Toro GrandStand 72504TE, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...Form No 3435 563 Rev A GrandStand Mower With 122cm TURBO FORCE Cutting Unit Model No 72504TE Serial No 400000000 and Up Register at www Toro com Original Instructions EN 3435 563 A ...

Page 2: ... 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 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product Write the numbers in the space provided Important With your mobile device you can scan the QR code on the serial number decal if equipped t...

Page 3: ...s 30 Engine Maintenance 30 Engine Safety 30 Servicing the Air Cleaner 30 Servicing the Engine Oil 31 Servicing the Spark Plug 33 Checking the Spark Arrester 34 Fuel System Maintenance 35 Draining the Fuel Tank 35 Removing the Fuel Tank 35 Replacing the Fuel Filter 36 Electrical System Maintenance 36 Electrical System Safety 36 Servicing the Battery 36 Servicing the Fuses 38 Drive System Maintenanc...

Page 4: ...can result in injury To reduce the potential for injury comply with these safety instructions and always pay attention to the safety alert symbol which means Caution Warning or Danger personal safety instruction Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury or death Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are l...

Page 5: ... on torquing the blade bolt nut to 75 to 81 N m 55 to 60 ft lb decal131 1180 131 1180 1 Read the Operator s Manual 3 Bagging setting 2 Short light grass dry conditions 4 Tall dense grass wet conditions decal131 3507 131 3507 1 Read the Operator s Manual 2 Belt tensioner decal131 3521 131 3521 1 Height of cut decal131 3524 131 3524 1 Read the Operator s Manual 3 Cold fluid level 2 Transmission flui...

Page 6: ...y from moving parts 2 Thrown object hazard open baffle only operate the machine with a baffle or a grass collector 4 Entanglement hazard keep away from moving parts keep all guards and shields in place decal133 4641 133 4641 1 Warning do not carry passengers decal133 4665 133 4665 1 Tipping hazard do not operate up slopes greater than 10 do not operate across slopes greater than 15 decal136 0505 1...

Page 7: ...aring protection 8 Tipping hazard do not use dual ramps when loading onto a trailer use 1 ramp wide enough for the machine back up the ramp when loading the machine and drive forward off the ramp when unloading 4 Thrown object hazard lower the deflector before operating the machine 9 Tipping hazard do not use the machine near drop offs or on slopes stay at least 2 widths of the machine away from d...

Page 8: ... 10 Platform latch 4 Hydraulic tank cap 11 Right motion control lever 5 Hour meter 12 Power takeoff switch PTO 6 Key switch 13 Left motion control lever 7 Throttle control Power Takeoff Switch PTO Use the power takeoff switch PTO to engage and disengage mower blades or start and stop powered attachments Figure 4 refer to Operating the Mower Blade Control Switch PTO page 14 Hour Meter The hour mete...

Page 9: ...motion control levers to drive the machine forward reverse and turn either direction Figure 4 Fuel Shutoff Valve Close the fuel shutoff valve when transporting or storing the machine refer to Using the Fuel Shutoff Valve page 22 Specifications Note Specifications and design are subject to change without notice Cutting width 122 cm 48 inches Width side discharge machines with deflector down 163 cm ...

Page 10: ...p it out of the reach of children Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed Long term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors Keep your hands and face away from the nozzle and the fuel tank opening Keep fuel away from your eyes and skin Do not store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame spark or pilot light such as on a water hea...

Page 11: ...tenance Before starting the machine each day perform the Each Use Daily procedures listed in Maintenance page 25 Breaking in a New Machine New engines take time to develop full power Mower decks and drive systems have higher friction when new placing additional load on the engine Allow 40 to 50 hours of break in time for new machines to develop full power and best performance Using the Safety Inte...

Page 12: ...g press the ON position on the PTO switch without holding either motion control lever to the center unlocked position Note The blades attachment should not engage During Operation During Operation Safety General Safety The owner operator can prevent and is responsible for accidents that may cause personal injury or property damage Wear appropriate clothing including eye protection long pants subst...

