknife attitude and location for varying heights of cut
and turf conditions.
DAILY CUTTING UNIT
ADJUSTMENTS
Before each day’s mowing, or as needed, check each
cutting unit to verify correct bedknife-to-reel contact. Do
this even though quality of cut is acceptable.
1. Shut off the engine and lower the cutting units onto
a hard surface.
2. Slowly turn the reel in the reverse direction,
listening for reel-to-bedknife contact. If no contact
is evident, turn the bedknife adjusting knob
clockwise, one click at a time, until you feel or hear
light contact.
3. If you feel excessive contact, turn the bedknife
adjusting knob counterclockwise, one click at a
time, until no contact is evident. Then turn the knob
one click at a time clockwise, until light contact is
felt and heard.
IMPORTANT: Light contact is preferred at all
times, otherwise bedknife and reel edges will not
self-sharpen. If excessive contact is maintained,
bedknife and reel wear will accelerate. Uneven
wear can result, adversely affecting quality of
cut.
Note: As the reel blades run against the bedknife, a
slight burr will appear on the front cutting edge
surface over the full length of the bedknife.
Occasionally running a file across the front edge to
remove this burr will improve cutting.
After extended running, a ridge will eventually develop
at both ends of the bedknife. These must be rounded off
or filed flush with the cutting edge of bedknife to assure
smooth operation.
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Maintenance Procedure Maintenance Interval & Service
✝Initial break in at 8 hours
‡Initial break in at 50 hours
De-carbon the combustion chamber
Torque head bolts and adjust valves
Service the spark plugs
Change hydraulic fluid
‡Check engine RPM (idle and full throttle)
Maintenance Schedule
Replace moving hoses
Replace safety switches
Fuel tank—drain and flush
Replace the fuel filter
Hydraulic tank—drain and flush
Replace the hydraulic filter
Adjust the clutch
Change the hydraulic fluid filter
Service the air filter cartridge
✝ Change the engine oil filter
✝ Torque the wheel lug nuts
Replace the fuel filter
✝ Change the engine oil
Service the air filter pre cleaner
✝ Check alternator fan belt tension
Check battery fluid /connections
Lubricate grease fittings Every
400
hours
Every
800
hours
Every
200
hours
Every
100
hours
Every
50
hours
Every
25
hours
Recommendations
Items are recommended every 2000 hours
or 2 years, whichever occurs first.
Daily Maintenance Checklist
✓Safety Interlock Operation
✓Brake Operation
✓Engine Oil & Fuel Level
✓Air Filter Pre-cleaner
✓Unusual Engine Noises
✓Unusual Operating Noises
✓Hydraulic System Oil Level
✓Hydraulic Hoses for Damage
✓Fluid Leaks
✓Tire Pressure
✓Instrument Operations
✓Reel-to-Bedknife Adjustment
✓Height-of-Cut Adjustment
✓Cutting Unit Belt Adjustment
Maintenance