Table Of Contents - Toro 74901 Operator's Manual

1. Safety alert symbol
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical information
and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special
attention.
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Contents
Introduction .................................................................. 2
Safety ........................................................................... 4
Safe Operating Practices........................................... 4
Toro Mower Safety .................................................. 6
Slope Indicator ....................................................... 8
Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 9
Product Overview .........................................................14
Controls ...............................................................14
Specifications ........................................................15
Operation ....................................................................16
Adding Fuel...........................................................16
Checking the Engine-oil Level..................................17
Breaking In a New Machine .....................................17
Using the Rollover Protection System (ROPS) ............17
Think Safety First ...................................................18
Operating the Parking Brake ....................................19
Operating the Mower Blade-control Switch
(PTO) ...............................................................19
Operating the Throttle ............................................20
Operating the Choke...............................................20
Operating the Ignition Switch ..................................20
Using the Fuel Shutoff Valve....................................20
Starting and Stopping the Engine..............................21
Using the Safety-interlock System .............................22
Driving Forward or Backward ..................................22
Stopping the Machine .............................................24
Adjusting the Height-of-Cut ....................................24
Adjusting the Anti-scalp Rollers................................25
Adjusting the Flow Baffle Cam Locks ........................26
Positioning the Flow Baffle ......................................26
Positioning the Seat ................................................27
Unlatching the Seat.................................................27
Changing the Seat Suspension ..................................27
Using the Drive-wheel-release Valves ........................27
Using the Side Discharge .........................................28
Transporting Machines............................................29
Loading Machines ..................................................29
Operating Tips ......................................................31
Maintenance .................................................................32
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ......................32
Lubrication ...............................................................33
Greasing and Lubrication ........................................33
Lubricating the Caster-wheel Hubs ...........................34
Engine Maintenance ..................................................35
Servicing the Air Cleaner .........................................35
Servicing the Engine Oil..........................................37
Servicing the Spark Plug ..........................................39
Checking the Spark Arrester (if equipped) ..................40
Fuel System Maintenance ...........................................41
Replacing the Fuel Filter..........................................41
Servicing the Fuel Tank ...........................................41
Electrical System Maintenance ....................................42
Servicing the Battery...............................................42
Servicing the Fuses .................................................44
Drive System Maintenance .........................................44
Checking the Seat Belt.............................................44
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