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Toro 30297 Operator's Manual
Toro 30297 Operator's Manual

Toro 30297 Operator's Manual

Mid–size mower proline hydro 17 hp with 52 in. side discharge mower
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Form No. 3325–211
Mid–Size Mower
ProLine Hydro 17 HP with 52 in. Side Discharge
Mower
Model No. 30297—210000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
Domestic English (EN)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3325–211 Mid–Size Mower ProLine Hydro 17 HP with 52 in. Side Discharge Mower Model No. 30297—210000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Domestic English (EN)
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ........The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee ... . .
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Authorized Service attention to the safety alert symbol, which means Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and CAUTION, WARNING, or DANGER—“personal serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates safety instruction.” Failure to comply with the the location of the model and serial numbers on the instruction may result in personal injury or death.
  • Page 4: Toro Mower Safety

    The following list contains safety information Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not specific to Toro products or other safety information point it at anyone. that you must know that is not included in the ANSI...
  • Page 5 Use only Toro-approved attachments. Warranty may Use only Toro genuine replacement parts to ensure that be voided if used with unapproved attachments. original standards are maintained. Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. Avoid Slope Operation contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
  • Page 7: Slope Chart

    Slope Chart...
  • Page 9: Safety And Instruction Decals

    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 On Top of Hydraulic On Back of Engine Deck On Upper Handle Reservoir (Part No. 95–1543) (Part No. 98-4387) (Part No. 1–523552) On Control Bar On Back of Engine Deck (Part No. 95–1523) (Part No. 98–0776) On Control Panel (Part No. 95–1544) On Battery On Sides of Handle (Part No.
  • Page 11 On Battery On Hydraulic Tank (Part No. 104–4164) (Part No. 104–8172) On Deck (Part No. 105–0840) On Deck (Part No. 104–8186) On Upper Handle (Part No. 104–8178) On Carrier Frame (Part No. 104–8171)
  • Page 12 On Right Side of Deck (Part No. 104–8569) Under Carrier Frame Cover (Part No. 104–8173)
  • Page 13: Gasoline And Oil

    Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Warning Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not Long–term exposure to vapors can cause serious available.
  • Page 14: Assembly

    Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro Installing Fuel Tank and Fuel Line 1. Align fuel tank to top of rear frame and secure fuel tank right side with 2 bolts (5/16 x 7/8 in.), 2 lock washers (5/16 in.) and 2 washers (5/16) (Fig.
  • Page 15: Install Upper Handle

    m–5339 m–5336 Figure 2 Figure 3 1. Bolt, 5/8 x 7/8 in. 5. Spring 1. Upper handle 5. Upper mounting hole (22.5 mm) 6. Locknut 2. Rear frame 6. Lower mounting hole 2. Lock washer, 5/16 in. 7. Hose clamp 3.
  • Page 16: Activating The Battery

    3. Press and hold upper control bars against reference bar, so stop hits. 4. Push rod full forward until bearing is against control bracket stop. Loosen wing nut and thread turnbuckle in or out until rod aligns with holes in upper control bars (Fig.
  • Page 17: Checking The Hydraulic Fluid

    Danger Warning Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is Charging battery produces gasses that can a deadly poison and causes severe burns. explode and cause serious injury. Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with Keep cigarettes, sparks and flames away from skin, eyes or clothing.
  • Page 18: Install Hairpin Cotter Pins

    2. Clean area around filler neck of hydraulic tank Warning (Fig. 9). 3. Remove cap from filler neck. Look inside to check if Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can there is fluid in the reservoir (Fig. 9). penetrate skin and cause injury. 4.
  • Page 19: Think Safety First

    Think Safety First Ignition Switch – Key switch is used with the electric starter. Switch has three positions: “START”,“RUN” and “OFF”. Carefully read all the safety instructions and decals in the safety section. Knowing this information could help you, Fuel Shut–off Valve – (Under fuel tank) Close fuel your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury.
  • Page 20: Operating Mower Blade Control (Pto)

    Operating Mower Blade 3. Turn ignition key “START” to energize starter. When engines starts, release key (Fig. 13). Control (PTO) Important Do not engage starter for more than 5 The blade control switch (PTO) in conjunction with the seconds at a time. If engine fails to start allow 15 second blade control bail engages and disengages power to the cool-down period between attempts.
  • Page 21: The Safety Interlock System

