Toro 03530 User manual

To understand this product, and for safety and
optimum performance, read this manual before
starting the engine. Pay special attention to
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS highlighted by this
symbol.
It means CAUTION, WARNING or DAN-
GER—personal safety instruction. Failure to
comply with the instruction may result in per-
sonal injury.
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
FORM NO. 3318-590 GB Rev A
MODEL NO. 03530—60001 & UP
MODEL NO. 03531—60001 & UP
REELMASTER®5300-D
®

©The TORO COMPANY—1995

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Table of Contents
This operator's manual has instructions on safety, operation, and maintenance.
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 safe-
ty message that follows. “IMPORTANT” highlights special mechanical information and “NOTE” emphasizes
general product information worthy of special attention.
IDENTIFICATION AND ORDERING
MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER
The model and serial number for the traction unit is on a plate that is mounted on the left front frame member.
The model and serial number for the cutting unit is on a plate that is mounted on the top front of the center cut-
ting unit. Use model and serial number in all correspondence and when ordering parts.
To order replacement parts from an authorized TORO Distributor, supply the following information:
1. Model and serial numbers of the machine.
2. Part number, description and quantity of parts desired.
NOTE: Do not order by reference number if a parts catalog is being used; use the part number.
Page
Safety 3
Specifications 9
Before Operating 11
Controls 13
Operating 17
Maintenance 28

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Safety
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 respon-
sible 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;
– 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 dissipat-
ed.
• 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 neu-
tral.
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 tra-
vailing downhill;
• machine speeds should be kept low on
slopes and during tight turns;
• stay alert for bumps and hollows and other
hidden hazards;

Safety
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• 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 revers-
ing.
• Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights
when suggested in the instruction hand-
book.
7. Watch out for traffic when crossing or near road-
ways.
8. Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces
other than grass.
9. When using any attachments, never direct dis-
charge 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
excessive speeds may increase the hazard of per-
sonal 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 trans-
porting 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 opera-
tor’s position.
• before clearing blockages;
• before checking, cleaning or working on
the lawnmower;
• after striking a foreign object. Inspect the
lawnmower for damage and make repairs
before restarting and operating the equip-
ment.
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 mov-
ing 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.

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Safety
Sound & Vibration Levels
Sound Levels
This unit has an equivalent continuous A-weighted
sound pressure at the operator ear of: 89.5 dB(A),
based on measurements of identical machines per
84/538/EEC.
This unit has a sound power level of 103.5
dB(A)/1pW, based on measurements of identical
machines per procedures outlined in Directive
79/113/EEC and amendments.
Vibration Levels
This unit has a vibration level of 2.5 m/s2at the pos-
terior, based on measurements of identical machines
per ISO 2631 procedures.
This unit does not exceed a vibration level of 0.5
m/s2at the posterior based on measurements of iden-
tical machines per ISO 2631 procedures.

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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
Symbol Glossary

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Safety
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

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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
Safety

