Toro 71282 Manual

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Printed in the USA
2001 by The Toro Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420-1196
17-44HXLE
Wheel HorseLawn Tractor
Model No. 71282—Serial No. 210000001 and Up
Model No. 71283—Serial No. 210010001 and Up
Form No. 3324-822 Rev A
Setup Instructions
Loose Parts
Note: Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped.
Description Qty. Use
Front wheel
Shim washer (as required)
Flat washer
Cotter pin
Hub cap
2
2
2
2
2
Installing the front wheels
Spacer
Shim washer (as required)
Rear wheel
Square key
Flat washer
E-ring
Hub cap
2
2
2
2
4
2
2
Installing the rear wheels
Steering wheel
Spirol pin 1 1Installing the steering wheel
Seat
Knob
Flat washer
Wire clip (on seat pin)
1
1
1
1
Installing the seat
Bolt, 1/4 x 3/4 in.
Wing nut 2 2Installing the battery cables
Spring hook 1Installing the lift assist spring
Key 2 Use in the ignition and KeyChoiceswitches.
Operator’s Manual
Engine operator’s manual
Certificate of Conformance
Noise certificate
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Read before operating the tractor.
Registration card 1Fill out and mail the card.

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Installing the Front Wheels
Note: If the wheels are already installed, refer to Checking
the Tire Pressure (below).
1. Install the shim washers onto the axle.
2. Install the wheel onto the axle with the valve stem
facing out.
3. Slide the flat washer onto the axle. Insert the cotter pin
through the axle and bend the ends of the pin apart
(Fig. 1). If the cotter pin does not fit, remove the shim
washer(s) as required.
4. Push the hub cap (Fig. 1) onto the end of the axle.
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Figure 1
1. Flat washer
2. Cotter pin 3. Hub cap
5. Repeat steps 1 through 4 on the opposite side of the
tractor.
6. Grease the wheel bearings until grease comes out of the
bearing seal area.
Installing the Rear Wheels
1. Grease the axle to prevent corrosion.
2. Slide a flat washer, spacer, and shim washer onto the
axle (Fig. 2).
3. Slide the wheel onto the axle. Make certain that the
valve stem is facing out (Fig. 2).
4. Slide the key into the keyway of the axle and wheel hub
(Fig. 2).
5. Slide another flat washer onto the axle and secure it
with the E-ring (Fig. 2). If the E-ring does not fit,
remove the shim washer.
6. Press the hub cap over the washer (Fig. 2).
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Figure 2
1. Axle
2. Spacer
3. Wheel
4. Key
5. Flat washer
6. E-ring
7. Cap
8. Shim washer
Checking the Tire Pressure
Check the front and rear tires for proper inflation. Refer to
Tire Pressure in the Operator’s Manual for the
recommended inflation pressure.
Installing the Steering Wheel
1. Turn the front wheels so that they are facing straight
ahead.
2. Slide the steering wheel over the steering shaft. Line up
the hole in the steering wheel with the hole in the shaft
(Fig. 3). From the seat you should be able to read the
brand logo on the steering wheel.
3. To align the holes, insert a punch or long nail partially
through the holes in the steering wheel and shaft. Then
insert the spirol pin into the hole on the opposite side.
4. Using a hammer, drive the spirol pin in until it is flush
with the outside of the steering wheel (Fig. 3).
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Figure 3
1. Steering wheel 2. Spirol pin

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Installing the Seat
Note: If the seat is already installed, proceed to Activating
the Battery, page 3.
1. Insert the seat switch wire cable through the hole in the
seat base (Fig. 4).
2. Position the seat onto the seat base by inserting the two
shoulder bolts through the key hole openings at the end
of both slots (Fig. 4).
3. Thread the knob and flat washer through the slot and
into the rear center hole in the seat (Fig. 4). Adjust the
seat and tighten the knob.
4. Push the seat switch connector fully into the wire
harness connector (Fig. 4).
5. Secure the seat switch wire cable to the seat base with
the wire clip (Fig. 4).
Note: Check the seat switch wire routing. The wire must
not be pinched in the seat brackets.
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5
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Figure 4
1. Seat
2. Wire and connector
3. Shoulder bolts
4. Knob and flat washer
5. Wire clip
6. Connectors
Activating the Battery
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
Warning
Bulk electrolyte with 1.260 specific gravity must be
purchased from a local battery supply outlet.
Important Never fill the battery with electrolyte while
the battery is installed in the tractor. Electrolyte could be
spilled on other parts and cause corrosion.
1. Remove the battery and battery box from the tractor;
refer to the Operator’s Manual, Removing the Battery.
Danger
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a
deadly poison and causes severe burns.
•Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with
skin, eyes or clothing. Wear safety glasses to
shield your eyes and robber gloves to protect
your hands.
•Fill the battery where clean water is always
available for flushing the skin.
•Follow all instructions and comply with all
safety messages on the electrolyte container.
2. Remove the vent caps from the battery. Slowly pour
electrolyte into each battery cell until the electrolyte
level is up to the Upper line on the battery case (Fig. 5).
Important Do not overfill the battery because
electrolyte (sulfuric acid) can cause severe corrosion and
damage to the chassis.
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Figure 5
1. Vent caps
2. Upper line 3. Lower line

