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Toro 11-32 Rear Engine Rider User manual

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 ! ! ! $ (         
 ! ! !
$  & (                    
 ! ! ! (                    
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 ! (                    
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 !  # ! (  
" ! !  # ! (   
 ! !! # ! (
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MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
Model and serial numbers identify the rider and
major attachments. Always refer to these numbers
when consulting your dealer or factory about service,
parts or other information. If the model and serial
numbers are removed during repair operations, they
should always be replaced.
The model serial number is located on top right side
of rider, near the rear wheel.
The engine identification numbers are on the engine
shroud and show your rider engine model,
specification or type, and serial numbers.
For your convenience and ready reference, enter the
rider and engine numbers below.
Model No:
Serial No:
Model No:
Serial No:
Type or
Specification No:
Rider Model and Serial No: Engine Identification No:
OWNER REGISTRATION AND WARRANTY
Service and warranty assurance are as important to
Toro Wheel Horse as it is to you. To simplify warranty
service at an Authorized Toro Wheel Horse Dealer,
Toro Wheel Horse requires factory registration. We
supply a registration card with each new rider and
attachment. Either you or your dealer must supply
the required information and mail the card to Toro
Wheel Horse.
Toro WheeI Horse Limited Warranty Statement is on
a hang tag" attached to each product. This
statement describes what items are covered by the
Toro Wheel Horse Limited Warranty, your rights and
obligations, and procedure to obtain warranty
service. Please familiarize yourself with the warranty
statement. We want you to be satisfied with your
Toro Wheel Horse rider; please don't hesitate to
contact us for assistance.
These symbols mark important instructions relating to your personal safety. To avoid possibility
of injury, read and follow such instructions carefully.
DANGER             
         
CAUTION               
       
When manual refers to left or right side of vehicle, it means your left or right when sitting in driver's
seat.
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 Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with
the controls and the proper use of the
equipment.
 Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the lawnmower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
 Never mow while people, especially children, or
pets are nearby.
 Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.
 Do not carry passengers.
 All drivers should seek and obtain professional
and practical instruction. Such instruction
should emphasize:
• the need for care and concentration when
working with rideĆon machines;
• control of a rideĆon 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;
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 While mowing, always wear substantial footwear
and long trousers. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or wearing open
sandals.
 Thoroughly inspect the area where the
equipment is to be used and remove all objects
which may be thrown by the machine.
 WARNING - Petrol is highly flammable.
• Store fuel in containers specifically
designed for this purpose.
• Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke
while refuelling.
• 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.
 Replace faulty silencers.
 Before using, always visually inspect to see that
the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are
not worn or damaged. Replace worn or
damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve
balance.
 On multi-bladed machines, take care as
rotating one blade can cause other blades to
rotate.
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 Do not operate the engine in a confined space
where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
collect.
 Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
 Before attempting to start the engine,
disengage all blade attachment clutches and
shift into neutral.
 Do not use on slopes of more than:
• Never mow side hills over 5_
• Never mow uphill over 10_
• Never mow downhill over 15_
 Slope angle is calculated as in 5.4.2.3.2.
 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 clutch slowly, always keep
machine in gear, especially when travelling
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 lawnmower is designed for this
purpose.
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  
Safety alert triangle–
Read operator
’
s manual
Rotating blade can cut off
toes or fingers. Stay clear
Thrown or flying objects–
Whole body exposure
Thrown or flying objects–
Rotary side-mounted mower
.
Dismemberment–Rear
engine mower in rear-
Do not open or
remove safety shields
while engine is running
Stay a safe distance
from the machine
ward motion
Machine rollover
Machine rollover
Machine rollover
side hill
up hill
down hill
Stay a safe distance
from the machine
Machine travel
direction–combined
Machine rollover
ROPS
Safety alert symbol
symbol within triangle
indicates a hazard
of blade as long as engine
is running
Keep deflector shield in place

  
Fast
Slow
Decreasing/Increasing
Engine start
Engine stop
Choke
Neutral
First gear
Second gear
Third gear up to
Reverse
Cutting element–
basic symbol
Cutting element–
height adjustment
Clutch
maximum # of
forward gears
High
Low
Engage
Disengage
Brake system
Parking brake
On/Run

 
Read all safety instructions.



Briggs & Stratton - I\C Quiet Series, electric start
with alternator, 4Ćcycle engine. Crankcase capacity is
48 oz. (1.42 l) and fuel tank capacity is 5 quarts
(4.731 l). The correct spark plug is a Champion
RJĆ19 LM or equivalent resistor type. Recommended
spark plug air gap is 0.030 in. (0.762 mm).
 
Full floating, front to rear, side to side. 13 gauge
(2.28 mm) stamped steel housing with right side
discharge. Deck diameter is 31.75 inches (.806 m).
Cast spindle housing with shaft is supported by two
double-seal ball bearings. Blade spindle pulley is
driven by an A" section VĆbelt from the engine
crankshaft.
 
Single blade is 31.35 inches (0.796 m) long, made of
one-piece hardened carbon steel.
  
