Toro Greensmaster 3420 TriFlex, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...Form No 3404 731 Rev C Greensmaster 3420 TriFlex Traction Unit Model No 04540 Serial No 316000001 and Up Register at www Toro com Original Instructions EN 3404 731 C ...

Page 2: ...d other growth alongside highways or for agricultural uses Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and product damage You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely You may contact Toro directly at www Toro com for product and accessory information help finding a dealer or to register your product Whenever yo...

Page 3: ...eel Nuts 30 Breaking in the Machine 30 Starting the Engine 30 Shutting Off the Engine 30 Checking the Safety Interlock System 30 Installing and Removing the Cutting Units 31 Mowing 34 Inspecting and Cleaning after Mowing 35 Driving the Machine without Mowing 35 Hauling the Machine 35 Towing the Machine 36 Maintenance 37 Recommended Maintenance Schedule s 37 Daily Maintenance Checklist 38 Engine Ma...

Page 4: ...rbon monoxide and other exhaust gasses can collect Operate the machine only in good light keeping away from holes and hidden hazards Be sure all drives are in neutral and the parking brake is engaged before the starting engine Start the engine only from the operator s position Slow down and use extra care on hillsides Turf conditions can affect the machine s stability Use caution while operating n...

Page 5: ...SI standards This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death Use of this product for purposes other than its intended use could prove dangerous to user and bystanders Operation Know how to stop the engine quickly Check the safety interlock switches daily for proper operation Before attempting to sta...

Page 6: ...ning to perform a maintenance adjustment keep hands feet clothing and any parts of the body away from the cutting units attachments and any moving parts especially the screen at the side of the engine Keep everyone away Do not overspeed the engine by changing governor settings To ensure safety and accuracy have an Authorized Toro Distributor check the maximum engine speed with a tachometer The eng...

Page 7: ...d or missing decal115 8155 115 8155 1 Warning read the Operator s Manual do not prime or use starting fluid decal115 8203 115 8203 1 Read the Operator s manual for fuse information 2 Radiator fan 50 A decal115 8226 115 8226 1 Tipping hazard read the Operator s manual always wear a seat belt when operating do not remove the rollover protection system ROPS decal117 2718 117 2718 7 ...

Page 8: ...anual for more information decal132 9548 132 9548 1 Engine speed fast 7 Reel speed neutral 2 Engine speed slow 8 Reel transport 3 Lower and engage the reels 9 Reel mow 4 Raise and disengage the reels 10 Reel backlaping 5 Reel speed fast 11 Move forward 6 Reel speed slow 8 ...

Page 9: ...n 9 Flush eyes immediately with water and get medical help fast 5 Read the Operator s Manual 10 Contains lead do not discard decal133 2338 133 2338 1 Warning read the Operator s Manual do not operate this machine unless you are trained 4 Tipping hazard slow machine before turning do not turn at high speeds 2 Warning wear hearing protection 5 Thrown object hazard keep bystanders a safe distance awa...

Page 10: ...ning wear hearing protection 5 Thrown object hazard keep bystanders a safe distance away from the machine 3 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand or foot mower blade stay away from moving parts keep all guards and shields in place 6 Warning lock the parking brake stop the engine and remove the ignition key before leaving the machine decal115 8156 115 8156 1 Reel height 3 8 Blade cutting unit 5 14 B...

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Page 12: ...obtain from your authorized Toro Distributor 3 Grass basket 3 Electric reel motor counterweight 3 7 Capscrew 6 Install the cutting units and counter weights 8 No parts required Set the clip control feature 9 Weight kit Part No 119 7129 purchase separately 1 Add rear weight 10 CE Guard Kit Part No 04443 sold separately 1 Install the CE guard kit 11 Warning decal 133 2339 1 Install EU decals if requ...

Page 13: ...gure 3 g014601 Figure 3 1 Roll bar 3 Flange nut 1 2 inch 2 Bolt 1 2 x 3 3 4 inches 4 Torque the fasteners to 136 to 149 N m 100 to 110 ft lb 2 Installing the Seat Parts needed for this procedure 1 Seat 1 Seat wire harness Procedure Note Mount the seat in the front set of mounting holes to gain an additional 7 6 cm 3 inches in the forward adjustment or in the rear mounting holes for an additional 7...

