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Form No. 3392-453 Rev A

Commercial Walk-Behind Mower

Floating Deck, Split Lever, Hydro Drive with
48in and 52in TURBO FORCE

Cutting Unit

Model No. 30488—Serial No. 315000001 and Up

Model No. 30489—Serial No. 315000001 and Up

*3392-453* A

Summary of Contents for 30488

Page 1: ...Behind Mower Floating Deck Split Lever Hydro Drive with 48in and 52in TURBO FORCE Cutting Unit Model No 30488 Serial No 315000001 and Up Model No 30489 Serial No 315000001 and Up Register at www Toro...

Page 2: ...operties It is not designed for cutting brush or for agricultural uses Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and product damage...

Page 3: ...ilter 29 Servicing the Fuel Vent System 30 Electrical System Maintenance 31 Servicing the Battery 31 Servicing the Fuses 33 Drive System Maintenance 34 Adjusting the Tracking 34 Checking the Tire Pres...

Page 4: ...perform the job Note Only use accessories and attachments approved by the manufacturer Wear appropriate clothing including a hard hat safety glasses and hearing protection Long hair loose clothing or...

Page 5: ...e drives set the parking brake stop the engine and remove the key or disconnect spark plug wire Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting cleaning or repairing Park the machine on a level surface...

Page 6: ...do not mow it Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc from the mowing area Watch for holes ruts or bumps Note Tall grass can hide obstacles Use caution near drop offs ditches or embankments Note...

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: ...ders a safe distance from the machine 2 Thrown object hazard mower keep the deflector in place 3 Cutting dismemberment of hand or foot stay away from moving parts 93 7818 1 Warning read the Operator s...

Page 9: ...engage the blades 6 Warning stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire before performing any maintenance on the machine 2 Pull out on the PTO Power Take Off to engage the blades 7 Warning stop th...

Page 10: ...1 Fast 2 Engine speed 3 Slow 4 Choke 115 4212 1 Hydraulic oil level 3 Warning do not touch the hot surface 2 Read the Operator s Manual 117 2718 126 1400 1 Warning Read the Operator s manual Use only...

Page 11: ...Remove the key from the ignition and read the Operator s Manual before performing maintenance 2 Height of cut selection 130 8372 1 Height of cut 3 Turn off power before changing height of cut 2 Hairpi...

Page 12: ...131 1180 12...

Page 13: ...is in the correct position Figure 6 Battery Indicator Light When the ignition key is initially turned to the On position the battery voltage will be displayed in the area where the hours are normally...

Page 14: ...es A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to...

Page 15: ...lace and in proper working condition DANGER In certain conditions during fueling static electricity can be released causing a spark which can ignite the gasoline vapors A fire or explosion from gasoli...

Page 16: ...machine produces sound levels in excess of 85 dBA at the operator s ear and can cause hearing loss through extended periods of exposure Wear hearing protection when operating this machine The use of p...

Page 17: ...s hot let the engine idle for 30 to 60 seconds before turning the engine off 4 To stop the engine turn the ignition key to off Important Ensure that the fuel shutoff valve is closed before transportin...

Page 18: ...r unlocked position Note The blades should not rotate 4 Move the motion control levers forward Note The engine should stop 5 Start the engine and release the parking brake 6 Move the right side motion...

Page 19: ...ping the Machine To stop the machine move the motion control levers to neutral move the right side motion control lever into the neutral lock position disengage the power take off PTO and turn the ign...

Page 20: ...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...

Page 21: ...ht of cut check the anti scalp rollers so that there is a minimum of 10 mm 3 8 inch clearance above the ground Figure 16 Figure 17 Figure 18 2 If adjustment is needed remove the bolt washers and nut F...

Page 22: ...ey and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 To adjust the baffle loosen the nut Figure 19 4 Adjust the baffle and nut in the slot to the desired discharge flow and...

Page 23: ...table indicates the position of the weight as installed at the factory Mower Deck Size Number of weights install Position of the weight 48 inches none none 52 inches 1 Rear Any rear weight must be re...

Page 24: ...Every 100 hours Change the engine oil Check the spark plugs Adjust the electric clutch Check the hydraulic lines Every 200 hours Replace the paper air cleaner element Change the oil filter Replace the...

Page 25: ...Wipe up any excess grease Lubricating the Bearings Service Interval Before each use or daily Every 400 hours Every 50 hours Lubricate the front caster wheel bearings and the front pivots Figure 25 No...

Page 26: ...nse it thoroughly 2 Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth Important Replace the foam element if it is torn or worn Servicing the Paper Air Cleaner Element 1 Do not clean the paper filter re...

Page 27: ...he oil drains completely 2 Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake 3 Stop the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 4 Slide the drain ho...

Page 28: ...the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Disconnect the wires from the spark plugs Figure 33 1 Figure 33 1 Spark plug wire spark plug 4 Clean around the sp...

Page 29: ...filter Figure 35 6 Open the fuel shutoff valve and allow the gasoline to drain into a gas can or drain pan Note Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty refer...

