Toro Debris Blower 2670, Groundsmaster 200 and 300 Series Commercial Debris Blower Operator's Manual

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FORM NO. 01-502-0410.2
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MODEL NO. 44524 - 20101 & UP
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
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DEBRIS BLOWER 2670
Attachment For 200 4 300 Series Groundsmaster® D
© The TORO Company - 1993
FOREWORD
Thank you for buying a high quality Toro turf care product. To get the best performance from this
machine, operate and maintain it according to the instructions in this manual.
Toro also wants to stress the importance of safety. You and anyone else using or maintaining this machine
are strongly urged to read this manual, especially all the safety instructions.
DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION, used with the triangular safety alert symbol, highlight safety
messages. Always read and understand these messages because they relate to personal injury and your
safety.
If you ever need help or have questions about your new Toro turf care product, contact your local Authorized
Toro Distributor. The Toro Distributor has a complete supply of replacement parts, a full line of accessories
and a professional service staff to support you. Keep your Toro all Toro. Buy genuine Toro parts and
accessories.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page Page
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................ 3-4 LUBRICATION ............. ree0000ó..en o. 12
SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION DECALS ........ 5 TROUBLESHOOTING .....c.er_esanormecaoo. 13
SPECIFICATIÓNS ........... ena. 6 STORAGE .....w.eocoo.esscorevonecoreaorna a, 14
BEFORE OPERATING .................. 6-11 IDENTIFICATION AND ORDERING .......... 14
Attach Blower To 300 Series Groundsmaster .6-7 MAINTENANCE CHART ........... Cea 15
Attach Blower To 200 Series Groundsmaster 8 - 11 THE TORO PROMISE .............. Back Cover
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .............. 12
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
"personal safety instruction". Read and
| understand the instruction because it
has to do with safety. Failure to comply with the
instruction may result in personal injury.
The safety alert symbol means
AL: CAUTION, WARNING OR DANGER-
6. Do notalter this equipment in any manner which
may cause hazardous conditions.
WHILE OPERATING
BEFORE OPERATING
1. Read and understand the contents of this
manual before starting and operating this
machine. Become familiar with all controls and
know how to stop quickly. A free replacement
manual is available by sending complete Model
and Serial Number to:
The Toro Company
100 Industrial Parkway
Industrial Airport, Kansas 66031
2. Do not allow children to operate the machine.
Do not allow adults to operate the machine without
proper instruction.
3. Never operate the machine while under the
influence of drugs or aicohol.
4. Keep all shields and safety devices in place. If
a shield, safety device ordecal becomes damaged,
malfunctioning or illegible, repair or replace it
before operation is commenced. Also tighten
loose nuts, bolts to ensure machine is in safe
operating condition. This includes all shields on
the PTO.
5. Before each use, be sure all bolts and nuts are
tight; Check the general condition of the PTO.
WARNING
A
DISCHARGED AIR HAS CONSIDERABLE
FORCE AND COULD CAUSE INJURY OR
LOSS OF FOOTING
» Stay away from discharge opening when
machine is running.
« Keep bystanders away from discharge
opening when machine is running.
7. Using the machine demands attention, and to
prevent loss of control:
A. Operate only in daylight or when there is
good artificial light.
B. Drive slowly.
C. Watch for holes or gther hidden hazards.
D. Do not drive close to a sand trap, ditch,
creek or other hazards.
E. Reduce speed when making sharp turns
and when turning on a hillside.
F. Avoid sudden stops and starts.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)
8. Operator must be skilled and trained in how to
drive on hillsides. Failure to use caution on slopes
or hills may cause loss of control possibly resulting
in personal injury or death.
9. If engine stalls or machine loses headway and
cannot make it to the top of a slope, do not turn
machine around. Always back slowly straight
down the slope.
10. Do not cary passengers on the machine or
Groundsmaster” and keep everyone away from
the areas of operation.
11. ALWAYS follow all safety precautions in the
Groundsmaster operators manual pertaining to
attachments.
MAINTENANCE
12. Remove the key from the ignition switch to
prevent accidental starting of the engine when
servicing, adjusting or storing the machine.
13. If major repairs are ever needed or assistance
desired, contact an Authorized TORO Distributor.