    The Safety Interlock System Driving Forward or Backward The Enhanced T–Bar control system is designed to Caution provide easy and comfortable operation of the hydrostatic drive. The control regulates ground speed, as well as forward, reverse and neutral functions, as well as steering If safety interlock switches are disconnected or direction.
  • Page 22: Neutral Position

    3. Turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. Remember to remove the key from the ignition switch. Important If the machine is on a slope, chock or block the wheels to prevent the machine from slowly rolling. Important If the machine will be left unattended, close the fuel shut off valve and disconnect the wire(s)
  • Page 23: Transporting Machines

    Danger Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or complete grass catcher assembly mounted in place, you and others are exposed to blade contact and thrown debris. Contact with rotating mower blade(s) and thrown debris will cause injury or death. Never remove the grass deflector from the mower because the grass deflector routes m–5209 material down toward the turf.
  • Page 24: Adjusting Gage Wheels

    Important All four hairpin cotter pins must be in the same hole location and with the correct number of spacers for a level cut. Note: Spare height–of–cut spacers may be stored on posts and retained by a hairpin cotter. m–5203 Figure 18 1.
  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Oil—check level Safety System—check Each Use Brake—check Engine—clean outside Mower Housing—clean Oil—change After first 8 Hours Hydraulic Oil—check Cutting Blades—check 8 Hours...
  • Page 26: Air Cleaner Service

    Caution If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. Remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) before you do any maintenance.
  • Page 27: Engine Oil Service

    Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó 2. Place the air cleaner assembly onto the air cleaner base Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó (Fig. 20). Secure with nut. Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó 3. Install the air cleaner cover and secure latches (Fig.
  • Page 28: Spark Plug Service

    5. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil, page 27, into the filler tube (Fig. 23). Now check the oil level; refer to Checking Oil Level, page 27. Slowly add additional oil to bring to “FULL” mark on dipstick. Change Oil Filter Service Interval/Specification Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other oil...
  • Page 29: Greasing And Lubrication

    Type: Champion RCJ8Y or NGK BPR4ES Air Gap: 0.030 in. (.75 mm) Removing the Spark Plug 0.030 in. (.75 mm) 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), chock or block tires, and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine.
  • Page 30: Cleaning The Cooling System

    Where to Add Grease Lubricate the grease fittings as shown on the CHECK SERVICE REFERENCE AID decal (Figure 28). m–5196 Figure 30 Cleaning the Cooling System Service Interval/Specification Before each use, check and clean engine cooling system. Remove any build–up of grass, dirt or other debris from Figure 28 the cylinder and cylinder head cooling fins, air intake screen on flywheel end, and carburetor–governor levers...
  • Page 31: Fuel Tank Service

    Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty. Refer to Replacing the Fuel Filter; page 31. 5. Install the fuel line onto the valve. Slide the hose clamp close to the valve to secure the fuel line. m–2147 Figure 31 1.
  • Page 32: Hydraulic System Service

    Figure 33 Figure 34 1. Cap 3. Fluid level—full 1. Hose clamp 3. Filter 2. Baffle 2. Fuel line Warning Hydraulic System Service Checking the Hydraulic Fluid Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury. Check the hydraulic fluid level: If hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin it Before engine is first started.
  • Page 33: Adjusting By-Pass Valve

    Bleeding Hydraulic System 3. Place drain pan under filter, remove the old filter and wipe the filter adapter gasket surface clean (Fig. 35). The traction system is self bleeding, however, it may be necessary to bleed the system if fluid is changed or after work is performed on the system.
  • Page 34: Adjusting Neutral

    Test Procedure 6. If the machine is too aggressive or tends to jump forward, the valve needs to be opened further. 1. Start engine and run for 5 minutes at 3/4 throttle, to 7. If the machine is slow to respond, the valve needs to warm hydraulic fluid.
  • Page 35: Adjusting The Electric Clutch

    5. Push down on Pump Arm until Sleeve contacts bottom nut (Fig. 38). Wheel should now be rotating slowly in reverse. 6. Turn bottom nut up slowly, moving sleeve and pump arm up, until wheel stops rotating (Fig. 38). 7. Turn top nut down against sleeve and tighten to lock the adjustment (Fig.
  • Page 36: Battery Service