Engine: Mitsubishi three-cylinder, liquid-cooled
diesel. 20.9 kW (28 hp) @ governed maximum rpm
of 3200; 1,318 cc (80.4 cu. in.) displacement
Heavy-duty, 3-stage, remote-mounted air cleaner.
High water temperature shutdown switch.
Cooling System: Radiator capacity is 7.1 l (7.5 qt.)
of 50/50 mixture of ethylene glycol anti-freeze.
Remote mounted .9 l (1 qt.) expansion tank. A two-
speed fan drive controls air flow.
Fuel System: Fuel tank capacity is 37.9 l (10 gal.)
of #2 diesel fuel. 12-volt, electric fuel pump with
replaceable fuel filter. Equipped with a fuel
filter/water separator to capture water in the fuel.
Traction System: Foot pedal controls forward/
reverse ground speed. Ground speed: 0–16.1 kmh
(0–10 m.p.h.) forward and 0–6.4 kmh (0-4 mph)
reverse. Hydrostatic transmission mounted directly
on a 20.9:1 ratio front axle. Axle/reservoir capacity
is 4.7 l (5 qts). Replaceable filter mounted directly
on transmission housing. Model 03531 only:
Mechanical rear axle is coupled to the front axle by a
drive shaft and overrunning clutch.
Cutting Unit Drive System: Hydraulic reel motors
feature quick disconnects to ease removal/installa-
tion on cutting units. Hydraulic fluid reservoir
capacity is 32.2 l (8.5 gal.). System protected by a
filter assembly with service indicator.
Seat: Deluxe high-back seat with adjustable fore
and aft travel, weight and height. Tool box at the left
side of the seat.
Steering System: Power steering with dedicated
power source.
Tires: Two rear tires: 19 x 8.50-8, tubeless, 4-ply rat-
ing. Two front tires: 26 x 12.00-12 tubeless, 4-ply
rating. Recommended tire pressure for the front and
rear tires is 69–103 kPa (10–15 psi).
Brakes: Individual drum-type wheel brakes on the
front traction wheels. Brakes controlled by individ-
ual pedals operated by the left foot. Hydrostatic
braking through traction drive.
Electrical System: Automotive type electrical sys-
tem. 12-volt, maintenance free battery with 530 cold
cranking Amps @ –18°C (0° F) and 85 minute
reserve capacity @ 29° C (85° F). 40-amp alternator
with I.C. regulator/rectifier. Seat switch, reel and
traction interlock switches. An electronic controller
monitors and controls safety and operational func-
tions.
Controls: Foot-operated traction and brake pedals.
Hand-operated throttle, traction speed control lever,
parking brake lock, ignition switch with automatic
preheat cycle, single joy stick control for cutting unit
on/off and lift/lower. Cutting unit backlap switch and
reel speed controls located under the operator seat.
Gauges: Hour meter, speedometer, fuel gauge, tem-
perature gauge. 4 warning lamps: oil pressure, water
temperature, amps and glow plug.
General Specifications (approx.):
Width-of-Cut : 241 cm (95 in.)
Overall Width:
Transport 220 cm (87 in.)
Outside of tires 208 cm (82 in.)
Overall Length:
Without grass baskets: 263 cm (103.5 in.)
With grass baskets: 294 cm (116 in.)
Height:
With Rollover protector: 214 cm (84.5 in.)
Without 142 cm (56 in.)
Recommended Height-of-Cut:
5-Blade Cutting Unit: 1–1.9cm (1/2–3/4 in.)
8-Blade Cutting Unit: 0.4–1.6 cm (1/4–5/8 in.)
Weight: Model 03502 821 kg (2,200 lbs.)*
Model 03504 952 kg (2,550 lbs.)*
Model 03530 868 kg (2,325 lbs.)*
Model 03531 998 kg (2,675 lbs.)*
*With 8-Blade Cutting Units, baskets & full
fluid levels
Optional Equipment
5-Blade Cutting Unit, Model No. 03505
8-Blade Cutting Unit, Model No. 03508
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Specifications

Grass Basket Kit, Model No. 03513
Rear Weight Kit, Part No. 75-6690
Rear Roller Scraper Kit, Model No. 03512
Front Roller Scraper Kit, Model No. 83-5400
High Height-of-Cut Kit, Model No. 83-5300
Scraper/Comb Kit, Model No. 03518
Armrest Kit, Model No. 30707
Front Scraper, HHOC Kit P/N 82-6920
Thatcher Unit, Model No. 03516
Precleaner Bowl Extension Tube, Part No. 43-3810
(Clamp, Part No. 20-4840 required to install exten-
sion tube)
4-Wheel Drive Kit, Model No. 03517 (For use with
models 03502, 03530 only)
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Specifications

