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Toro 74824 Operator's Manual

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Form No. 3360-960 Rev B
TITAN
™
ZX6050 Zero-Turn-Radius
Riding Mower
Model No. 74824—Serial No. 290000001 and Up
G009968
To register your product or download an Operator's Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge, go to www.Toro.com.
Original Instructions (EN)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3360-960 Rev B TITAN ™ ZX6050 Zero-Turn-Radius Riding Mower Model No. 74824—Serial No. 290000001 and Up G009968 To register your product or download an Operator's Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge, go to www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)

  • Page 2: Introduction

    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 © 2009—The Toro® Company Contact us at www.Toro.com.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safety ................4 Mower Deck Leveling......... 43 Safe Operating Practices ........4 Inspecting the Belts ..........45 Toro Riding Mower Safety ........6 Replacing the Mower Belt ........45 Slope Indicator............. 7 Removing the Mower ......... 46 Safety and Instructional Decals ......8 Installing the Mower...........

  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove key before dismounting. This machine meets or exceeds the B71.1-2003 specifications of the American National Standards • Turn off blades when not mowing. Stop the engine Institute, in effect at the time of production.
  • Page 5 Tall grass can hide A hitch kit is available for this machine and can be obstacles. obtained by contacting an Authorized Toro Dealer. • Avoid sudden starts when mowing uphill because Do not tow without first installing this manufacturer the mower may tip backwards.

  • Page 6: Toro Riding Mower Safety

    • Maintain or replace safety and instruction decals as necessary. • Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure that original standards are maintained. Toro Riding Mower Safety The following list contains safety information specific to Toro products or other safety information that you must know that is not included in the ANSI standards.

  • Page 7: Slope Indicator

    Slope Indicator G011841 Figure 3 This page may be copied for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can safely operate the machine on is 15 degrees. Use the slope chart to determine the degree of slope of hills before operating. Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 15 degrees. Fold along the appropriate line to match the recommended slope.

  • Page 8: 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 lost. 115-9632 1. Power take-off (PTO), 5. Fast Blade control switch on 99-8936 some models 2.
  • Page 9 110-6691 1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine. 2. Thrown object hazard, mower—do not operate the without deflector, discharge cover or grass collection system in place. 3. Cutting/dismemberment of hand or foot—stay away from moving parts. 112-9840 1.
  • Page 10 109-8965 1. Warning–read the Operator’s Manual. 2. Read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance; apply parking brake, remove the ignition key and disconnect the spark plug wire. 3. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine, pick up debris before operating, keep the discharge deflector in place.
  • Page 11 117-1164 1. Fuel 2. Full 3. Half 4. Empty...

  • Page 12: Product Overview

    Product Overview G010001 Figure 4 1. Motion control levers 4. Fuel gauge 7. Anti-scalp roller 10. Control panel 2. Operator seat 5. Footrest 8. Deflector 3. Parking brake 6. Front caster wheel 9. Foot pedal deck lift and height-of-cut G010009 Figure 5 1.

  • Page 13: Controls

    Controls switch (PTO) is engaged. Use these times for scheduling regular maintenance (Figure 6). Become familiar with all the controls before you start the engine and operate the machine (Figure 6). Fuel Gauge The fuel window located below the operator position can be used to verify the level of gasoline in the tank (Figure 7).

  • Page 14: Operation

    Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to injury. www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. Mowing on wet grass or steep slopes can cause sliding and loss of control.

  • Page 15: Adding Fuel

    In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property. • Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area, when the engine is cold. Wipe up any gasoline that spills.

  • Page 16: Fuel Gauge

    Important: Do not use fuel additives containing methanol or ethanol. In certain conditions during fueling, static Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner electricity can be released causing a spark to the gas. which can ignite the gasoline vapors. A fire Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective or explosion from gasoline can burn you and when mixed with fresh gasoline.

  • Page 17: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Filling the Fuel Tank Setting the Parking Brake Note: Do not fill the fuel tank completely full, this will allow gasoline to expand. 1. Shut the engine off and set the parking brake. 2. Clean around the fuel tank cap. 3.

  • Page 18: Operating The Ignition Switch

    Starting and Stopping the 2. Pull up on the choke knob to engage the choke before using the ignition switch (Figure 14). Engine 3. Push down on the choke to disengage the choke after the engine has started (Figure 14). Starting the Engine 1.

