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Operator’s Manual

Original Instructions (EN)

Form No. 3352-794

Wheel Horse

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XL 380H Lawn

Tractor

Model No. 71246—Serial No. 250000001 and Up

Summary of Contents for Wheel Horse XL 380H

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual Original Instructions EN Register your product at www Toro com Form No 3352 794 Wheel Horse XL 380H Lawn Tractor Model No 71246 Serial No 250000001 and Up ...

Page 2: ...ing Brake 24 Greasing and Lubricating the Tractor 25 Servicing the Air Cleaner 25 Servicing the Spark Plug 26 Page Cleaning the Cooling System 27 Checking the Tire Pressure 27 Draining the Fuel Tank 27 Replacing the Fuel Filter 27 Servicing the Transaxle Fluid 28 Servicing the Fuse 28 Servicing the Headlights 28 Servicing the Blades 29 Removing the Mower 30 Installing the Mower 31 Replacing the Bl...

Page 3: ... people especially children or pets are nearby Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property Do not carry passengers All drivers should seek and obtain professional and practical instruction Such instruction should emphasize the need for care and concentration when working with ride on machines control of a ride on machin...

Page 4: ...ersonal injury Before leaving the operator s position disengage the power take off and lower the attachments change into neutral and set the parking brake stop the engine and remove the key Disengage drive to attachments stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire s or remove the ignition key before clearing blockages or unclogging chute before checking cleaning or working on the lawnmower ...

Page 5: ...evel at the operator s ear of 88 dBA based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 98 37 EC Sound Power This unit has a guaranteed sound power level of 100 dBA based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 2000 14 EC Vibration This unit does not exceed a hand arm vibration level of 4 0 m s2 based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 98 37 EC This unit does no...

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Page 7: ...7 Slope Chart Fold along appropriate line Align this edge with a vertical surface Tree Building Fence post pole etc Example Compare slope with folded edge ...

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Page 9: ...ess the brake pedal 3 Traction drive to drive forward press the top of the traction control pedal forward and down to drive in reverse press the bottom of the traction control pedal rearward and down 4 Warning read the Operator s Manual 5 Warning to avoid tipping the tractor do not drive across slopes greater than 5 degrees up slopes greater than 10 degrees or down slopes greater than 15 degrees 6...

Page 10: ...zard of hand or foot mower blade stay away from moving parts 93 7010 1 Thrown object hazard stay 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 99 2986 1 Crushing dismemberment hazard of bystanders do not turn the key while children are present keep children a safe distance from the machi...

Page 11: ...ar eye protection explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries 5 Wear eye protection 6 Read the Operator s Manual 7 Keep bystanders a safe distance from the battery 8 Battery acid can cause blindness or severe burns 9 Flush eyes immediately with water and get medical help fast 10 Contains lead do not discard 107 4922 1 Warning to avoid tipping the tractor do not drive across slopes great...

Page 12: ...r trailer and refuel the equipment with its wheels on the ground If this is not possible refuel such equipment on a truck or trailer from a portable container not from a gasoline dispenser nozzle If you must use a gasoline dispenser keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Using Stabilizer Conditioner Use a fuel stabilizer...

Page 13: ...e tractor or leave it unattended Setting the Parking Brake 1 Push the brake pedal Fig 3 down and hold it 1 2 Figure 3 1 Brake pedal 2 Parking brake lever 2 Lift the parking brake lever Fig 3 up and gradually take your foot off of the brake pedal Note The brake pedal should stay in the depressed locked position Releasing the Parking Brake 1 Push down on the brake pedal Fig 3 Note The parking brake ...

Page 14: ... on a level surface disengage the PTO set the parking brake stop the engine and remove the ignition key 2 Pull on the height of cut lever on the tractor and move it to the desired position Fig 6 m 1853 1 4 1 2 in 116 mm 1 1 2 in 38 mm 2 in 51 mm 2 1 2 in 64 mm 3 in 76 mm 3 1 2 in 89 mm 4 in 102 mm Approximately Figure 6 1 Height of cut lever 3 Adjust each mower gage wheel to the correct height as ...

Page 15: ...with the interlock switches Check the operation of the interlock switches daily and replace any damaged switches before operating the tractor Caution Understanding the Safety Interlock System The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the engine from starting unless You are sitting on the seat The brake pedal is depressed The blade control PTO is in the Disengage position The safety interl...