Page 13: ...slope operation Operating the machine on any slope requires extra caution Before using the machine on a slope do the following Review and understand the slope instructions in the manual and on the machine Evaluate the site conditions of the day to determine if the slope is safe for machine operation Use common sense and good judgment when performing this evaluation Changes in the terrain such as m...

Page 14: ...fer to Adjusting the Brakes page 43 Pull the parking brake lever rearward to engage it Figure 8 Push the parking brake lever forward to disengage it g009465 Figure 8 1 Parking brake engaged 2 Parking brake disengaged Operating the Mower Blade Control Switch PTO Use the blade control switch PTO in conjunction with the motion control levers to engage and disengage the mower blades Engaging the Mower...

Page 15: ...ure 9 without pressing the OFF position first Operating the Throttle You can move the throttle control between FAST and SLOW positions Figure 12 Always use the FAST position when engaging the PTO g008946 Figure 12 Operating the Choke Use the choke to start a cold engine 1 Pull up the choke knob to engage the choke before using the key switch Figure 13 2 Push down the choke knob to disengage the ch...

Page 16: ...the first time after you have filled a completely empty fuel system with fuel g031239 Figure 14 g031281 Figure 15 Starting the Engine Important Do not engage the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time If the engine fails to start wait 15 seconds between attempts Failure to follow these instructions can burn out the starter motor Note You may need to repeat the cycle for starting the engine when...

Page 17: ...wering or raising the operator platform Make sure that the platform is supported when you pull the latch pin out Make sure that the latch secures the platform when folding it up Push it tight against the cushion for the latch pin to lock into place Keep bystanders away from the machine when raising or lowering the platform Operating the Machine with the Platform Up Operate the machine with the pla...

Page 18: ... machine before making sharp turns Driving Forward 1 Disengage the parking brake refer to Operating the Parking Brake page 14 2 Move the motion control levers to the center unlocked position g030983 Figure 19 1 Front reference bar 4 Right control lever 2 Left control lever 5 Right control lever in the NEUTRAL LOCK position 3 Rear reference bar 6 Left control lever in the NEUTRAL LOCK position 3 Sl...

Page 19: ...bly mounted in place you and others are exposed to blade contact and thrown debris Contact with rotating mower blade s and thrown debris cause injury or death Do not remove the grass deflector from the machine because the grass deflector routes material down toward the turf If the grass deflector is ever damaged replace it immediately Never put your hands or feet under the machine Never try to cle...

Page 20: ...an adjust the mower discharge flow for different types of mowing conditions Position the cam lock and baffle to provide the best quality of cut 1 Disengage the PTO move the motion control levers to the NEUTRAL LOCK position and engage the parking brake 2 Shut off the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 To adjust the baffle loosen the ...

Page 21: ...e this position for the following In short light grass mowing conditions In dry conditions Smaller grass clippings Propels grass clippings farther away from the mower g012677 Figure 24 Position B Use this position when bagging Figure 25 g012678 Figure 25 Position C This is the full open position Figure 26 Use this position for the following In tall dense grass mowing conditions In wet conditions L...

Page 22: ...tting units mufflers and engine compartment to help prevent fires Clean up oil or fuel spills Shut off the fuel before storing or transporting the machine Disengage the PTO whenever you are transporting or not using the machine Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame spark or pilot light such as on a water heater or on other appliances Use full width ramps for loadin...

Page 23: ...w moving vehicle emblem is dangerous and can lead to accidents causing personal injury Do not drive the machine on a public street or roadway Selecting a Trailer WARNING Loading a machine onto a trailer or truck increases the possibility of tip over and could cause serious injury or death Figure 29 Use only a full width ramp do not use individual ramps for each side of the machine Ensure that the ...

Page 24: ...ect it to the towing vehicle and connect the safety chains 2 If applicable connect the trailer brakes and lights 3 Lower the ramp Figure 29 4 Raise the platform Important Always keep the platform up when loading and unloading the machine 5 Back the machine up the ramp Figure 30 g031405 Figure 30 1 Back the machine up the ramp 2 Walk the machine down the ramp 6 Shut off the engine remove the key an...

Page 25: ...or fuel spills Check the grass catcher components frequently and replace them when they are worn or damaged Do not rely on a hydraulic system to support the machine support the machine with jack stands whenever you raise the machine Keep all parts in good working condition and all hydraulic fittings tight Replace all worn damaged or missing parts and decals Keep all fasteners tight to ensure that ...