  • Page 19: Operating The Mower Blade Control Switch (Pto)

    Note: Additional starting cycles may be required when starting the engine for the first time after the fuel system has been without fuel completely. G008947 Figure 17 1. Off 3. Start 2. Run Stopping the Engine Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the tractor while it is unattended.

  • Page 20: The Safety Interlock System

    Disengaging the Blade Control Switch either motion control lever (forward or reverse). (PTO) Try starting the engine; the engine should not crank. Repeat with the other motion control lever. 3. While sitting on the seat, engage the parking brake, move the blade control switch to Off, and lock the motion control levers in neutral.
  • Page 21 Using the Motion Control Levers G008952 Figure 22 Figure 21 Driving Backward 1. Motion control 3. Forward 1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. lever-neutral lock position 2. Center, unlocked position 4. Backward 2. To go backward, slowly pull the motion control levers rearward (Figure 23).

  • Page 22: Stopping The Machine

    Stopping the Machine To stop the machine, move the traction control levers to neutral and move to locked position, disengage the blade control switch (PTO), and turn the ignition key to off. Set the parking brake when you leave the machine; refer to Setting the Parking Brake.

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Height Of Cut

    Adjusting the Height of Cut the 4-1/2 inch (114 mm) cutting height position) (Figure 25). The machine is equipped with a foot pedal deck lift 2. To adjust, remove the pin from the height-of-cut system. The operator can use the foot pedal to lift bracket (Figure 25).

  • Page 24: Adjusting The Anti-Scalp Rollers

    Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers Whenever you change the height-of-cut, it is recommended to adjust the height of the anti-scalp G010016 rollers. 1. Disengage the blade control switch (PTO), move the motion control levers to the neutral lock position and set the parking brake. 2.

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Motion Control Levers

    Refer to your Parts Manual for spring and hardware part numbers. Adjusting the Motion Control Levers Adjusting the Height The motion control levers can be adjusted higher or G010337 lower for maximum operator comfort. Figure 30 1. Remove the 2 bolts holding the control lever to the control arm shaft (Figure 29).

  • Page 26: Using The Side Discharge

    Using the Side Discharge The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf. G010230 Without a grass deflector, discharge cover, or complete grass catcher assembly mounted in place, you and others are exposed to blade contact and thrown debris.

  • Page 27: Blade Maintenance

    If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with Mow at Correct Intervals a genuine TORO replacement blade. Normally, mow every four days. But remember, grass grows at different rates at different times. So to maintain the same cutting height, which is a good practice, mow more often in early spring.

  • Page 28: Maintenance

    Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 8 hours • Change the hydraulic system filter and oil. After the first 50 hours • Check the safety interlock system. • Check the engine oil level. •...
  • Page 29 Figure 32 Located on the seat pan underside 1. Read the Operator’s Manual before performing any 4. Check the hydraulic oil every 25 hours maintenance. 2. Check the engine oil every 8 hours 5. Check the caster wheel tire pressure every 25 hours 3.

  • Page 30: Premaintenance Procedures

    Premaintenance Lubrication Procedures Greasing the Bearings Raising the Seat Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease all lubrication points. Make sure the motion control levers are locked in the Grease Type: No. 2 General Purpose Lithium Base neutral lock position. Lift the seat forward. Grease The following components can be accessed by raising 1.

  • Page 31: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance Contact with hot surfaces may cause personal injury. Keep hands, feet, face, clothing and other body parts away the muffler and other hot surfaces. Servicing the Air Cleaner Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently (every few hours) if operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.

  • Page 32: Servicing The Engine Oil

    solvent, gas, or kerosene. Replace the paper 3. To keep dirt, grass clippings, etc., out of the engine, element if it is damaged or cannot be cleaned clean the area around the oil fill cap/dipstick before thoroughly. removing it. 4. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all Servicing the Engine Oil moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position (Figure 37).

  • Page 33: Changing The Engine Oil Filter

    Note: Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center. 5. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil into the filler tube and slowly add the additional oil 1. Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This to bring it to the Full mark (Figure 39).

  • Page 34: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Check the spark plug(s). G009950 Make sure the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug. Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing the spark plug(s) and a gapping tool/feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap.

  • Page 35: Cleaning The Cooling System

    Fuel System Maintenance Replacing the Fuel Filter Service Interval: Every 500 hours/Yearly (whichever G008794 comes first) (more often under dusty, Figure 42 dirty conditions). 1. Disengage the blade control switch (PTO), move the motion control levers to the neutral lock position, Installing the Spark Plug and set the parking brake.

