Toro 74855 Operator's Manual

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Original Instructions (EN)
TITAN
®
ZX 4800 Zero-Turn-Radius
Riding Mower
Model No. 74855—Serial No. 316000001 and Up
Form No. 3401-741 Rev A
g034418
*3401-741* A

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3401-741 Rev A TITAN ® ZX 4800 Zero-Turn-Radius Riding Mower Model No. 74855—Serial No. 316000001 and Up g034418 *3401-741* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2: Figure

    California to cause cancer, birth defects, product properly and safely. or other reproductive harm. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product It is a violation of California Public Resource Code safety and operation training materials, accessory information, Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on any help finding a dealer, or to register your product.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Operating the Choke..........18 accessories may alter the warranty, traction, and Operating the Ignition Switch ........19 safety of the machine. Failure to use original Toro Starting and Shutting Off the Engine......19 parts could cause serious injury or death. Making Operating the Blade-Control Switch (PTO)....20 unauthorized changes to the engine, fuel or venting Driving the Machine ..........20...
  • Page 4: Safety

    Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachments are needed to properly and safely perform the job. Use only accessories and attachments approved by The Toro Company. • Wear appropriate clothing including substantial slip-resistant footwear, eye protection, and hearing protection.
  • Page 5: Safe Handling Of Fuel

    Operation Rollover-Protection System (ROPS) • • Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If lightning Do not remove the ROPS. is seen or thunder is heard in the area, do not operate • The ROPS is an integral and effective safety device. Keep the machine;...
  • Page 6: Toro Riding Mower Safety

    Toro Riding Mower Safety • Disengage drives, set parking brake, stop engine and The following list contains safety information specific to Toro remove key or disconnect spark-plug wire. Wait for all products or other safety information that you must know that movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning or repairing.
  • 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 5. Fast 1. Power take-off (PTO), Blade control switch on 99-8936 some models 2.
  • Page 9 117-1194 1. Engine 117-2718 130-0655 1. Fuel tank 3. Half 2. Full 4. Empty 130-0731 1. Warning—thrown object 2. Cutting hazard of hand or hazard; keep the deflector foot, mower blade—keep shield in place. away from moving parts. 130-0654 1. Transport—lock 3.
  • Page 10 130-0765 1. Read the Operator's 3. Remove the key from Manual. the ignition and read the Operator's Manual before permorning maintenance. 2. Height-of-cut selection 130-6927 1. Warning—always use the ROPS and wear the seat belt when seated in the operator's position. 130-6922 1.
  • Page 11 132-0873 1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders away from the 3. Cutting/dismemberment of hand or foot—stay away from machine. moving parts. 2. Thrown object hazard, mower—do not operate the without 4. Entanglement hazard, belt—keep all guards in place. deflector, discharge cover, or grass collection system in place. 130-6996 1.
  • Page 12 132–0871 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual; do not operate this 4. Ramp hazard—when loading onto a trailer, do not use dual vehicle unless you are trained; wear hearing protection. ramps; only use a singular ramp wide enough for the machine and that has an incline less than 15 degrees;...
  • Page 13: Product Overview

    Product Overview Figure 4 1. Drive wheel 4. Motion control levers 7. Front caster wheel 10. Deflector 2. Operator seat 5. Parking brake 8. Anti-scalp roller 3. Roll over protection system 6. Footrest 9. Foot pedal deck lift and (ROPS) height-of-cut...
  • Page 14: Controls

    It operates when the blade-control switch (PTO) is its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or engaged. Use these times for scheduling regular maintenance Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved (Figure attachments and accessories.
  • Page 15: Operation

    Operation WARNING Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and from the normal operating position. illness. • Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. Adding Fuel •...
  • Page 16: Think Safety First

    Filling the Fuel Tank Think Safety First Shut off the engine and move the motion controls to the Please read all safety instructions and symbols in the safety position. section. Knowing this information could help you or bystanders avoid injury. Important: Do not overfill fuel tank.
  • Page 17: Using The Rollover-Protection System (Rops)

    Understanding the CAUTION Safety-Interlock System This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85 dBA at the operators ear and can cause hearing loss through extended periods of exposure. WARNING If the safety-interlock switches are disconnected or Wear hearing protection when operating this damaged, the machine could operate unexpectedly, machine.
  • Page 18: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    Checking the Engine-Oil Level Operating the Throttle Before you start the engine and use the machine, check The throttle control can be moved between the S the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking the positions (Figure 12). Engine-Oil Level (page 31).
  • Page 19: Operating The Ignition Switch