Page 14: ...eering shaft Figure 5 g014687 Figure 5 1 Steering wheel 3 Locknut 2 Washer 4 Cap 2 Slide the washer onto the steering shaft Figure 5 3 Secure the steering wheel to the shaft with a locknut and tighten it to 27 to 35 N m 20 to 26 ft lb Figure 5 4 Install the cap to the steering wheel and secure it with 6 bolts Figure 5 4 Activating and Charging the Battery No Parts Required Procedure Use only elect...

Page 15: ...e the life of the battery 6 When the battery is charged disconnect the charger from the electrical outlet and battery posts Note After the battery has been activated add only distilled water to replace normal loss although maintenance free batteries should not require water under normal operating conditions WARNING Battery terminals or metal tools could short against metal tractor components causi...

Page 16: ...talling the Oil Cooler optional No Parts Required Procedure If you are operating the machine in hot climates where the ambient temperature is above 29 C 85 F or using it for heavy duty use mowing other than greens such as fairways or verticutting install a Hydraulic Oil Cooler Kit Part No 119 1691 6 Installing the Grass Basket Hooks Parts needed for this procedure 6 Grass basket hook 12 Flange bol...

Page 17: ... clip control feature that varies the speed of the reels with the speed of the machine to maintain a constant clip This feature is OFF by default to configure it and turn it ON refer to Setting the Clip Control Feature page 22 9 Adding Rear Weight Parts needed for this procedure 1 Weight kit Part No 119 7129 purchase separately Procedure This unit complies with the ANSI B71 4 2012 and EN ISO 5395 ...

Page 18: ...the break in period refer to Adjusting the Brakes page 45 Product Overview g014674 Figure 10 1 Engine 5 Steering wheel 2 Roll bar 6 Traction pedal 3 Control panel 7 Footrest 4 Seat 8 Cutting units Controls Traction Pedal The traction pedal Figure 11 has 3 functions to make the machine move forward to move it backward and to stop the machine Press the top of the pedal to move forward and the bottom...

Page 19: ...wers the cutting units and starts the reels Pull back on the control to stop the reels and raise the cutting units During operation the reels can be stopped by pulling back on the control momentarily and releasing it Start the reels by moving the control forward Functional Control Lever The functional control lever Figure 13 provides 2 traction selections plus a NEUTRAL position It is permissible ...

Page 20: ...enter buttons and then selecting the appropriate directional arrow g017973 Figure 15 1 Battery voltage 6 Hour meter 2 Power light fault indicator 7 Right button 3 Engine speed rpm status 8 Down button 4 Fault log 9 Menu access back button 5 Generator voltage status g017974 Figure 16 1 Functional control status 2 PTO speed ENGINE RPM STATUS indicates the engine speed in rpm FAULT LOG indicates that...

Page 21: ...SETTINGS menu allows you to customize and modify configuration variables on the InfoCenter display ABOUT The ABOUT menu lists the model number serial number and software version of your machine SERVICE Menu Item Description HOURS Lists the total number of hours that the machine engine reels backlap and fan have been on as well as the number of hours the machine has been transported and overheated ...

Page 22: ...s the cutting units to turn off without raising and you may adjust it with the InfoCenter The delay setting represents the maximum time for the raise lower joystick to remain in the raise position to activate this feature The factory default setting is 1 which disables this feature Increment Number Delay Time Seconds 1 Off 2 0 050 3 0 100 4 0 150 5 0 200 6 0 250 7 0 300 8 0 350 9 0 400 10 0 450 Se...

Page 23: ...distributor Diagnosing the Fault Log indicator The fault log indicator icon appears on the main screen in the event of a fault in the machine When this icon is present there is a new log entry in the Faults menu that you or your distributor can use to identify the problem For a list of faults refer to your authorized Toro distributor or the Service Manual Seat Adjusting Lever The seat adjusting le...

Page 24: ...cifications and design are subject to change without notice Width of cut 151 cm 59 5 inches Wheel tread 128 cm 50 5 inches Wheel base 119 cm 46 9 inches Overall length w baskets 249 cm 98 0 inches Overall width 179 cm 70 6 inches Overall height 205 cm 80 8 inches Weight Refer to the machine serial tag Figure 1 Attachments Accessories A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is avai...

Page 25: ... engine the first time Use high quality engine oil that meets the following specifications API Classification Level Required CH 4 CI 4 or higher 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...

