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- Page 1 FORM NO. 3321–910 Wheel Horse 14–38 XL Lawn Tractor Model No. 71198 – 9900001 & Up Operator’s Manual IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully. It contains information about your safety and the safety of others. Also become familiar with the controls and...
- Page 2 The warning system in this manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied help you and others avoid personal injury, even death. with your new product, so feel free to contact your...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Page Page Maintenance ......Safety ....... . . Service Interval Chart . -
Page 4: Safety
Safety This machine meets or exceeds the B71.1–1996 General Operation specifications of the American National Standards Read, understand, and follow all instructions in Institute, in effect at the time of production. the operator’s manual and on the machine before However, improper use or maintenance by the starting. -
Page 5: Slope Operation
Safety 14. Do not operate the machine while under the Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. influence of alcohol or drugs. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. 15. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. - Page 6 Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, the end of a fence or other objects 10. Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to that may obscure vision. ensure that original standards are maintained. 11. Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and Service service as required.
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Page 7: Slope Chart
Safety Slope Chart Read all safety instructions on pages 2–4. -
Page 9: Safety And Instruction Decals
Safety 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 GRASS DEFLECTOR UNDER GRASS DEFLECTOR ON MOWER CENTER AND ON (Part No. -
Page 10: Gasoline And Oil
Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for POTENTIAL HAZARD automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded In certain conditions gasoline is extremely regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is flammable and highly explosive. not available. WHAT CAN HAPPEN IMPORTANT: Never use methanol, gasoline A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn... -
Page 11: Stabilizer/Conditioner
Gasoline and Oil Stabilizer/Conditioner Filling the Fuel Tank Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner Shut the engine off and set the parking brake. to the gas. Using a stabilizer/conditioner in the Clean around each fuel tank cap and remove the machine: cap. -
Page 12: Operation
Operation Think Safety First Parking Brake Please carefully read all the safety instructions on Always set the parking brake when you stop the pages 2–7. Knowing this information could help you, machine or leave it unattended. your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury. Setting the Parking Brake Controls Push the clutch/brake pedal (Fig. -
Page 13: Positioning The Seat
Operation Positioning the Seat The seat can move forward and backward. Position the seat where you have the best control of the machine and are most comfortable. Raise the seat and loosen the adjustment knob (Fig. 3). Move the seat to the desired position and tighten the knob. -
Page 14: Starting And Stopping The Engine
Operation After the engine starts, slowly move the throttle lever to “FAST” (Fig. 8). If the engine stalls or hesitates, move the throttle lever back to “CHOKE” for a few seconds. Then move the 1” (25 mm) throttle lever to “FAST.” Repeat this as required. 1–1/2”... -
Page 15: The Safety System
Operation Stopping Do not mow while backing up unless it is absolutely necessary. If you need to mow while in Move the throttle lever to “SLOW” (Fig. 8). reverse gear or use other PTO driven attachments (such as a snowthrower or tiller), this Turn the ignition key to “OFF”... - Page 16 Operation POTENTIAL HAZARD A child or bystander could be backed over by a riding mower with its blade(s) engaged. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Blade contact will cause serious personal injury or death. m–1863 HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Figure 11 Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
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Page 17: Driving Forward Or Backward
Operation Put the PTO lever in the “disengage” position Selecting Ground Speeds and the gear shifter in neutral. Now start the engine. Move the PTO lever to the “engage” IMPORTANT: To avoid transmission position and turn the “Key Choice” key and damage, always depress the clutch/brake release. -
Page 18: Side Dischargeor Mulch Grass
Operation IMPORTANT: To prevent excessive wear, do Installing the not “Ride the Brakes,” or use brakes to slow Discharge Cover ground speed when in gear. On hills shift to a lower gear for slower ground speed. To convert from side discharge to a mulching mower, install the discharge cover into the opening at the side Side Discharge of the mower. -
Page 19: Tips For Mowing Grass
Operation Tips for Mowing Grass Ground Speed To improve cut quality, use slower ground speed. Fast Throttle Setting For best mowing and maximum air circulation, Avoid Cutting Too Low operate the engine at “FAST.” Air is required to thoroughly cut grass clippings, so do not set the If the cutting width of the mower is wider than the height-of-cut too low or totally surround the mower mower you previously used, raise the cutting height... -
Page 20: Maintenance
Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Spring Service Operation Notes Hours Hours Service Service Oil—initial chnage Oil—periodic change (50 hours or once each season) Oil—check level Safety System—check Cutter Blade—check Brake—check Chassis—grease More often in More often in Foam Air Cleaner—service dusty, dirty conditions diti... -
Page 21: Greasing And Lubrication
Maintenance POTENTIAL HAZARD If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could start the engine. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Accidental starting of the engine could seriously injure you or other bystanders. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Remove the key from the ignition switch and pull the wire off the spark plug before you do any maintenance. -
Page 22: Brake
Maintenance Adjusting the Brake Check the brake before you adjust it; refer to Checking the Brake, page 20. To increase braking resistance, tighten the brake adjusting nut (Fig. 15) 1/8 turn clockwise; then check the brake again. Continue this adjusting and checking process until the brake is set properly. -
Page 23: Wiring Diagram
Maintenance Wiring Diagram... -
Page 24: Fuse
Maintenance Fuse Service Interval/Specification The electrical system is protected by fuses. No maintenance is required, however, if a fuse blows check the circuit wiring for a short. To replace a fuse pull up (Fig. 16) to remove from socket. Push down to insert. -
Page 25: Battery
Maintenance Battery Service Interval/Specification Check the electrolyte level in the battery before each use. Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use a paper towel to clean the battery and battery box. If the battery terminals are corroded, clean them with a solution of four parts water and one part baking soda. -
Page 26: Adding Water To The Battery
Maintenance m–1878 Figure 21 m–2347 1. Filler caps 3. LOWER line 2. UPPER line Figure 20 1. Battery 4. Slot in battery box 2. Battery box 5. Holes in frame 3. Vent tube Adding Water to the Battery The best time to add distilled water to the battery is Install the battery box and battery into the just before you operate the machine. -
Page 27: Spark Plug
Maintenance Charging the Battery plug. Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing the spark plug and a gapping tool/feeler IMPORTANT: Always keep the battery fully gauge to check and adjust the air gap. charged (1.260 specific gravity). This is Type: Champion RJ–19LM (or equivalent) especially important to prevent battery Air Gap: 0.030”... -
Page 28: Fuel Tank
Maintenance Checking the Spark Plug Fuel Tank Look at the center of the spark plug (Fig. 23). If Draining The Fuel Tank you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating on the insulator usually means the air cleaner is dirty. -
Page 29: Fuel Filter
Maintenance Air Cleaner Service Interval/Specification Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 operating hours. Paper Element: Replace after every 100 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first. Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently m–1873 (every few hours) if operating Figure 24 conditions are extremely dusty or 1. - Page 30 Maintenance Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements Foam Element A. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm water. When the element is clean, rinse it thoroughly. B. Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth. C. Put one or two ounces of oil on the element (Fig.
