Toro ProLine 30167 Operator's Manual

Mid-size 12.5 hp traction unit
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Form No. 3323-885
ProLine Mid-Size
12.5 HP Traction Unit
30167—200000001 & Up
Operator's Manual
Domestic English (EN)
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  • Page 1 Form No. 3323-885 ProLine Mid-Size 12.5 HP Traction Unit 30167—200000001 & Up Operator’s Manual Domestic English (EN)
  • Page 2 The warning system in this manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied help you and others avoid personal injury, even death. with your new product, so feel free to contact your...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Page Page Safety ....... . . Maintenance ......Safe Operating Practices .
  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety This machine meets or exceeds CPSC blade safety Preparation requirements for rotary mowers and the Evaluate the terrain to determine what B71.4 1999 specifications of the American accessories and attachments are needed to National Standards Institute, in effect at time of properly and safely perform the job.
  • Page 5: Maintenance And Storage

    Safety Operation Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of a clear path. Never run an engine in an enclosed area. Never carry passengers and keep pets and Only operate in good light, keeping away from bystanders away. holes and hidden hazards.
  • Page 6 Always look down and behind before The following list contains safety information and while backing. specific to Toro products or other safety information that you must know that is not included in the ANSI Be aware of the mower discharge direction and standards.
  • Page 7: Slope Operation

    Safety Do not touch equipment or attachment parts When operating machine on slopes, banks or which may be hot from operation. Allow to cool near drop offs, always have ROPS (roll over before attempting to maintain, adjust or service. protection) installed. Before operating a machine with ROPS (roll When operating a machine with ROPS (roll over over protection) be certain the seat belts are...
  • Page 8 Safety Use only genuine replacement parts to ensure that original standards are maintained. Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Protect your face, eyes and clothing when working with a battery.
  • Page 9: Slope Chart

    Safety Slope Chart Read all safety instructions on pages 2–7.
  • Page 11: Safety And Instruction Decals

    Safety 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.
  • Page 12: Gasoline And Oil

    Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for POTENTIAL HAZARD automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded When fueling, under certain circumstances, regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is a static charge can develop, igniting the not available.
  • Page 13: Stabilizer/Conditioner

    Gasoline and Oil Stabilizer/Conditioner Filling the Fuel Tank Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to Shut the engine off. provide the following benefits: Clean around the fuel tank cap and remove the Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days cap.
  • Page 14: Set-Up

    Install fuel tank and control panel Lock washer 5/16” Washer 5/16” Hose clamp Screw (self-tapping) Star washer Connect wire harness Wire tie Operator’s Manual Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Parts catalog Fill out and return to Toro Registration card...
  • Page 15: Install Shift Lever

    Set-Up Install Shift Lever Mount Control Panel and Fuel Tank Align mounting block with flats of shaft on top of transmission and slide onto shaft (Fig. 1). Slide control panel over shift lever and under bottom of rear frame (Fig. 2). Align fuel tank to Note: DO NOT remove rubber washer on top of rear frame (Fig.
  • Page 16: Install Upper Handle

    Set-Up Install Upper Handle Connect Throttle Cable Align upper handle mounting holes with desired Place throttle control lever in FAST position.(Fig. 5). mounting holes in rear frame (upper or lower set Hook wire Z–bend into hole of speed control lever of holes) (Fig.
  • Page 17: Connect Wire Harness

    Set-Up Connect Wire Harness Install Control Rods Secure clutch and engine in–line wire connectors Thread rod fittings equal distance onto each (Fig. 6). control rod. For a starting point thread on approximately 2 in. (51 mm) (Fig. 7). Secure remaining wires to one of three holes in frame, at rear of engine, with self-tapping screw Slide clevis pins through rod fittings and and star washer (Fig.
  • Page 18 Set-Up Check the gap between upper control bar and Check parking brake adjustment. Brake rods fixed bar with wheel drive fully engaged. Gap should be adjusted so parking brake lever is snug should be approximately 1 to 1-1/4 in. when swung into position against the fixed bar (25–32 mm) (Fig.
  • Page 19: Operation

    Operation Think Safety First Recoil Starter – Pull recoil Starter handle to start engine. Please carefully read all the safety instructions and Fuel Shut–off Valve – (Under fuel tank) Close fuel symbols in the safety section. Knowing this shut–off valve when transporting or storing mower. information could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury.
  • Page 20: Parking Brake

    Operation Parking Brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. Setting the Parking Brake Pull the upper control bar (Fig. 11) rearward and hold it in this position. Lift the parking brake lock (Fig. 11) up and gradually release the upper control bar.
  • Page 21: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    Operation Starting and Stopping the Engine Starting Make sure spark plug wire(s) are installed on spark plug(s) and fuel valve is open. Move the shift lever to neutral, set the parking brake and turn ignition key to RUN. m–4184 Move the throttle control to CHOKE position Figure 12 before starting a cold engine.
  • Page 22: Operating Mower Blade Control (Pto)

