Toro 30072 Operator'S Manual Download Page 2

WARNING

CALIFORNIA

Proposition 65 Warning

The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defects,

or other reproductive harm.

This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.

Important:

This engine is not equipped with a

spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California
Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate
the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or
grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas
may have similar laws.

The enclosed

Engine Owner’s Manual

is supplied

for information regarding the US Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California
Emission Control Regulation of emission systems,
maintenance, and warranty. Replacements may be
ordered through the engine manufacturer.

Introduction

Read this information carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury
and product damage. You are responsible for operating
the product properly and safely.

You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for
product and accessory information, help finding a
dealer, or to register your product.

Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or
additional information, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model
and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.

Figure 1

1.

Model and serial number location

Model No.

Serial No.

This manual identifies potential hazards and has
safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol
(Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.

Figure 2

1.

Safety alert symbol

This manual uses 2 other words to highlight information.

Important

calls attention to special mechanical

information and

Note

emphasizes general information

worthy of special attention.

© 2011—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420

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Contact us at www.Toro.com.

Printed in the USA.

All Rights Reserved

Summary of Contents for 30072

Page 1: ...d Mower Floating Deck T Bar Gear Drive with 32in Cutting Unit Model No 30072 Serial No 311000001 and Up G014799 To register your product or download an Operator s Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge...

Page 2: ...sponsible for operating the product properly and safely You may contact Toro directly at www Toro com for product and accessory information help finding a dealer or to register your product Whenever y...

Page 3: ...s 21 Lubrication 21 How to Grease 21 Lubricating the Caster and Wheel Bearings 22 Greasing the Transmission Couplers 22 Engine Maintenance 22 Servicing the Air Cleaner 22 Servicing the Engine Oil 23...

Page 4: ...mmable and vapors are explosive Use only an approved container Never remove gas cap or add fuel with engine running Allow engine to cool before refueling Do not smoke Never refuel or drain the machine...

Page 5: ...information you must know This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death This product is designed for...

Page 6: ...Use only genuine replacement parts to ensure that original standards are maintained Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required 6...

Page 7: ...degrees Use the slope chart to determine the degree of slope of hills before operating Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 20 degrees Fold along the appropriate line to match the recom...

Page 8: ...nstructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger Replace any decal that is damaged or lost 52 2010 54 0910 54 9220 66 1340 66 6380 68 8340 82 2280 REVER...

Page 9: ...98 3256 98 4387 1 Warning wear hearing protection 98 5954 105 0884 106 0699 110 4971 1 Engine stop 2 Engine Start 3 Engage bale then pull out on the PTO to engage the blade 9...

Page 10: ...n the upper mounting bolts to allow the handle to pivot Figure 4 2 Remove the lower mounting bolts 3 Position the handle at the middle hole and install the lower mounting bolts Figure 4 4 Tighten all...

Page 11: ...ce is not correct loosen shift lever plate and adjust it side to side Tighten the shift lever plate Note Tighten left side of the fuel tank until it is completely tight and then unscrew locknut one fu...

Page 12: ...ased position 12 Fuel shut off valve Throttle Control The throttle control has two positions Fast and Slow Choke Use the choke to start a cold engine Blade Control Bail The bail is used in conjunction...

Page 13: ...r gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not available Important Never use methanol gasoline containing methanol or gasohol containing more than 10 ethanol because the fuel system could be damage...

Page 14: ...h buildup in the fuel system which causes hard starting Important Do not use fuel additives containing methanol or ethanol Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer conditioner to the gas Note A fuel s...

Page 15: ...o the fast position 4 Grasp recoil starter handle firmly and pull out until positive engagement results then pull handle vigorously to start engine and allow rope to recoil slowly Important Do not pul...

Page 16: ...safety interlock system before you use the machine each time Note If the safety system does not operate as described below have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately 1 Set...

Page 17: ...wheels contact curb Figure 14 4 Lift the front of the machine by pushing down on the lower handle Figure 14 5 Drive the machine until drive wheels contact the curb Figure 14 6 Lower the front of the m...

Page 18: ...he towing vehicle and secure it with safety chains 4 If applicable connect the trailer brakes Using the Side Discharge This mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and...

Page 19: ...7 1 Upper handle 5 Upper mounting hole 2 Rear frame 6 Lower mounting holes 3 Flange nut 3 8 inch 7 Low position 4 Flange bolt 3 8 x 1 inch 8 High position 3 Remove the lower flange bolts 3 8 x 1 inch...

