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Safety

This machine meets or exceeds the B71.1–1990
specifications of the American National Standards
Institute, in effect at the time of production.
However, improper use or maintenance by the
operator or owner can result in injury. To reduce
the potential for injury, comply with these safety
instructions and always pay attention to the safety
alert 

 symbol, which means CAUTION,

WARNING, or DANGER—“personal safety
instruction.” Failure to comply with the
instruction may result in personal injury or death.

Safe Operating Practices

This product is capable of amputating hands and feet
and throwing objects. Always follow all safety
instructions to avoid serious injury or death.

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,
which is an odorless, deadly poison.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Carbon monoxide can kill you and is also
known to the State of California to cause
birth defects.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Do not run engine indoors or in an enclosed
area.

General Operation

1.

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in
the operator’s manual and on the machine before
starting.

2.

Allow only responsible adults who are familiar
with the instructions to operate the machine.

3.

Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys,
wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown
by the blade.

4.

Be sure the area is clear of other people before
mowing. Stop the machine if anyone enters the
area.

5.

Never carry passengers.

6.

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind before
and while backing.

7.

Be aware of the mower discharge direction and
do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the
mower without either the entire grass catcher or
the guard in place.

8.

Slow down before turning. Sharp turns on any
terrain may cause loss of control.

9.

Never leave a running machine unattended.
Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop
engine, and remove key before dismounting.

10. Turn off blades when not mowing.

11. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away

from attachment discharge area, underside of
mower and any moving parts while engine is
running.

12. Stop the engine before removing the grass

catcher or unclogging the chute.

Summary of Contents for 265H Wheel Horse

Page 1: ...efully 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 FORM NO 3319 611 Wheel Horse 265H L...

Page 2: ...f the art products you are responsible for using the product properly and safely You are also responsible for training persons who you allow to use the product about safe operation The warning system...

Page 3: ...dicator Control Module 12 Hourmeter 12 Driving Forward or Backward 13 Stopping the Machine 13 Attachment Lift Lever 14 Adjusting Dial A Height 14 Positioning the Seat 15 Page Headlights 15 Positioning...

Page 4: ...on 1 Read understand and follow all instructions in the operator s manual and on the machine before starting 2 Allow only responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machi...

Page 5: ...uts or bumps as uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Follow the manufa...

Page 6: ...refueling Do not smoke C Never refuel the machine indoors D Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame such as near a water heater or furnace 3 Never run a machine...

Page 7: ...Safety 5 Slope Chart Read all safety instructions on pages 2 4...

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Page 9: ...ged or lost ON STEERING TOWER Part No 93 0302 ON DASH LEFT SIDE Part No 92 6720 ON DASH RIGHT SIDE Part No 92 6721 ON FRAME RIGHT REAR Part No 92 6726 ON FRAME CENTER REAR Part No 92 6727 ON LIFT LEVE...

Page 10: ...e or where gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark Store gasoline in an approved container and keep it out of the reach of children Never buy more than a 30 day supply of gasoline Stabilizer Conditio...

Page 11: ...achment lift lever 12 Tilt wheel lever 13 Hood opening 14 Dial a height knob Parking Brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended While the ignition key is in th...

Page 12: ...ds of continuous cranking turn the ignition key to OFF and let the starter motor cool refer to Troubleshooting page 35 7 After the engine starts move the choke lever to OFF Fig 4 If the engine stalls...

Page 13: ...brake pedal is depressed The power take off PTO is OFF On gear drive models the speed selector lever is in N neutral The safety interlock system is designed to stop the engine if you rise from the sea...

Page 14: ...ower take off is engaged ON When this light is ON it is a reminder the starter will not crank and turn off the PTO before getting off Oil The oil light will be ON when the key is in the RUN or LIGHTS...

Page 15: ...pressure on the traction control pedal IMPORTANT To avoid transmission damage always release the parking brake before moving the traction control pedal 1 2 1210 Figure 8 1 Forward 2 Backward Stopping...

Page 16: ...ove lift lever forward to lower attachment 1205 3 2 4 5 6 1 Figure 9 1 Lift lever 2 Button 3 Dial A Height 4 Indicator 5 High 6 Mounting position Adjusting Dial A Height The Dial A Height control Fig...

Page 17: ...ion switch Fig 11 The lights are on while the ignition switch is in the LIGHTS position even with the engine off Remove the key when the machine is left unattended so lights can not be turned on disch...

Page 18: ...ontrol move the cruise control switch Fig 13 to the UNLOCK OFF position 2 This unlocks the traction control and your foot then operates the traction control 3 For quick stops just press on the brake p...