    Operating the Ignition Switch 1. Turn the ignition key to the S position (Figure 14). TART Note: When the engines starts, release the key. Note: Additional starting cycles may be required when starting the engine for the first time after the fuel system has been without fuel completely.
  • Page 20: Operating The Blade-Control Switch (Pto)

    Disengaging the Blade-Control Switch (PTO) 00:60 Sec G009174 Figure 18 Driving the Machine The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle control in the F position for best performance. Always operate in the full-throttle position when mowing.
  • Page 21: Driving Forward

    Using the Motion-Control Levers Use the motion-control levers as shown in Figure G008952 Figure 20 Driving Backward Figure 19 Note: Always use caution when backing up and turning. 1. Motion-control 4. Backward 1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. lever—N EUTRAL position...
  • Page 22: Stopping The Machine

    Stopping the Machine WARNING Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while it is unattended. Always remove the ignition key and move the motion-control levers outward to the P position when leaving the machine unattended, even if just for a few minutes.
  • Page 23: Adjusting The Anti-Scalp Rollers

    4. Align the bolt and anti-scalp roller in the hole of the bracket that matched the closest height-of-cut position (Figure 24). 5. Insert the bolt into the bracket hole and secure the bolt and anti-scalp roller with the flange nut (Figure 24).
  • Page 24: Adjusting The Motion-Control Levers

    Adjusting the Motion-Control Adjusting the Tilt Levers The motion-control levers can be tilted forward or rearward for maximum operator comfort. 1. Loosen the upper bolt holding the control lever to the Adjusting the Height control-arm shaft. Note: Repeat the adjustment for the opposite control lever. 2.
  • Page 25: Using The Side Discharge

    Using the Side Discharge Transporting the Machine Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses Ensure that the trailer or truck has all necessary brakes, clippings to the side and down toward the turf. lighting, and marking as required by law.
  • Page 26 Important: Do not use narrow individual ramps for each side of the machine. Ensure the ramp is long enough so that the angle with the ground does not exceed 15 degrees (Figure 30). On flat ground, this requires a ramp to be at least 4 times as long as the height of the trailer or truck bed to the ground.
  • Page 27: Operating Tips

    If a blade is damaged or worn, replace ground. However, the cutting height used in the past is it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. generally the best one to use. When cutting grass longer than 15 cm (6 inches) tall, you may want to cut the lawn twice to ensure an acceptable quality of cut.
  • 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 filter and fluid. After the first 50 hours • Check the safety-interlock system. • Clean and check the air-cleaner element. •...
  • Page 29: Premaintenance Procedures

    Premaintenance Procedures Service-Interval Chart Figure 31 Located on the seat pan underside 1. Read the Operator's Manual before performing any 4. Check the hydraulic fluid 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: Lubrication

    Lubrication Engine Maintenance Greasing the Bearings WARNING Contact with hot surfaces may cause personal Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease all lubrication injury. points. Keep hands, feet, face, clothing and other body Grease Type: No. 2 lithium grease parts away the muffler and other hot surfaces. 1.
  • Page 31: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Cleaning the Element Important: Do not overfill the crankcase with oil because damage to the engine may result. Do not run Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Service the paper the engine with oil below the low mark because the element (more often in dusty, dirty engine may be damaged.
  • Page 32: Changing The Engine Oil

    Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 8 hours—Change the engine oil. Every 100 hours—Change the engine oil (more often in dusty, dirty conditions). Note: Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center. 1. Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly lower than the opposite side to ensure the oil drains completely.
  • Page 33: Servicing The Spark Plug

    g027478 Figure 39 Checking the Spark Plug Important: Never clean the spark plug(s). Always replace the spark plug(s) when it has: a black coating, worn electrodes, an oily film, or cracks. If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly.
  • Page 34: Cleaning The Cooling System

    Cleaning the Cooling System Fuel System Maintenance Clean the air-intake screen from grass and debris before each use. 1. Disengage the blade-control switch and move the Replacing the Fuel Filter control levers to the N position, and EUTRAL apply the parking brake. Service Interval: Every 100 hours/Yearly (whichever comes 2.
  • Page 35: Electrical System Maintenance

