Toro 520Lxi Garden Tractor User manual

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Operators Manual
IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully. It contains information about your
safety and the safety of others. Also become familiar with the controls and
their proper use before you operate the product.
International English (GB)
FORM NO. 3321–980
Wheel
Horse
520Lxi Tractor
Model No. 73580 – 9900001 & UP
The Toro Company – 1998
All Rights Reserved
Introduction
Thank 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
Dealer or the factory, always know 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
.
1
m–2345
1. Model
and Serial Number Plate
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 injury
and damage to the product. Although we design,
produce and market safe, state-of-the-art products,
you are responsible for using the product properly
and safely. You are also responsible for training
persons, you allow to use the product, about safe
operation.
The warning system in this manual identifies
potential 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.
DANGER signals an extreme hazard that will cause
serious injury or death if the recommended
precautions are not followed.
WARNING signals a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if the recommended precautions are
not followed.
CAUTION 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
information. “Important” calls attention to special
mechanical information and “Note” emphasizes
general information worthy of special attention.
The left and right side of the machine is determined
by sitting on the seat in the normal operators
position.
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Contents
Page
Safety 2.
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Safe Operation Practices for Ride-on (riding)
Rotary Lawnmower Machines 2
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Safe Operating Practices 2
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Sound Pressure Level 4
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Sound Power Level 4
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Vibration Level 4
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Slope Chart 5
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Safety and Instruction Decals 7
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Symbols Glossary
8
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Symbols Glossary
9
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Symbols Glossary
10
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Check Before Operating 11
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Opening the Hood 11
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Closing the Hood 12
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Removing the Side Panels 12
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Adding Fuel 13
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Check the Engine Oil Level 14
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Check the Cooling System
15
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Check for Debris 16
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Check the Safety Interlock System 17
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Check the Brake
17
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Operation 18
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Think Safety First 18
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Controls 18
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“Key Choice” Key
18
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Parking Brake 18
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Starting and Stopping the Engine 19
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Operating the Power Take Off (PTO) 20
. . . .
The Safety Interlock System 20
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Operating–in–Reverse 20
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Gauges and Indicator Lights 23
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Driving Forward or Backward 24
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Stopping the Machine 25
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Page
Re–centering the Steering Wheel 25
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Attachment Power Lift 26
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Positioning the Seat 26
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Headlights and Taillights 27
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Positioning the Tilt Steering Wheel 27
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Using the Cruise Control 27
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The Smart Turnt Steering Feature 28
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Pushing the Machine by Hand 28
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Maintenance 29
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Service Interval Chart 29
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Air Cleaner 30
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Engine Oil 32
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Changing the Engine Coolant 34
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Spark Plugs 34
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Greasing and Lubrication 36
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Tire Pressure 37
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Brake 38
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Fuel Tank 39
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Fuel Filter 40
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Front Wheel Toe-In 41
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Transaxle Fluid 42
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Fuse 44
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Headlights 44
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Taillights 45
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Battery 46
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Wiring Diagram 49
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Wiring Diagram 50
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Cleaning and Storage 51
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Troubleshooting 52
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Safety
Safe
Operation Practices for
Ride-on (riding) Rotary
Lawnmower Machines
This machine meets or exceeds European
Standards in effect at the time of production.
However, improper use or maintenance by the
operator or owner can result in injury. To reduce
the potential for injury, comply with these safety
instructions and always pay attention to the safety
alert
symbol, which means CAUTION,
WARNING, or DANGER—“personal safety
instruction.” Failure to comply with the
instruction may result in personal injury or death.
Safe
Operating Practices
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet
and throwing objects. Always follow all safety
instructions to avoid serious injury or death.
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 lawnmower. 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
responsible 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 – Fuel 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 fuel
while the engine is running or when the
engine is hot.
Safety
3
If fuel 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.
4.
Replace faulty silencers.
5. 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.
6. On multi–bladed machines, take care as rotating
one blade can cause other blades to rotate.
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
neutral.
4. 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
reversing.
Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights
when suggested in the instruction
handbook.
5. Watch out for traffic when crossing or near
roadways.
6. Stop the blades before crossing surfaces other
than grass.
7. When using any attachments, never direct
discharge of material toward bystanders nor
allow anyone near the machine while in
operation.
8. Never operate the lawnmower with damaged
guards or without safety protective devices in
place.
9. Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at
excessive speeds may increase the hazard of
personal injury.
10. 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 ignition and
“Key Choice” keys.
11. Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine,
and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) or remove
the ignition key
before cleaning blockages or unclogging
chute;
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
equipment;
if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately).