CHECK THE ENGINE OIL
1. Park the machine on a level surface. Open the
hood.
2. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, then reinstall
it. Remove it again and check the oil level on
the dipstick; The oil level should be up to the
FULL mark.
3. If the oil is below the FULL mark, remove the
fill cap and add SAE 10W-30 CD classification
oil until the level reaches the FULL mark on the
dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL. Crankcase
capacity is 3.8 l with filter.
4. Install the oil fill cap and close the hood.
CHECK THE COOLING SYSTEM
Clean debris from the screen, oil cooler and the front
of the radiator daily, more often if conditions are
extremely dusty and dirty.
The cooling system is filled with a 50/50 solution of
water and permanent ethylene glycol anti-freeze.
Check the level of coolant in the expansion tank each
day before starting the engine. Cooling system
capacity is 9.6 l.
1. Check the level of coolant in the expansion tank.
It should be between the marks on the side of
the tank.
2. If coolant level is low, remove the expansion
tank cap and replenish the system. DO NOT
OVERFILL.
3. Install the expansion tank cap.
FILL THE FUEL TANK
1. Remove the fuel tank cap.
2. Fill the tank to about 2.5 cm (one inch) below
the top of the tank, not the filler neck, with No.
2 diesel fuel. Then install the cap.
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If the engine has been running, pressurized hot
coolant can escape when the radiator cap is
removed and cause burns.
CAUTION
Before Operating
➀
Figure 1
1. Dipstick
➀
Figure 2
1. Oil Fill Cap
➀
Figure 3
1. Expansion Tank

CHECK THE TRANSMISSION
FLUID
The front axle housing acts as the reservoir for the
system. The transmission and axle housing are
shipped from the factory with 4.7 l (5 quarts) of
Mobil 424 engine oil. However, check the level of
transmission oil before first starting the engine and
daily thereafter.
1. Position the machine on a level surface, lower
the cutting units and stop the engine.
2. Remove the access panel behind the foot rest.
3. Unscrew the dipstick cap from the transmission
filler neck and wipe it with a clean cloth. Screw
the dipstick into the filler neck. Remove the
dipstick and check the oil level. If the level is
not within 1.2 cm (1/2 inch) from the groove in
the dipstick, add enough oil to raise it to the
groove mark. DO NOT OVERFILL by more
than .6 cm (1/4 inch) above the groove.
4. Screw the dipstick filler cap finger-tight onto
the filler neck. It is not necessary to tighten the
cap with a wrench.
CHECK THE HYDRAULIC FLUID
The hydraulic system driving the reels is designed to
operate on anti-wear hydraulic fluid. The machine’s
reservoir is filled at the factory with 32.2 l (8.5 gal-
lons) of Mobil 424 hydraulic fluid. Check the level
of hydraulic fluid before the first starting the engine
and daily thereafter.
Group 1 Hydraulic Oil (Recommended for ambi-
ent temperatures consistently below 38° C (100°
F):
ISO type 46/68 anti-wear hydraulic fluid
Mobil Mobil Fluid 424
Amoco Amoco 1000
International Harvester Hy-Tran
Texaco TDH
Shell Donax TD
Union Oil Hydraulic/Tractor Fluid
Chevron Tractor Hydraulic Fluid
BP Oil BP HYD TF
Boron Oil Eldoran UTH
Exxon Torque Fluid
Conoco Power-Tran 3
Kendall Hyken 052
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Before Operating
Because diesel fuel is flammable, use caution when
storing or handling it. Do not smoke while filling
the fuel tank. Do not fill the fuel tank while the
engine is running, hot, or when the machine is in an
enclosed area. Always fill the fuel tank outside and
wipe up any spilled diesel fuel before starting the
engine. Store the fuel in a clean, safety-approved
container and keep the cap in place. Use Diesel fuel
for the engine only; not for any other purpose.
DANGER
➀
Figure 4
1. Fuel Tank Cap
➀
Figure 5
1. Transmission Dipstick Cap

