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Form No. 3358-273 Rev B Titan™ Z4800 and Z5200 Model No. 74812—Serial No. 270000001 and Up Model No. 74814—Serial No. 270000001 and Up Register your product at www.Toro.com Original Instructions (EN)
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro Warning parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer CALIFORNIA Service and have the model and serial Proposition 65 Warning numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial The engine exhaust from this product numbers on the product.
Specifications Engine Specifications: Operator Controls See Your Engine Owner’s Manual Steering and Motion Control: Separate levers, on each side of the RPM: console, control speed and direction of Full Speed: 3650 ± 100 (max) RPM travel of the respective drive wheels. (No Load) Steering is controlled by varying the Idle: 1650 (min) RPM...
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Tires and Wheels Dimensions Drive Tires: Overall Width: Without deck: (48”) 20 x 9-8 48” Deck: 45.5” (116 cm) (52”) 20 x 10-8 52” Deck: 47.0” (119 cm) All 4-ply Deflector up: Front Caster Tires: 48” Deck: 48.3” (122 cm) Pneumatic, 10 x 4 smooth tread tires.
Safety Be aware of the mower discharge This machine meets or exceeds the • direction and do not point it at anyone. safety specifications of the American Avoid discharging material against a wall National Standards Institute or obstruction. Material may ricochet back B71.1-2003 in effect at the time of toward the operator.
Slope Operation Use a walk behind mower and/or a hand • trimmer near drop-offs, ditches, steep Slopes are a major factor related to loss of banks or water. control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Operation on Children all slopes requires extra caution.
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Maintain or replace safety and instruction • If fuel is spilled on clothing, change • decals as necessary. clothing immediately. Use only genuine Toro replacement parts • Never overfill the fuel tank. Replace gas • to ensure that original standards are cap and tighten securely.
The following list contains safety information Battery acid is poisonous and can cause • specific to Toro products or other safety burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and information that you must know that is not clothing. Protect your face, eyes, and included in the ANSI standards.
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. 1. Unused fuse 1. Warning – do receptacle not touch the 2.
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1. Warning – do not operate the mower with the discharge deflector up or removed; keep the discharge deflector in place. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade – stay away from moving parts. PART NO. 93-7009 LOCATION: Behind Discharge Deflector on Deck Side Plate 1.
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A. Read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance. B. Time interval. C. Check oil level. D. Refer to Operator’s Manual for grease instructions. E. Check hydraulic oil level and refer to Operator’s manual for further instructions. F. Check tire pressure. PART NO.
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TRACTION DRIVE BELT ROUTING 1. Engine – stop 2. Engine – run 3. Engine – start 4. Power take-off (PTO), Blade control switch. 5. Read Operator’s PART NO. 109-6014 Manual LOCATION: RH Side of 6. Throttle - fast Seat Box 7.
Controls Become familiar with all of the controls in Throttle Control Figure Figure 4, and Figure 5 before you The throttle is used to control engine speed. start the engine and operate the machine. Moving throttle lever forward will increase engine speed and moving throttle lever to the rear will decrease engine speed.
Operation Note: The left and right sides of the machine Recommended Gasoline are determined while sitting in the seat in the Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable normal operating position. for automotive use (87 pump octane Think Safety First minimum). Important: Never use methanol, gasoline Please carefully read all of the safety containing methanol, or gasohol instructions and decals in the safety section.
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In certain conditions during fueling, Gasoline is harmful or fatal if static electricity can be released swallowed. causing a spark which can ignite the Long-term exposure to vapors can gasoline vapors. cause serious injury and illness. A fire or explosion from gasoline can Avoid prolonged breathing of •...
space in the neck of the tank allows 3. Move the throttle lever to midway and the gasoline to expand. Do not fill the fuel choke lever forward before starting a cold tank completely full. engine (Figure 4. Install the fuel tank cap securely. Wipe up Note: A warm or hot engine may not require any gasoline that may have spilled.
5. If the engine stalls or hesitates, move the choke lever partially forward for a few seconds. (Figure 10). Operating the Blades The blade control switch, represented by a power take-off (PTO) symbol, engages and disengages power to the mower blades. This switch controls power to any attachments that draw power from the engine, including the Figure 12...
NOTE: If machine does not pass any • control levers are in. of these tests, do not operate. Contact your authorized TORO SERVICE Testing the Safety Interlock System DEALER. Test the safety interlock system before you IMPORTANT: It is essential that use the machine each time.
Forward Stopping the Machine 1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked To stop the machine, move the motion control position. levers to neutral and outward to the neutral 2. To go forward, slowly push the motion position, disengage the blade control switch, control levers forward (Figure 13).