Page 26: ...eplace the transmission belt Before storage Paint chipped surfaces Perform all maintenance procedures listed above before storage Paint chipped surfaces Perform all maintenance procedures listed above before storage Yearly Grease the torsion idler Grease the front caster pivots more often in dirty or dusty conditions Grease the caster wheel hubs Grease the motion controls Apply anti seize compound...

Page 27: ... 34 Removing the Guard Extension 1 Open the engine guard refer to Opening the Engine Guard page 27 2 Remove the 2 bolts 5 16 x 1 inch and belt guard Figure 35 g279540 Figure 35 1 Bolt 5 16 x 1 inch 2 2 Belt guard 3 Remove the hex nut 5 16 inch nut 5 16 inch securing the guard extension to the carriage bolts Figure 36 Remove the guard extension g270365 Figure 36 1 Hex nut 5 16 inch 3 Nut 5 16 2 Gua...

Page 28: ...gine Guard page 27 2 Remove the idler cover Figure 37 g306252 Figure 37 1 Idler cover 2 Bolt 3 Grease the torsion idler on the mower deck using high temperature grease at the grease fitting shown in Figure 38 g301302 Figure 38 1 Grease fitting 4 Install the idler cover Figure 37 5 Close the engine guard refer to Opening the Engine Guard page 27 Greasing the Front Caster Pivots Service Interval Yea...

Page 29: ...the wrench flats facing outward Note Do not thread the spacer nut all of the way onto the end of the axle Leave approximately 3 mm 1 8 inch from the outer surface of the spacer nut to the end of the axle inside the nut 10 Insert the assembled nut and axle into the wheel on the side of the wheel with the new seal and bearing 11 With the open end of the wheel facing up fill the area inside the wheel...

Page 30: ...itions Every 250 hours Check the inner air filter more often in dirty or dusty conditions Every 500 hours Replace the inner air filter more often in dirty or dusty conditions Removing the Filters 1 Disengage the PTO move the motion control levers to the NEUTRAL LOCK position and engage the parking brake 2 Shut off the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the o...

Page 31: ...ed by pushing on the outer rim while installing it Important Do not press on the soft inside area of the filter 4 Install the air cleaner cover with the breather cap down and rotate so that the retaining clamps lock the cover in place Figure 41 5 Close the engine guard refer to Opening the Engine Guard page 27 Servicing the Engine Oil Engine Oil Specifications Oil Type Detergent oil API service SJ...

Page 32: ...drains completely 2 Disengage the PTO move the motion control levers to the NEUTRAL LOCK position and engage the parking brake 3 Shut off the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 4 Change the engine oil as shown in Figure 44 g031341 g031447 Figure 44 5 Slowly pour approximately 80 of the specified oil into the filler tube and slowly add ...

Page 33: ...e 46 Note Ensure that the oil filter gasket touches the engine then rotate the filter an extra 3 4 turn 3 Fill the crankcase with the proper type of new oil refer to Engine Oil Specifications page 31 Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval Every 100 hours Ensure that the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug Use a spark plug wrench for removin...

Page 34: ...49 Checking the Spark Arrester For Machines with a Spark Arrester Service Interval Every 50 hours WARNING Hot exhaust system components may ignite fuel vapors even after you shut off the engine Hot particles exhausted during engine operation may ignite flammable materials resulting in personal injury or property damage Do not refuel or run the engine unless the spark arrester is installed 1 Park t...

Page 35: ...O move the motion control levers to the NEUTRAL LOCK position and engage the parking brake 2 Shut off the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Clean around the fuel cap to prevent debris from getting into the fuel tank Figure 50 4 Remove the fuel cap 5 Insert a syphon pump into the fuel tank 6 Using the syphon pump drain the fuel into ...

Page 36: ...irst and the positive terminal last Connect the positive terminal first and negative last Charge the battery in an open well ventilated area away from sparks and flames Unplug the charger before connecting or disconnecting the battery Wear protective clothing and use insulated tools Servicing the Battery Service Interval Every 100 hours Always keep the battery clean and fully charged Use a paper t...