Phillips HG Fluid
Note: Oils within this group are interchange-
able.
Group 2 Hydraulic Oil—Recommended for ambi-
ent temperatures consistently above 21° C (70°
F):
ISO type 68 anti-wear hydraulic fluid
Mobil DTE 26 or DTE 16
Shell Tellus 68
Amoco Rykon Oil 68
Arco Duro AW S-315
Boron Industron 53
BP Oil Energol HLP68
Castrol Hyspin AWS68
Chevron Chevron EP68
Citgo Citgo A/W68
Conoco Super Hydraulic Oil 31
Exxon Nuto H68
Gulf 68AW
Pennzoil AW Hyd Oil 68
Phillips Magnus A315
Standard Industron 53
Texaco Rando HD68
Union Unax AW 315
Note: Oils within this group are inter-
changeable.
IMPORTANT: Two groups of hydraulic oil are
specified to allow optimal operation of the
machine in a wide range of temperatures encoun-
tered. The group 1 oils are a multi-viscosity
hydraulic oil that allow operation at lower tem-
peratures without the increased viscosity associat-
ed with straight viscosity oils.
The Mobil DTE 26 type oils are straight viscosity
oils which remain slightly more viscous at higher
temperatures than the multi-viscosity oils.
Using the Mobil 424-type oils in the higher ambient
temperatures may result in decreased efficiency in
some hydraulic components compared to using the
Mobil DTE 26 type oils.
Using the Mobil DTE 26 type oils in the lower ambi-
ent temperatures may result in harder starting,
increased engine laboring while cold, sluggish or
non-operating valve spools while cold and increased
filter back pressure due to the higher oil viscosity.
Select the set of conditions (either ambient tempera-
tures above 21° C (70° F) or below 38° C (100° F),
and use that type of oil throughout the year, rather
than changing oil types several times per year.
Group 3 Hydraulic Fluid (Biodegradable):
ISO VG 32/46 anti-wear hydraulic fluid
Mobile EAL 224L
Note: This biodegradable hydraulic fluid in this
group is not compatible with the fluids in
group 1 or 2.
Note: When changing from one type of hydraulic
oil to the other, remove all the old oil from
the system, because some brands of one type
are not completely compatible with some
brands of the other type of hydraulic oil. If
you always use Mobil products, the two
types of oil are compatible and interchange-
able.
IMPORTANT: Use only the types of hydraulic
oils specified. Other fluids could cause system
damage.
Note: A red dye additive for the hydraulic system
oil is available in 20 ml bottles. One bottle
is sufficient for 15–22 l of hydraulic oil.
Order Part No. 44-2500 from your
Authorized Toro Distributor
1. Position the machine on a level surface, lower
the cutting units and stop the engine.
2. Clean the area around the filler neck and cap of
the hydraulic tank. Remove the cap from the
filler neck.
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Before Operating

3. Remove the dipstick from the filler neck and
wipe it with a clean cloth. Insert it into the filler
neck; then remove it and check the fluid level.
It should be within 6 mm (1/4 inch) of the mark
on the dipstick.
4. If the level is low, add fluid to raise the level to
the full mark.
5. Install the dipstick and cap onto the filler neck.
CHECK REAR AXLE LUBRI-
CANT (Model 03531 only)
The rear axle has three separate reservoirs which use
SAE 80W-90 weight gear lube. Although the axle is
shipped with lubricant from the factory, check the
level before operating the machine.
1. Position the machine on a level surface.
2. Remove a check plug from each end of axle and
make sure the lubricant is up to bottom of the
hole. If the level is low, remove a mounting
bolt above each end plug and add enough lubri-
cant to bring the level up to the bottom of the
hole
(Fig. 7).
3. Remove the plug in the center of the axle and
check the level. If the level is low, add enough
lubricant to bring it up to the bottom of the hole
(Fig. 5).
CHECK REEL-TO-BEDKNIFE
CONTACT
Each day before operating, check the reel-to-bed-
knife contact, regardless of whether the quality of cut
has been acceptable. There must be light contact
across the full length of the reel and bedknife.
CHECK WHEEL NUT TORQUE
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WARNING
Tighten the wheel nuts to 45-55 lbs after 1–4 hours
of operation and again after 10 hours of operation
and every 250 hours thereafter. Failure to maintain
correct torque could result in failure or loss of a
wheel, which may result in personal injury.
Figure 6
1. Hydraulic Tank Cap
➀
Figure 7.
1. Check Plugs (2) 2. Mounting Bolts
➀
➁
Figure 8.
1. Check/Fill Plug
➀
Before Operating