Page 19: ...X X X Chipped Surfaces paint X Battery check electrolyte X X X Battery charge disconnect cables X Fuel Filter replace X X Tires check pressure X X X Front Wheels check toe in X X Transaxle Fluid check...

Page 20: ...t dirt from getting into the engine and causing damage Remove knob and the air cleaner cover Fig 15 1 2 1214 3 4 5 6 8 7 Figure 15 1 Air cleaner cover 2 Knob 3 Cover nut 4 Cover 5 Foam element 6 Paper...

Page 21: ...thoroughly 1 1213 2 Figure 17 1 Paper element 2 Rubber seal Installing the Foam and Paper Elements IMPORTANT To prevent engine damage always operate the engine with the complete foam and paper air cl...

Page 22: ...ngage the power take off PTO set the parking brake and turn the ignition key to OFF to stop the engine Remove the key 2 Open the hood 3 Clean around the oil dipstick Fig 18 so dirt cannot fall into th...

Page 23: ...ly 80 of the specified amount of oil into the filler tube Fig 18 Now check the oil level refer to Checking Oil Level page 20 Slowly add additional oil to bring to FULL mark on dipstick Change Oil Filt...

Page 24: ...ine and potentially causing damage 4 Remove the spark plug s 2 1 1218 Figure 21 1 Spark plug wire 2 Spark plug Checking the Spark Plug 1 Look at the center of the spark plug s Fig 22 If you see light...

Page 25: ...il grease begins to ooze out of the bearings 4 Wipe up any excess grease Where to Add Grease 1 Lubricate the front wheels and spindles until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings Fig 23 2 Lubricat...

Page 26: ...ANT Drive control rod moves to the OPERATE position when the brake is applied Adjusting the Brake The brake lever is on top of the transaxle Fig 26 If the parking brake does not hold securely an adjus...

Page 27: ...rains completely Then disengage the power take off PTO set the parking brake and turn the ignition key to OFF to stop the engine Remove the key 2 Close fuel shut off valve at fuel tank Fig 27 1263 1 F...

Page 28: ...O set the parking brake and turn the ignition key to OFF to stop the engine Remove the key 2 Close fuel shut off valve at fuel tank Fig 27 3 Open the hood 4 Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps togethe...

Page 29: ...in the front and rear of the wheels Fig 30 4 The front measurement should be less than the rear as specified 1 4 3 2 m 1261 Figure 30 1 Measure here 2 Flats 3 Jam nut 4 Steering lever Adjusting Toe In...

Page 30: ...r Fig 31 so level is clearly visible and so dirt cannot fall into the reservoir if fluid is added 4 When transaxle is cold add oil to Full Cold line on reservoir Fig 31 IMPORTANT Do not fill above the...

Page 31: ...rn and remove bulb from the bulb holder Fig 34 1 2 3 4 4 5 5 Figure 33 1 Bulb holder 2 Reflector 3 Tabs 4 Slots 5 Terminals Installing the Bulb 1 The bulb has metal pins on the side of its base Align...

Page 32: ...lear pin and slide panel tabs out from steering tower 4 Disconnect the negative black ground cable from the battery post Fig 35 5 Lift the rubber cover up on the positive red cable Disconnect the posi...

Page 33: ...the Battery page 31 1 2 3 1262 Figure 37 1 Filler caps 2 Lower part of tube 3 Plates Adding Water to the Battery The best time to add distilled water to the battery is just before you operate the mac...

Page 34: ...Level page 31 steps 2 3 3 Remove the filler caps from the battery and connect a 3 to 4 amp battery charger to the battery posts Charge the battery at a rate of 4 amperes or less for 4 hours 12 volts D...

Page 35: ...Maintenance 33 Wiring Diagram...

Page 36: ...e level and charge it fully refer to Battery page 30 Do not connect the battery cables to the battery posts during storage IMPORTANT The battery must be fully charged to prevent it from freezing and b...

Page 37: ...eaner element 4 Spark plug wire is loose or disconnected 4 Install wire on spark plug 5 Spark plug is pitted fouled or gap is incorrect 5 Install new correctly gapped spark plug 6 Dirt in fuel filter...

Page 38: ...and air passages Abnormal vibration 1 Engine mounting bolts are loose 1 Tighten engine mounting bolts 2 Loose engine pulley idler pulley or blade pulley 2 Tighten the appropriate pulley 3 Engine pull...

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Page 40: ...ington MN 55420 1196 612 888 8801 800 348 2424 A Full Two Year Warranty Limited Warranty For Commercial Use Consumer Riding Products 0 You must maintain your TORO Product by following the main tenance...

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