Toro 71253 User Manual

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FormNo.3358-701RevB

WheelHorseXL440HLawn

Tractor

ModelNo.71253—SerialNo.280000001andUp

G006889

Registeratwww.Toro.com.OriginalInstructions(EN)

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

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Crystal DelgadoAug 7, 2025
What to do if my Toro Lawn tractor engine will not start?
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  Gregory GriffithAug 7, 2025
  If your Toro Lawn tractor engine won't start, starts hard, or fails to keep running, there could be several reasons: * You may not be seated—sit on the seat. * The fuel tank might be empty—fill it with gasoline. * The air cleaner could be dirty—clean or replace the air cleaner element. * The spark plug wire might be loose—connect it to the spark plug. * The spark plug could be faulty—install a new, correctly gapped spark plug. * The choke may not be closing—adjust the throttle cable. * The fuel filter might be dirty—replace the fuel filter. * The idle speed may be too low—adjust the carburetor idle speed and idle mixture.
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Daniel JohnstonAug 11, 2025
What to do if the blades do not rotate on my Toro 71253?
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  ashleyjordanAug 11, 2025
  If the blades on your Toro Lawn tractor do not rotate: * The blade drive belt might be worn, loose, or broken; install a new blade drive belt. * The blade drive belt could be off of the pulley; install the blade drive belt and check the idler pulley and belt guides for the correct position.
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Susan BrownAug 15, 2025
Why won't my Toro Lawn tractor starter crank?
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  Taylor DouglasAug 15, 2025
  If the starter on your Toro Lawn tractor doesn't crank, it could be due to a few reasons: * The blade control (PTO) might be engaged. Disengage the blade control (PTO). * The parking brake may not be on. Set the parking brake. * The battery could be dead. Charge the battery. * The electrical connections might be corroded or loose. Check the electrical connections for good contact. * A fuse could be blown. Replace the fuse.
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Mr. Christian Hart MDAug 20, 2025
Why does my Toro 71253 Lawn tractor engine lose power?
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  colemanrandallAug 20, 2025
  If your Toro Lawn tractor engine loses power, consider the following: * The engine load might be excessive; reduce the ground speed. * The air cleaner could be dirty; clean the air cleaner element. * The oil level in the crankcase might be low; add oil to the crankcase. * The cooling fins and air passages under the engine blower housing could be plugged; remove the obstruction from the cooling fins and air passages. * The spark plug may be faulty; install a new, correctly gapped spark plug. * The vent hole in the fuel cap could be plugged; clean or replace the fuel cap. * The fuel filter might be dirty; replace the fuel filter.
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Dawn NicholsonAug 25, 2025
What to do if my Toro 71253 Lawn tractor is cutting unevenly?
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  Karen GomezAug 25, 2025
  If your Toro Lawn tractor is cutting unevenly, check these: * The tire pressure might be incorrect; set the tire pressure. * The mower may not be level; level the mower from side-to-side and front-to-rear. * The underside of the mower could be dirty; clean the underside of the mower.
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hcastilloAug 28, 2025
Why is my Toro 71253 engine overheating?
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  petersendanielAug 28, 2025
  If your Toro Lawn tractor engine is overheating: * The engine load may be excessive; reduce the ground speed. * The oil level in the crankcase might be low; add oil to the crankcase. * The cooling fins and air passages under the engine blower housing could be plugged; remove the obstruction from the cooling fins and air passages.
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Ashley HarperSep 1, 2025
What to do if my Toro Lawn tractor has an abnormal vibration?
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  Sharon MccoySep 1, 2025
  If your Toro Lawn tractor has an abnormal vibration, check these potential causes: * The blades may be bent or unbalanced; install new blades. * The blade mounting bolt could be loose; tighten the blade mounting bolt. * The engine mounting bolts might be loose; tighten the engine mounting bolts. * A loose engine pulley, idler pulley, or blade pulley could be the issue; tighten the appropriate pulley.

Toro 71253 Specifications

General

Transmission	Hydrostatic
Cylinders	2
Fuel Capacity	3 gallons
Warranty	3-year limited
Speed	5.5 mph forward, 3.2 mph reverse
Weight	540 lbs
Wheel Size	15 inches front, 20 inches rear

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