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All Rights Reserved
Printed in the USA
2001 by The Toro Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420-1196
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Warning
Important The engine in this product is not equipped
with a spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California
Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this
engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or
grass-covered land as defined in CPRC 4126. Other states
or federal areas may have similar laws.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
Ce système d’allumage par étincelle de véhicule est
conforme à la norme NMB-002 du Canada.
Contents
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Introduction 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safe Operating Practices 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before Operating 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
While Operating 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sound Pressure Level 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vibration Level 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Slope Chart 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety and Instruction Decals 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setup 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loose Parts 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Rear Wheels 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Front Wheels 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Steering Wheel 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Bumper 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Seats 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Hitch 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Cargo Box 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Activating the Battery 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the Crankcase Oil 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the Tire Pressure 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Tank 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Think Safety First 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pre-Starting Checks 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Starting the Engine 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stopping the Vehicle 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking the Vehicle 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cargo Bed 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tailgate Latches 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
New Vehicle Break-In 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loading the Cargo Box 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transporting the Vehicle 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing the Vehicle 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing a Trailer 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recommended Maintenance Schedule 24. . . . . . . . .
Daily Maintenance Checklist 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heavy Duty Operation 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jacking the Vehicle 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Neutral Lock Assembly 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Engine Oil 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning the Engine Cooling Areas 28. . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Air Cleaner 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Greasing the Machine 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Brakes 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspecting the Tires 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Front Suspension 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Drive Belt 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Starter Generator Belt 31. . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting Front Wheel Toe-In 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Fuel System 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark Plugs 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the Transaxle Fluid 33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the Fuses 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the Headlights 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Battery 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washing the Vehicle 36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical Schematic 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Toro General Commercial Products Warranty 40. .
Introduction
Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and
maintain your product properly. The information in this
manual can help you and others avoid injury and product
damage. Although Toro designs and produces safe
products, you are responsible for operating the product
properly and safely.
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 illustrates
the location of the model and serial numbers on the
product.