  • Page 36: Electrical System Maintenance

    Electrical System Maintenance Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the machine and cables causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, Servicing the Battery resulting in personal injury. Service Interval: Monthly • Always Disconnect the negative (black) battery cable before disconnecting the positive (red) cable.

  • Page 37: Servicing The Fuses

    5. Slide the red terminal boot off the positive (red) battery terminal and remove the positive (+)(red) battery cable (Figure 45). 6. Remove the clamp (Figure 45). 7. Remove the battery. Installing the Battery 1. Position battery in the tray with the terminal posts opposite from the hydraulic tank (Figure 45).

  • Page 38: Drive System Maintenance

    Drive System Maintenance G010340 Checking the Tire Pressure Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check tire pressure. Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified. Uneven tire pressure can cause uneven cut. Check the pressure at the valve stem (Figure 48). Check the tires when they are cold to get the most accurate pressure reading.

  • Page 39: Hydraulic System Maintenance

    Hydraulic System 2. Locate the filter and guards on each transaxle drive system (Figure 50). Remove three screws securing Maintenance the filter guard and guard. Oil Type: 20w-50 engine oil. G010254 Important: Use oil specified or equivalent. Other fluids could cause system damage. Checking the Hydraulic Oil Level Service Interval: Every 25 hours...

  • Page 40: Bleeding The Hydraulic System

    G010333 Figure 52 1. Jacking points 2. Start engine and move throttle control ahead to 1/2 throttle position. Disengage parking brake. A. Move the bypass levers into the pushing the machine position; refer to the Pushing the Machine by Hand section in Operation. With the bypass valves open and the engine running, slowly move the motion control levers in both forward and reverse (5 or 6 times).

  • Page 41: Mower Deck Maintenance

    Checking for Bent Blades blades as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement Note: The machine must be on a level surface for the blade. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you following procedure.

  • Page 42: Removing The Blades

    1/8 inch (3mm), the blade spindle could be bent. Contact an Authorized Toro Dealer for service. 5. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface B. If the variance is within constraints, move to the here.

  • Page 43: Mower Deck Leveling

    Figure 60 1. Blade 2. Balancer Installing the Blades 1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Figure 58). Important: The curved part of the blade must be pointing upward toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting. 2.

  • Page 44: Leveling The Mower Deck

    are not within 3/16 inch (5 mm), an adjustment is required; continue to the Leveling procedure. Figure 62 1. Blades front to rear 3. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface Figure 61 here 2. Outside cutting edges 1.

  • Page 45: Inspecting The Belts

    Make sure all attachment bolts are tight 6. Verify the deck is level by checking the side-to-side 6. Using a spring removal tool, (Toro part no. 92-5771), level and front-to-rear blade slope; repeat deck remove the idler spring from the deck post to leveling procedure if necessary.

  • Page 46: Removing The Mower

    The spring is under tension when installed and can cause personal injury. Be careful when removing the belt. 10. Using a spring removal tool, (Toro part no. 92-5771), install the idler spring over the deck post and placing tension on the idler pulley and mower belt (Figure 66).

  • Page 47: Installing The Mower

    Installing the Mower 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch. 2. Move the motion control levers outward to the neutral lock position, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.

  • Page 48: Cleaning

    Cleaning Washing the Underside of the Mower Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Clean the mower housing. Wash the underside of the mower after each use to prevent grass buildup for improved mulch action and clipping dispersal. 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch.

  • Page 49: Waste Disposal

    A broken or missing washout fitting could expose you and others to thrown objects or blade contact. Contact with blade or thrown debris can cause injury or death. • Replace broken or missing washout fitting immediately, before using mower again. •...

  • Page 50: Storage

    Storage B. Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). Cleaning and Storage C. Stop the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel tank; refer to Servicing the Fuel Tank in the 1. Disengage the blade control switch (PTO), set the Maintenance Section.

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Starter does not crank 1. Blade control switch (PTO) is engaged. 1. Move blade control switch (PTO) to disengaged. 2. Parking brake is not on. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Drive levers are not in neutral lock 3.
  • Page 52 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Machine does not drive. 1. By pass valves is not closed tight. 1. Tighten the by pass valves. 2. Pump belt is worn, loose or broken. 2. Change the belt. 3. Pump belt is off a pulley. 3.

  • Page 53: Schematics

    Schematics G012083 Wire Diagram (Rev. A)
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  • Page 56: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    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 the Toro importer.

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