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Groundsmaster
4700-D Rotary Mower
Model No. 30873—Serial No. 403450001 and Up
Model No. 30873TE—Serial No. 400000000 and Up
Model No. 30874—Serial No. 403450001 and Up
Model No. 30874TE—Serial No. 400000000 and Up
Form No. 3428-951 Rev C
®
4500-D or
*3428-951*
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- Page 1 Groundsmaster ® 4500-D or 4700-D Rotary Mower Model No. 30873—Serial No. 403450001 and Up Model No. 30873TE—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Model No. 30874—Serial No. 403450001 and Up Model No. 30874TE—Serial No. 400000000 and Up *3428-951* Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
- Page 2 Whenever you 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 right front frame of the product.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Opening the Hood ..........41 Accessing the Hydraulic Lift Compartment ..........42 Safety ............... 4 Lubrication ............42 General Safety ........... 4 Greasing the Bearings and Bushings ....42 Engine Emission Certification ......4 Engine Maintenance ........... 44 Safety and Instructional Decals ......5 Engine Safety ........... -
Page 4: Safety
Safety Inspecting and Sharpening the Cutting Unit Blade(s) ............66 Storage ..............68 General Safety Storage Safety..........68 Preparing the Machine for Storage ....68 Preparing a Cutting Unit........68 This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious personal injury. -
Page 5: Safety And Instructional Decals
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 missing. decal93-6681 93-6681 1. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, fan—stay away from moving parts. decal106-6755 106-6755 1. - Page 6 decal117-4766 117-4766 1. Cutting/dismemberment hazard; fan—stay away from moving parts, keep all guards and shields in place. decal117-4763 117-4763 1. To engage the parking 2. To disengage the parking brake, secure the brake brake, disengage the pedals with the locking pin, locking pin and release the press the parking-brake pedals.
- Page 7 decal120-4159 120-4159 1. Off 8. High 2. Lights 9. Traction drive 3. On 10. Low 4. Light-switch location 11. Power takeoff (PTO) decal120-8947 5. Fast 12. Lower, left cutting unit 120-8947 6. Variable-speed adjustment 13. Lower, center cutting units 1. Warning—read the 4.
- Page 8 decal121-3887 121-3887 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. decal125-4605 125-4605 1. Power seat (10 A) 6. Power supplied (10 A) 2. Work light (10 A) 7. GM4700 controller (2 A) 3. Engine (10 A) 8. Power supplied (7.5 A) decal136-2931 136-2931 4.
- Page 9 decal138-6978 138-6978 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. decal121-3627 121-3627 1. Height-of-cut settings...
- Page 10 decal127-6447 127-6447 Note: This machine complies with the industry standard stability test in the static lateral and longitudinal tests with the maximum recommended slope indicated on the decal. Review the instructions for operating the machine on slopes in the Operator’s Manual as well as the conditions in which you would operate the machine to determine whether you can operate the machine in the conditions on that day and at that site.
- Page 11 decal127-6448 127-6448 Note: This machine complies with the industry standard stability test in the static lateral and longitudinal tests with the maximum recommended slope indicated on the decal. Review the instructions for operating the machine on slopes in the Operator’s Manual as well as the conditions in which you would operate the machine to determine whether you can operate the machine in the conditions on that day and at that site.
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Page 12: Setup
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. Warning decal CE decal Replace the decals (CE machines only). Production-year decal Hood-latch bracket Rivet Install the hood latch (CE machines Washer only). -
Page 13: Installing The Hood Latch
Installing the Hood Latch CE Machines Only Parts needed for this procedure: Hood-latch bracket g012629 Figure 5 Rivet Washer 1. CE lock bracket 2. Bolt and nut Screw (1/4 x 2 inches) Align the washers with the holes on the inside of Locknut (1/4 inch) the hood. -
Page 14: Adjusting The Roller Scraper
1. Bolt 3. Arm of hood-latch bracket 2. Nut Procedure Contact your authorized Toro distributor for the correct mulching baffle. Thoroughly clean debris from the mounting holes on the rear wall and left wall of the chamber. Adjusting the Roller... -
Page 15: Preparing The Machine
Preparing the Machine No Parts Required Procedure Park the machine on a level surface. Lower the cutting units. Engage the parking brake. Shut off the engine and remove the key. Check the tire pressure before use; refer to Checking the Tire Pressure (page 27). -
Page 16: Product Overview
Product Overview down on the right brake pedal while engaging the toe pedal. To release the parking brake, press 1 of the brake pedals until the parking brake latch retracts. Controls Tilt-Steering Pedal To tilt the steering wheel toward you, press the foot pedal down, pull the steering tower toward you to the most comfortable position, and release the pedal (Figure... - Page 17 Engine-Speed Switch Press the light switch downward to turn the lights to the O position. The engine-speed switch (Figure 11) has 2 modes to change the engine speed. Tap the switch to increase Power Point or decrease the engine speed in 100 rpm increments. Hold down the switch to automatically move to High Use the power point (Figure...