Page 16: ...t the ground speed switch into Reverse and complete your task 5 Disengage the blade PTO to activate the interlock 6 Remove the KeyChoice key and put it in a safe place out of the reach of children Testing the Safety Interlock System If safety interlock switches are disconnected or damaged the tractor could operate unexpectedly causing personal injury Do not tamper with the interlock switches Check...

Page 17: ... Push the drive control into the Operate position This engages the drive system Fig 12 Note The tractor will not drive unless the drive control is in the Operate position Driving Forward or Backward The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured in RPM revolutions per minute Shift the throttle control lever into the Fast position for best performance To go forward or backward 1 Releas...

Page 18: ...e spark plug The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf To mulch grass clippings you must install the discharge cover into the opening in the side of the mower refer to Installing the Discharge Cover on page 18 Installing the Discharge Cover To convert from a side discharge to a mulching mower install the discharge cover into the opening at...

Page 19: ...eight which is a good practice mow more often in early spring As the grass growth rate slows in mid summer mow less frequently If the grass is longer than normal or if it contains a high degree of moisture raise the cutting height higher than usual cut the grass at that setting and then cut the grass again at the lower normal setting If you must stop the tractor while mowing you may leave a clump ...

Page 20: ...ice the paper air cleaner 1 Replace the spark plug Replace the fuel filter Clean the cooling system 1 Check the transaxle fluid Before storage Perform all of the maintenance procedures listed above Check the belts for wear cracks Drain the fuel tank Paint chipped surfaces Charge the battery and disconnect the cables After storage Check the safety system Check the brakes Check the spark plug Check ...

Page 21: ...re leaving the operating position 4 Open the hood 5 Clean around the oil dipstick Fig 15 so that dirt cannot fall into the fill hole and damage the engine 2 1 Figure 15 1 Oil dipstick fill hole 2 Oil drain plug 6 Unscrew the oil dipstick and wipe the metal end clean Fig 16 m 1868 2 1 Figure 16 1 Oil dipstick 2 Metal end 7 Screw the oil dipstick fully onto the fill hole 8 Unscrew the dipstick again...

Page 22: ...e oil filter an additional 1 2 to 3 4 turn Fig 17 6 Slowly pour about 80 of the specified amount of oil into the fill hole Fig 15 Check the oil level refer to steps 6 and 7 of Checking the Oil Level on page 21 Servicing the Battery Always keep the battery clean and fully charged Use a paper towel to clean the battery and battery box If the battery terminals are corroded clean them with a solution ...

Page 23: ...tery on page 23 Danger Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid a deadly poison that can severely burn you and others Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Wear safety glasses to shield your eyes and rubber gloves to protect your hands Fill the battery where clean water is always available for flushing the skin Adding Water to the Battery The best time to add dist...

Page 24: ...ing nut Checking the Parking Brake 1 Park the tractor on a level surface 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 Move the drive control wire to the Push position refer to Pushing the Tractor Manually on page 17 5 If the rear wheels lock and skid when you push the tractor forward you...

Page 25: ...re 22 Servicing the Air Cleaner Clean the foam element after every 25 operating hours or yearly whichever occurs first Replace the paper element after every 100 operating hours or yearly whichever occurs first Note Service the air cleaner more frequently if the operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy Removing the Foam and Paper Elements 1 Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake 2 Sto...

Page 26: ... Servicing the Spark Plug Check the spark plug after every 25 operating hours Install a new Champion QC12YC or equivalent spark plug after every 100 operating hours Make sure that the air gap between the center and side electrodes is 0 030 in 0 76 mm before installing the spark plug Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing the spark plug and a gapping tool feeler gauge to check and adju...

Page 27: ...ght side to ensure that the fuel tank 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 Open the hood and locate the fuel filter Fig 28 5 Squeeze the ends of the hose clamp together and slide it up the fuel line toward the fuel tank Fig 28 6 Pull the fuel line off of the fue...

Page 28: ...ve the fill plug and check the fluid level The level should be a maximum of 1 1 4 in 32 mm below the top of the fill port Fig 29 Add fluid if necessary 6 Install the fill plug Servicing the Fuse The electrical system is protected by 10 amp blade type fuses 1 Pull up on the fuse Fig 30 to remove it from the socket m 1672 1 2 Figure 30 1 Fuse 2 Socket 2 Insert the fuse into socket and push down on t...