Seat (Fig. 9)—The seat adjusting lever allows 10 cm
(4 inches) fore and aft adjustment. The seat adjust-
ing knob adjusts the seat for operators’ weight. To
adjust the seat fore and aft, pull lever on the left side
of the seat assembly outward. After moving the seat
to the desired location, release the lever to lock the
seat into position. To adjust for the operator’s
weight, turn spring tension knob—clockwise to
increase tension, counterclockwise to decrease
spring tension.
Traction Pedal (Fig. 10)—Controls forward and
reverse operation. Depress the top of the pedal to
move forward and bottom to move backward.
Ground speed depends on how far the pedal is
depressed. For no load, maximum ground speed, fully
depress the pedal while throttle is in FAST. To stop,
reduce foot pressure on traction pedal and allow it to
return to center position.
Traction Speed Limiter (Fig.10)—Preset this lever
to limit the amount the traction pedal can be
depressed in the forward direction to maintain a con-
stant mowing speed.
Lower Mow / Raise Control Lever (Fig. 11)—The
lever raises and lowers the cutting units and also
starts and stops the reels.
Speedometer (Fig. 11)—Indicates ground speed at
which the machine is traveling.
Fuel Gauge (Fig. 11)—Shows the amount of fuel in
the tank.
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light (Fig. 11)—
Indicates dangerously low engine oil pressure.
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light (Fig.
11)—The light illuminates and the engine shuts
down if the coolant reaches a dangerously high tem-
perature.
Glow Plug Indicator Light (Fig. 11)—When lit,
indicates glow plugs are on.
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Controls
Figure 9
1. Seat adjusting level 2. Seat adjusting knob
➁
➀
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Figure 10
1. Traction pedal
2. Traction speed limiter
3. Reel control light
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Figure 11
1. Lower Mow/Raise Control Lever
2. Speedometer
3. Fuel Gauge
4. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
5. Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
6. Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light.
7. Glow Plug Indicator Light
8. Charge Indicator
9. Key Switch
10. Throttle Control
11. Enable/Disable Switch

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Charge Indicator (Fig. 11)—Illuminates when sys-
tem charging circuit malfunctions.
Key Switch (Fig. 11)—Three positions: OFF,
ON/Preheat and START.
Throttle Control (Fig. 11)—Move the control for-
ward to increase engine speed, rearward to decrease
speed.
Enable/Disable Switch (Fig. 11)—Used in conjunc-
tion with lower mow / raise the control lever to oper-
ate reels.
Reel Control Light (Fig. 11)—When lit, indicates
the machine is being operated in a way in which the
automatic reel speed control cannot obtain the
desired clip.
Backlap Switch (Fig. 12)—Used with lower mow /
raise
con-
trol
lever for backlapping operation.
Height-of-Cut Selector Knob (Fig. 13)—Turning
the knob to the appropriate setting informs the elec-
tronic controller at what height of cut the machine is
being operated so desired clip may be obtained.
Hour Meter (Fig. 13)—Shows the total hours the
machine has been operated.
Brake Pedals (Fig. 14)—Two foot pedals operate
individual wheel brakes for turning assistance, park-
ing and to aid in sidehill traction. A Locking pin
connects the pedals for parking brake operation and
transport.
Parking Brake Latch (Fig. 14)—A knob on the left
side of the console actuates the parking brake lock.
To engage the parking brake, connect the pedals with
the locking pin, push down on both pedals and pull
the parking brake latch out. To release the parking
brake, depress both pedals until the parking brake
latch retracts.
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Figure 12
1. Backlap Switch
Figure 13
1. Height- of-Cut Selector Knob
2. Hour Meter
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Figure 14
1. Brake Pedals
2. Parking Brake Latch
3. Locking Pin
Controls

