hit counter script
Toro 30242 Operator's Manual
Toro 30242 Operator's Manual

Toro 30242 Operator's Manual

4-wheel drive traction unit
Hide thumbs Also See for 30242:

Advertisement

Quick Links

Form No. 3325-400 Rev A
®
Groundsmaster
®
228-D
4-Wheel Drive Traction Unit
Model No. 30242—210000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
E n g l i s h

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Summary of Contents for Toro 30242

  • Page 1 Form No. 3325-400 Rev A ® Groundsmaster ® 228-D 4-Wheel Drive Traction Unit Model No. 30242—210000001 and Up Operator’s Manual E n g l i s h...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Wiring Harness Service Bleeding the Fuel System Fuses Checking the Interlock System Operating Characteristics Storage Pushing or Towing the Traction Unit 2001 by The Toro Company 8111 All Rights Reserved Printed in the USA Lyndale Avenue South Bloomington, MN 55420-1196...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Authorized Service mechanical information and Note: emphasises general Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model information worthy of special attention. and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates the location of the model and serial numbers on the product.
  • Page 4 • Never let children or untrained people operate or brake is engaged before starting the engine. Only service the equipment. Local regulations may start the engine from the operator’s position. Use restrict the age of the operator. seat belts, if provided. •...
  • Page 5: Toro Mower Safety

    Replace all worn or damaged vision. decals. Maintenance and storage Toro Mower Safety • Disengage the drives, lower the implement, set This product is capable of amputating hands and feet the parking brake, stop the engine and remove and throwing objects.
  • Page 6 When operating a machine with roll-over pivoting forward. protection always use seat belt. • Use only Toro-approved attachments. Warranty • Be certain that the seat belt can be released may be voided if used with unapproved quickly if the machine is driven or rolls into attachments.
  • Page 7 service as required. Sound Pressure Level This unit has an equivalent continuous A-weighted • Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. sound pressure at the operator ear of: 90 dB(A), based Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. on measurements of identical machines per Directive Protect your face, eyes and clothing when 84/538/EEC and amendments.
  • Page 8: 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. 93-7830 1. Danger—See operator’s manual 2. Wheel torque specifications 93-7822 1.
  • Page 9 105-2511 1. Read operator’s manual for starting instructions 93-7276 1. Explosion hazard—wear eye protection. 2. Caustic liquid hazard—flush with water and seek first aid. 3. Fire hazard — no sparks, flame, or smoking 4. Poison—keep children a safe distance from the battery. 100-6581 1.
  • Page 10 93-7834 1. No step 2. Traction pedal 93-7833 3. Traction—forward 1. Throttle control 4. Traction—reverse 2. Throttle—fast 5. Danger—Shut off power take-off prior to raising decks 3. Throttle—slow 6. Danger—Do not operate decks when they are in raised 4. Tipping hazard—Lower the deck when going down slopes position greater than 10 degrees 5.
  • Page 11 Part No. 104-3484 1. See the operator’s manual Part No. 105-0054 1. Headlights—off 2. Headlights—on 3. Power take-off—off 4. Power take-off—on 5. Engine coolant temperature 6. Engine—start 7. Engine—stop...
  • Page 12: Specifications

    Specifications Note: Specifications and design subject to change without notice.General Specifications Engine Kubota three-cylinder, 4-cycle, liquid-cooled diesel engine. 26 hp @ 3000. Engine governed to 3200–3250 rpm high idle, no load. Air Cleaner Heavy-duty remote mounted. Fuel Tank Capacity 8.5 gal. (32 l) Equipped with a fuel filter/water separator to capture water in the fuel. Fuel Pump 12-volt electric (transistor type) w/replaceable fuel filter.
  • Page 13 Power take-off drive The power take-off shaft is clutched by a belt directly from the engine output shaft. The power take-off shaft engaged by an electric clutch/brake assembly. Power take- off speed—2200 RPM@3250 RPM engine speed. Implement Connection Universal joint and telescoping shaft assembly. Lift Cylinders Two with 2 in.
  • Page 14: Installing Rear Weights

    72” Side Discharge 24-5780 Rear Weight Kit 90 lbs 0 lbs. Deck (Model 30575) & 92-8763 & Weight Kit-20 lb. local Authorized Toro Distributor. * 75 lb. wheel weight (included with 15 cu. ft. hopper) required on the left wheel...
  • Page 15: Before Operating

    Before Operating Check the Engine Oil CAUTION The engine is shipped with 4 qt (3.8 l) of oil in the if the engine has been running, pressurized hot crankcase; however, check the oil level before and coolant can escape and cause burns when you after you first start the engine.
  • Page 16: Fill The Fuel Tank

    Expected Ambient with a wrench. Recommended Temperature Viscosity and Type Check all hoses and fittings for leaks. (Extreme) over 32° C SAE 30, Type SF, CC or CD engine oil (Normal) 4–37° C SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40, Type SF,CC or CD engine oil (Cool) –1 to 10°...
  • Page 17: Check The Rear Axle Lubricant

    mm) from the bottom of the filler neck with diesel fuel. Install the fuel tank cap tightly after filling tank. Figure 7 1. Fill/check plug (one on each end of the axle) Check the Bi-Directional Figure 5 Clutch’s Lubricant 1. Fuel tank cap Position the machine on a level surface.
  • Page 18: Controls