14. Make sure machine is in safe operating condi-
tion by keeping nuts, bolts and screws tight.
SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION DECALS
The following safety and instruction decals are installed on the unit. Replace any decals that becomes
damaged or illegible. Part numbers for decals are listed below and in your Parts Catalog. Order replace-
ments from your Authorized Toro Distributor.
S AND BELTS CAN CAUSE
А NJ CE AND COULD CAUSE INJURY OR
S OF FOOTING
® STAY AWAY FROM DISCHARGE OFENING WHEN
FI [JST eh
® KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY FROM DISCHARGE
OPENING WHEN MACHINE IS AUNNING.
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FORCE AND AIR HAS CONSIDERABLE
à
T OPERATE MACHINE UNLESS ALL
UARDS ARE IN PLACE.
ON DEFLECTOR
(Рай №. 01-506-0110)
ON BELT GUARD (200 Series Only)
(Part No. 01-506-0040)
| A DANGER __
ROTATING MEMBERS CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY.
DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS SHIELD ISINPLACE.
ON BELT GUARD (200 Series)
ON PTO GUARD (300 Series)
(Part No. 01-506-0130)
ON FAN SHAFT GUARD
ON BELT GUARD (200 Serles)
ON PTO GUARD (300 Series)
(Part No. 01-506-0550)
SPECIFICATIONS
POWER:
PTO from Groundsmaster
CASTORS:
Swivel castors 4.10 х 3,5 x 4
FRAME:
All welded steel construction
BEARINGS:
2 self sealed and self aligning
IMPELLER:
10 bladed, 24" diameter, welded and
balanced
DIRECTIONAL CHUTE: (Standard)
All steel over center locking,
spring loaded
DIMENSIONS:
Height: 36"
Length: 36", 24" without handle
Width: 46" with directional chute in down
position
SHIPPING WEIGHT: 245 165.
CFM: Approx. 3600 MPH: 154
BEFORE OPERATING
ATTACH BLOWER TO 300 SERIES
GROUNDSMASTERS (Flg. 1)
A WARNING
« Left hand push arm on Groundsmaster is
spring loaded.
+ Sudden release of the push arm could
cause serious personal injury.
+ Keep hands and face away from arm when
it is held and blocked in the downward
position.
* Use a helper and a wooden block to hold
push arm down during installation of
accessory.
1. Remove cutting unit or other attachment from
Groundsmaster. Refer to cutting unit or attach-
ment operators manual.
2. Attach the Deflector Handle on the blower hous-
ing using the 1/2" x 8-3/4" bolt.
3. Aftach the linkage rod to the top hole in the
Deflector Handle. Secure with flat washers and a
1/8" x 1" cotter pin.
4. Position the Groundsmaster to the rear of the
blower.
5. Attach the Upper Support Brackets (A) to the
center lift arm. Secure with 3/8" x 1-1/2" bolts.
6. Have a helper push down on the left push arm;
then insert a 2" x 4" biock of wood between the
frame and the top of the push arm.
7. Pull down the right push arm until it is level with
the left push arm. Try to keep both arms level as
possible for easier installation.
8. Line up the left lift arm with the lower lift arm
bracket (B). Fasten with 3/8" x 1-1/2" bolts and
leave the bolts finger tight.
9. Line up the right lift arm with the bracket on the
blower housing (C). Fasten with 7/16" x 1-1/2"
bolts and leave the bolts finger tight.
10. Secure the bolts on the left lift arm.
11. Secure the bolts on the right lift arm.
12. Have a helper push down the left push arm;
then remove the 2" x 4" blocks of wood.
BEFORE OPERATING (Continued)
13. Have a helper push down the right push arm;
then remove the 2" x 4" biocks of wood.
14. Attach the PTO of the Groundsmaster to the
PTO Adapter on the blower fan shaft.
15. Using the lift mechanism on the
Groundsmaster, lower the unit on a level surface.
16. Practice raising and lowering the blower.
NOTE: When mounting the blower to a 300 Series
Groundsmaster with the 88" Triflex mowing deck,
the hydraulic line support on the Groundsmaster
needs to be replaced. Failure to do so will result in
the PTO hitting the bracket, causing damage to the
PTO. To replace, follow the instructions below.