Page 26: ...mmer grade diesel fuel No 2 D at temperatures above 7 C 20 F and winter grade No 1 D or No 1 D 2 D blend below that temperature Use of winter grade fuel at lower temperatures provides lower flash point and cold flow characteristics which will ease starting and reduce fuel filter plugging Use of summer grade fuel above 7 C 20 F will contribute toward longer fuel pump life and increased power compar...

Page 27: ...ssible then refuel such equipment on a truck or trailer from a portable container rather than from a fuel dispenser nozzle If a fuel dispenser nozzle must be used keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete 1 Clean around the fuel tank cap Figure 24 g014612 Figure 24 1 Fuel tank cap 2 Remove the fuel tank cap 3 Fill the tank ...

Page 28: ...erve tank cap Checking the Hydraulic Fluid Level The hydraulic fluid reservoir is filled at the factory with approximately 25 7 L 6 8 US gallons of high quality hydraulic fluid Before operating the machine each day check level of the hydraulic fluid in the white plastic window on the front of the hydraulic fluid reservoir behind the seat on the left side The fluid should be between the lines in th...

Page 29: ...ydraulic fluid type used any traction unit used for off green applications verticutting or used during ambient temperatures above 29 C 85 F should have Oil Cooler Kit installed refer to 5 Installing the Oil Cooler optional page 16 Filling the Hydraulic Tank 1 Position the machine on a level surface Make sure the machine has cooled down so the oil is cold 2 Remove the cap from the reservoir Figure ...

Page 30: ...rt the key into the switch and rotate it to the ON position Hold it in the ON position until the glow plug indicator light goes off approximately 6 seconds 5 Turn the ignition key to the START position Important To prevent overheating of the starter motor do not engage the starter longer than 10 seconds After 10 seconds of continuous cranking wait 60 seconds before engaging the starter motor again...

Page 31: ...on or the TRANSPORT position The engine should kill which means that the interlock system is operating correctly Correct the problem if it is not operating properly 7 Sit on the seat move the traction pedal to the NEUTRAL position move the functional control lever to the NEUTRAL position and engage the parking brake 8 Start the engine 9 Release the parking brake move the functional control lever t...

Page 32: ...ower disconnect couplers before working on the cutting units 2 Lift up on the foot rest and swing it open allowing access to the center cutting unit position Figure 30 CAUTION The footrest can pinch fingers if it falls into the closed position Keep your fingers clear of the area where the footrest seats while it is open g014602 Figure 30 1 Footrest closed 2 Footrest open 3 Position the cutting uni...

Page 33: ...sconnect couplers refer to Cutting Unit Power Disconnect Connectors page 24 Removing the Cutting Units 1 Disconnect the cutting unit power disconnect couplers refer to Cutting Unit Power Disconnect Connectors page 24 CAUTION If you do not disconnect the power to the cutting units someone could accidentally start the cutting unit causing serious injury to hands and feet Always separate the cutting ...

Page 34: ... minimum and leaves a neat attractive pattern on the greens 3 Actuate the raise lower mow lever as the front edges of the grass baskets cross the outer edge of the green Note This procedure drops the cutting units to the turf and starts the reels Important The No 1 cutting unit reel is delayed therefore you should practice to gain the required timing necessary to minimize the cleanup mowing operat...

Page 35: ...ace an undue strain on the baskets and adds unnecessary weight to the machine thereby increasing the load on the engine hydraulic system brakes etc Inspecting and Cleaning after Mowing After mowing thoroughly wash the machine with a garden hose without a nozzle so that excessive water pressure will not contaminate and damage the seals and bearings Never wash a warm engine or electrical connections...

Page 36: ...amage the drive system If the machine must be moved further than 0 4 km 1 4 mile transport it on a truck or trailer 1 Locate the bypass valve on the pump and rotate it so that the slot is vertical Figure 37 g014627 Figure 37 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 37 Do not star...

Page 37: ...ue of the wheel nuts After the first 50 hours Change the engine oil and filter Change the hydraulic oil filter Check the engine rpm at idle and full throttle Before each use or daily Check the engine oil Clean debris off of the radiator screen and radiator Clean hourly if conditions are extremely dusty and dirty Check the hydraulic fluid level Check the reel to bedknife contact Check the safety in...

Page 38: ... operation Check the fuel level Check the hydraulic fluid level Check the engine oil level Clean the engine air cooling fins Inspect the air filter pre cleaner Check any unusual engine noises Check the reel to bedknife adjustment Check the hydraulic hoses for damage Check for fluid leaks Check the tire pressure Check the height of cut adjustment Touch up damaged paint Notation for Areas of Concern...