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Page 31: Engine Oil
Maintenance Engine Oil Service Interval/Specification Change oil: After the first 5 operating hours. After every 50 operating hours. Note: Change oil more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. m–1867 Figure 29 Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG or SH) 1. - Page 32 Maintenance Screw the oil dipstick fully onto the filler tube Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified (Fig. 30). Unscrew the dipstick again and look at amount of oil into the filler tube (Fig. 30). Now the metal end. If oil level is low, slowly pour check the oil level;...
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Page 33: Cutting Blade
Maintenance Cutting Blade To assure a superior quality of cut, keep the blade(s) sharp. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to have an extra blade(s). POTENTIAL HAZARD A blade that is worn or damaged could m–151 break apart and pieces could be thrown at Figure 32 bystanders or at you as you use the mower. -
Page 34: Removing The Mower
Maintenance Sharpening the Blade(s) Installing the Blade(s) Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both Install the blade, blade retainer, curved washer ends of the blade (Fig. 34). Maintain the original (cupped side toward blade), and the blade bolt angle. - Page 35 Maintenance POTENTIAL HAZARD The height-of-cut lever (deck lift) is spring-tensioned. WHAT CAN HAPPEN When the mower is being removed, this spring-loaded mechanism could suddenly release and injure you or someone else. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Move the height-of-cut lever (deck lift) to m–2384 the “D”...
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Page 36: Installing The Mower
Maintenance 11. Remove the hair pin cotter and washer at the mower leveling bracket (Fig. 39). Slide the bracket off the mounting pin. Re-install the washer and hairpin cotter for storage. 12. Rotate the leveling bracket up, toward the frame, and hook the long rod into one of the holes to store. - Page 37 Maintenance Install mower belt onto the lower engine pulley (Fig. 40). If you are careful, you can flex the belt guide(s) just far enough away from the pulley to install the belt. If it is too difficult to install the belt, loosen the bolts and nuts securing the belt guides.
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Page 38: Blade Drive Belt
Maintenance 13. Tighten jam nuts securely and disengage blade Blade Drive Belt control (PTO). Removing the Blade Drive Belt Remove the mower; refer to Removing the Mower, page 32. Remove the pulley cover mounting screws and pulley covers from both blade pulleys (Fig. 46). Loosen, but do not remove the bolt and nut securing the idler pulley and belt guide (Fig. -
Page 39: Side-To-Side Mower Leveling
Maintenance Carefully rotate blade(s) side to side (Fig. 47). Measure between the outside cutting edges and the flat surface (Fig. 47). If both measurements are not within 3/16” (5 mm), an adjustment is required; refer to steps 5 and 6. m–1890 m–1891 Figure 46... -
Page 40: Front-To-Rear Blade Slope
Maintenance Measure the length of the rod extending out the front of the adjusting block on the sides of the chassis (Fig. 49). If the rod length is not 5/8” (16 mm), remove the hair pin cotter and washer from the end of the rod (Fig. 49), and turn the rod until the 5/8”... - Page 41 Maintenance m–4187 Figure 51 1. Pivot mount bracket 3. Lock nut 2. Bolt 5/16–18 x 2-1/2” When front-to-rear blade slope is correct, recheck the side-to-side level of the mower; refer to Side-to-Side Mower Leveling, page 37. m–1892 Figure 50 1. Measure front center 2.
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Page 42: Washing Underside Of Mower
Maintenance Washing Underside of Mower After each use wash the underside of the mower to POTENTIAL HAZARD prevent grass build-up for improved mulch action and A broken or missing washout fitting could clipping dispersal. expose you and others to thrown objects or blade contact. -
Page 43: Cleaning And Storage
Maintenance Cleaning and Storage A fully charged battery maintains its charge for about 50 days at temperatures lower than 40 F (4 C). If the temperatures will be above Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the 40 F (4 C), check the water level in the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to battery and charge it every 30 days. -
Page 44: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter does not crank Blade control (PTO) is Move blade control (PTO) to ENGAGED. DISENGAGED. Parking brake is not on. Set parking brake. Battery is dead. Charge the battery. Electrical connections are Check electrical connections corroded or loose. - Page 45 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine loses power (continued). Vent hole in fuel cap is Clean or replace the fuel cap. plugged. Dirt in fuel filter. Replace fuel filter. Dirt, water, or stale fuel is in Contact Authorized Service fuel system.
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