- Page 18 Using the InfoCenter LCD Display The InfoCenter LCD display shows information about your machine, such as the operating status, various diagnostics and other information about the machine (Figure 15). There is a splash screen and main information screen of the InfoCenter. You can switch between the splash screen and main information screen at any time by pressing any of the InfoCenter buttons and then selecting the appropriate directional...
- Page 19 InfoCenter Icon Description InfoCenter Icon Description (cont'd.) SERVICE DUE Indicates when scheduled service should be performed The cruise control is on. Hours remaining until service Reset the service hours Shut off the engine The status of the engine rpm Engine Info icon Key switch Maximum traction speed setting...
- Page 20 Diagnostics Menu Item Description Left Cutting Unit Refer to the Service Manual or your authorized Toro Center Cutting Unit distributor for more information on the Engine Run menu and Right Cutting Unit the information contained Traction there.
- Page 21 Protected Menus Settings Menu Item Description There are 5 operating configuration settings that are adjustable within the Settings Menu of the InfoCenter: Units Controls the units used on the auto idle, maximum mowing ground speed, maximum InfoCenter (English or Metric) transport ground speed, Smart Power, cutting unit Language Controls the language used...
- Page 22 Setting the Maximum Allowed Mow Speed In the Settings Menu, scroll down to Mow Speed and press the right button. Use the right button to increase the maximum mow speed in 5% increments between 50% and 100%. Use the center button to decrease the maximum mow speed in 5% increments between 50% and 100%.
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Page 23: Specifications
Specifications g198614 Figure 16... -
Page 24: Machine Specifications
Weight 88 kg (195 lb) Attachments/Accessories 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 authorized Toro distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. -
Page 25: Before Operation
Checking the Engine-Oil Operation Level Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Before you start the engine and use the machine, check the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 45). - Page 26 • Do not use fuel additives. • For more information on biodiesel, contact your authorized Toro distributor. Petroleum Diesel Adding Fuel Cetane rating: 45 or higher Sulfur content: Ultra-low sulfur (<15 ppm) Fuel Table...
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Page 27: Checking The Tire Pressure
Checking the Tire Pressure Service Interval: Before each use or daily The correct air pressure in the tires is 138 kPa (20 psi). Important: Maintain the recommended pressure in all tires to ensure a good quality of cut and proper machine performance. Do not under-inflate g033359 the tires. -
Page 28: Checking The Interlock Switches
CAUTION If safety interlock switches are disconnected or damaged, the machine could operate unexpectedly, causing personal injury. • Do not tamper with the interlock switches. • Check the operation of the interlock switches daily and replace any damaged switches before operating the machine. The interlock switches are designed to shut off the machine when you rise from the seat when the traction pedal is pressed. -
Page 29: Selecting A Blade
Call your authorized Toro Attribute: Excellent leaf mulching distributor for assistance in making this adjustment. Selecting a Blade Standard Combination Sail This blade was designed to provide excellent lift and dispersion in almost any condition. If more or less lift and discharge velocity is required, consider a different blade. -
Page 30: Choosing Accessories
Choosing Accessories Optional Equipment Configurations Angle Sail Blade High-Lift, Parallel-Sail Mulching Baffle Roller Scraper Blade (Do not use with the mulching baffle) Grass Cutting: 1.9 to 4.4 Recommended in most May work well in light or Has been shown to Use it whenever the cm (3/4 to 1-3/4 inches) applications... - Page 31 • Use accessories, attachments, and replacement • Avoid starting, stopping, or turning the machine on parts approved by Toro only. slopes. Avoid making sudden changes in speed or direction. Make turns slowly and gradually. Rollover Protection System •...