12. Disengage drive to attachments when
transporting or not in use.
13. Stop the engine and disengage drive to
attachment
before refuelling;
before removing the grass catcher;
Safety
4
before making height adjustment unless
adjustment can be made from the operators
position.
14. Reduce the throttle setting during engine run-out
and, if the engine is provided with a shut-off
valve, turn the fuel off at the conclusion of
mowing.
Slope Operation
1. For operation on slopes:
Never mow side hills over 5
Never mow uphill over 10
Never mow downhill over 15
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.
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 fuel 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. On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating
one blade can cause other blades to rotate.
9. When machine is to be parked, stored or left
unattended, lower the cutting means unless a
positive mechanical lock is used.
Sound
Pressure Level
This unit has an equivalent continuous A-weighted
sound pressure at the operator ear of: 90 dB(A), based
on measurements of identical machines per Directive
84/538/EEC and amendments.
Sound
Power Level
This unit has a sound power level of: 105 Lwa, based
on measurements of identical machines per
procedures outlined in Directive 84/538/EEC and
amendments.
Vibration
Level
This unit has a maximum hand-arm vibration level of
7.0 m/s
2
and whole body vibration level of 0.3 m/s
2
,
based on measurements of identical machines per EN
1033 and EN 1032.
Safety
5
Slope
Chart
Read all safety instructions on pages 2–10.
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Safety
7
Safety
and Instruction Decals
Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near
any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost.
ON DRIVE SHAFT COVER
(Part No. 98–1608)
ON RADIA
T
OR F
AN
SHROUD
(Part No.95–4143)
ON BA
TTER
Y STRAP
(Part No. 93–1265)
(1) ON DRIVESHAFT TUNNEL
(2) UNDER SIDE SHIELD
(Part No. 98–5015)
ON SEA
T BRACKET
(Part No. 99–2986)
ON SEA
T BRACKET
(Part No. 99–5340)
Safety
8
Symbols
Glossary
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–Mower
in rearward motion
Do not open or
remove safety shields
while engine is running
Stay a safe distance
from the machine
Machine rollover
Machine rollover
Machine rollover
side hill
up hill
down hill
Stay a safe distance
from the mower
Machine rollover
Safety alert symbol
of blade as long as engine
is running
Keep deflector shield in place
Consult Technical Manual for
proper service procedures
Safety alert symbol
Keep children a safe distance
from machine
Severing toes or foot–
mower blade
Severing fingers or hand–
mower blade
Operating in reverse not
allowed unless deactivated
by ”Key Choice” key
Safety
9
Symbols Glossary
Cutting element–
basic symbol
Cutting element–
height adjustment
Cutting unit-raised
Cutting unit–lower
Crushing of fingers
or hands–Force applied
from side
Kickback or upward
motion–Stored energy
Shut off engine & remove key
before performing maintenance
or repair work
Riding on this machine is allowed
only on a passenger seat & only
if the driver
s view is not hindered
Severing of hand–
Rotating knives
Severing of foot–
Rotating knives
Cutting or entanglement
of foot–Rotating auger
Severing of fingers or hand–
impeller blade
Stay a safe distance
from the snowthrower
Keep a safe distance from
snowthrower
T
ractors must be equipped
with 45kg rear wheel weight
with this attachment installed
Machine rollover
ROPS snowthrower
Neutral
First gear
Second gear
Third gear up to
Reverse
maximum # of
forward gears
High
Low
Machine travel direction–
combined
Safety
10
Symbols Glossary
Fast
Slow
Decreasing/Increasing
Engine start
Engine stop
Choke
Clutch
Engage
Disengage
Brake system
Parking brake
On/Run
Battery charging conditin
Off/Stop
Engine
Head lights–
Main/high beam
Fuel
Engine lubricating
oil pressure
PT
O (Power T
ake Off)
Unlock
Lock
Engine lubricating oil level
Engine temperature
Fuel level
V
olume empty
V
olume full
”Key Choice” key
11
Check
Before Operating
Each time before operating your tractor, check the
following:
Fuel level
Engine oil level
Cooling system fluid level and radiator screen
Debris on the (3) air intake screens
Debris in the engine area
Debris on the rear transaxle cover
The safety interlock system
The brake
Some of these steps will require that you open the
hood or remove the side panels on the tractor.
Opening
the Hood
To open the hood:
1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake,
lower the attachment lift, and turn the ignition
key to “STOP” to stop the engine. Remove the
ignition key.
2. Slide a screwdriver into the right–hand side of
the slot shown in Figure 1, and push the hood
latch to the left.