A. Remove the existing bracket. Disconnect
hoses from the bracket and temporarily
from the valve banks.
B. Install the Hydraulic Bracket (part number
67-005-2371)(Fig. 2) in the same location
with existing hardware.
NOTE: This Bracket
Must Be Installed
When Mounting Blower
To A 300 Series
GROUNDSMASTER With
An 88™ Mowing Deck.
Figure 2
C. Beginning with the top hose, reconnect the
hoses to the new bracket. Fasten with the
existing snap rings. Connect the hoses
back to original positions on the valve.
D. Start unit, then raise and lower the blower
to check for clearance.
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BEFORE OPERATING (Continued)
ATTACH BLOWER TO 200 SERIES
GROUNDSMASTERS
1. Hemove the cutting unit or other attachment
from the Groundsmaster. Refer to cutting unit or
attachment operator's manual.
2. Attach the Deflector Handle on the blower hous-
ing using the 1/2" x 8-3/4" bolt.
3. Attach the linkage rod to the top hole in the
Deflector Handle. Secure with flat washers and a
1/8" x 1" cotter pin.
4, Position the Groundsmaster to the rear side of
the blower.
5. Slowly push the blower toward the
Groundsmaster allowing the PTO halves to slide
together.
GROUNDSMASTER 220 & 224 (Fig. 3)
1. Attach the support bracket (A) to the left side of
the steering column housing using existing holes.
Secure with 1/4" x 1"bolts.
2. Attach the lower support arm (B) to the front rail
of the Groundsmaster. Secure with 3/8" x 1-1/2"
bolts.
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BEFORE OPERATING (Continued)
GROUNDSMASTER 220-D and 223-D (Fig. 4)
1. Attach the support bracket (A) to the steering ~~ 3/8 x 1-1/2" bolts. Secure the two top side holes
column housing. Secure the bottom four holes with with 1/4 x 3/4" bolts.
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BEFORE OPERATING (Continued)
ONE PIECE CARRIER FRAME - ALL 200 4, Line up the holes in the Groundsmaster
SERIES (Fig.5) with the holes in the mounting Кате (В).
Pull up the mounting frame and secure
1. Remove the lift arms from the Groundsmaster. with the mounting pins. Attach a presto
Refer to the mowing deck operator's manual. pin in each end of the mounting pins.
2. Install the mounting frame to the lower 5. Attach the cylinders on the Groundsmaster
tube (A) on the blower using the lower to the ears on the end of the mounting
mounting pin to attach. Secure on both frame (C).
ends with the presto pins.
3. Slide the mounting frame under the
Groundsmaster.
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BEFORE OPERATING (Continued)
TWO PIECE CARRIER FRAME - ALL 200 2. Line up the holes in the mounting frame (B) to
SERIES (Fig.6) the right and left lift arms on the Groundsmaster.
1. Install the mounting frame to the lower 3.Secure with the existing bolts on the
tube (A) on the blower using the lower Groundsmaster.
mounting pin to attach. Secure on both
ends with the presto pins.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Start the Groundsmaster and run at a low RPM.
2. Lower the blower using the Groundsmaster lift
mechanism.
3. Engage the PTO while the engine is at idle
speed.
4. Increase the PTO speed to 1800 RPM.
5. Practice blowing material. Itis advisable to blow
the same direction the wind is blowing to prevent
material from blowing back into the cleared area.
TRANSPORTING BLOWER
1. Reduce the engine speed to idle position.
2. Disengage the PTO and wait for the PTO
to stop.
3. Raise the blower to transport position.
LUBRICATION
BEARINGS (Fig. 7)
The blower has two self sealing bearings that must
be tubricated with a No. 2 Lithium based grease.
IMPORTANT: Lubricate the bearlngs as often
as necessary to maintaln a silght leakage on
the seals. Too much grease can cause over-
WHEELS (Fig. 7)
Under normal conditions, grease the wheels and
the wheel pivot tubes every 50 hours of use. Use
a No, 2 Lithium based grease.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
CONDITION
CAUSE
CORRECTION
FAN QUIT TURNING
(200 Series) Belt may be loose or
broken.
(200 Series) Bearing pressed in the
bearing mount may be damaged.