13,400 ft./min. (68.07 m/s) @ 2700 engine rpm.
 
Height-of-cut is adjustable to one of six
approximate settings from 1 inch to 3-1/2 inches (25
to 89 mm).

The transmission is fully enclosed, permanently
lubricated with five speeds forward and one reverse.
  
The front 11 x 4.00Ć5 and the rear 15 x 6.00Ć6
tubeless, pneumatic turf tires are installed on
demountable stamped steel wheels.
     
1st gear: 1.10 mph (1.77 km/hr)
2nd gear: 1.80 mph (2.90 km/hr)
3rd gear: 2.29 mph (3.69 km/hr)
4th gear: 2.29 mph (4.81 km/hr)
5th gear: 3.84 mph (6.18 km/hr)
Rev. gear: 1.33 mph (2.14 km/hr)

4-spoke, dished steering wheel on pinion and
sector gear to tie rods controlling wheels 5.1:1
reduction. Turning diameter is approximately 3.3 ft.
(1 m).
 
The throttle control has CHOKE, OPERATE, HOT
RESTART and IDLE positions. The key switch has
OFF, RUN and START positions. Both controls are
mounted in a convenient position.
 
Hand-operated lever on the operator's right side
with an in-line shifting pattern.
 
A foot-operated pedal on the left side. Depressing
the pedal disengages the idler pulley.
 
A foot-operated pedal on the right side. Depressing
the pedal engages the caliper on 2Ć1/2 inch (64 mm)
diameter disc.
  
A hand-operated lever on the rear of the steering
tower which locks the brake pedal and/or clutch
pedal.
  
A hand-operated lever to the operator's right
releases the blade brake and engages the clutch.
  
A hand-operated lever to the operator's left.
Height-of-cut selection is variable in six
increments.
 
Wheel Base: 45 in (1.14 m)
Tread Width: 30 in (0.76 m) front outside to outside
Length: 60 in (1.52 m)
Height: 38 in (0.97 m)
Width: 40 in (1.02 m)
Weight: 370 Ib (167.8 kg)
 

Easy Empty Grass Catcher, Model #79095
Twin Bagger, Model #79085
Recycler Kit, Model #59167
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 Thread (4) seat spacers into the bottom of the
seat (Fig. 3).
 Position the seat onto the seat base, inserting
the seat switch cable through the slot and the spacer
studs through the mounting holes (Fig. 3).
 Slide the wire clamp over the seat switch wire
(Fig. 3).
 Using the left front spacer stud, loosely secure
the wire clamp and seat to the seat base with a
locknut (Fig. 3).
 Mount the seat to the seat base with the (3)
remaining locknuts.
&(  The seat may be adjusted for operator comfort
by positioning it as desired in seat base slots.
 Tighten all locknuts.
 Insert the seat switch connector into the wire
harness connector.
 Secure the wire harness to the front of the seat
base with the wire tie.
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4
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The transmission has five forward speeds, neutral
and reverse. The gear shift lever is located at the
operator's right side. An interlock switch prevents the
engine from being started when the transmission is
in gear.
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The clutch pedal is used with the gear shift. Depress
the clutch pedal fully when shifting gears and
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The battery must be removed from the machine so it
can be filled with electrolyte and charged. Bulk
electrolyte with 1.260 specific gravity must be
purchased from a local battery supply outlet.
Remove the battery and activate it as follows:
 Tip the seat forward exposing the battery.
 Remove the wing nut securing the battery hold
downs to the rider chassis. (Fig. 7).
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   
 Lift up on top of the battery hold down and pivot
the battery rearward.
 Remove the battery from the chassis and set it
aside.
 Remove the filler caps from the battery and
slowly fill each cell until electrolyte is at the LOWER
fill line.
 Leave filler caps off and connect a 3Ć4 amp
battery charger to the battery posts. Charge the
battery at a rate of 4 amperes or less for 4 hours
(12 volt).
 After the battery is charged, disconnect the
charger from the electrical outlet and battery posts.
 Slowly add electrolyte to each cell until the level
is just below the UPPER fill line. Reinstall the filler
caps. Once the battery is in service, distilled water
only
 should be added; never add more electrolyte.
 . -.2 .4%0&)++ 2(% "!22%06
+%#20.+62% 5)++ .4%0&+.5 .-2. .2(%0 /!021 !-$
1%4%0% #.00.1).- !-$ $%2%0).0!2).- 5)++ 0%13+2
 Install the battery with the terminal posts toward
the rear of the machine and vent tube on left side of
battery, through the hole in the frame (Fig. 8).
 Reinstall the battery hold downs.
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"!22%06 .-2!#2 "%25%%- "!22%06 (.+$ $.5-1
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 Install the red positive cable (rubber boot over
end) to the positive (+) terminal and the negative
cable (black) to the negative (ć) terminal of the
battery and secure them with capscrews and wing
nuts. Slide the rubber boot over the positive terminal
to prevent a possible contact (Fig. 8).
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    
The rider is shipped from the factory without oil in the
crankcase.  Crankcase capacity is approximately
48 ounces (1.421).
 Place the rider on a level surface.
 Unscrew and remove the dipstick from the oil fill
tube (Fig. 9).
 Insert a funnel into the tube and slowly add
engine oil into the crankcase. Use a high-quality
detergent oil classified For Service SG". Oil viscosity
(weight) must be selected according to anticipated
ambient temperature.
A. Above +40_ F (4_ C) Ċ Use SAE 30 or
10W-30.
B. 0_ to +40_ F (-18_ C to 4_ C) Ċ Use
10W-30.
C. Below 0_ (-18_ C) Ċ Use 5W-20 or
5W-30.
!
     
