Toro 70082 User manual
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Than you for purchasing a Toro product.
All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied
with your new product, so feel free to contact your
local Authorized Service Dealer for help with service,
genuine replacement parts, or other information you
may require.
Whenever you contact your Authorized Service DealĆ
er or the factory, always now the model and serial
numbers of your product. These numbers will help
the Service Dealer or Service Representative provide
exact information about your specific product. You
will find the model and serial number plate located in
a unique place on the product as shown below.
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2363
1. Model and Serial Number Plate (on left frame)
For your convenience, write the product model and
serial numbers in the space below.
Model No:
Serial No.
Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product correctly. Reading this
manual will help you and others avoid personal injuĆ
ry and damage to the product. Although we design,
produce and mar et safe, stateĆofĆtheĆart products,
you are responsible for using the product properly
and safely. You are also responsible for training perĆ
sons, who you allow to use the product, about safe
operation.
The warning system in this manual identifies potenĆ
tial hazards and has special safety messages that
help you and others avoid personal injury, even
death. DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION are signal
words used to identify the level of hazard. However,
regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.
signals an extreme hazard that will cause
serious injury or death if the recommended precauĆ
tions are not followed.
signals a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if the recommended precautions are
not followed.
signals a hazard that may cause minor or
moderate injury if the recommended precautions are
not followed.
Two other words are also used to highlight informaĆ
tion. Important" calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note" emphasizes general informaĆ
tion worthy of special attention.
The left and right side of the machine is determined
by sitting on the seat in the normal operator's posiĆ
tion.
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
P ge P ge
Introduction 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
S fety 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Slope Ch rt 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
S fety Dec ls nd Instructions 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specific tions 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loose P rts 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SetĆUp Instructions 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inst ll Front Wheels 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inst ll Steering Wheel 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inst ll Se t 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Activ ting nd Ch rging B ttery 11. . . . . . . .
Fill Cr nkc se With Oil 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fill Fuel T nk With G soline 12. . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Tire Pressure 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oper tion 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
St rting 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stopping 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bre kĆIn 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using P rking Br ke 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting HeightĆofĆCut 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oper ting Procedure 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side Disch rging or B gging 15. . . . . . . . . . .
Gr ss Deflector 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recycler Rider Tips 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
M inten nce Interv l Ch rt 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
M inten nce 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gre se Front Axle Spindles nd Wheels 18.
Lubric te Pivot Points 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check/Ch nge Cr nkc se Oil 19. . . . . . . . . .
Servicing Air Cle ner 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Repl cing Sp rk Plug 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dr ining G soline From Fuel T nk 20. . . . . . .
Servicing Cutter Bl de 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing/lnst lling Cutting Unit 22. . . . . . . .
Repl cing Bl de Drive Belt 22. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting Bl de Drive Belt 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Repl cing Tr ction Drive Belt 23. . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting Front Wheel Alignment 24. . . . . . . .
Adjusting Br ke 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Leveling Cutting Unit 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting Ge r Shift Neutr l Position 25. . . .
Checking Interlock System 25. . . . . . . . . . . . .
W shing Underside of Mower 26. . . . . . . . . .
Stor ge 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wiring Di gr m 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
W rr nty B ck Cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is su lied for California
Emission Control Regulation information on emission systems,
maintenance and warranty.
Kee this engine Owner's Manual with your unit. Should this enĆ
gine Owner's Manual become damaged or illegible, re lace imĆ
mediately. Re lacements may be ordered through the engine
manufacturer.
This machine is capable of amputating hands
and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury
and damage. KNOW the controls and how to stop
machine quickly. READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL
and instructions furnished with attachments. Read,
understand, and obey all safety messages appearĆ
ing on the machine and in the operator's manual.
LEARN from your operator's manual and from careĆ
ful E PERIENCE how to operate your equipment
correctly. Know your machine's limitations.
Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away
from attachment discharge area, underside of mowĆ
er deck or any moving parts while engine is running.
The use of drugs or alcohol while operating any
equipment will place your safety in peril. Do not atĆ
tempt operation of this machine while taking drugs
or medication or while drinking alcoholic beverages.
Only responsible persons with mature judgment
and proper physical capabilities should be allowed
to operate this machine, and only after instruction in
the proper use of this equipment.
Do not allow children to operate machine.
Do not carry passengers.
The purpose of this machine is to perform work.
This equipment is not intended for sport or recreĆ
ation.
Do not mow when people or pets are around.
Clear work area of objects (wire, rocks, etc.)
which might be picked up and thrown.
Take all possible precautions when leaving veĆ
hicle unattended; disengage powerĆtakeĆoff, lower
attachments, shift into neutral, set parking brake,
stop engine and remove key.
Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadĆ
ways.
Machine and attachments should be stopped
and inspected for damage after striking a foreign
object. Damage should be repaired before restarting
and operating equipment.
Do not change engine governor settings or
over-speed engine.
Wear appropriate protective clothing when operĆ
ating equipment. Long pants and substantial footĆ
wear are essential. Do not operate with bare feet or
open sandals.
Do not operate equipment unless properly
seated with feet on footrests or pedals.