Page 29: ...ersonal injury or death Inspect the blade periodically for wear or damage Replace a worn or damaged blade Inspecting the Blades 1 Remove the mower refer to Removing the Mower on page 30 2 Inspect the cutting edges Fig 33 If the edges are not sharp or have nicks remove the blades and sharpen them refer to Sharpening the Blades on page 30 151 1 2 3 Figure 33 1 Cutting edge 2 Curved area 3 Wear slot ...

Page 30: ... to 81 N m Removing the Mower 1 Park the tractor on a level surface 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 Move the height of cut lever into the D notch 5 Remove the height of cut lift assist spring from the retaining bolt Fig 37 The spring is between the frame and the right rear w...

Page 31: ...Top View 1 Mower belt 2 Electric clutch pulley 16 Turn the front wheels fully to the left Slide the mower out to the right to complete removal Installing the Mower 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 the rotating mower blade s and thrown debris will cause in...

Page 32: ...sher 2 Long rod 3 Leveling bracket 4 Mower mount 5 Hairpin cotter and thin washer 8 Slide the end of the long rod through the hole in the mower mount Fig 44 9 Install the thin washer and hairpin cotter to secure the rod in place Fig 44 10 Mount the slotted mower leveling bracket onto the pin on the mower mount Fig 44 11 Install the thick washer and hairpin cotter to secure the mower Fig 44 12 Repe...

Page 33: ...dler pulley and the belt guide Fig 47 4 Remove the blade drive belt from the pulleys Installing the Blade Drive Belt 1 Install the new blade drive belt around the blade pulleys and under the belt guide on the idler pulley 2 Position the idler pulley belt guide so that it points toward the left 90 to the idler arm Fig 47 3 Tighten the mounting bolt and the locknut that secure the idler pulley and t...

Page 34: ...the Front to Rear Blade Slope Check the front to rear blade slope whenever you install the mower Before you check the slope set the air pressure in the tires to the recommended level refer to Checking the Tire Pressure on page 27 If the front of the mower is not within a range of 1 8 to 3 8 in 3 to 10 mm lower than the rear of the mower adjust the blade slope as follows 1 Park the tractor on a lev...

Page 35: ...slope is correct check the side to side level of the mower refer to Leveling the Mower from Side to Side on page 33 Washing the Underside of the Mower After each use wash the underside of the mower to prevent grass buildup for improved mulch action and clipping dispersal 1 Park the tractor on a level surface 2 Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake 3 Stop the engine remove the key and wait fo...

Page 36: ...uctions from stabilizer manufacture Do not use an alcohol based stabilizer ethanol or methanol Note A fuel stabilizer conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh gasoline and used at all times B Run engine for 5 minutes to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system C Stop the engine allow it to cool and drain the fuel tank refer to Draining the Fuel Tank on page 27 D Start the eng...

Page 37: ... SWITCH OPENS IN REVERSE SWITCH CLOSES WHEN KEY IS TURNED PTO SWITCH IS SHOWN IN OFF POSITION OR HEADLIGHT HARNESS GND OFF NO CONNECTION ON B I A AND X Y START B I S KEY SWITCH OR VIO R GREEN ORANGE BROWN PINK BLACK OVER RIDE LAMP SW6 REVERSE 1 2 5 4 7 8 PTO SWITCH SW2 SW7 LIGHT SWITCH 15A F1 2 3 5 4 1 K1 KILL RELAY CLOSED WHEN OPERATOR IS IN THE SEAT 15A F2 SW1 NEUTRAL SW SEAT SW4 CLUTCH NMIR MOD...

Page 38: ...gap is incorrect 5 Install a new correctly gapped spark plug 6 The choke is not closing 6 Adjust the throttle cable 7 There is dirt in the fuel filter 7 Replace the fuel filter 8 The idle speed is too low or the mixture is incorrect 8 Adjust the carburetor idle speed and idle mixture 9 Dirt water or stale fuel is in the fuel system 9 Contact an Authorized Service Dealer The engine loses power 1 Th...

Page 39: ...te pulley 5 The engine pulley is damaged 5 Contact an Authorized Service Dealer The blades do not rotate 1 The blade drive belt is worn loose or broken 1 Install a new blade drive belt 2 The blade drive belt is off of the pulley 2 Install the blade drive belt and check the idler pulley and belt guides for the correct position The tractor does not drive 1 The drive control is in the Push position 1...

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