    Battery Service 2. With the engine off, locate the battery. 3. Lift the black rubber cover up on the negative cable. Disconnect the negative (black) ground cable from the Warning battery post (Fig. 41). 4. Lift the red rubber cover up on the positive cable. Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories Disconnect the positive cable (red cover) from the contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals...
  • Page 37 2. Look at the side of the battery. The electrolyte must be Important Do not overfill the battery because up to the “UPPER” line (Fig. 42). Do not allow the electrolyte (sulfuric acid) can cause severe corrosion and electrolyte to get below the “LOWER” line (Fig. 42). damage to the chassis.
  • Page 38: Cutting Blade Service

    5. Install the battery in the machine and connect the battery cables; refer to Installing the Battery on page Note: Do not run the machine with the battery disconnected. Electrical damage may occur. Cutting Blade Service To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blades sharp.
  • Page 39: Correcting Cutting Unit Mismatch

    Blades must be replaced if a solid object is hit, if the blade is out of balance or is bent. To ensure optimum m–1855 performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine TORO replacement blades. Figure 49 Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may 1. Blade 2.
  • Page 40: Frame Set Up

    Checking Engine Deck Height 5. Perform steps in the following sections Frame Set Up, Checking Front–to–Rear Pitch and Checking 1. Stop the engine, remove the key and disconnect the Side–to–Side Leveling. spark plug wire(s) from the spark plug(s). 2. Adjust the tire pressure in all tires to specifications on Frame Set Up page 30.
  • Page 41: Checking The Deck Front-To-Rear Pitch

    Checking the Deck Front-to-Rear Pitch 24 in. 1. Check the tire pressure on both deck and traction unit. 2. Position one blade front-to-rear (Fig. 54). Measure at “C” and “D” locations (Fig. 54) from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blade tips (Fig. 55). 3.
  • Page 42: Checking The Deck Side-To-Side Leveling

    m–2550 Figure 58 Changing the Side-to-Side m–5231 Leveling Figure 56 Changing the side–to–side leveling is done by adjusting 1. Caster Wheel 4. Jam nut tire pressure. 2. Carrier Frame 5. Ball joint 3. Front height–of–cut pins Changing the Side–to–Side Leveling with Tire Pressure 4.
  • Page 43: Replacing The Traction Belt

    10. Connect clutch wire connector to wire harness. 11. Install PTO drive belt. m–1078 Figure 59 m–5340 Figure 61 1. Traction belt 5. Clutch wire connector 2. Idler pulley 6. Pivot bolt 3. Clutch retainer 7. Drive pulley 4. Tension spring 8.
  • Page 44: Replacing The Pto Drive Belt

    11. Adjust deck belt guide an 1/8 in. from belt (Fig. 62). 9. Adjust PTO drive belt guides an 1/8 in. from belt (Fig. 63). 10. Install the heat shield to the the engine deck and carrier frame. 11. Install the belt covers onto the cutting unit, then install and tighten the knobs.
  • Page 45: Caster Wheel And Bearings Service

    m–5197 Figure 65 1. Carrier Frame Mounting 2. Bushing Tube Figure 64 1. Locking Pin 3. Carrier Frame Mounting Tube 2. Spacers (locate as Caster Wheel and Bearings required) 4. Caster Wheel Fork Service 4. Insert a pin punch into the mounting tube and carefully The caster wheels rotate on a roller bearing supported by a drive out the bushings (Fig.
  • Page 46: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    3. Install bolt and nut. Place “J” hook end of spring around grass deflector (Fig. 67). Important The grass deflector must be able to lower down into position. Lift the deflector up to test that it lowers into the full down position. Figure 66 1.
  • Page 47: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram...
  • Page 48: Hydraulic Diagram

    Hydraulic Diagram m–5225...
  • Page 49: Cleaning And Storage

    Cleaning and Storage D. Restart the engine and run it until it stops. E. Choke or prime the engine. 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. Remove the F. Start and run the engine until it will not start again. key.
  • Page 50: 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 fails to keep running. Battery is dead. Charge battery. Choke is not ON. Move choke lever to ON. Air cleaner is dirty.
  • Page 51 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Machine moves slowly in neutral. Neutral is mis-adjusted. Adjust hydro pump neutral. Return spring is broken or Replace return spring. missing. Clean and lubricate linkage. Linkage is dirty or bent. Replace bent or worn parts. Machine drive is too aggressive.
  • Page 52: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.

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