    Controls must be engaged to prevent accidental movement of Service Brakes the machine. To engage the parking brake, push the The left and right brake pedals (Fig. 9) are connected lock arm (Fig. 10) on so that it locks together with the to the left and right front wheels.
  • Page 19 The hydraulic lift lever (Fig. 12) has three positions: Fuel Gauge FLOAT, TRANSPORT and RAISE. To lower the The fuel gauge (Fig. 12) indicates the quantity of fuel cutting unit to the ground, move the lift lever forward remaining in the fuel tank. into the notch in the seat platform—FLOAT.
  • Page 20 Oil Pressure Warning Light The oil pressure warning light (Fig. 12) glows when engine oil pressure drops below a safe level. If low oil pressure occurs, stop the engine and determine the cause. Repair the damage before starting the engine again.
  • Page 21: Operation

    Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the in forward and reverse for one to two minutes. machine from the normal operating position. Also operate the lift lever and power take-off lever to assure proper operation of all parts. Turn the steering wheel to the left and right to check Starting/Stopping the Engine steering response.
  • Page 22: Checking The Interlock System

    Unlatch and raise the hood. CAUTION Open the air bleed screw on the fuel injection If the safety interlock switches are disconnected or pump (Fig. 13). damaged, the machine could operate unexpectedly and cause personal injury. • Do not tamper with the interlock switches. •...
  • Page 23: Pushing Or Towing The Traction Unit

    In an emergency, the you can push or tow the traction unit for a very short distance. However, Toro does not To maintain enough power for the traction unit and recommend this as standard procedure.
  • Page 24: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After the first 10 hours • Check the power take-off belt tension. • Check the fan and alternator belt tension. •...
  • Page 25: Fluid Specifications/Change Intervals

    Service Interval Charts CHECK/SERVICE (DAILY) 1. Oil levels (Engine/Trans) 2. Coolant level 3. Tire pressure 4. Belts (Fan and power take off) 5. Fuel—Diesel only 6. Battery 7. Grease, lube points 8. Radiator screen 9. Air filter 10. Electrical clutch gap .017-.030 Filters Part No.
  • Page 26: Daily Maintenance Checklist

    Lubrication CAUTION Greasing Bearings And Bushings If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidentally start the engine and The traction unit has grease fittings that must be seriously injure you or other bystanders. lubricated regularly with No. 2 General Purpose Remove the key from the ignition and Lithium Base Grease.
  • Page 27 Figure 16 Figure 19 Figure 17 Figure 20 Figure 18...
  • Page 28: General Air Cleaner Maintenance

    General Air Cleaner cleaner body to reduce the amount of dust dislodged. Avoid knocking the filter against the Maintenance air cleaner body. Check air cleaner body for damage that could possibly cause an air leak. Replace a damaged air cleaner body. Service the air cleaner filter when the air cleaner indicator (Fig.
  • Page 29: Cleaning The Radiator And Screen

    Cleaning the Radiator and Screen To prevent the engine from overheating, the screen and radiator must be kept clean. Normally, check the screen and radiator daily and clean any debris off these parts. However, it will be necessary to check and Figure 24 clean the screen and radiator more often in extremely 1.
  • Page 30: Replacing The Fuel Pre Filter

    Fuel Lines and Connections operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first. Check the lines and connections every 400 hours or Clamp both fuel lines that connect to the fuel yearly, whichever comes first. Inspect for filter so fuel cannot drain when you remove the deterioration, damage or loose connections.
  • Page 31: Bleeding Air From Injectors

    injection pump. assure tension is correct. Bleeding Air from Injectors Note: This procedure should be used only if the fuel system has been purged of air through normal priming procedures and the engine will not start; refer to Bleeding the Fuel System, page .21 Loosen the pipe connection to the No.
  • Page 32: Power Take-Off Clutch Adjustment

    Remove the left-hand bracket nut and bolt so that 38 mm you can remove the retainer bracket’s rubber bumper (Fig. 32). Figure 31 1. Tensioning spring 2. Tensioning rod jam nut 3. Tension adjusting bolt Use a ⁄ ” wrench to tighten or loosen the belt- tensioning spring (Fig.
  • Page 33: Adjusting The Parking Brake Interlock Switch

    engine off. Depress only the right brake pedal Do not engage the parking brake. and engage the parking brake. Remove the (6) screws securing the front steering Jack up the left front side of the machine until the tower cover to frame and remove the cover tire is off the shop floor.
  • Page 34: Changing The Hydraulic Oil And Filter

    screw. by the hydraulic system transmission charge pump. Check adjustment as follows: Cold weather start-up may result in “stiff” operation of the steering until the hydraulic system has warmed Engage the parking brake. Depress the traction up. Using proper weight hydraulic oil in the system pedal while the engine is running and the power will minimize this condition.
  • Page 35: Adjusting The Service Brakes

    off. axle must be changed. After two minutes, check the transmission fluid Position the machine on a level surface. level; refer to Check Hydraulic System Fluid, page 15. Clean the area around the three drain plugs, (1) on each end and (1) in the center (Fig. 38). Adjusting the Service Brakes Remove the plugs, allowing the oil to drain into drain pans.
  • Page 36: Rear Wheel Toe-In

    Note: Do not use engine oil (i.e., 10W30) in the Prevent corrosion of wiring terminals by applying clutch. Anti-wear and extreme pressure additives will Grafo 112X (Skin-over) grease, Toro Part No. 505-47, cause undesirable clutch performance. to the inside of all harness connectors whenever the harness is replaced.
  • Page 37: Fuses

    Figure 40 C. Coat the cable terminals and battery posts 1. Fuse block with Grafo 112X skin-over grease (Toro Part No. 505-47), or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion. Storage D. Slowly recharge the battery for 24 hours...
  • Page 38 Check the oil filler cap and fuel tank cap to ensure they are securely in place.

This manual is also suitable for:

Groundsmaster 228-d

Table of Contents