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Page 32: Starting The Engine
Turn the key to the R position. The glow With Toro Smart Power™, the operator does not have indicator should illuminate. to listen to the engine speed in heavy load conditions. When the glow indicator dims, turn the key to... -
Page 33: Using Cruise Control
Using Cruise Control hydraulic-fluid temperature, and the fan automatically reverses direction to blow debris off the rear screen. The cruise-control switch locks in the pedal position to You can manually reverse the fan by pressing the 2 maintain the desired ground speed. Pressing the rear outer buttons of the InfoCenter for 2 seconds—the fan of the switch turns the cruise control off, the middle completes a manually initiated reverse cycle. -
Page 34: Operating Tips
After mowing, thoroughly wash the machine with a Resolving After-Cut Appearance garden hose with no nozzle to avoid contamination Refer to the After-cut Appearance Troubleshooting and damage to the seals and bearings caused Guide available at www.Toro.com. by excessive water pressure. Ensure that the... -
Page 35: After Operation
After Operation radiator and oil cooler are kept free of dirt or grass clippings. After cleaning, inspect the machine for possible hydraulic-fluid leaks, damage, or wear to the General Safety hydraulic and mechanical components, and check the cutting-unit blades for sharpness. •... -
Page 36: Hauling The Machine
Securing the Cutting Units With the cutting units lowered, slip the loop of the lanyard into the slot in the reinforcement Ensure that the PTO is disengaged. plate of the roller support (Figure 27). Park the machine on a level surface. Engage the parking brake. -
Page 37: Locating The Tie-Down Points
Locating the Tie-Down Rotate each valve 3 turns counter-clockwise to open and allow the fluid to bypass internally. Points Note: Do not open the valve more than 3 turns. Because fluid is bypassed, the machine Note: Use properly-rated DOT-approved straps in 4 can be slowly moved without damaging the corners to tie down the machine. -
Page 38: Maintenance
Allow machine components to cool before • To ensure safe, optimal performance of the performing maintenance. machine, use only genuine Toro replacement • If the cutting units are in the transport position, use parts. Replacement parts made by other the positive mechanical lock (if equipped) before manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use you leave the machine unattended. -
Page 39: Daily Maintenance Checklist
Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Service the air cleaner (earlier if the air-cleaner indicator shows red, and more frequently in extremely dirty or dusty conditions). • Inspect the fuel lines and connections. • Replace the fuel-filter canister. • Replace the engine fuel filter. Every 400 hours •... - Page 40 For the week of: Maintenance Check Item Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Check the hydraulic-fluid level. Check the hydraulic hoses for damage. Check for fluid leaks. Check the fuel level. Check the tire pressure. Check the instrument operation. Check the height-of-cut adjustment.
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Page 41: Pre-Maintenance Procedures
Pre-Maintenance Procedures Lifting the Machine Use the following as points to lift the machine: Front of the machine—at the frame of the machine, forward of the wheel-drive motors (Figure Important: Do not support the machine at the wheel-drive motors. Keep the lifting equipment clear of hydraulic tubing and hoses. -
Page 42: Accessing The Hydraulic Lift Compartment
Accessing the Hydraulic Lubrication Lift Compartment Greasing the Bearings and Tilt the seat to access the hydraulic lift compartment as shown in Figure Bushings Service Interval: Every 50 hours (also after every washing). Grease specification: No. 2 lithium grease The grease fitting locations and quantities are as follows: •... - Page 43 • • Steering-cylinder ball joints (2) as shown in Figure Cutting-unit spindle-shaft bearings (2 per cutting unit) as shown in Figure 39 Note: You can use either fitting, whichever is more accessible. Pump grease into the fitting until a small amount appears at the bottom of the spindle housing (under the cutting unit).