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3. Wait five to ten minutes after filling the battery cells.
Add electrolyte, if necessary, until the electrolyte level
is up to the Upper line (Fig. 5) on the battery case.
4. Reinstall the battery vent caps.
5. Charge the battery for 1 hour at 25 to 30 amps or 6
hours at 4 to 6 amps (Fig. 6). Do not overcharge the
battery.
Charging the battery produces gasses that can
explode.
Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and
flames away from battery.
Warning
6. When the battery is fully charged, unplug the charger
from the electrical outlet, then disconnect the charger
leads from the battery posts (Fig. 6).
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Figure 6
1. Positive post
2. Negative post 3. Charger red (+) wire 4. Charger black (–) wire
7. Install the battery and battery box in the tractor and
connect the battery cables; refer to the Operator’s
Manual, Installing the Battery.
Checking the Oil Level
The tractor is shipped from the factory with oil in the
engine crankcase; however, it may be necessary to add oil.
Refer to the Operator’s Manual, Engine Oil Specifications,
for oil type, viscosity, and crankcase capacity. Add only
enough oil to raise the level to the Full mark on the
dipstick.
Lubricating the Tractor
Make sure all of the necessary points on the tractor are
lubricated; refer to Greasing and Lubrication in the
Operator’s Manual.
Checking the Safety System
Refer to the Operator’s Manual, Testing the Safety System.
Purging the Hydro Transaxle
During shipping and handling air can be introduced into the
hydro transaxle. To achieve proper performance, all trapped
air must be removed.
1. Place the tractor on a flat, level surface.
2. Place the drive control in the Push position (Fig. 7).
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Figure 7
1. Operate position 2. Push position
3. Run the engine at a low idle and move the traction
control pedal forward for five seconds then reverse for
five seconds. Repeat three times.
4. Place the drive control in the Operate position (Fig. 7).
Drive the tractor forward then reverse approximately
five feet. Repeat three times.

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Checking the Hydro Neutral
Position
Ensure that the neutral position is set properly. An
adjustment is required if the tractor moves without the
traction control pedal being depressed.
1. Run the engine at a low idle and move the traction
control pedal forward, then release. Move the traction
control pedal to reverse, then release. If the tractor
moves, proceed as follows:
2. Run the tractor for 5 to 10 minutes to warm the
transaxle.
3. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, stop the
engine, and remove the ignition key.
4. Raise the right rear wheel off of the ground and support
it with a jack stand. Make sure that the left rear wheel
stays on the ground.
Danger
Mechanical or hydraulic jacks may fail to support
the machine and cause a serious injury.
•Use jack stands when supporting the machine.
•Do not use hydraulic jacks.
Note: To gain access to the adjusting puck (Fig. 8), it may
be necessary to remove the tire.
5. Loosen the adjusting puck screw (Fig. 8).
6. Start the engine and run it at full throttle.
7. Rotate the adjusting puck (Fig. 8) in both directions
until you find the midpoint where the axle no longer
rotates forward or reverse.
8. Hold the puck with an adjustable wrench so that it will
not move; then tighten and torque the adjusting puck
screw to 21 to 27 ft.-lb. (28 to 36 N⋅m).
9. Stop the engine and remove the ignition key. Lower the
tractor from the jack stand.
10.Check the adjustment again by repeating step 1.
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Figure 8
1. Adjusting puck screw 2. Adjusting puck
Checking the Traction Control
Pedal
The traction control pedal can be adjusted for optimum
forward and reverse speeds.
1. Loosen the screws below the right footrest. Slide the
pedal forward for faster reverse speed or backward for
faster forward speed (Fig. 9).
2. Tighten the screws and recheck the traction control
pedal.
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Figure 9
1. Traction control pedal 2. Adjusting screws
Test Drive the Tractor
Make sure that all electrical and mechanical systems are
operating properly. See the Operator’s Manual for proper
control function.