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STARTING AND STOPPING
IMPORTANT: The fuel system must be bled if
any of the following situations have occurred.
A. Initial start up of a new machine.
B. The engine has ceased running due to lack of
fuel.
C. Maintenance has been performed upon fuel sys-
tem components; i.e., filter replaced, separator
serviced, etc.
Refer to Bleeding The Fuel System
1. Sit on the seat, keeping your foot off the trac-
tion pedal. Assure the parking brake is engaged,
the traction pedal is in NEUTRAL, the throttle
is in the SLOW position and the ENABLE /
DISABLE switch is in the DISABLE position.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/Preheat posi-
tion. An automatic timer will control preheat
for 6 seconds. After preheat, turn the key to
START. CRANK THE ENGINE FOR NO
LONGER THAN 15 SECONDS. Release the
key when the engine starts. If additional preheat
is required, turn the key to OFF then to the
ON/Preheat position. Repeat the process as
needed.
3. Run the engine at idle speed or partial throttle
until the engine warms up.
4. To stop, move all controls to NEUTRAL and
set the parking brake. Return the throttle to the
idle position, turn the key to OFF and remove it
from switch.
BLEEDING THE FUEL SYSTEM
1. Raise the hood over the engine.
2. Loosen the air bleed screw on top of the fuel fil-
ter/water separator (Fig. 15)
3. Turn the key in the ignition switch to ON. The
electric fuel pump will begin operation, forcing
air out around the air bleed screw. Leave the
key in the ON position until a solid stream of
fuel flows out around the screw. Tighten the
screw and turn the key to OFF.
4. Open the air bleed screw on the fuel injection
pump with a 12 mm wrench.
Before servicing or making adjustments to the
machine, stop the engine and remove the key from
the switch.
CAUTION
Operation
Figure 15
1. Air Bleed Screw
Figure 16
1. Fuel injection Pump Bleed Screw
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5. Turn the key in the ignition switch to ON. The
electric fuel pump will begin operation, forcing
air out around the air bleed screw on the fuel
injection pump. Leave the key in the ON posi-
tion until a solid stream of fuel flows out around
the screw. Tighten the screw and turn the key to
OFF.
Note: Normally the engine should start after the
above bleeding procedures. However, if the
engine does not start, air may be trapped
between the injection pump and the injec-
tors; refer to Bleeding Air From The
Injectors.
AUTOMATIC CLIP CONTROL
The 5300-D is equipped with an electronic controller
which is programmed for automatic clip control.
The machine will automatically adjust the reel speed
to attain the desired clip as the traction speed
changes. For the controller to know what clip is
desired, the operator must input the number of blades
on the reels and the height of cut setting of the
machine.
The range of possible reel speeds is a minimum of
about 600 RPM and a maximum of about 1,800
RPM. As long as the desired clip requires a reel
speed within this range, the machine will maintain
the desired clip. If the traction speed is too slow or
too fast to allow the desired clip, the Reel Control
light (on the front control panel) will illuminate,
indicating that the desired clip is not being main-
tained. For example, if the traction speed is zero, the
reels will still run at the minimum speed of about
600 RPM, which will result in a clip smaller than
desired and cause the Reel Control light to illumi-
nate. The ranges of traction speed that will result in
the desired clip are as follows for several of the pos-
sible heights of cut:
SELECTING CLIP RATE
(REEL SPEED)
To achieve a consistent, high quality of cut, and a
uniform after-cut appearance, it is important that the
reel speed be matched to the height of cut. The
machine controller is programmed to automatically
control the reel speed to give the correct clip, even as
the traction speed changes. To control the reel speed
as desired, the controller must know the height of cut
of the machine, and whether the machine is equipped
with 5- or 8-blade reels.
Adjust the height-of-cut selector knob as follows:
1. Set the 5 / 8 blade switch to the setting indicat-
ing the type of cutting units mounted on the
machine.
2. Verify the height-of-cut settings on the cutting
units. Using the column of the chart listing
either 5- or 8-blade reels, look down the chart to
find the height-of-cut listing nearest the actual
height-of-cut setting. Look across the chart to
find the letter corresponding to that height of
cut.
3. Turn the height-of-cut selector knob to the letter
setting determined in step 2.
4. Operate the machine for several days until the
grass being cut is “conditioned” to being
mowed with this machine. Then examine the
cut to ensure satisfaction with the quality of cut.
The height-of-cut knob may be set one position
on either side of the position shown on the chart
to account for differences in grass condition,
grass length removed, and the personal prefer-
ence of the superintendent.
Full Speed—There may be times when it is desir-
able for the reels to run at full speed, regardless of
the traction speed of the machine. Examples of this
are vertical cutting or heavy scalping. In such cases,
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Operating Instructions
No. of Blades
per C.U. Height of Cut Minimum Traction Speed Maximum Traction Speed
8 6 mm (0.25 in.) 1.9 kmh (1.2 mph) 6.4 kmh (4.0 mph)
8 12 mm (0.50 in.) 4.0 kmh (2.5 mph) 12.9 kmh (8.0 mph)
5 12 mm (0.50 in.) 2.7 kmh (1.7 mph) 8 kmh (5.0 mph)
5 2 cm (0.88 in.) 4.3 kmh (2.7 mph) 13.4 kmh (8.3 mph)

