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Form No. 3393-398 Rev B Greensmaster ® 3420 TriFlex ™ Traction Unit Model No. 04540—Serial No. 315000001 and Up g014597 *3393-398* B Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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Note emphasizes general information worthy of special product properly and safely. attention. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product. Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional...
Preparation Safety • While mowing, always wear substantial, slip-resistant footwear, long trousers, safety glasses, and hearing This machine has been designed in accordance with protection. Long hair, loose clothing, or jewelry may get EN ISO 5395:2013 and ANSI B71.4-2012 specifications tangled in moving parts.
• – disengage the power take-off and lower the Check carefully for overhead clearances (i.e. branches, attachments; doorways, electrical wires) before driving under any objects and do not contact them. – change into neutral and set the parking brake; • Keep the ROPS in safe operating condition by –...
• The operator must be skilled and trained in how to drive The following list contains safety information specific to Toro on hillsides. Failure to use caution on slopes or hills may products or other safety information that you must know that cause loss of control and cause the machine to tip or roll, is not included in the ANSI standards.
EN ISO 5395:2013. engine. Keep everyone away. • To ensure safety and accuracy, have an Authorized Toro Distributor check the maximum engine speed with a tachometer. Maximum governed engine speed should be 2900 rpm.
Safety and Instructional 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. 119-9343 115-8156 1. Reel height 3. 8 Blade cutting unit 5.
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121–6670 1. Engage the reels. 2. Disengage the reels. 115-8155 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual, do not prime or use starting fluid. 117–2718 115-8203 1. Read the Operator's 2. Radiator fan—50 Amp manual for fuse information. 121–5169 1. Throttle—slow 5. Functional control lever 9.
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121–5171 1. Choke 3. Engine run 2. Engine—start 4. Engine—stop 121–2641 1. Warning—read the 4. Tipping hazard—slow Operator’s Manual, do machine before turning, not operate this machine do not turn at high speeds. unless you are trained. 119-9346 2. Thrown object 5.
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121–2640 1. Warning—read the 4. Tipping hazard—do not Operator’s Manual, do drive across slopes greater not operate this machine than 15 degrees or down unless you are trained. slopes greater than 15 degrees. 2. Thrown object 5. Warning—lock the parking hazard—keep bystanders brake, stop the engine a safe distance from the...
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. Roll bar Bolt (1/2 x 3-3/4 inches) Install the roll bar. Flange-nut (1/2 inch) Seat-completion kit Install the seat to the base. Steering wheel Locknut (1-1/2 inches) Install the steering wheel.
Installing the Roll Bar Installing the Seat Parts needed for this procedure: Parts needed for this procedure: Seat-completion kit Roll bar Bolt (1/2 x 3-3/4 inches) Procedure Flange-nut (1/2 inch) Acquire your desired seat kit from your distributor and install it as directed in the instruction included with the kit.
Activating and Charging the Battery No Parts Required Procedure Use only electrolyte (1.265 specific gravity) to fill battery Figure 6 initially. 1. Electrolyte 1. Remove the fasteners and battery clamp and lift out the battery. 4. Allow approximately 20 to 30 minutes for the Important: Do not add electrolyte while the electrolyte to soak into the plates.
WARNING Battery terminals or metal tools could short against metal tractor components causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to Installing the Grass-Basket explode, resulting in personal injury. Hooks • When removing or installing the battery, do not allow the battery terminals to touch any metal parts of the tractor.
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3. The cutting unit is shipped without a front roller. Obtain a roller (Models 04625, 04626, or 04627) from your local Toro Distributor. Install the roller using the loose parts supplied with the cutting unit and installation instructions included with the roller.
9. With the latches on the suspension-arm bar pointing up (i.e., open) (Figure 12), push the suspension arm down so that the bar fits over the bar across the top of the cutting unit (Figure 13). g014609 Figure 12 1. Latch—closed position 3.
Product Overview Installing EU Decals Parts needed for this procedure: Warning decal 121–2640 Procedure If this machine will be used in the EU, affix the warning decal 121–2640 over warning decal 121–2641. g014674 Figure 15 1. Engine 5. Steering wheel 2.
g014603 Figure 16 G017975 Figure 18 1. Traction pedal—forward 3. Steering arm locking pedal 2. Traction pedal—reverse 1. Ignition switch 4. Throttle 2. Functional-control lever 5. InfoCenter 3. Raise/Lower Mow Control Raise/Lower Mow Control Moving the control (Figure 18) forward during operation lowers the cutting units and starts the reels.
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1200 52.2V n/min 1600 10,000.0 n/min G017943 Figure 19 1. Backlap switch—backlap 2. Backlap switch—mow position position G017947 Figure 21 1. Functional control status 3. PTO speed Using the InfoCenter LCD Display 2. Functional control status The InfoCenter LCD display shows information about your •...
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The Faults menu contains enabled. a list of the recent machine faults. Refer to the Service Settings Manual or your Authorized Toro Distributor for more Menu Item Description information on the Faults menu and the information Units Controls the units used on the contained there.
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Adjust the reel speed control as follows: 1. Select the height-of-cut at which the cutting units are For a list of faults, refer to your Authorized Toro Distributor set. or the Service Manual.
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Seat-Adjusting Lever The seat-adjusting lever is located on the front, right corner of the seat (Figure 23), allowing you to adjust the seat fore and aft. Push the lever to the left (towards the center), to release the lock and slide the seat. Note: If you need additional adjustment on the seat, you can remove the four bolts securing the seat to the base and move the seat to the second set of mounting holes provided.
A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. Figure 26 1.
