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- Page 1 Form No. 3354-969 LX420 & LX460 Lawn Tractors Model No. 13AX60RG744 Model No. 13AX60RH744 Original Instructions (EN) Register your product at www.Toro.com 769-02247G (02/22/06)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Choose from the options below: Visit www.toro.com for many useful suggestions. Click on Customer Care in the Homeowners section of the Toro Solutions Center and help is immediately available. -
Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through an authorized Toro service dealer or contact Toro at 8111 Lyndale Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55420. GENERAL OPERATION 9. -
Page 4: Slope Operation
4. Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes. manual, use care and good judgment. Contact an 5. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could authorized Toro service dealer for assistance. cause sliding. SLOPE OPERATION 6. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill. Doing so... - Page 5 CHILDREN 5. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. 6. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may 1. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not cause loss of traction and loss of control. alert to the presence of children. Children are often 7.
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Page 6: Safety Symbols
12. For safety protection, frequently check components by an authorized Toro service dealer. and replace immediately with original equipment 4. Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only. - Page 7 SECTION 2: SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL LABELS Safety and instructional abels found on your lawn tractor are illustrated below (3/4 actual size). Always follow their instructions and heed their warnings. If you discover a safety label is scratched, damaged or missing, order a replacement immediately.
- Page 8 TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE. IF DAMAGED, REPLACE IMMEDIATELY. Part No. 112-1274 Part No. 112-1266 Part No. 112-1271 LX420 Part No. 112-1270 LX460 Part No. 112-1267 DANGER/POISON SHIELD SULFURIC ACID...
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Page 9: Slope Gauge
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Page 10: Tractor Set-Up
SECTION 4: TRACTOR SET-UP Attaching The Steering Wheel Attaching the Battery Cables Tools Required Tools Required (1) 1/2" socket wrench (1) 7/16" wrench 1. The hardware for attaching the steering wheel has WARNING: California Proposition 65 been packed within the steering wheel, beneath Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and steering wheel cap. -
Page 11: Tire Pressure
Tire Pressure Shipping Brace Removal WARNING: WARNING: Never exceed the maximum Make sure the riding mower’s inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the engine is off, set the parking brake and tire. remove the ignition key before removing the shipping brace The tires on your unit may be over-inflated for shipping purposes. - Page 12 Setting the Gauge Wheels e. Note the position of the index hole used; then install the other rear gauge wheel into the Tools Required corresponding index hole of the other gauge (2) 9/16" wrenches wheel brackets. • If the gauge wheels have excessive clearance with Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the surface below, lower the wheels to the index the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height...
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Page 13: Know Your Lawn Tractor
SECTION 5: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity. Figure 7 A Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter G Throttle / Choke Control B PTO (Blade Engage) Lever H Ignition Switch Module C Parking Brake Lever I Brake Pedal D Cruise Control Lever J Drive Pedal E Shift Lever... -
Page 14: Brake Pedal
Throttle / Choke Control Ignition Switch Module Choke The throttle/choke control is Position WARNING: Never leave a running machine located on the right side of the unattended. Always disengage the PTO, tractor’s dash panel. This lever move the shift lever into Neutral, set the controls the speed of the engine parking brake, stop the engine and remove FAST... -
Page 15: Cruise Control Lever
The parking brake Toro service dealer. lever will then return to its original position. Always set the parking brake when IMPORTANT: leaving the tractor unattended. -
Page 16: Operating Your Lawn Tractor
If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not are around. Stop the tractor immediately if operate the tractor. Contact an authorized Toro service someone enters the area. dealer. To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE: •... - Page 17 Starting the Engine 1. Depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake and let the pedal up. 2. Move the throttle/choke control into the FAST WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the (rabbit) position. interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was designed for your safety and Do NOT use the shift lever to change the IMPORTANT:...