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Page 44: Engine Maintenance
Engine Maintenance Engine Safety • Shut off the engine and remove the key before checking the oil or adding oil to the crankcase. g198631 • Do not change the governor speed or overspeed the engine. Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval: Every 400 hours Check the air-cleaner body for damage which could cause an air leak. -
Page 45: Servicing The Engine Oil
Preferred oil: SAE 15W-40 (above 0°F) • Alternate oil: SAE 10W-30 or 5W-30 (all temperatures) Toro Premium Engine Oil is available from your authorized Toro distributor in either 15W-40 or 10W-30 viscosity grades. See the Parts Catalog for part numbers. -
Page 46: Fuel System Maintenance
Crankcase Oil Capacity Fuel System Approximately 5.7 L (6 US qt) with the filter. Maintenance Changing the Engine Oil and Filter DANGER Service Interval: Every 250 hours Under certain conditions, diesel fuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable and explosive. A Crankcase oil capacity: approximately 5.7 L (6 US fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and qt) with the filter. -
Page 47: Servicing The Fuel-Water Separator
Servicing the Fuel-Water Replacing the Fuel-Filter Canister Separator Service Interval: Every 400 hours—Replace the fuel-filter canister. Replace the fuel-filter canister as shown in Figure g198661 Figure 46 Draining Water from the Fuel/Water Separator Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Drain water or other contaminants from the fuel filter/water separator Drain water from the fuel/water separator as shown... -
Page 48: Servicing The Fuel Filter
Servicing the Fuel Filter Cleaning the Fuel-Pickup Tube Screen Service Interval: Every 400 hours Clean the area around the fuel-filter head The fuel-pickup tube, located inside the fuel tank, is (Figure 49). equipped with a screen to help prevent debris from entering the fuel system. -
Page 49: Priming The Fuel System
Rinse with clear water. Coat the battery posts and cable connectors with Grafo 112X (skin-over) grease (Toro Part No. 505-47) or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion. Charging and Connecting... - Page 50 WARNING Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the machine and cables, causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. • Always disconnect the negative (black) battery cable before disconnecting the positive (red) cable. • Always connect the positive (red) battery cable before connecting the negative (black) cable.
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Page 51: Locating The Fuses
WARNING Charging the battery produces gasses that can explode. Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and flames away from battery. When the battery is charged, disconnect the charger from the power outlet and battery posts. Install the positive cable (red) to the positive (+) terminal and the negative cable (black) to the negative (-) terminal of the battery (Figure... -
Page 52: Drive System Maintenance
Figure 57 1. Front drive wheels Repeat step for the other drive wheel. If either wheel moves, contact your authorized g225611 Toro distributor to have the planetary drive Figure 56 rebuilt. Checking the Planetary Checking for End-Play in Gear-Drive Lubricant... -
Page 53: Changing The Planetary-Gear-Drive Oil
The oil level should be at the bottom of the check-plug hole. g225609 Figure 60 g225606 Figure 59 1. Drain-plug hole 3. Check plug 2. Fill plug 4. Drain plug 1. Check-plug hole 2. Check plug Place a drain pan under the planetary hub, If the oil level is low, remove the fill plug at the remove the drain plug at the 6 o’clock position, 12 o’clock position and add oil until it begins to... -
Page 54: Checking The Rear Axle And Gearbox For Leaks
Filling the Planetary-Gear-Drive Checking the Rear Axle and with Lubricant Gearbox for Leaks Through the fill-plug hole, slowly fill the planetary Service Interval: Before each use or daily with 0.65 L (22 fl oz) of high quality SAE 85W-140 wt gear lube. Visually inspect the rear axle and rear-axle gearbox for leaks. -
Page 55: Changing The Rear-Axle Lubricant
lube or until the lubricant is up to the bottom of the hole. Install the check plug. Checking the Rear-Axle-Gearbox Lubricant Service Interval: Every 400 hours g009716 The gear box is filled with SAE 85W-140 gear lube. Figure 65 The capacity is 0.5 L (16 fl oz). Visually inspect for 1. -
Page 56: Cooling System Maintenance
Cooling System Note: The front measurement must be 3 mm (1/8 inch) less than the rear measurement. Maintenance Cooling System Safety • Swallowing engine coolant can cause poisoning; keep out of reach from children and pets. • Discharge of hot, pressurized coolant or touching a hot radiator and surrounding parts can cause severe burns. -