    Electrical System 1. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move the motion-control levers to the N position, EUTRAL Maintenance and set the parking brake. 2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating Servicing the Battery position.
  • Page 36: Servicing The Fuses

    Charging the Battery WARNING Charging the battery produces gasses that can explode. Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and flames away from battery. Important: Always keep the battery fully charged. This is especially important to prevent battery damage when the temperature is below 32°F (0°C).
  • Page 37: Drive System Maintenance

    Drive System Hydraulic System Maintenance Maintenance Oil Type: Toro HYPR-OIL® 500 or 20W-50 motor oil. Checking the Tire Pressure System Capacity: 4.495 L (152 oz) with a filter change. Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check tire pressure. Important: Use oil specified or equivalent. Other fluids could cause system damage.
  • Page 38 Removing the Hydraulic Filters 4. Install the vent plug and torque it to 20 N•m (180 in-lb). 5. Continue to add fluid through the expansion reservoir Important: When the hydraulic filter is removed, all of until fluid comes out of the remaining vent-plug hole the hydraulic fluid in each transaxle will drain out.
  • Page 39: Mower Deck Maintenance

    Check the cutter blades daily for sharpness, and for any wear or damage. File down any nicks and sharpen the blades as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. For convenient sharpening and replacement, keep extra blades G010333 on hand.
  • Page 40 3. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface (Figure 54). Figure 52 1. Cutting edge 3. Wear/slot forming G009680 2. Curved area 4. Damage Figure 54 Checking for Bent Blades 1. Blade (in position for measuring) Note: The machine must be on a level surface for the 2.
  • Page 41: Removing The Blades

    Sharpening the Blades exceed 3mm (1/8 inch), the blade spindle could 1. Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both ends of be bent. Contact an Authorized Toro Dealer for the blade (Figure 58).
  • Page 42: Leveling The Mower Deck

    Installing the Blades 1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Figure 57). Important: The curved part of the blade must be pointing upward toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting. 2. Install the spring disk and blade bolt with the spring disk cone installed toward the bolt head (Figure 57).
  • Page 43: Inspecting The Belts

    Figure 61 1. Blades front to rear 3. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface here. 2. Outside cutting edges Figure 63 Leveling the Mower Deck 3. Hook 1. Deck-lift arm 2. Chain 4. Adjustment bolt 1.
  • Page 44: Replacing The Mower Belt

    Removing the Mower 6. Remove the floor pan to access the idler pulley. 7. Using a spring removal tool, (Toro Part No. 92-5771), Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the remove the idler spring from the deck post to remove blade-control switch.
  • Page 45: Installing The Mower Deck

    Removing the Mower Deck Installing the Mower Deck 1. Remove the hairpin cotter and washer securing the 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the link pin to the frame and deck, and remove the link blade-control switch. (Figure 65).
  • Page 46 g024317 G024316 Figure 68 Figure 67 1. Rod and spring assembly 3. Rod, short end, moved 1. Deflector 4. Spring partially installed behind the mower bracket 2. Deck brackets 5. Spring installed over the 2. Loop end of the spring 4.
  • Page 47: Cleaning

    Cleaning 5. Sit on the seat, start the engine, engage the blade-control switch, and let the mower run for 1 to 3 minutes. Washing the Underside of the 6. Disengage the blade-control switch, shut off the Mower engine, remove the ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop.
  • Page 48: Storage

    Storage C. Shut off the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel tank. D. Restart the engine and run it until it stops. Cleaning and Storage E. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle the fuel 1. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), set the according to local codes.
  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The starter does not crank. 1. The blade-control switch (PTO) is 1. Move the blade-control switch (PTO) engaged. to disengaged. 2. The parking brake is not on. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. The drive levers are not in 3.
  • Page 50 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The machine does not drive. 1. The by pass valves are not closed 1. Tighten the by pass valves. tight. 2. The pump belt is worn, loose or broken. 2. Change the belt. 3. The pump belt is off a pulley. 3.
  • Page 51: Schematics

    Schematics Wire Diagram (Rev. B)
  • Page 52 Countries Other than the United States or Canada This warranty is not valid in Mexico. Customers who have purchased Toro products outside 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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