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FORM NO. 3322–180
ProLine Mid-Size
13 HP
Traction Unit
Model No. 30159 – 990001 & 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
their proper use before you operate the product.
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- Page 1 FORM NO. 3322–180 ProLine Mid-Size 13 HP Traction Unit Model No. 30159 – 990001 & 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 their proper use before you operate the product.
- 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 Safety ....... . . Maintenance ......Safe Operating Practices . -
Page 4: Safety
Safety This machine meets or exceeds safety Note: This engine is NOT equipped with a requirements B71.4–1990 of the American spark arrester muffler. Use or operation National Standards Institute for commercial of this mower in the State of California mowers, in effect at time of production. However, on any forest-covered, brush-covered improper use or maintenance by the operator or or unimproved grass-covered land,... - Page 5 If major repairs are ever needed or if assistance is desired, contact your local Authorized TORO Disengage the self-propelled mechanism or drive Service Dealer. clutch (self-propelled model) before starting the engine.
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Page 6: Maintenance And Storage
Perform only those maintenance instructions described in this manual. If major repairs are ever needed or if assistance is desired, contact your local Authorized TORO Service Dealer. Before mower is cleaned, inspected, serviced, or adjusted, stop engine and disconnect wire from spark plug. -
Page 7: Slope Chart
Safety Slope Chart Read all safety instructions on pages 2–7. -
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. -
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 When fueling, under certain circumstances, regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is a static charge can develop, igniting the not available. -
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. to the gas. Using a stabilizer/conditioner in the Clean around the fuel tank cap and remove the machine: cap. Use a funnel and add unleaded regular Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days gasoline to the fuel tank, until the level is 1/4 to or less. -
Page 12: Set-Up
Install fuel tank and control panel Lock washer 5/16” Washer 5/16” Hose clamp Screw self-tapping Star washer Install wire harness to frame Wire tie Operator’s Manual Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro... -
Page 13: Mount Control Panel And Fuel Tank
Set-Up Install Shift Lever Mount Control Panel and Fuel Tank Align mounting block with flats of shaft on top of transmission and slide onto shaft (Fig. 1). Slide control panel over shift lever and under bottom of rear frame (Fig. 2). Align fuel tank to Note: DO NOT remove rubber washer on top of rear frame (Fig. -
Page 14: Install Upper Handle
Set-UP Install Upper Handle Connect Throttle Cable Align upper handle mounting holes with desired Place throttle control lever in FAST mounting holes in rear frame (upper or lower set position.(Fig. 5). of holes) Hook wire Z–bend into hole of speed control Secure each side with (2) 3/8 –16 x 1”... -
Page 15: Connect Wire Harness
Set-Up Connect Wire Harness Install Control Rods Route wires around J-clip on engine, and plug in Thread rod fittings equal distance onto each clutch and engine in-line wire connectors control rod. For a starting point thread on (Fig. 6). approximately 2 in. (51 mm) (Fig. 7). Secure ground wire to one of three holes in Slide clevis pins through rod fittings and frame, at rear of engine, with self-tapping screw... - Page 16 Set-UP Check the gap between upper control bar and Check parking brake adjustment. Brake rods fixed control bar with wheel drive fully engaged. should be adjusted so parking brake lever is snug Gap should be approximately 1 to 1-1/4 in. when swung into position against the fixed bar (25–32 mm) (Fig.
