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Toro Reelmaster 6500–D - User Manual

Toro Reelmaster 6500–D
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PART NO. 95871SL Rev. D
Service Manual
Reelmaster
R
6500–D/6700–D
Preface
The purpose of this publication is to provide the service
technician with information for troubleshooting, testing,
and repair of major systems and components on the
Reelmaster 6500–D and 6700–D.
REFER TO THE TRACTION UNIT AND CUTTING
UNIT OPERATOR’S MANUALS FOR OPERATING,
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT INSTRUC-
TIONS. Space is provided in Chapter 2 of this book to
insert the Operator’s Manuals and Parts Catalogs for
your machine. Replacement Operator’s Manuals are
available by sending complete Model and Serial Num-
ber to:
The Toro Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55420
The Toro Company reserves the right to change product
specifications or this publication without notice.
This safety symbol means DANGER, WARN-
ING, or CAUTION, PERSONAL SAFETY
INSTRUCTION. When you see this symbol,
carefully read the instructions that follow.
Failure to obey the instructions may result in
personal injury.
NOTE: A NOTE will give general information about the
correct operation, maintenance, service, testing or re-
pair of the machine.
IMPORTANT: The IMPORTANT notice will give im-
portant instructions which must be followed to pre-
vent damage to systems or components on the
machine.
E The Toro Company – 1996, 1998, 1999, 2002
(With Peugeot Engine)

Table of Contents

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Questions and Answers

  • A
    ashley70Sep 15, 2025
    Why does my Toro Reelmaster 6500–D have a bad spray pattern?
    • J
      johnnywilliamsSep 15, 2025
      If your Toro Lawn Mower has a bad spray pattern, it could be due to carbon deposits around the orifice, so clean it. It could also be due to a scored nozzle seat or a damaged needle, both of which require you to replace the injector.
  • A
    Ashley JohnsonAug 25, 2025
    What to do if my Toro Reelmaster 6500–D Lawn Mower engine will not start and emits black smoke?
    • J
      james57Aug 25, 2025
      If your Toro Lawn Mower engine won't start and emits black smoke, it could be due to several reasons: an obstructed air intake, defective injectors, a lack of compression from seized rings, damaged or worn valve seats, general wear, or incorrect injection pump timing.
  • C
    Curtis PerryAug 25, 2025
    What to do if my Toro Reelmaster 6500–D Lawn Mower engine will not start and emits white smoke?
    • C
      Catherine LiuAug 26, 2025
      If your Toro Lawn Mower engine will not start and emits white smoke, it could be due to a leaking cylinder head gasket.
  • J
    Joseph HillAug 26, 2025
    Why does my Toro Reelmaster 6500–D Lawn Mower engine emit smoke?
    • A
      Ashley StewartAug 27, 2025
      If the Toro Lawn Mower engine emits smoke, it might be due to air in the feed system. Check the gaskets and pipes. It could also be a defective fuel supply, so check the filter cartridge. Incorrect pump timing or incorrectly spraying injectors could also be the cause, so check, clean, and adjust the injectors. Finally, insufficient automatic advance might be the issue, which would require you to have the pump repaired.
  • S
    Sherry RobertsSep 16, 2025
    Why is my Toro Reelmaster 6500–D Lawn Mower injector leaking?
    • C
      Cesar CookSep 16, 2025
      If your Toro Lawn Mower injector is leaking, it could be due to foreign matter jammed between the nozzle seat and needle, so clean it. It could also be due to a nozzle seat that is out-of-true, which requires you to replace the injector.
  • A
    Ariel CoxSep 23, 2025
    What to do if the battery voltage is too high on my Toro Reelmaster 6500–D Lawn Mower?
    • N
      Nicholas WaltersSep 23, 2025
      If the battery voltage is too high on your Toro Lawn Mower, check the in-line diode and the regulator.
  • V
    Victoria IngramSep 8, 2025
    Why do the front or rear reels on my Toro Reelmaster 6500–D Lawn Mower not turn or turn too slow?
    • M
      Mrs. Kimberly GarciaSep 8, 2025
      If the front or rear reels on your Toro Lawn Mower do not turn or turn too slow, the reel speed valve FC1 (FC2) might be improperly adjusted, so make sure FC1 (FC2) is set to the desired reel speed. Do the cartridge valve service procedure for valve FC1 (FC2). Interchange FC1 and FC2 and check operation. Replace the faulty valve. The mow/backlap valve MD1 (MD2) might be partially rotated, so make sure MD1 (MD2) is fully seated in either the “Mow” or “Backlap “ position. Do the cartridge valve service procedure for valve MD1 (MD2). Interchange MD1 and MD2 and check operation. Replace the faulty valve. The relief valve R1 (R2) might be by-passing oil, so adjust relief valve R1 (R2) if necessary. Do the cartridge valve service procedure for valve R1 (R2). Replace the faulty valve.
  • B
    Bradley PittsSep 9, 2025
    Why does the wheel motor on my Toro Reelmaster 6500–D turn while unloaded, but slows down or stops when a load is applied?
    • J
      James OlsonSep 9, 2025
      If the wheel motor on your Toro Lawn Mower turns while unloaded but slows down or stops when a load is applied, it could be due to a scored valve plate on the wheel motor, so remove the backplate and inspect the bronze surface of the valve plate, and replace the valve plate if scored. Another possible cause is scored or worn piston shoes on the wheel motor, so disassemble the motor and inspect the condition of the shoes on the pistons, and replace the rotating kit assembly as a complete set.
  • D
    Derek LawrenceDec 1, 2025
    Why is the transmission or hydraulic system on my Toro Lawn Mower operating hot?
    • W
      William NguyenDec 1, 2025
      An overheated transmission or hydraulic system in your Toro Lawn Mower may be due to several reasons: The oil in the reservoir might be below the required level, so fill it to the proper level. The oil could be contaminated, requiring you to drain and refill the reservoir with clean oil. The oil in the system might be too light, so drain and refill with the proper viscosity oil. The heat exchanger might be defective, so check the oil cooler for obstructed airflow and replace it if damaged or plugged. The charge pressure could be low, so inspect the charge relief valve R5 and repair or replace it if defective. The transmission pressure might be high, so reduce the transmission load and ensure the brakes are not engaged. The towing by-pass might be open or defective, so close the towing by-p...
  • C
    christianmcdanielAug 31, 2025
    How to fix hydraulic oil leaks on my Toro Reelmaster 6500–D Lawn Mower?
    • A
      Ashlee MartinAug 31, 2025
      To fix hydraulic oil leaks on your Toro Lawn Mower, inspect the fittings, hose, or tube for looseness or damage, and check for missing or damaged O-rings. Repair or replace these components as necessary.