Keep your eyes and mind on your machine, atĆ
tachment and the working area. Do not let other inĆ
terests distract you.
Safety switches are intended to stop or prevent
starting of engine to help prevent accidents.
OPERATOR SHOULD TAKE PRECAUTIONS AND
NOT RELY ENTIRELY ON SAFETY SWITCH(ES).
Check switches for proper operation before each
use.
Care should be used not to touch equipment or
attachment parts which may be hot from operation.
Muffler and nearby areas may exceed 150_ F. Allow
cooling to occur before attempting to maintain, adĆ
just or service.
Use of stereo headphones, ear protection or othĆ
er sound altering/dampening devices may limit your
ability to hear warning sounds (horns, shouts, etc.).
Handle gasoline with care. It is highly flammable.
Use approved gasoline container. Place containĆ
er out of reach of children.
Use gasoline only as a fuel Ċ never as a cleaner.
Never remove fuel cap or add gasoline to a runĆ
ning or hot engine, or an engine that has not been
allowed to cool for several minutes after running.
Never fill fuel tank indoors. Wipe up spilled gasoĆ
line.
Open doors if engine is run in garage Ċ exhaust
fumes are dangerous. Do not run engine indoors.
Do not fill machine with gasoline while smoking
or when near open flame or sparks.
Never store equipment with gasoline in the tank
inside a building where fumes may reach an open
flame or spark.
Allow engine to cool before storing in any encloĆ
sure.
To reduce fire hazard, keep engine and attachĆ
ments free of grass, leaves or excessive grease.
Battery acid is a poison and can cause burn.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothes and proĆ
tect your face, eyes and clothing when working
around the battery.
Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarette,
sparks and flames away from battery.
It is recommended that first operation of equipĆ
ment be done at a slow speed with attachment disĆ
engaged. Continue this practice until operator is
thoroughly familiar with the controls and has develĆ
oped operating skills.
Disengage all attachment clutches, set parking
brake and shift into neutral before attempting to start
engine.
Disengage power to attachment(s), set parking
brake and stop engine before leaving operator posiĆ
tion.
Disengage power to attachment(s) and stop enĆ
gine before making any repairs or adjustments.
Disengage power to attachment(s) when transĆ
porting or not in use.
Disengage attachment clutch before attempting
to remove the mower from a hole or other obstrucĆ
tion.
Disengage power to attachment(s) before backĆ
ing. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necesĆ
sary and then only after careful observation of the
entire area behind the machine.
LOOK behind machine to make sure the area is
clear before placing the machine in reverse and conĆ
tinue looking behind while backing.
Always back up loading ramps and tilt bed trailĆ
ers.
The parking brake is designed to hold machine
in place at rest, with engine off. Parking brake will
not restrain machine with engine running and transĆ
axle engaged.
Know the terrain on which you are operating
your equipment. There are areas on which your
equipment cannot be safely operated.
Avoid operating equipment on hillsides, slopes
or rough terrain. DO NOT operate machine on hillĆ
sides or slopes exceeding 15_ (27% grade). If safety
is in doubt TAY OFF THE LOPE.
Reduce speed and exercise extreme caution on
slopes above 10_ (18% grade) to prevent tipping or
loss of control. Never mow uphill on these slopes Ċ
mow downhill only. If a steep hill must be ascended,
back up the hill, and drive forward down the hill,
keeping machine in gear. If necessary to turn on hill,
always turn downhill.
Mow up and down the face of slopes greater
than 5_ (9% grade), never across the face. Be espeĆ
cially cautious when changing directions on all
slopes.
Operate your machine smoothly and at a ground
speed slow enough to ensure complete control at all
times. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed.
harp turns on any terrain may cause loss of
control. Reduce speed and use caution when makĆ
ing sharp turns.
Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill
or downhill. Avoid uphill starts. If machine is stopped
going up a slope, turn the attachment off and back
slowly down the slope keeping the machine in gear.
Do not stop or change gears (speed) on slopes.
Know the terrain on which you are working. Find
hidden obstacles by walking through and inspecting
the area prior to operating your equipment in that
area. Plainly mark obstacles, such as rocks, ruts or
holes and stay well clear of these obstacles when
operating.
While operating, stay alert for holes, rocks or
roots, which may cause damage to equipment or
upset. Keep at least 3 ft. away from dropĆoffs,
ditches, creeks, culverts, washouts and public highĆ
ways.
Exercise care when mowing around a fixed obĆ
ject to prevent the equipment or attachment from
striking the object. When mowing, never deliberately
run over any foreign object.
Areas wet with dew, rain or snow will be more
slippery than when dry. Areas covered with loose
gravel are more slippery than firm, dry ground.
Greater stopping distances are required in these
slippery areas.
Learn to expect changes in operating conditions.
Adding or removing attachments or weight to your
equipment will make your machine perform differentĆ
ly. Rain, snow, loose gravel, wet grass, etc., change
the tractive conditions of the terrain, requiring
changes in your operating technique, which may
include a decision not to operate on that terrain.
Use care when pulling loads or using heavy
equipment.
A. Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
B. Limit loads to those you can safely control.
C. Do not turn sharply. Use care when backing.
D. Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights when
suggested in operator's manual.
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