Page 37: ... electrolyte level 3 Ensure that the filler caps are installed on the battery 4 Charge the battery for 1 hour at 25 to 30 A or 6 hours at 4 to 6 A 5 When the battery is fully charged unplug the charger from the electrical outlet and disconnect the charger leads from the battery posts Figure 54 6 Install the battery onto the machine and connect the battery cables refer to Installing the Battery pag...

Page 38: ...he engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Release the operator cushion from the rear of the machine 4 If you need to access the charge fuse remove the fuel tank refer to Removing the Fuel Tank page 35 5 Pull out the fuse and replace it Figure 56 g301335 Figure 56 1 Key switch fuse 15 A 4 Hour meter 7 5 A 2 Accessory port 15 A 5 Charge fu...

Page 39: ...l rod to match the left wheel speed to the right wheel speed Do not adjust the right wheel speed as this positions the right motion control lever out of the center for the control panel neutral lock slot Important Do not rotate the control rod too far as this may cause the machine to creep in neutral g031531 Figure 57 1 Rotate left to lengthen the rod 3 Rotate right to shorten the rod 2 Left contr...

Page 40: ...anner bushing If the bearing is kept well lubricated wear will be minimal Failure to keep the bearing well lubricated causes rapid wear A wobbly caster wheel usually indicates a worn bearing 1 Remove the locknut and wheel bolt holding the caster wheel to the caster fork Figure 60 g009453 Figure 60 1 Locknut 4 Roller bearing 2 Bushing 5 Caster wheel 3 Spanner bushing 6 Wheel bolt 2 Remove 1 bushing...

Page 41: ...Figure 62 4 Check the condition of the wire harness leads connectors and terminals Clean or repair them as necessary 5 Verify that 12 V is present at the clutch connector when the you engage the PTO switch 6 Measure the gap between the rotor and armature If the gap is greater than 1 mm 0 04 inch proceed with the following steps A Loosen both brake mounting bolts 1 2 to 1 full turn as shown in Figu...

Page 42: ...oceed to the safety check in step F F Perform the following safety check i Start the engine from the operator s position ii Make sure that the blades do not engage when the PTO switch is in the OFF position and the clutch is disengaged Note If the clutch does not disengage install the shim and refer to Troubleshooting page 56 iii Engage and disengage the PTO switch 10 consecutive times to ensure t...

Page 43: ...the debris and grass from the engine parts 5 Install the air intake screen and fan housing Figure 67 g031343 Figure 67 1 Guard and engine air intake screen 2 Fan housing Brake Maintenance Testing the Parking Brake Service Interval Before each use or daily Before each use test the parking brake on both a level surface and slope Always engage the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it u...

Page 44: ...ng position 3 Open the engine guard refer to Opening the Engine Guard page 27 4 Remove the guard extension refer to Removing the Guard Extension page 27 5 Remove the 4 carriage bolts and 4 nuts connecting the 2 side covers to the belt covers Figure 69 g033762 Figure 69 Right side cover shown 1 Belt cover 3 Side cover 2 Nut 4 Carriage bolt 6 Remove the bolt connecting the 2 belt covers Figure 70 g0...

Page 45: ...drain from the machine 5 Remove the lower hydraulic hose Figure 74 g031345 Figure 74 1 Lower hydraulic hose 3 Tension spring 2 Transmission belt 6 Remove the tension spring Figure 74 CAUTION The spring is under tension when installed and can cause personal injury Wear safety glasses and be careful when removing the spring 7 Remove the transmission belt from the clutch and clutch stop Figure 74 8 I...

Page 46: ... lever 3 Check the horizontal alignment here 2 Right motion control lever in the Neutral lock position 4 Right motion control lever Note To adjust the right motion control lever horizontally adjust the cam 5 Release the cushion from the rear of the machine 6 Loosen the nut holding the cam Figure 76 g031538 Figure 76 1 Cam 2 Nut 7 Adjust the cam until it aligns with the left motion control lever an...