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Page 18: Engaging The Parking Brake
NOTE: Cruise control can not be set at the tractor’s Engaged fastest ground speed. If the operator should attempt to do so, the tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed. Lever Disengage the cruise control using one of the following methods: •... -
Page 19: Making Adjustments
SECTION 7: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: 4. Determine the approximate distance necessary for Never attempt to make any proper adjustment and proceed, if necessary, to the adjustments while the engine is running, next step. 5. From the front of the tractor, loosen the outermost hex lock nut(s) on the end(s) of the deck hanger Seat Adjustment rod. -
Page 20: Parking Brake Adjustment
Side to Side Parking Brake Adjustment If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a WARNING: side to side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if Never attempt to adjust the necessary as follows: brakes while the engine is running. Always disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral 1. -
Page 21: Steering Adjustment
Steering Adjustment 2. Remove the hex nut on the top of ball joint. See Figure 16. If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other, 3. Thread the ball joint toward the jam nut to shorten or if the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or the drag link. -
Page 22: Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor
4°C (40°F). engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty **Synthetic oils will provide better starting in extreme cold below repairs must be performed by an authorized Toro 23°C (-10°F). service dealer. Engine Oil... -
Page 23: Changing Engine Oil
If leaks are present, have your engine IMPORTANT: 4. Put a drop of oil on your fingertip and apply a light serviced by an authorized Toro service dealer before coating to the gasket of the new oil filter. operating the tractor. -
Page 24: Air Filter
Air Filter 5. Check the air cleaner base. Make sure it is secured and not damaged. Also check the air cleaner cover The engine is equipped with a replaceable, high density for damage or improper fit. Replace all damaged air paper air cleaner element. -
Page 25: Fuel Filter
Lubrication 8. Check the gap using a feeler gauge and adjust, if necessary, by carefully bending the ground electrode. See Figure 20. Set the spark plug gap to WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or 0.030 in (0.76 mm). inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to Feeler Gauge prevent unintended starting. -
Page 26: Service
SECTION 9: SERVICE Tires Hex Flange Nut Wood Block WARNING: Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire. The recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 10 psi for the rear tires and 14 psi for the front tires. -
Page 27: Battery
When replacing the blade, be sure to 5. Start the tractor (as instructed on page 17). IMPORTANT: install the blade with the side of the blade marked 6. Set the tractor’s parking brake before removing the ‘‘Bottom’’ (or with a part number stamped in it) facing jumper cables, in reverse order of connection. -
Page 28: Changing Deck Belt
See an authorized Toro service dealer to have your drive belt NOTE: Several components must be removed in replaced. order to change the lower deck belt (Model LX460). See an authorized Toro service dealer to have this drive belt replaced. - Page 29 LX420 Belt Cover Idler Pulleys LX460 Belt Cover Idler Pulleys...
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Page 30: Off-Season Storage
SECTION 10: OFF-SEASON STORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7: To empty the system, run the engine until the tank MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 22 of this and system are empty. manual before storing for an extended period. WARNING: Drain fuel only into an approved container outdoors, away from an... -
Page 31: Maintenance Chart
SECTION 11: MAINTENANCE CHART Before Every Every Every Every Every Prior Each Use 10 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours 200 Hours Season to Storing Check Safety Interlock System Clean Hood/Dash Louvers Check Engine Oil Level Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil & Filter Clean Battery Terminals Lube Front Axles and Rims Clean Engine Cooling Fins... -
Page 32: Troubleshooting
SECTION 12: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO (Blade Engage) lever engaged. Place PTO (Blade Engage) lever in (OFF) position. Parking brake not engaged. Engage parking brake. Spark plug wire disconnected. Connect wire to spark plug. Throttle/choke control not in correct Move Throttle/Choke Control into CHOKE position. -
Page 33: Specifications
501 lb. (227.25 kg.) * Toro reserves the right to change product specifications, design, and standard equipment without notice and without incurring obligation ** Kohler’s horsepower ratings exceed Society of Automotive Engineers Small Engine Test Code J1940. Actual engine horsepower is lower and affected by, but not limited to, accessories (air cleaner, exhaust, charging, cooling, fuel pump, etc.), application, engine speed and ambient... - Page 34 ELECTRIC SCHEMATIC...
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Page 35: Warranty Information
CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board and MTD Consumer Group Inc are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system warranty on your 2006 lawn mower. In California, new lawn mower must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards. MTD Consumer Group Inc must warrant the EECS on your lawn mower for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your lawn mower. - Page 36 The engine or component parts thereof. These items may carry a separate service intervals. manufacturer’s warranty. Refer to applicable manufacturer’s warranty for The limited warranty set forth below is given by The Toro Company (“Toro”) terms and conditions. and The Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, b.