Toro 04130 Greensmaster 500 User manual
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The GREENSMASTER 500was developed to provide an efficient trouble free method of mowing high quality turf
on the finest greens. The latest concepts of engineering, design and safety have been incorporated into this
machine, along with the highest quality parts and workmanship. Excellent service will be derived if proper operation
and maintenance practices are followed.
ou know, since you have purchased the industry leader in mowing excellence, that future performance and
dependability are of prime importance. TORO also is concerned about future use of the machine and of safety to the
user. Therefore, this manual must be read by you and those involved with the GREENSMASTER 500 to make sure
that safety, proper setĆup, operation and maintenance procedures are followed at all times. The major sections of
the manual are:
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Safety, mechanical and some general information in this manual are emphasized. , and
identify safety messages. Whenever the triangle safety symbol appears, it is followed by a safety
message that must be read and understood. For more details concerning safety, read the safety instructions on
pages 4 and 5. identifies special mechanical information and identifies general information
worthy of special attention.
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
In some places a spark arrester muffler must be used because of local, state or federal regulations. The spark
arrester available from your local Toro Distributor is approved by the United States Department of Agriculture and
the United States Forest Service.
Spark Arrester KitPart No. 98-3426
When the mower is used or operated on any California forest, brush or grass covered land, a properly operating
spark arrester must be attached to the muffler. The operator is violating state law, Section 442 Public Resources
Code if a spark arrester is not used.
If help concerning set up, operation, maintenance or safety is ever needed, contact your local Authorized TORO
Distributor. In addition to genuine TORO replacement parts, the distributor also has optional equipment for the
complete line of TORO turf care equipment. Keep your Toro all TORO. Buy genuine TORO parts and accessories.
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Add Engine Oil 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fill Fuel Tank 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Transaxle Oil Level 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting Height-of-cut 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reel To Bedknife Adjustment 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjust Rear Roller Scraper 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Cutting Unit Alignment 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Grass Catcher 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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15-16. . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting And Stopping 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transport Operation 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mowing Operation 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Prior To Mowing 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Method Of Mowing 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Controls 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
After Mowing 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Grease Fittings 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Greasing Traction Clutch 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Linkage Pivot Points 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Removal And Installation Of Cutting Unit 19. . . . .
Removing Yoke Assembly 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Care 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing Engine Oil 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Traction Drive Belt Adjustment 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clutch Adjustment 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cutting Unit Chain Adjustment 20. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reel Bearing Adjustment 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Backlap Operation 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reel And Bedknife Grinding 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning Mower 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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BACK CO ER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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The Greensmaster 500 is designed and tested to offer
safe service. However, improper use or maintenance
by the operator or owner of the machine can still result
in injury. To reduce the potential for any injury, comply
with the following safety instructions.
Operate the machine only after reading and
understanding the contents of this manual. A
replacement manual is available by sending the
complete model and serial number to:
The Toro Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue outh
Bloomington, MN 55420-1196
Never allow children, or adults unfamiliar with its
operation, to operate the machine. Keep everyone,
especially children and pets away from the area of
operation.
Become familiar with the controls and know how to
stop the engine quickly.
Keep all shields, safety devices and decals in
place. If a shield, safety device or decal is defective or
damaged, repair or replace it before operating the
machine.
Always wear substantial shoes. Do not operate
machine while wearing sandals, tennis shoes or
sneakers. Do not wear loose fitting clothing which
could get caught in moving parts and cause personal
injury.
Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes, long pants
and a helmet is advisable and required by some local
safety and insurance regulations.
Be sure work area is clear of objects which might
be picked up and thrown by the reel.
Keep everyone, especially children and pets, away
from the areas of operation.
ince gasoline is highly flammable, handle it
carefully.
. Use an approved gasoline container.
Do not remove cap from fuel tank when
engine is hot or running.
Do not smoke while handling gasoline.
Fill fuel tank outdoors and not over one inch
(25 mm) from the top of the tank, not the filler
neck. Do not overfill.
Wipe up any spilled gasoline.
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Do notrun the engine in a confined area without
adequate ventilation. Exhaust fumes are hazardous
and could be deadly.
Always stand behind the handle when starting and
operating the machine.
To start and stop the engine only:
Open fuel valve.
. Verify that traction clutch bail on handle is in
DI ENGAGE position.
Move ON/OFF switch to ON position.
Move choke to full choke position (cold
start, if required) and throttle to half-open
position.
Pull starter rope to start engine.
Open choke after engine starts.
Move throttle to LOW and on/off switch to
OFF position to stop engine.
To transport mower from one area to another:
. Disengage the reel drive knob on
transmission.
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Make sure traction clutch bail on handle is
disengaged and start engine.
Press down on handle to raise front of
mower and engage traction drive clutch bail. To
engage traction drive bail, move bail sideways to
clear latch, then upward.
To begin mowing operation:
Move ON/OFF switch to OFF position.
Disengage traction drive clutch bail.
Pull reel knob fully out to engage reel drive.
tart engine. Control starts and stops when
the clutch control bail is raised or released.
Before emptying basket of clippings, release
clutch control bail to disengage position. Move
ON/OFF switch to OFF position.
Do not touch engine, muffler or exhaust pipe while
engine is running or soon after it is stopped because
these areas could be hot enough to cause burns.
If the cutting unit strikes a solid object or vibrates
abnormally, stop immediately, turn engine off, wait for
all motion to stop and inspect for damage. A damaged
reel or bedknife must be repaired or replaced before
operation is continued.
Whenever machine is left unattended be sure
engine is stopped and cutting unit reel is not spinning.
Close fuel shut-off valve if machine is to be unused for
an extended period of time.
Bef re servicing r making adjustments t the
machine, st p the engine and pull wire ff spark plug t
prevent accidental starting f the engine.
T make sure entire machine is in g d c nditi n,
keep all nuts, b lts screws, belts and chains pr perly
tightened.
If maj r repairs are ever needed r if assistance is
desired, c ntact an Auth rized TORO Distribut r.
T reduce p tential fire hazard, keep the engine
area free f excessive grease, grass, leaves and
accumulati ns f dirt.
If the engine must be running t perf rm a
maintenance adjustment, keep hands, feet, cl thing
and any part f the b dy away fr m the cutting unit and
any m ving parts. Keep every ne away.
D n t verspeed the engine by changing the
g vern r settings. Maximum engine speed is 3000
rpm. T assure safety and accuracy, have an
Auth rized T r Distribut r check maximum engine
speed with a tach meter.
Engine must be shut ff bef re checking il r
adding il t the crankcase.
Check perf rmance f clutch bail perati n daily.
D n t defeat this system. It is f r y ur pr tecti n.
T be sure f ptimum perf rmance and safety,
always purchase genuine TORO replacement parts
and access ries. Replacement parts and access ries
made by ther manufacturers c uld be danger us.
Such use c uld v id the pr duct warranty f The T r
C mpany.
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