3. Raise the hood to full height.
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1
Figure 1
1. Slot
for hood latch access
POTENTIAL
HAZARD
Components under the hood will be hot if
the tractor has been running.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Touching hot components can cause burns.
HOW TO AV
OID THE HAZARD
Allow the tractor to cool before performing
maintenance or touching components
under the hood.
Check Before Operating
12
Closing
the Hood
The hood catch is located at the left hand corner of
the grille.
1. Press rearward on the hood catch as you begin to
lower the hood.
2. Push the hood down until the latch closes.

1
2
2
Front of tractor
Figure 2
1. Hood
catch
2.
Hood hinges
Removing
the Side Panels
1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake,
lower the attachment lift, and turn the ignition
key to “STOP” to stop the engine. Remove the
ignition key.
2. To remove a side panel:
A. Lift up and twist each of the two side panel
latches 90
, or until they line up with the
open slot (Fig. 3).
B. Pull the top of the side panel toward you
until the side panel latches pass through the
open slot.
C. Lift the side panel from the tractor.
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1
2
Figure 3
1. Side
panel latch
2.
Open slot
POTENTIAL
HAZARD
Rotating fan and drive shaft can cause
injury.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Fingers, hands or loose clothing can get
caught by rotating fan and drive shaft.
HOW TO AV
OID THE HAZARD
Do not operate the tractor without the side
panels and hood in place.
Keep fingers, hands and clothing clear of
rotating fan and drive shaft.
Shut off the engine and remove the ignition
key before performing maintenance.
Check Before Operating
13
Adding
Fuel
Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for
automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded
regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is
not available.
IMPORTANT: Never use methanol, gasoline
containing methanol, or gasohol containing
more than 10% ethanol because the fuel
system could be damaged. Do not mix oil with
gasoline.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
In certain conditions gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn
you, others, and cause property damage.
HOW TO AV
OID THE HAZARD
Use a funnel and fill the fuel tank outdoors,
in an open area, when the engine is cold.
Wipe up any gasoline that spills.
Do not fill the fuel tank completely full.
Add gasoline to the fuel tank until the level
is 1/4” to 1/2” (6 mm to 13 mm) below the
bottom of the filler neck. This empty space
in the tank allows gasoline to expand.
Never smoke when handling gasoline, and
stay away from an open flame or where
gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark.
Store gasoline in an approved container
and keep it out of the reach of children.
Never buy more than a 30-day supply of
gasoline.
IMPORTANT: Never use fuel additives
containing methanol or ethanol.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
When fueling, under certain circumstances,
a static charge can develop, igniting the
gasoline.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn
you and others and cause property damage.
HOW TO AV
OID THE HAZARD
Always place gasoline containers on the
ground away from your vehicle before
filling.
Do not fill gasoline containers inside a
vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed because
interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners
may insulate the container and slow the
loss of any static charge.
When practical, r
emove gas–power
ed
equipment from the truck or trailer and
refuel the equipment with its wheels on the
ground.
If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment on a truck or trailer from a
portable container, rather than from a
gasoline dispenser nozzle.
If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be used,
keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of
the fuel tank or container opening at all
times until fueling is complete.
Filling the Fuel Tank
1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake,
lower the attachment lift, and turn the ignition
key to “STOP” to stop the engine. Remove the
ignition key.
Check Before Operating
14
2. Clean around the fuel tank cap and remove the
cap. Use a funnel and add fuel until the fuel
level is 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6 mm to 13 mm) below
the bottom of the filler neck. This space in the
tank allows for expansion of the fuel. When
filling the tank, make sure that the machine is on
a level surface so that adequate air space is
allowed. Do not fill the fuel tank completely.
3. Install the fuel tank cap securely. Wipe up any
gasoline that may have spilled.
Check
the Engine Oil Level
1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake,
lower the attachment lift, and turn the ignition
key to “STOP” to stop the engine. Remove the
ignition key.
2. Open the hood.
3. Clean around the oil dipstick (Fig. 4) so dirt
cannot fall into the dipstick hole and damage the
engine.
4. Pull out the oil dipstick and wipe the metal end
clean (Fig. 5).
5. Slide the oil dipstick fully into the tube. Pull the
dipstick out and look at the metal end. If the oil
level is near or below the “L” mark on the
dipstick, remove the filler cap and add oil only
to the “H” mark on the dipstick. (Refer to
Engine Oil, page 32, for the correct oil type and
viscosity to use in different temperature
conditions).
IMPORTANT: Do not overfill the crankcase
with oil because this may result in engine
damage.
