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Form No. 3328–450
17-52ZX
TimeCutter ZX Riding Mower
Model No. 74701—Serial No. 230000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
Domestic English (EN)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3328–450 17-52ZX TimeCutter ZX Riding Mower Model No. 74701—Serial No. 230000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Domestic English (EN)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ..... . The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee ... . .

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service This machine meets or exceeds the B71.1–1998 Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and specifications of the American National Standards serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates Institute, in effect at the time of production.

  • Page 4: Slope Operation

    Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. Use extreme care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the Do not operate the machine while under the influence machine and cause loss of control. of alcohol or drugs. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing Children roadways.

  • Page 5: Toro Riding Mower Safety

    Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. 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 Chart

    Slope Chart...

  • Page 9: Safety And Instruction Decals

    Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. Note: If needed, a Decal Kit, 106–6412, and French manual are available. Order the Decal Kit from the Toro Parts Department and the French manual from either the Toro Parts Department or online at www.toro.com.
  • Page 10 99-3943 1. Engine 104-8032 1. Height of cut 104-8088 104-8009 1. Throttle 7. Off 2. Choke 8. Headlights 3. Fast 9. Engine—stop 4. Continuous variable 10. Engine—run setting 11. Engine—start 5. Slow 12. Ignition 6. On 104-3641 1. Height of cut...
  • Page 11 104-5091 1. Contains lead; do not 4. No sparks, flame, or 6. Flush eyes immediately with 8. Minimum fill line discard. smoking water and get medical help 9. Instructions for activating the fast. 2. Recycle 5. Sulfuric acid can cause battery blindness or severe burns.

  • Page 12: Gasoline And Oil

    Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Warning Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (87 pump octane minimum). Leaded regular gasoline Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. may be used if unleaded regular is not available. Long–term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness.

  • Page 13: Operation

    Operation Controls Become familiar with all of the controls (Fig. 3 and 4) Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine before you start the engine and operate the machine. from the normal operating position. Think Safety First Please carefully read all of the safety instructions and decals in the safety section.

  • Page 14: Using The Parking Brake

    Using the Parking Brake 4. Move the PTO (power take off) to Off (Fig. 6). Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. Setting the Parking Brake 1. Move the motion control levers (Fig. 4) out to the neutral lock position.

  • Page 15: Operating The Power Take Off (Pto)

    Stopping The Safety Interlock System 1. Move the throttle lever to Slow (Fig. 7). Caution 2. Move the PTO to Off (Fig. 6). 3. Turn the ignition key to Off (Fig. 8). If safety interlock switches are disconnected or 4. Pull the wire off of the spark plug(s) to prevent the damaged the machine could operate unexpectedly possibility of someone accidentally starting the machine causing personal injury.

  • Page 16: Driving Forward Or Backward

    Driving Forward or Backward Backward 1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle control in 2. To go backward, slowly pull the motion control levers the Fast position for best performance.

  • Page 17: Adjusting The Anti-Scalp Rollers

    Positioning the Seat The seat can move forward and backward. Position the seat where you have the best control of the machine and are most comfortable. 1. Raise the seat and loosen the adjustment knobs (Fig. 13). 2. Move the seat to the desired position and tighten the knobs.

  • Page 18: Pushing The Machine By Hand

    Pushing the Machine by Hand Side Discharge The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses Important Always push the machine by hand. Never clippings to the side and down toward the turf. tow the machine because damage may occur. Danger To Push the Machine 1.

  • Page 19: Tips For Mowing Grass

    This also helps disperse clippings which enhances damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine decomposition and fertilization. Toro replacement blade. Mow at Correct Intervals 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 20: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval After first use Change the engine oil. Check the engine oil level. Check the safety system. Each use Clean the air intake screen.

  • Page 21: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil 4. Slide the oil dipstick fully into the filler tube, but do not thread it onto the tube (Fig. 16). Pull the dipstick out and look at the metal end. If the oil level is low, slowly Change the oil after every 100 operating hours. pour only enough oil into the filler tube to raise the Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SG, SH, SJ, or higher) level to, but not over, the “F”...

  • Page 22: Air Cleaner

    Changing the Oil Filter Air Cleaner Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other oil Foam Element: Clean and oil after every 25 operating change. hours. Note: Change the oil filter more frequently when operating Paper Element: Replace after every 100 operating hours. conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.