Summary

Safety

Before Operating

Key steps and guidelines before starting machine operation.

While Operating

Safety rules and procedures for operating the machine.

Engine

TROUBLESHOOTING

Provides troubleshooting guides for common engine problems like starting, power, and smoke.

ENGINE OVERHAUL

Detailed steps for disassembling and overhauling the engine.

Hydraulic System

HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS

Diagrams illustrating hydraulic circuits for various machine functions.

TESTING

Procedures for testing various hydraulic circuits and components.

Servo Controlled Piston Pump (Traction Pump)

Details on the disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of the servo controlled piston pump.

Servo Control

Instructions for servicing the manual servo control assembly and neutral lockout switch.

Wheel Motor

Procedures for the disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of the wheel motor.

4 WD Rear Axle Motor

Procedures for the disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of the 4WD rear axle motor.

Gear Pump

Instructions for the repair, disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of the gear pump.

Valve Blocks

Identification and testing of solenoids within the front and rear valve blocks.

Reel Motor

Service procedures for the reel motor, including adjusting valve and disassembly.

Steering Cylinder (2 WD)

Disassembly and reassembly instructions for the 2WD steering cylinder.

Steering Cylinder (4 WD)

Disassembly and reassembly instructions for the 4WD steering cylinder.

Steering Valve (75-0600 or 94-9950)

Procedures for the disassembly and assembly of the steering valve.

Electrical System

WIRING SCHEMATICS (S;N 50001 - 59999)

Wiring diagrams for Reelmaster 6500-D serial numbers 50001-59999.

WIRING SCHEMATICS (S;N 60001 & Up)

Wiring diagrams for Reelmaster 6500-D/6700-D serial numbers 60001 and up.

Starting Problems

Troubleshooting steps for engine starting issues.

Electrical System Quick Checks

Basic tests for battery, charging system, and voltage drop.

Component Identification and Testing

Defines and provides testing procedures for electrical components.

Axles, Planetaries and Brakes

Brake Service

Instructions for removing and installing the brake assembly.

Cutting Units

TROUBLESHOOTING

Identifies factors affecting cut quality and their possible problems/corrections.

Bedknife to Reel Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the bedknife parallel to the reel.

Setting Cutting Unit Attitude - New Cutting Units

Procedure for setting cutting unit attitude for new units using a two-screw gauge bar.

Checking or Adjusting Attitude - Used Cutting Units

Methods for checking or adjusting cutting unit attitude on used units.

Finalizing Height-of-Cut

Final steps to adjust and verify the height-of-cut.

Backlapping

Step-by-step instructions for backlapping cutting units.

Wire Harness Diagram

WIRE HARNESS DIAGRAM

Diagrams illustrating the machine's wire harness connections.

Toro Reelmaster 6500–D Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandToro
ModelReelmaster 6500–D
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

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