1
2
m–3423
Figure 4
1. Dipstick 2. Filler
Cap
m–3219
1
Figure
5
1. Metal
end
Check Before Operating
15
Check
the Cooling System
Check Radiator Coolant
The cooling system is filled with a 50/50 solution of
water and permanent ethylene glycol anti–freeze.
Check the level of coolant at the beginning of each
day before starting the engine.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Coolant is hot and pressurized.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Discharge of hot pressurized coolant can
cause sever
e burns.
HOW TO AV
OID THE HAZARD
Do not remove the radiator cap to check
coolant. Follow the directions below for
checking coolant.
Do not remove the radiator cap when the
engine is hot. Always allow the engine to
cool at least 15 minutes or until the
radiator cap is cool enough to touch
without burning your hand before
removing the radiator cap.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake,
lower the attachment lift, and turn the ignition
key to “STOP” to stop the engine. Remove the
ignition key.
2. Open the hood.
3. Check coolant level. Coolant should be between
the two lines on the reserve tank when the
engine is cold (Fig. 6).
1
2
3
4
m–3423
Figure 6
1. Reserve
tank cap
2.
Reserve tank
3.
Maximum level line (cold)
4.
Minimum level line (cold)
4. If coolant is low, remove the reserve tank cap
and add a 50/50 mixture of water and permanent
ethylene glycol anti–freeze. DO NOT
OVERFILL.
5. Install the reserve tank cap.
Check Before Operating
16
Check
for Debris
IMPORTANT: Operating the engine with a
blocked grass scr
een and/or cooling shrouds
removed, will result in engine damage from
overheating.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake,
lower the attachment lift, and turn the ignition
key to “STOP” to stop the engine. Remove the
ignition key.
2. Check for debris on the (3) air intake screens
(Fig. 7). Wipe away debris before each use
and/or during use, if required.
1
m–3412
1
Figure 7
Arrows show air intake and exhaust path
1. Air
intake screens (1 of 3
shown)
3. The radiator screen (Fig. 8) is located between
the radiator and the dash in the tractor. To
remove it, pull it up from its retention slot.
Wipe or wash off all accumulated debris from
the screen, then reinstall it.
4. In dry or dusty conditions, dust can build up on
the radiator fins and reduce cooling efficiency.
Remove the radiator screen and blow (or low
pressure wash) the radiator cooling fins.
1
m–3424
Figure 8
1. Radiator
screen
5. Debris can build up in the engine area. Clean
any debris build–up with a brush or blower
before each use.
IMPORTANT: It is preferable to blow dirt
out (Fig. 9), rather than washing it out. If
water is used, keep it away from electrical
items.
m–3615
Figure 9
IMPORTANT: DO NOT HIGH–PRESSURE
WASH. High–pressure washing can damage
the electrical system or deplete grease.
Check Before Operating
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6. The rear transaxle cover is an air intake area for
cooling the transaxle. Clean debris from the rear
transaxle cover before operating the tractor
(Fig. 10).
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Figure 10
1. Rear
transaxle cover
Check
the Safety Interlock
System
Always check the interlock system before operating
the tractor. Instructions for checking the interlock
system are found in the Operation section, page 18.
Check
the Brake
Refer to Checking and Adjusting the Brake, page 38.
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Operation
Think
Safety First
Please carefully read all the safety instructions on
pages 2–7. Knowing this information could help you,
your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury.
Controls
Become familiar with all the controls (Fig. 11) before
you start the engine and operate the machine.
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1
2
7
3
8
5
6
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Figure 1
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1. Throttle
2. Choke
3. PTO
switch
4.
Seat adjustment lever
5.
Engine water temperature
gauge
6.
Attachment lift lever
7.
Indicator lights
8.
Fuel gauge
9.
Hour meter
10.
Ignition switch
11.
Brake pedal
12.
Parking brake lever
13.
High–Low range lever
14.
Cruise control switch
15.
Steering wheel tilt lever
16. T
raction control pedal
“Key
Choice” Key
A turn and release key used for deactivating the
“Operating–In–Reverse” interlock feature. Located
on the seat bracket in front of and just below the seat
(Fig. 12).
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Figure 12
1. “Key
Choice“ Key
Parking Brake
Always set the parking brake when you stop the
machine or leave it unattended.
Setting the Parking Brake
1. Push the brake pedal (Fig. 11) down and hold it
in the depressed position.
2. Lift the parking brake lever (Fig. 11) up and
gradually take your foot off the brake pedal. The
brake pedal should stay in the depressed (locked)
position.
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