  Avoid premature engine failure by ensuring the
funnel used is clean so contaminants are not
introduced into the crankcase. Wipe any oil spilled
so it will not cause dirt to collect on the engine.
 Ensure the oil level is to the full mark on the
dipstick when it is fully installed. Do not overfill or
engine damage may result.
 Insert the dipstick and turn it clockwise to secure
it in the fill tube.
  Check the oil level every 5 operating hours or
each time rider is used. Initially, drain the oil and
replace it after the first 5 hours of operation to
remove the contaminants produced by normal
engine breakĆin; thereafter, under normal conditions,
change the oil after every 25 hours operation.
Change the oil more often when the engine is
operated in dusty or dirty conditions.
GBĆ13
BEFORE OPERATING
FILL THE FUEL TANK WITH GASOLINE
The TORO Company strongly recommends the use
of clean, fresh  regular gasoline in TORO
gasoline powered products. Unleaded gasoline
burns cleaner, extends engine life, and promotes
good starting by reducing the buildĆup of
combustion chamber deposits. Leaded gasoline can
be used if unleaded is not available.
TORO also recommends that TORO Stabilizer/
Conditioner be used regularly in all TORO gasoline
powered products during operation and storage
seasons. TORO Stabilizer/Conditioner cleans the
engine during operation and prevents gum-like
varnish deposits from forming in the engine during
storage.
Note: NEVER USE METHANOL, GASOLINE
CONTAINING METHANOL, GASOHOL CONTAINING
MORE THAN 10% ETHANOL, PREMIUM GASOLINE
OR WHITE GAS BECAUSE ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM
DAMAGE COULD RESULT.
DO NOT USE FUEL ADDITIVES OTHER THAN
THOSE MANUFACTURED FOR FUEL
STABILIZATION DURING STORAGE SUCH AS TORO
STABILIZER/CONDITIONER OR A SIMILAR
PRODUCT. TORO STABILIZER/CONDITIONER IS A
PETROLEUM DISTILLATE BASED
STABILIZER/CONDITIONER. TORO DOES NOT
RECOMMEND STABILIZERS WITH AN ALCOHOL
BASE SUCH AS ETHANOL, METHANOL OR
ISOPROPYL. STABILIZERS SHOULD NOT BE USED
TO TRY TO ENHANCE THE POWER OR
PERFORMANCE OF MACHINE.
D Because gasoline is flammable, caution
must be used when storing or handling
it.
D 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.
D DO NOT SMOKE while filling the fuel
tank to prevent the possibility of an
explosion.
D 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, and fill the tank
to about 1/2 inch (13 mm) below the filler
neck.
D Store gasoline in a cool, wellĆventilated
place; never in an enclosed area such as
a hot storage shed.
D To ensure volatility, do not buy more than
a 30-day supply of gasoline.
D Gasoline is a fuel for internal combustion
engines; therefore, do not use it for any
other purpose.
D 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. Clean the area around the fuel tank cap so
foreign matter cannot enter the tank when the cap is
removed (Fig. 9).
2. Remove the cap from the fuel tank and fill the
tank with unleaded gasoline to within 1/2 inch (13
mm) from the top of the tank. Then reinstall the fuel
tank cap.
3. Wipe up any gasoline that may have spilled.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
Check and ensure the tires are inflated to 12 psi
(82.7 kPa) before operating the machine.
GBĆ14
STARTING AND STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: The starter motor will not crank
unless the deck engagement lever is
DISENGAGED and shift lever is in NEUTRAL.
START AND OPERATE MACHINE
1. Sit on the seat, shift into neutral (N), move the
deck engagement lever to DISENGAGE.
2. Move the throttle control to CHOKE and turn
ignition key to START. When the engine starts,
release the key and move the throttle control
between OPERATE and IDLE.
3. Select the desired heightĆofĆcut and move the
deck engagement lever to ENGAGE.
4. Release the parking brake (if necessary),
depress the clutch pedal and shift into gear. Release
the clutch pedal slowly and smoothly.
TO STOP
1. Depress the brake and clutch pedals, move the
throttle control lever to IDLE, move the deck
engagement lever to DISENGAGE, and turn the
ignition key to OFF.
2. Shift the transmission to neutral and engage the
parking brake.
3. Remove the key from the ignition switch. Wait for
all moving parts to stop before getting off the seat.
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