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Page 17: Operation
Operation Think Safety First Recoil Starter – Pull recoil Starter handle to start engine. Please carefully read all the safety instructions and Fuel Shut–off Valve – (Under fuel tank) Close fuel symbols in the safety section. Knowing this shut–off valve when transporting or storing mower. information could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury. -
Page 18: Parking Brake
Operation Parking Brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. Setting the Parking Brake Pull the upper control bar (Fig. 11) rearward and hold it in this position. Lift the parking brake lock (Fig. 11) up and gradually release the upper control bar. -
Page 19: Starting And Stopping The Engine
Operation Starting and Stopping the Engine Starting Make sure spark plug wire(s) are installed on spark plug(s) and fuel valve is open. Move the shift lever to neutral, set the parking brake and turn ignition key to RUN. m–4184 Move the throttle control to CHOKE position Figure 12 before starting a cold engine. -
Page 20: Operating Mower Blade Control (Pto)
Operation Operating Mower Blade The Safety Interlock System Control (PTO) Understanding the Safety Interlock System The blade control switch (PTO) in conjunction with the blade control bail engages and disengages power The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the to the electric clutch and mower blades. -
Page 21: Driving Forward Or Backward
Operation Driving Forward or Backward Backward To go backward, move the shift lever to reverse The throttle control regulates the engine speed as gear. measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle control in the “FAST” position for best Release the parking brake: refer to Releasing the performance. -
Page 22: Lower Control Bar Operation
Operation Lower Control Bar Operation This procedure is for driving up a curb. This can be performed while driving forward or backward. Disengage the mower blades. POTENTIAL HAZARD m–4185 A blade can be bent or damaged when Figure 16 driving up a curb. Blades could break 1. -
Page 23: Maintenance
Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Service Operation Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Service Oil—check level Oil—change* Initial Oil Filter–change (200 hours or every other oil change) Safety System—check Brake—check Wheel Bearings—grease* Transmission Couplings—grease* Foam Air Cleaner—service* Paper Air Cleaner—replace* Spark Plug(s)—check Belts—check for wear/cracks Electric Clutch–adjust... -
Page 24: Air Cleaner
Maintenance Air Cleaner Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements Foam Element Service Interval/Specification A. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 warm water. When the element is clean, operating hours. rinse it thoroughly. Paper Element: Replace after every 100 operating B. -
Page 25: Engine Oil
Maintenance Paper Element Engine Oil A. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to Service Interval/Specification remove dust and dirt (Fig. 19). Change oil: B. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and damage to the rubber seal. After the first 8 operating hours. - Page 26 Maintenance Checking Oil Level Changing/Draining Oil Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, warms the oil so it drains better. and turn the ignition key to “OFF”...
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Page 27: Spark Plug
Maintenance Change Oil Filter Spark Plug Service Interval/Specification Service Interval/Specification Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other Check the spark plug(s) after every 200 operating oil change. hours. Make sure the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark Note: Change oil filter more frequently when... -
Page 28: Greasing And Lubrication
Maintenance Checking the Spark Plug Greasing and Lubrication Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 24). Service Interval/Specification If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating Grease the wheel bearings every 8 operating hours on the insulator usually means the air cleaner is and the transmission couplers every 200 operating dirty. -
Page 29: Cleaning The Cooling System
Maintenance Lubricate the transmission couplers (Fig. 26). Tire Pressure Service Interval/Specification Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified. Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 50 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs first (Fig. 27). Check the tires when they are cold to get the most accurate pressure reading. -
Page 30: Brake
Maintenance Brake Adjusting the Brake The brake lever is on the upper control bar (Fig. 10). Service Interval/Specification If the parking brake does not hold securely or the control bar is not parallel with the fixed bar, an Before each use, check brakes for proper operation. adjustment is required. -
Page 31: Fuel Tank
Maintenance Fuel Tank Draining The Fuel Tank POTENTIAL HAZARD In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. m–1717 WHAT CAN HAPPEN Figure 29 A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, others, and cause property damage. 1. Fuel shut-off valve 2. -
Page 32: Fuel Filter
Maintenance Fuel Filter Replacing the Drive Belt Service Interval/Specification Service Interval/Specification Replace the fuel filter after every 200 operating hours Check all belts after every 50 operating hours or or yearly, whichever occurs first. monthly, whichever occurs first. Look for dirt, wear, cracks and signs of overheating. -
Page 33: Replacing The Traction Belt
Maintenance Replacing the Traction Belt Adjusting the Electric Clutch Raise the front of the machine and hold with The clutch is adjustable to ensure proper engagement jack stands. and proper braking. Check adjustment after every 100 hours of operation. Disconnect in–line wire connector from wire harness to electric clutch. -
Page 34: Wiring Diagram
Maintenance Wiring Diagram... -
Page 35: Cleaning And Storage
Maintenance Cleaning and Storage For long-term storage (more than 90 days) add stabilizer/conditioner additive to fuel in the tank (1 oz. per gallon). Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to A. Run engine to distribute conditioned fuel “OFF”... -
Page 36: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine will not start, starts hard, or Fuel tank is empty. Fill fuel tank with gasoline. f il t k fails to keep running. Choke is not ON. Move choke lever to ON. Air cleaner is dirty. Clean or replace air cleaner element. - Page 37 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Machine does not drive. Shift lever is in NEUTRAL. Move shift lever to a drive gear position. Traction belt is worn, loose or Change Belt. broken. Traction belt is off pulley. Change Belt.
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Page 40: Warranty
What Is Covered By This Express Warranty? analysis of the defect in materials or workmanship or if you need a referral to a TORO ProLine Service Dealer, please feel free to The Toro Company promises to repair any TORO Product...