Page 20: ...his also helps disperse clippings which enhances decomposition and fertilization Mow at Correct Intervals Normally mow every four days But remember grass grows at different rates at different times So...

Page 21: ...dusty conditions Every 400 hours Grease the wheel bearings more often in dirty or dusty conditions Before storage Paint chipped surfaces Perform all maintenance procedures listed above before storage...

Page 22: ...hours Replace the paper air cleaner element Note Service the air cleaner more frequently every few operating hours if the operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy Important Do not oil the fo...

Page 23: ...ase and secure it with the 2 wing nuts Figure 20 3 Place the air cleaner cover into position and tighten the cover knob Figure 20 Servicing the Engine Oil Service Interval Specification Service Interv...

Page 24: ...it for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 5 Slide the drain hose over the oil drain valve 6 Place a pan below the drain hose Rotate oil drain valve to allow oil to drain Fi...

Page 25: ...key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Disconnect the wires from the spark plugs Figure 25 1 Figure 25 1 Spark plug wire spark plug 4 Clean around the spark...

Page 26: ...lter Figure 27 4 Pull the fuel line off the fuel filter Figure 27 Open the fuel shut off valve and allow the gasoline to drain into a gas can or drain pan Note Now is the best time to install a new fu...

Page 27: ...ve the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Remove the existing fuel vent filter Figure 29 4 Install a new filter g014686 1 2 Figure 29 1 Fuel vent filter...

Page 28: ...lock up the front of the mower with jack stands 3 Remove the retaining ring and thrust washer s from the top of the castor wheel fork Figure 32 4 Pull the castor wheel fork out of the mounting tube le...

Page 29: ...clean any grease and dirt from the wheel hub Figure 34 4 Inspect the roller bearing bushings spanner bushing and inside of the wheel hub for wear Replace any defective or worn parts Figure 34 5 To as...

Page 30: ...l moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Apply the parking brake The wheels must lock when you try to push the machine forward 4 If the wheels do not lock adjust the brakes Refer...

Page 31: ...ive belt Every 50 hours Inspect the transmission belt Every 50 hours Inspect the mower belt Squealing when the belt is rotating blades slipping when cutting grass check the belts for cracks frayed edg...

Page 32: ...lutch and secure it to the frame with the engine mounting bolt Figure 38 12 Torque pivot bolt to 170 220 in lb 19 24 N m Figure 38 13 Connect the clutch wire connector to wire harness 14 Install mower...

Page 33: ...a superior quality of cut keep the blades sharp For convenient sharpening and replacement you may want to keep extra blades on hand WARNING A worn or damaged blade can break and a piece of the blade c...

Page 34: ...um performance and continued safety conformance of the machine use genuine Toro replacement blades A replacement blade made by other manufacturers may result in non conformance with safety standards 1...

Page 35: ...hat the mower support rods are resting on the frame cushions Checking the Mower Deck Front to Rear Pitch 1 Check the tire pressure on both deck and traction unit 2 Position one blade front to rear Fig...

Page 36: ...wer Figure 49 6 Remove the locknut flat washer and bolt 5 16 x 2 1 4 inches holding the loop on the rear of the discharge cover to the deck ring Figure 49 7 Remove the discharge cover from the mower F...

Page 37: ...ake in Brake Maintenance page 30 4 Service the air cleaner refer to Servicing the Air Cleaner in Engine Maintenance page 22 5 Grease the machine refer to Greasing and Lubrication in Lubrication page 2...

Page 38: ...es Paint is available from your Authorized Service Dealer 12 Store the machine in a clean dry garage or storage area Remove the key from the ignition switch and keep it in a memorable place Cover the...

Page 39: ...ystem 8 Contact an Authorized Service Dealer 1 Engine load is excessive 1 Reduce the ground speed 2 Oil level in the crankcase is low 2 Add oil to the crankcase Engine overheats 3 Cooling fins and air...

Page 40: ...r belt and check adjusting shafts and belt guides for correct position 3 Mower belt is worn loose or broken 3 Install new mower belt 4 Mower belt is off pulley 4 Install mower pulley and check the idl...

Page 41: ...Schematics Electrical Schematic Rev 41...

Page 42: ...Notes 42...

Page 43: ...Notes 43...

Page 44: ...th the Service Dealer s analysis or with the assistance provided contact us at RLC Customer Care Department Toro Warranty Company 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Bloomington MN 55420 1196 888 865 5676 U S C...

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