    Operation Operating Mower Blade The Safety Interlock System Control (PTO) Understanding the Safety Interlock System The blade control switch (PTO) in conjunction with the blade control bail engages and disengages power The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the to the electric clutch and mower blades.
  • Page 23: Driving Forward Or Backward

    Operation Driving Forward or Backward Backward To go backward, move the shift lever to reverse The throttle control regulates the engine speed as gear. measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle control in the “FAST” position for best Release the parking brake: refer to Releasing the performance.
  • Page 24: Lower Control Bar Operation

    Operation Lower Control Bar Operation This procedure is for driving up a curb. This can be performed while driving forward or backward. Disengage the mower blades. POTENTIAL HAZARD m–4185 A blade can be bent or damaged when Figure 16 driving up a curb. Blades could break 1.
  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Service Operation Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Service Oil—check level Oil—change* Initial Oil Filter—change (200 hours or every other oil change) Safety System—check Brake—check Wheel Bearings—grease* Transmission Couplings—grease* Foam Air Cleaner—service* Paper Air Cleaner—replace* Spark Plug(s)—check Belts—check for wear/cracks Electric Clutch–Adjust...
  • Page 26: Air Cleaner

    Maintenance Air Cleaner Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements Foam Element Service Interval/Specification A. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 warm water. When the element is clean, operating hours. rinse it thoroughly. Paper Element: Replace after every 100 operating B.
  • Page 27: Engine Oil

    Maintenance Paper Element Engine Oil A. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to Service Interval/Specification remove dust and dirt (Fig. 19). Change oil: B. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and damage to the rubber seal. After the first 8 operating hours.
  • Page 28 Maintenance Checking Oil Level Changing/Draining Oil Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, warms the oil so it drains better. and turn the ignition key to “OFF”...
  • Page 29 Maintenance Change Oil Filter Service Interval/Specification Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other oil change. Note: Change oil filter more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing/Draining Oil, page 24.
  • Page 30: Spark Plug

    Maintenance Spark Plug Checking the Spark Plug Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 24). Service Interval/Specification If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating Check the spark plug(s) after every 200 operating on the insulator usually means the air cleaner is hours.
  • Page 31: Greasing And Lubrication

    Maintenance Greasing and Lubrication Lubricate the transmission couplers (Fig. 26). Service Interval/Specification Grease the wheel bearings every 8 operating hours and the transmission couplers every 250 operating hours. Grease more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Grease Type: General-purpose grease. How to Grease m–4189 Figure 26...
  • Page 32: Brake

    Maintenance Brake Adjusting the Brake The brake lever is on the upper control bar (Fig. 10). Before each use, check brakes for proper operation. If the parking brake does not hold securely or the control bar is not parallel with the fixed bar, an Always set the parking brake when you stop the adjustment is required.
  • Page 33: Fuel Tank

    Maintenance Fuel Tank Draining The Fuel Tank POTENTIAL HAZARD In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. m–1717 WHAT CAN HAPPEN Figure 29 A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, others, and cause property damage. 1. Fuel shut-off valve 2.
  • Page 34: Fuel Filter

    Maintenance Fuel Filter Replacing the Drive Belt Service Interval/Specification Remove top capscrew securing idler support and idler bracket to rear frame (Fig. 31). Replace the fuel filter after every 100 operating hours Loosen bottom two mounting screws enough to or yearly, whichever occurs first. allow belt to pass between drive pulley and idler support (Fig.
  • Page 35: Replacing The Traction Belt

    Maintenance Replacing the Traction Belt Adjusting the Electric Clutch Raise the front of the machine and hold with The clutch is adjustable to ensure proper engagement jack stands. and proper braking. Check adjustment after every 100 hours of operation. Disconnect in–line wire connector from wire harness to electric clutch.
  • Page 36: Wiring Diagram

    Maintenance Wiring Diagram...
  • Page 37: Cleaning And Storage

    Maintenance Cleaning and Storage manufacturer. (1 oz. per gallon). Do not use an alcohol based stabilizer (ethanol or methanol). Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most “OFF”...
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine will not start, starts hard, or Fuel tank is empty. Fill fuel tank with gasoline. f il fails to keep running. Choke is not ON. Move choke lever to ON. Air cleaner is dirty. Clean or replace air cleaner element.
  • Page 39 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Machine does not drive. Shift lever is in NEUTRAL. Move shift lever to a drive gear position. Traction belt is worn, loose or Change Belt. broken. Traction belt is off pulley. Change Belt.
  • Page 42: Warranty

    What Is Covered By This Express Warranty? analysis of the defect in materials or workmanship or if you need a referral to a TORO ProLine Service Dealer, please feel free to The Toro Company promises to repair any TORO Product...

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