Toro 30856 Groundsmaster 4500-D User Manual

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Contents
Page
Introduction 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safe Operating Practices 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Toro Riding Mower Safety 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sound Pressure Level 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sound Power Level 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vibration Level 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety and Instruction Decals 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Traction Unit Specifications 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Measurements 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional Equipment 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setup 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loose Parts 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Seat, Seat Belt, and Manual Tube 14. .
Greasing the Machine 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before Operating 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the Engine Oil 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the Cooling System 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling the Fuel Tank 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the Hydraulic Fluid 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the Planetary Gear Drive Oil 17. . . . . . . . .
Checking the Rear Axle Lubricant 18. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Tire Pressure 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the Torque of the Wheel Nuts 18. . . . . . . .
Operation 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting and Stopping the Engine 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bleeding the Fuel System 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the Interlock Switches 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pushing or Towing the Machine 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jacking Points 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tie Downs 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Characteristics 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Tips 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Standard Control Module (SCM) 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recommended Maintenance Schedule 28. . . . . . . . .
Daily Maintenance Checklist 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Interval Chart 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Greasing the Bearings and Bushings 31. . . . . . . . . . .
Hood Removal 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Air Cleaner 33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Engine Oil and Filter 34. . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Fuel System 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bleeding Air from the Injectors 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Engine Cooling System 36. . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Alternator Belt 36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Throttle 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Spark Arrestor Muffler 37. . . . . . . . . .
Changing the Hydraulic Fluid 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the Hydraulic Filters 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the Hydraulic Lines and Hoses 38. . . . . . .
Hydraulic System Test Ports 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting Counterbalance 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Traction Drive for Neutral 40. . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Service Brakes 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the Planetary Gear Drive Oil 41. . . . . . . . .
Changing the Rear Axle Lubricant 41. . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the Rear Wheel Toe-In 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Charging and Connecting the Battery 42. . . . . . . . . .
Battery Care 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuses 44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical Schematic 45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hydraulic Schematic 46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparing for Seasonal Storage 47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Toro General Commercial Products Warranty 48. . .

Toro 30856 Groundsmaster 4500-D Specifications

General

Brand	Toro
Model	30856 Groundsmaster 4500-D
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English