Preferred oil: SAE 10W–30 • Alternate oil: SAE 15W–40 Toro Premium Engine oil is available from your distributor in the 10W–30 viscosity. See the parts catalog for part numbers. Note: The best time to check the engine oil is when the engine is cool before it has been started for the day.
Filling the Fuel Tank • Fuel filter plugging may be expected for a time after converting to biodiesel blends. Use only clean, fresh diesel fuel or biodiesel fuels with low • Contact your distributor if you wish for more information (<500 ppm) or ultra low (<15 ppm) sulfur content.
the coolant at the beginning of each day before starting the engine. CAUTION If the engine has been running, the pressurized, hot coolant can escape and cause burns. • Do not open the radiator cap when the engine is running. •...
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Filling the Hydraulic Tank Toro Premium All Season Hydraulic Fluid (Available in 5 gallon pails or 55 gallon drums. See parts catalog or Toro 1. Position the machine on a level surface. Make sure the distributor for part numbers.) machine has cooled down so the oil is cold.
Draining Water from the Fuel Checking the Reel-to-Bedknife Filter Contact Service Interval: Before each use or daily Each day before operating the machine, check the reel-to-bedknife contact, regardless if the quality of cut had 1. Position the machine on a level surface and stop the previously been acceptable.
Starting and Stopping the Installing and Removing the Cutting Units Machine Note: Inspect the areas beneath the mowers to be certain Installing the Cutting Units they are clear of debris. 1. Disconnect the cutting unit power disconnect couplers; Starting the Machine refer to Cutting Unit Power Disconnect Connectors (page...
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g014609 Figure 36 1. Latch—closed position 3. Latch—open position 2. Suspension-arm bar Figure 38 1. Reel motor 3. Cavity 2. Spline shaft 4. Motor-retaining bar 8. Mount a grass basket onto the basket hooks on the suspension arm. 9. Repeat this procedure for the other cutting units. 10.
7. Roll the cutting unit out from under the suspension arm. 8. Repeat steps through for the other cutting units as required. 9. Connect the cutting unit power disconnect couplers; refer to Cutting Unit Power Disconnect Connectors (page 24). Mowing Figure 39 Note: Before mowing greens with the machine, find a 1.
Note: At the end of the periphery cut, momentarily pull back on the raise/lower mow lever to shut the reels off without raising them. Continue moving forward until the reel stops rotating, then, drive off the green and raise the reels (This will help prevent dribbling grass onto the green while raising the reels).
In case of an emergency the machine can be towed for a short distance (less than 0.4 km (1/4 mile)). However, Toro does • Do not exceed a 15-degree angle between the not recommend this as standard procedure.
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g014627 Figure 43 1. Bypass valve—slot shown in closed (horizontal) position 2. Before starting the engine, close the bypass valve by rotating it so that the slot is horizontal (Figure 43). Do not start the engine when the valve is open.
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Note: Looking for an Electrical Schematic or Hydraulic Schematic for your machine? Download a free copy of the schematic by visiting www.Toro.com and searching for your machine from the Manuals link on the home page. CAUTION If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders.
Lubrication Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Cleaner Greasing the Generator Belt Tensioner Service Interval: Every 200 hours • Check the air-cleaner body for damage which could cause Service Interval: Every 400 hours an air leak. Replace if damaged. Check the whole intake system for leaks, damage or loose hose clamps.
4. Clean the dirt ejection port located in the removable 3. Screw the filter on by hand until the gasket contacts cover. Remove the rubber outlet valve from the cover, the filter adapter, then tighten 1/2 to 3/4 turn further. clean the cavity and replace the outlet valve.
Electrical System WARNING Maintenance Battery terminals or metal tools could short against metal tractor components causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting Servicing the Battery in personal injury. • When removing or installing the battery, do not WARNING allow the battery terminals to touch any metal parts of the tractor.
Locating the Fuses The fuses are located under the seat (Figure 50) and under the right arm cover (Figure 51). Figure 51 1. Fuses Fuse Layout 35 A g014617 Figure 50 35 A 35 A 1. Fuses 2. 50 A fuse for radiator fan (behind parts illustrated) Fuse Layout Lift Reel...
Adjusting the Transport Speed Drive System Maintenance The traction pedal is adjusted for maximum transport speed at the factory, but an adjustment may be required if the pedal reaches full stroke before it contacts the pedal stop, or if a decrease in transport speed is desired.
Adjusting the Mowing Speed Cooling System Maintenance The mow speed is set to 3.8 mph at the factory. The forward moving speed can be adjusted from 0 to 8 km/h (0 to 5 mph). Cleaning the Radiator Screen 1. Loosen the jam nut on the trunnion bolt (Figure 55).
Brake Maintenance Belt Maintenance Adjusting the Brakes Adjusting the Alternator Belt If the brake fails to hold the machine while parked, you can Service Interval: After the first 8 hours adjust the brakes using the bulkhead fitting near the brake Make sure the belt is properly tensioned to ensure proper drum;...
Every 800 hours and fittings are tight before applying pressure to the hydraulic system. If the oil becomes contaminated, contact your local Toro distributor because the system must be flushed. Contaminated • Keep your body and hands away from pin oil looks milky or black when compared to clean oil.
Cutting Unit Maintenance engine. After completing adjustments, repeat steps through 9. 12. Repeat the procedure for all cutting units you want to Backlapping the Reels backlap. 13. When finished, return the backlap switch to the forward WARNING (F) position, replace the cover, and wash all lapping Contact with the reels or other moving parts can compound off of the cutting units.
Storage If you wish to store the machine for a long period of time, the following steps should be performed prior to storage: 1. Remove accumulations of dirt and old grass clippings. Sharpen the reels and bedknives, if necessary; refer to the Cutting Unit Operator's Manual.
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Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.