  • Page 23: Spark Plug

    Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements Installing the Foam and Paper Elements 1. Foam Element Important To prevent engine damage, always operate the engine with the complete foam and paper air cleaner A. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm assembly installed.

  • Page 24: Draining The Fuel Tank

    Checking the Spark Plug 1. Park the machine on a level surface, to ensure that the fuel tank drains completely. Then disengage the PTO, 1. Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 23). If you set the parking brake, stop the engine, and remove the see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is key.

  • Page 25: Servicing The Battery

    5. Install a new filter and move the hose clamps close to Warning the filter (Fig. 24). 6. Open the fuel shut-off valve. Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the tractor and cables causing sparks. Sparks can Servicing the Battery cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury.

  • Page 26: Charging The Battery

    5. Slide the red terminal boot onto the positive (red) 4. Slowly pour distilled water into each battery cell until battery post. the electrolyte level is up to the Upper line (Fig. 26) on the battery case. 6. Secure the battery with the hold-down (Fig. 25). Important Do not overfill the battery because electrolyte (sulfuric acid) can cause severe corrosion and...

  • Page 27: Servicing The Fuses

    Servicing the Fuses Where to Add Grease Lubricate the grease fittings as shown on the Check Service Service Interval/Specification Reference Aid decal (Fig. 29) located beneath the seat. The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires no maintenance; however, if a fuse blows, check the component/circuit for a malfunction or short.

  • Page 28: Checking The Tire Pressure

    File down any nicks and sharpen the plug(s). blades as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. For 2. Rotate the blades until the ends face forward and convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to backward (Fig.

  • Page 29: Removing The Blades

    2. Check the balance of the blade by putting it on a blade the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. balancer (Fig. 37). If the blade stays in a horizontal Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may position, the blade is balanced and can be used.

  • Page 30: Leveling The Mower From Side-To-Side

    Installing the Blades 5. Remove the hairpin cotter and washer from the leveling bracket (Fig. 39). To level the blade(s), reposition the 1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Fig. 35). leveling bracket(s) in a different hole and install the washer and hairpin cotter (Fig.
  • Page 31 4. Measure the length of the rear trunion rod (Fig. 40). If 7. To adjust the front-to-rear blade slope, remove the the rod length is not 11-1/2 inch (29.2 cm), remove the hairpin cotter from the front trunion yokes and loosen clevis pin and cotter pin from the end of the rod the jam nuts (Fig.

  • Page 32: Inspecting The Belts

    Inspecting the Belts 6. Route the new belt through the idler arm (Fig. 43) and onto the other pulleys (Fig. 44). Inspect all belts every 100 hours. 7. Tighten the outer nut on the spring eye bolt (Fig. 43). Check the belts for cracks, frayed edges, burn marks, or any Note: Check the spring length.

  • Page 33: Installing The Mower

    4. Remove the hairpin cotter and clevis pin from the rear 7. Install the mower belt onto the engine pulley; refer to trunion rod (Fig. 46) on each side of the mower. Replacing the Mower Belt, page 32. 5. Remove the hairpin cotter and washer at the mower leveling brackets (Fig.

  • Page 34: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    Replacing the Grass Deflector Warning Warning A broken or missing washout fitting could expose you and others to thrown objects or blade contact. Contact with blade or thrown debris contact will An uncovered discharge opening could allow the cause injury or death. lawn mower to throw objects in the operator’s or bystander’s direction and result in serious injury.

  • Page 35: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram...

  • Page 36: Cleaning And Storage

    Cleaning and Storage 11. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its condition; refer to Spark Plug, page 23. With the spark plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two tablespoons of engine oil into 1. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, stop the the spark plug hole.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The engine overheats. 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce ground speed. 2. The oil level in the crankcase is 2. Add oil to the crankcase. low. 3. The cooling fins and air 3.
  • Page 38 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The engine loses power. 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce ground speed. 2. The air cleaner is dirty. 2. Clean the air cleaner element. 3. The oil level in the crankcase is 3. Add oil to the crankcase. low.
  • Page 39 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The blades do not rotate. 1. The drive belt is worn, loose or 1. Install a new drive belt. broken. 2. The drive belt is off of the 2. Install the drive belt and check pulley.

  • Page 40: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.

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