Page 57: Cleaning The Cooling System
Cleaning the Cooling System Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Remove debris from the engine area, oil cooler, and radiator (clean them more frequently in dirty conditions). This machine is equipped with a hydraulically driven fan drive system that automatically (or manually) reverses to reduce oil cooler/radiator and screen debris buildup. -
Page 58: Brake Maintenance
Brake Maintenance Adjusting the Service Brakes Adjust the service brakes when there is more than 25 mm (1 inch) of free travel of the brake pedal, or when the brakes do not work effectively. Free travel is the distance the brake pedal moves before you feel braking resistance. -
Page 59: Belt Maintenance
Belt Maintenance Hydraulic System Maintenance Servicing the Alternator Belt Hydraulic System Safety Service Interval: Every 100 hours • Seek immediate medical attention if fluid is injected into skin. Injected fluid must be surgically removed Proper tension of the belt allows 10 mm (3/8 inch) of within a few hours by a doctor. -
Page 60: Servicing The Hydraulic Fluid
Important: Toro Premium Synthetic Biodegradable Hydraulic Fluid is the only synthetic biodegradable fluid approved by Toro. This fluid is compatible with the elastomers used in Toro hydraulic systems and is suitable for a wide-range of temperature conditions. This fluid is... - Page 61 (sooner if the service interval indicator is in the red zone). Changing the Hydraulic Fluid Use Toro replacement filters Part No. 94-2621 for the rear (cutting units) of the machine and Part No. Service Interval: Every 2,000 hours—If you 75-1310 for the front (charge) of the machine.
- Page 62 Lower and secure the operator’s seat. Replace the return filter at the right side of the machine (Figure 77). Start the engine and let it run for about 2 minutes to purge air from the system. Shut off the engine and check for leaks.
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Page 63: Checking The Hydraulic Lines And Hoses
Checking the Hydraulic Cutting Unit Maintenance Lines and Hoses Removing the Cutting Units Service Interval: Before each use or daily Park the machine on a level surface, engage the Every 2 years parking brake, lower the cutting units, shut off Inspect the hydraulic lines and hoses daily for the engine, and remove the key. -
Page 64: Installing The Cutting Units
Installing the Cutting Units Assembling the Front Roller Press the first bearing into the roller housing Move the cutting unit into position in front of the (Figure 80). Press on the outer race only or machine. equally on the inner and outer race. Slide the cutting unit-carrier frame onto the Insert the spacer (Figure... -
Page 65: Blade Maintenance
Blade Maintenance Compare the 12 o’clock measured height to the height-of-cut setting. It should be within 0.7 mm (0.030 inch). The 3 and 9 o’clock heights should Blade Safety be 1.6 to 6.0 mm (0.060 to 0.240 inch) higher than the 12 o’clock setting and within 2.2 mm •... -
Page 66: Removing And Installing The Cutting-Unit Blade(S)
Replace the blade if it hits a solid object, is out be sharp so that the grass is cut rather than torn. A of balance, or is bent. Always use genuine Toro dull cutting edge is evident when the tips of the grass replacement blades to ensure safety and optimum appear brown and shredded. - Page 67 Note: Remove the blades and sharpen them on a grinder. After sharpening the cutting edges, install the blade with the anti-scalp cup and blade bolt; refer to Inspecting and Sharpening the Cutting Unit Blade(s) (page 66). Ensure that the blade is straight and parallel; lay the blade on a level surface and check its ends.
- Page 68 Storage Remove and discard the oil filter. Install a new oil filter. Refill the oil pan with designated quantity of Storage Safety motor oil. • Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait Turn the key in the switch to the O position, for all movement to stop before you leave the start the engine, and run it at idle speed for...
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- Page 71 The Toro Company (“Toro”) respects your privacy. When you purchase our products, we may collect certain personal information about you, either directly from you or through your local Toro company or dealer. Toro uses this information to fulfil contractual obligations - such as to register your warranty, process your warranty claim or to contact you in the event of a product recall - and for legitimate business purposes - such as to gauge customer satisfaction, improve our products or provide you with product information which may be of interest.
- Page 72 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 your Authorized Toro Service Center.
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