(300 Series) Boit on PTO adapter
may be sheared.
Replace belt or adjust the ten-
sion of the beit.
Replace the bearing, use
#609 loctite when replacing.
Replace bolt.
EXCESSIVE VIBRATION
Bearings on fan shaît may be
damaged.
Material may be built up on fan
blades.
RPM of the PTO shaft too fast.
Replace bearings.
Clean out any build up inside
the housing.
Reduce PTO speed to
540 RPM
LACK OF ADEQUATE
AIR FLOW
Ar slots may be clogged with
debris.
RPM on tractor to slow.
Throttle on tractor engine may
be too slow.
Clean out any debris from
slots.
Increase PTO speed to
540 RPM.
Make any necessary repairs
to bring tractor speed up to
normal.
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STORAGE
1. Thoroughly clean the blower. The fan housing
should be free of dirt, leaves and debris.
2. Lubricate ali grease fittings. Wipe off any ex-
cess lubricant.
3. Place a light coat of grease on the splines of the
PTO adapter.
4. Tighten all fasteners.
IDENTIFICATION AND ORDERING
MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER.
The BLOWER 2670 has two identification num-
bers: a model number and serial number. The two
numbers are stamped on a plate which is located
on the housing. In any correspondence concern-
ing the BLOWER 2670, supply model and serial
numbers to be sure that the correctinformation and
replacement parts are obtained.
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To order replacement parts from an authorized
TORO Distributor, supply the following information:
1. Model and serial numbers of the machine.
2. Part number, description and quantity of parts
desired.
Note: Do not order by reference number if a parts
catalog is being used; use the part number.
MAINTENANCE CHART
Date
Hours
Used
Lubrication
Storage
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The Toro
Promise
A ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
The Toro Company promises to repair your TORO Product if defective in materials or
workmanship. The following time periods from the date of purchase apply:
Commercial Products
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The costs of parts and labor are included, but the customer pays the transportation costs
on walk rotary mowers with cutting widths of less than 25".
if you tee! your TORQ product is defective and wish to rely
on The Toro Promise, the following procedure is
recommended:
1. Contact your Authorized TORQ Distributor or
Commercial Dealer (the Yellow Pages of your
telephone directory is a good reference source).
2. The TORO Distributor or Commercial Dealer will
advise you on the arrangements that can be made
to inspect and repair your product.
3. The TORO Distributor or Commercial Dealer will
inspect the product and advise you whether the
product is defective and, i so, make all repairs
necassary to correct the defect without an extra
charge to you.
if for any reason you are dissatisfied with the distributor's
analysis of the defect ar the service performed, you may
contact us.
Write:
TORO Commercial Products Service Department
100 Industria! Parkway
Industrial Airport, Ks. 86031
The above remedy of the product defects through repair by
an Authorized TORQ Distributor or Commercial Dealer is
the purchaser's sole remedy for any defect.
THERE 1S NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY. ALL
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR USE ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION
OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
This Warranty applies only to parts or components
which are defective and does not cover repairs
necessary due to normal wear, misuse, accidents, or
lack of proper maintenance. Regular, routine
maintenance of the unit to keep it in proper condition
is the responsibility of the owner.
All warranty repairs reimbursable under the Toro
Promise must be performed by an Authorized TORO
Commercial Dealer or Distributor using Toro
approved replacement parts.
Repairs or attempted repairs by anyone other than
an Authorized TORO Distributor or Commercial
Dealer are not reimbursable under the Taro Promise.
In addition, these unauthorized repair attempts may
rasult in additional malfunctions, the correction of
which is not covered by warranty.
THE TORO COMPANY IS NOT LIABLE FOR
INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF
THE PRODUCT INCLUDING ANY COST OR
EXPENSE OF PROVIDING SUBSTITUTE
EQUIPMENT OR SERVICE DURING PERIODS
OF MALFUNCTION OR NON-USE.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state,
COUNTRIES OTHER THAN THE UNITED STATES OR CANADA
Customers who have purchased TORO products exported
from the United States ar 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 Distributors
have difficulty obtaining guarantee information,
the TORO importer.
may contact us at The Toro Company.
service or
contact
if all other remedies tail, you