Page 30: ...repair if needed 9 Wipe up any spilled fuel Servicing the Fuel Vent System Service Interval Every 200 hours Yearly whichever comes first 1 Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake 2 Stop the engin...

Page 31: ...rt between the battery terminals and metal parts of the machine WARNING Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the machine and cables causing sparks Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explod...

Page 32: ...distilled water refer to Adding Water to the Battery page 32 Adding Water to the Battery The best time to add distilled water to the battery is just before you operate the machine This lets the water...

Page 33: ...g the charger from the electrical outlet then disconnect the charger leads from the battery posts Figure 40 6 Install the battery onto the machine and connect the battery cables Note Do not run the ma...

Page 34: ...hours Monthly whichever comes first Check the pressure at the valve stem Figure 43 Maintain the air pressure in the rear tires at 83 to 97 kPa 12 to 14 psi Uneven tire pressure can cause an uneven cu...

Page 35: ...rings The caster wheels rotate on a roller bearing supported by a spanner bushing If the bearing is kept well lubricated wear will be minimal Failure to keep the bearing well lubricated will cause rap...

Page 36: ...this for the remaining slots 4 Check each slot again and make slight adjustments until the feeler gauge between the rotor and armature with very slight contact between them Figure 47 1 Adjusting nut 3...

Page 37: ...the machine on a level surface disengage the PTO and set the parking brake 2 Stop the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Check the brak...

Page 38: ...he PTO Drive Belt page 39 6 Disconnect the idler arm spring to relieve tension on the idler arm and idler pulley then remove the worn mower belt Figure 49 7 Install the new mower belt around the 2 out...

Page 39: ...the mower deck Figure 50 Note Use caution when removing the belt as tension will increase because of the spring loaded idler pulley 7 Remove the belt from the engine pulley and the spring loaded idler...

Page 40: ...perating position 3 Remove PTO drive belt refer to Replacing the PTO Drive Belt page 39 4 Raise the machine and support it with jack stands 5 Disconnect the clutch wire connector from the wire harness...

Page 41: ...1 Left motion control lever 3 Check the horizontal alignment here 2 Right motion control lever in the Neutral Lock position 4 Right motion control lever 5 To adjust the right motion control lever hori...

Page 42: ...ontal alignment before the front to back alignment 1 After the horizontal alignment is finished check the front to back alignment Figure 56 Figure 56 1 Left motion control lever 3 Neutral locked posit...

Page 43: ...onto the filler neck WARNING Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury If hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin it must be surgically removed within a few hours...

Page 44: ...the level and add fluid if required Do not overfill Bleeding the Hydraulic System The traction system is self bleeding however it may be necessary to bleed the system if the fluid is changed or after...

Page 45: ...Inspecting the Blades Service Interval Before each use or daily 1 Inspect the cutting edges Figure 61 Note If the edges are not sharp or have nicks remove and sharpen the blades refer to Sharpening t...

Page 46: ...otches in the edges or surfaces of blade Removing the Blades Blades must be replaced if a solid object is hit if the blade is out of balance or is bent To ensure optimum performance and continued safe...

Page 47: ...cutting Figure 63 2 For 48 inch mower decks install the blade curved washer and the blade bolt Figure 63 3 For 52 nch mower decks install the blade stiffener curved washer and the bolt Figure 64 4 Tor...

Page 48: ...Straight edge 3 Carrier frame mounting bolts 6 Carrier frame cross channel Checking the Engine Deck Height 1 Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake 2 Stop the engine remove the key and wait for...

Page 49: ...ure page 34 4 Measure carrier frame height at location A Figure 70 5 Measure carrier frame height at location B Figure 70 6 If the carrier frame height is not the same move spacers from the top or bot...

Page 50: ...in counterclockwise Figure 72 4 Position the blades front to rear 5 Measure at the C and D locations Figure 71 from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blades 6 Check the side to side leveling...

Page 51: ...deck support pins 5 Check the carrier frame front to rear pitch Replacing the Grass Deflector WARNING An uncovered discharge opening could allow the lawn mower to throw objects in the operator s or b...

Page 52: ...bearings and electrical switches 3 Check the brake refer to Servicing the Brake page 37 4 Service the air cleaner refer to Servicing the Air Cleaner page 26 5 Grease the machine refer to Lubrication p...

Page 53: ...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 machine to protect it and keep it clean 53...

Page 54: ...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 The engine overheats 3 Cooling fins and...

Page 55: ...y and check the idler pulley idler arm and spring for correct position and function 5 Broken or missing idler spring 5 Replace the spring 6 Electric clutch out of adjustment 6 Adjust the clutch air ga...

Page 56: ...Schematics Hydraulic Schematic Rev A 56...

Page 57: ...Electrical Schematic Rev A 57...

Page 58: ...Notes 58...

Page 59: ...Notes 59...

Page 60: ...provided contact us at RLC Customer Care Department Toro Warranty Company 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Bloomington MN 55420 1196 888 865 5676 U S Customers 888 865 5691 Canada customers Owner Responsibil...

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