the height-of-cut selector knob may be set to position
"A", which will direct the machine controller to run
the reels at full speed at all times. Also, set the
height-of-cut selector knob to position "A" when
troubleshooting the electrical system.
REEL CONTROL LIGHT
The reel control light on the front control panel is
used to tell the operator that the machine controller is
able to achieve the desired clip. If the machine is
operated at a traction speed which is too low or too
high, the machine controller may not be able to set
the reel speed at the required value to achieve the
desired clip. If this occurs, the reel control light will
illuminate.
If the reel control light illuminates, it means one of
the following things:
1. The machine is being operated at a traction
speed too slow to allow desired clip.
2. The machine is being operated at a traction
speed too fast to allow desired clip. To correct
the situation, change the traction speed until the
light goes out.
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Figure 17
1. Height -of- cut selector knob
Operating Instructions
CLIP RATE (REEL SPEED) SELECTIONS CHART
8-Blade Cutting Unit 5-Blade Cutting Unit
Height of Cut Knob
Position Height of Cut Height of Cut Knob Position Height of Cut
A Full Speed A Full Speed
B 6.4 mm B 12.7 mm
C 7.6 mm C 14.0 mm
D 8.9 mm D 15.2 mm
E 10.2 mm E 16.5 mm
F 11.4 mm F 17.8 mm
G 12.7 mm G 19.0 mm
H 14.0 mm H 20.3 mm
I 15.2 mm I 21.6 mm
J 16.5 mm J 22.9 mm
K 17.8 mm K24.0 mm
L19.0 mm L25.4 mm
M20.3 mm M27.0 mm
N21.6 mm N30.0 mm
O22.9 mm O33.0 mm
P24.1 mm P36.0 mm
FULL SPEED—Cutting units always set to full speed in this position.

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Operating Instructions
3. A foreign object, such as a stick, piece of turf,
etc., is stuck in the reel, restricting rotation.
If changing the traction speed does not cause the
light to go out, and the reel control light remains illu-
minated regardless of traction speed, then a service
issue is required. In this case contact your local
authorized Toro Distributor
ADJUSTING LIFT ARM DOWN
PRESSURE
The down pressure spring on each cutting unit lift
arm can be adjusted to compensate for different turf
conditions. Increased down pressure will help keep
the cutting units on the ground when mowing at
higher speeds and helps maintain a uniform height-
of-cut in rough conditions or in areas of thatch build-
up.
Each down pressure spring may be adjusted to one of
four settings. Each increment increases or decreases
down pressure on cutting unit by 3 kg (8 lbs.).
1. Position the machine on a level surface, lower
the cutting units, stop the engine, engage the
parking brakes and remove the key from the
ignition switch.
2. Remove the floor plate in front of the seat and
open the hood to gain access to all (5) springs.
3.
Place an open end wrench on the hex shaft of
the spring bracket.
4. Remove the capscrew and locknut securing
retaining bracket while rotating hex shaft to
relieve spring tension.
5. Move the spring bracket to the desired location
and install the capscrew and locknut, while
turning the hex shaft to relieve spring tension.
TOWING THE TRACTION UNIT
If it becomes necessary to tow the machine, tow it
forward only and at a speed no greater than 16 kmh
(10 mph).
Note: If you exceed these towing limits, severe
damage to the hydrostatic transmission may
occur.
To tow a disabled machine:
1. Loosen and remove the capscrews securing the
drive shaft to the engine. Loosen the capscrews
clamping the drive shaft to transmission
(Fig. 19). Remove the drive shaft.
Important: If the drive shaft is not removed
before towing, the transmission input shaft
will not be able to rotate, not the allowing
transmission to maintain its internal lubrica-
tion. Severe damage to the transmission may
occur.
2. Attach a suitable chain, strap or cable to the
Springs are under tension, use caution when
adjusting.
CAUTION
Figure 18
1. Spring Bracket Hex Shaft
2. Retaining Bracket
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Figure 19
1. Drive shaft
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