Page 47: ...ine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Wait for the machine to cool 4 Clean the area around the cap and the filler neck of the hydraulic tank Figure 77 g301336 Figure 77 1 Hydraulic tank cap 2 Cold fluid level 5 Remove the cap from the filler neck Figure 77 Note Look inside to check the fluid level in the reservoir 6 Add fluid to the reserv...

Page 48: ...fluid in the hydraulic tank so that you do not overfill it 13 Tighten the vent plugs 14 Install the hydraulic tank cap 15 Install the fuel tank 16 Start the engine and let it run for about 2 minutes to purge air from the system 17 Shut off the engine and check for leaks Note If 1 or both wheels do not drive refer to Bleeding the Hydraulic System page 48 Bleeding the Hydraulic System The traction s...

Page 49: ... the parking brake 2 Shut off the engine remove the key and disconnect the spark plug wires from the spark plugs Inspecting the Blades Service Interval Before each use or daily 1 Inspect the cutting edges Figure 80 2 If the edges are not sharp or have nicks remove and sharpen the blade refer to Sharpening the Blades page 50 3 Inspect the blades especially in the curved area 4 If you notice any cra...

Page 50: ...lades 1 Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both ends of the blade Figure 83 Note Maintain the original angle Note The blade retains its balance if the same amount of material is removed from both cutting edges g000552 Figure 83 1 Sharpen at original angle 2 Check the balance of the blade by putting it on a blade balancer Figure 84 Note If the blade stays in a horizontal position the blade i...

Page 51: ...ey and disconnect the spark plug wires from the spark plugs 3 Check the tire pressure of both drive tires refer to Checking the Tire Pressure page 39 4 Check the mower deck for bent blades remove and replace any bent blades refer to Checking for Bent Blades page 49 5 Lower the mower deck to the 76 mm 3 inch height of cut position Checking the Mower Deck Side to Side Height 1 Adjust the rear tire p...

Page 52: ...ear tires to the correct specifications 2 Position 1 blade front to rear Measure at A and B locations from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blade tips Figure 89 Note The mower blade should be 6 mm 1 4 inch lower in front at A than in the rear at B 3 Rotate the blades and repeat for other blades g001041 Figure 89 1 Measure the blade at points A and B 2 Measure from a level surface 4 If th...

Page 53: ... yokes until the blade tips match 76 cm 3 inches 8 Tighten the jam nuts and side bolts Adjusting the Deck Lift Spring Note Adjusting the compression spring alters how much the deck floats and the amount of effort needed to lift the deck when using the height of cut lever More spring extension reduces the lever lift force required and causes the deck to float more Less spring extension increases th...

Page 54: ...edge before installing the bolt as shown in Figure 93 5 Install the bolt and the nut 6 Place 1 J hook end of the spring around the grass deflector Figure 93 Important The grass deflector must be able to rotate Lift the deflector up to the full open position and ensure that it rotates into the full down position Cleaning Cleaning under the Mower Deck Service Interval Before each use or daily Remove...

Page 55: ...zer conditioner to the fuel in the tank as directed by the fuel stabilizer manufacturer B Run the engine to distribute the conditioned fuel through the fuel system for 5 minutes C Shut off the engine allow it to cool and drain the fuel tank refer to Draining the Fuel Tank page 35 or operate the engine until it shuts off D Start the engine and allow it to run until it shuts off Repeat with the chok...

Page 56: ...t hole in the fuel cap is plugged 6 Clean or replace the fuel cap 7 Dirt is in the fuel filter 7 Replace the fuel filter The engine loses power 8 Dirt water or stale fuel is in the fuel system 8 Contact an Authorized Service Dealer 1 The engine load is excessive 1 Reduce the ground speed 2 The oil level in the crankcase is low 2 Add oil to the crankcase The engine overheats 3 The cooling fins and ...

Page 57: ...or the correct position and function 5 An idler spring is broken or missing 5 Replace the spring 6 The electric clutch is out of adjustment 6 Adjust the clutch air gap 7 The clutch connector or wire is damaged 7 Contact an Authorized Service Dealer 8 The electric clutch is damaged 8 Contact an Authorized Service Dealer 9 The safety interlock system prevents blade rotation 9 Contact an Authorized S...

Page 58: ...Schematics g302050 Electrical Schematic 140 1878 Rev A 58 ...

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