Page 39: ... the primary filter Important Avoid using high pressure air which could force dirt through the filter into the intake tract 4 Remove and replace the primary filter as follows Important Do not clean the used element A Inspect the new filter for shipping damage do not use a damaged element B Carefully pull the old filter out of the filter body and discard it C Insert the new filter by applying press...

Page 40: ...ing the Engine Oil page 25 5 Dispose of the used oil properly Fuel System Maintenance Replacing the Fuel Filter Water Separator Service Interval Every 800 hours 1 Close the fuel shutoff valve Figure 41 below the fuel tank g014626 Figure 41 1 Fuel shutoff valve 2 Clean the area where the filter canister mounts Figure 42 3 Place a drain pan under the fuel filter 4 Open the filter drain plug Figure 4...

Page 41: ...afety glasses to shield your eyes and rubber gloves to protect your hands Fill the battery where clean water is always available for flushing the skin Maintain the cell level with distilled or demineralized water Do not fill the cells above the bottom of the split ring inside each cell Keep the top of the battery clean by washing it periodically with a brush dipped in ammonia or bicarbonate of sod...

Page 42: ...r the frame so that one of the front wheels is off of the floor Note If machine is equipped with a 3 Wheel Drive Kit also raise and block rear wheel 2 Start the engine move the throttle to the SLOW position and ensure that the front wheel that is off of the floor is not rotating 3 If the wheel is rotating shut off the engine and proceed as follows A Loosen the nut securing the eccentric to the top...

Page 43: ...applying a light load on the transport pedal and adjust the pedal stop so it contacts the pedal rod and tighten the nuts Important Ensure that the tension on the cable is not excessive or you will reduce the cable life Reducing the Transport Speed 1 Press down on the traction pedal and loosen the locknut securing the pedal stop to the floor plate 2 Loosen the pedal stop until you obtain the desire...

Page 44: ...nk 2 Radiator screen 4 Radiator cap 2 Working from the fan side of the radiator blow out the radiator with compressed air 3 Clean the screen and install it Checking the Engine Coolant Level The capacity of the cooling system is approximately 4 6 L 4 9 US qt Fill the cooling system with a 50 50 solution of water and permanent ethylene glycol antifreeze Check the level of the coolant at the beginnin...

Page 45: ... of the machine and prevent unnecessary wear 1 Shut off the engine set the parking brake and remove the ignition key 2 Apply moderate thumb pressure to the belt between the pulleys 10 kg or 22 lb The belt should deflect 7 to 9 mm 0 28 to 0 35 inch If not complete the following procedure to adjust the belt tension g014755 Figure 49 1 Alternator belt apply pressure here 2 Alternator 3 Adjusting stra...

Page 46: ...art the machine and run it at idle for 3 to 5 minutes to circulate the fluid and remove any air trapped in the system Shut off the engine and check the fluid level 5 Dispose of the oil and filter properly Checking the Hydraulic Lines and Hoses WARNING Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury Ensure that all hydraulic fluid hoses and lines are in good condition an...

Page 47: ...enu scroll down to BACKLAP RPM and use the button to select the desired backlap speed 9 With the functional control lever in the neutral position move the Raise Lower Mow control forward to start the backlapping operation on the designated reels 10 Apply lapping compound with a long handle brush Never use a short handled brush 11 If the reels stall or become erratic while backlapping select a high...

Page 48: ...Filter page 46 and Checking the Hydraulic Lines and Hoses page 46 4 All fuel should be removed from the fuel tank Run the engine until it stops from lack of fuel Replace the fuel filter refer to Replacing the Fuel Filter Water Separator page 40 5 While the engine is still warm drain the oil from the crankcase Refill it with fresh oil refer to Changing the Engine Oil and Filter page 39 6 Clean dirt...

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Page 51: ...f these activities We will not sell your personal information to any other company We reserve the right to disclose personal information in order to comply with applicable laws and with requests by the appropriate authorities to operate our systems properly or for our own protection or that of other users Retention of your Personal Information We will keep your personal information as long as we n...

Page 52: ...to damage to seats due to wear or abrasion worn painted surfaces scratched decals or windows etc Parts Parts scheduled for replacement as required maintenance are warranted for the period of time up to the scheduled replacement time for that part Parts replaced under this warranty are covered for the duration of the original product warranty and become the property of Toro Toro will make the final...