Page 3 - SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES; California Proposition 65 Warning:
3 SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manualbefore attempting to operate this machine. F...
Page 4 - SLOPE OPERATION
4 19. Slow down before turning. Operate the machine smoothly. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed. 20. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and wait until the blade(s) come to a complete stop before removing grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or...
Page 7 - SECTION 2: SAFETY LABELS
7 SECTION 2: SAFETY LABELS Safety labels found on your lawn tractor are illustrated below (3/4 actual size). Always follow their instructions and head their warnings. The label part number is listed below each. If you discover a safety label is scratched, damaged or missing, order a replacement imme...
Page 8 - SECTION 3: SLOPE GAUGE; IGHTANDHOLDTHISLEVELWITHAVERTICALTREE; &OLDALONGDOTTEDLINEREPRESENTSASLOPE
8 SECTION 3: SLOPE GAUGE 3IGHTANDHOLDTHISLEVELWITHAVERTICALTREE ORACORNEROFABUILDING ORAFENCEPOST &OLDALONGDOTTEDLINEREPRESENTSASLOPE
Page 9 - Attaching The Steering Wheel; Attaching the Battery Cables; Tools Required
9 SECTION 4: TRACTOR SET-UP Gas and Oil Fill-up The gasoline tank is located under the hood and has a capacity of 3 gallons. Do not overfill. WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremelyflammable and the vapors are explosive.Never fuel machine indoors or while theengine is...
Page 10 - Tire Pressure; Attaching The Seat; Shipping Brace Removal
10 Tire Pressure WARNING: Maximum tire pressure under any circumstances is 30 psi. Equal tirepressure should be maintained at all times. The tires on your unit may be over-inflated for shipping purposes. Reduce the tire pressure before operating the tractor. Recommended operating tire pressure is ap...
Page 11 - Setting the Gauge Wheels
11 Setting the Gauge Wheels Tools Required (2) 9/16" wrenches Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height notches on the right fender. Adjust the deck wheels so that they are between ¼-inch and ½-inch above the ground a...
Page 12 - SECTION 5: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR
12 SECTION 5: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR Figure 6 NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator’s position. A Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter G Throttle / Choke Control B PTO (Blade Engage) Lever H Ignition Switch Module C Parking Brake Lever ...
Page 14 - Systems Indicator Monitor / Hour Meter; LCD; Brake; Battery; ON
14 Systems Indicator Monitor / Hour Meter LCD Located in the center of the tractor’s console, the systems indicator monitor records, and displays on its LCD, hours of tractor operation whenever the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position. The Indicator Monitor will also remind the operator ...
Page 15 - OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR; Safety Interlock System; Reverse Caution Mode
15 SECTION 6: OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR Safety Interlock System This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator. Before each use, check the safety interlock system for proper operation. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the t...
Page 16 - Starting the Engine; Stopping the Engine; Driving The Tractor
16 Starting the Engine WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning. Thissystem was designed for your safety andprotection. NOTE: Refer to the TRACTOR SET-UP on page 9 of this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions. • Insert the tractor key into the ignitio...
Page 17 - Setting The Cruise Control; Engaging the Parking Brake; Engaging the Blades; Mowing
17 Setting The Cruise Control NOTE: The cruise control feature should only be utilized while traveling in the forward direction. • Slowly depress the drive pedal until the desired speed is achieved. • Lightly depress the cruise control lever. • While continuing to hold the cruise lever down, lift yo...
Page 18 - SECTION 7: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS; Seat Adjustment; Leveling the Deck; Front To Rear
18 SECTION 7: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, Seat Adjustment To adjust the position of the seat, loosen the two knobs on the bottom of the seat. See Figure 9. Slide the seat forward or rearward as desired. Retighten the two knobs. Figur...
Page 19 - Side to Side; Parking Brake Adjustment
19 Side to Side If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows: • With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the deck lift lever in the top notch (highest position) and rotate both blades so that they are per...
Page 20 - Steering Adjustment
20 Steering Adjustment If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other, or if the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or wear, the steering drag links may need to be adjusted. Adjust the drag links so that equal lengths are threaded into the ball joint on the left side and the ...
Page 21 - SECTION 8: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR; Engine; Changing Engine Oil; Cleaning the Engine And Deck
21 SECTION 8: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR NOTE: Refer to Maintenance Chart on page 28 for a reference of recommended maintenance intervals. WARNING: Before performing any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, setparking brake, stop engine and remove key toprevent unintended starting. Engine Maint...
Page 22 - Lubrication; Front Wheels
22 Lubrication WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, setparking brake, stop engine and remove key toprevent unintended starting. Engine Refer to Engine on page 21 for instruction regarding all engine-related lubrication. Front Wheels Each of the front wheel axl...
Page 24 - Jump Starting
24 IMPORTANT: When replacing the blade, be sure to install the blade with the side of the blade marked ‘‘Bottom’’ (or with a part number stamped in it) facing the ground when the mower is in the operating position. IMPORTANT: Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade spindle hex flange nut to between...
Page 25 - Changing The Transmission Drive Belt; Changing the Deck Belt; Changing the Lower Deck Belt (Model LX460 only)
25 • Pull the deck support pin outward to release the deck from the deck lift arm. See Figure 20. Figure 20 • Repeat the above steps on the tractor’s right side. • Move the deck lift lever into the top notch to raise the deck lift arms up and out of the way. • Gently slide the cutting deck toward th...
Page 28 - SECTION 11: MAINTENANCE CHART
28 SECTION 11: MAINTENANCE CHART Before Each Use After Initial 24 Hours Every 10 Hours Every 25 Hours Every 100 Hours Every Season Prior to Storing Clean Hood/Dash Louvers Check Engine Oil Level Clean and Re-oil AirFilter’s Foam Precleaner Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil & Filter Cl...
Page 29 - SECTION 12: TROUBLESHOOTING
29 SECTION 12: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO (Blade Engage) lever engaged.Parking brake not engaged.Spark plug wire(s) disconnected.Throttle/choke control not in correct starting position.Choke not activatedFuel tank empty, or stale fuel.Blocke...
Page 31 - Evaporative Emission Control Warranty Statement; Introduction
31 Evaporative Emission Control Warranty Statement California Evaporative Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations Introduction The California Air Resources Board and The Toro® Company are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system’s warranty on your 2...
Page 32 - The Toro company; MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR; Customer Care Department of the Toro Warranty Company,
32 IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of purchase and applicable maintenance records to the servicing dealer. Please see the operator’s manual for information on required maintenance and service intervals. The limited warranty set forth below is given by The ...