Adjusting the Height of Cut 1. Raise the deck to the transport position (4.5” cut height) by pushing the foot actuated lever forward (Figure 15). The spring loaded transport pin will automatically engage and will click into place. 2. Move the deck height adjuster pin to the desired cut height.
3. Repeat the adjustment for the opposite control lever. Adjusting the Tilt The motion control levers can be tilted fore or aft for maximum operator comfort. 1. Loosen the upper bolt holding the control lever to the control arm shaft. 2.
Side Discharge cut the lawn twice to ensure an acceptable quality of cut. The mower has a hinged discharge deflector Cut 1/3 of the Grass Blade that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf. It is best to cut only about 1/3 of the grass blade.
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Toro replacement blade. Only eventually become unsatisfactory. Toro blades are to be used with this unit. No Blade Maintenance other blades are approved. Maintain a sharp blade throughout the cutting season because a sharp blade cuts cleanly without tearing or shredding the grass blades.
Maintenance Note: The left and right sides of the machine are determined while sitting in the seat in the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Check the safety interlock system • Check the air cleaner for dirty, loose or damaged. •...
2. Move the motion control levers outward to Premaintenance the neutral position, engage parking Procedures brake, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop Raising the Seat before leaving the operating position. 3. Clean the grease fittings (Figure 20 Make sure the motion control levers are Figure...
4. Connect a grease gun to each fitting 2. Remove the air cleaner element with the (Figure 20 Figure 21). Pump grease integral rubber seal (Figure 22). into the fittings until grease begins to ooze 3. Gently tap the pleated side of the paper out of the bearings.
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SAE 30 40°F and higher (5°C and higher) is 5. Remove the dipstick and check the oil good for all purpose use above 40°F. Use level. (Figure 24). below 40° will cause hard starting. The oil level should be up to, but not over, 10W-30 0 to 100°F (-18 to 38°C) is better for the F mark on the dipstick.
Figure 26 1. Oil filter 2. Gasket 12. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil into the filler tube (Figure 24). 13. Install the oil fill cap/dipstick and push firmly into place (Figure 24). 14. Check the oil level (Figure 24);...
Change the Hydraulic 5. Raise the rear of machine up and support with jack stands (or equivalent support) System Filter just high enough to allow drive wheels to turn freely. Service the hydraulic system filter after the first 200 hours of operation. 6.
Removing the Spark Plug 1. Disengage the blade control switch, move the motion controls outward to the park position, stop the engine, and remove the key. 2. Pull the wire off of the spark plug (Figure 29). Clean around the spark plug Figure 30 to prevent dirt from falling into the engine 1.
Fuel System Maintenance Replacing the Fuel Filter 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. • Perform any fuel related maintenance when the engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open area.
Electrical System Maintenance Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the machine and cables causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in CALIFORNIA personal injury. Proposition 65 Warning Always disconnect the negative • Battery posts, terminals, and related (black) battery cable before accessories contain lead and lead disconnecting the positive (red)
NOTE: To prevent damage due to Note: Do not run the machine with the freezing, battery should be fully charged battery disconnected, electrical damage may before putting away for winter storage. occur. 3. Check the voltage of the battery with a Installing the Battery digital voltmeter.
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 Figure 34 replacement, you may want to keep extra 1.
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3. Measure from a level surface to the conformance of the machine, use genuine cutting edge of the blades at the same Toro replacement blades. Replacement position as in step 1. The difference blades made by other manufacturers may between the dimensions obtained in steps result in an unsafe machine.
1. Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at bystanders. both ends of the blade (Figure 39). Always install the original Toro • Maintain the original angle. The blade blades, blade bushing, spring disk retains its balance if the same amount of washers and blade bolts as shown.
5. Measure between the outside cutting 11. Recheck that blocks fit just snugly under edges and the flat surface (Figure 41). If the deck skirt. Make sure all attachment both measurements are not within bolts are tight. 3/16 inch (5mm), an adjustment is 12.
6. Set the height-of-cut lever to the 3 inch (76 mm) position. Place two 2 1/2” (6.35 cm) thick blocks under the rear edge of the cutting deck skirt; one on each side of the cutting deck. Place two 2 5/16” (5.89 cm) blocks under each side of the front edge of the deck, but not under the anti-scalp roller brackets.
5. Remove the nut, bolt, and pivot bushing 4. Remove the belt covers over the outside from the deck strut (Figure 45). Carefully spindles. lower the front of the mower deck to the 5. Pull the idler pulley in the direction shown ground (Figure 46).
5. Use the existing hardware to attach the rear deck strut of the mower to the deck lift arm (Figure 46). 6. Attach the hardware from the deck hanger and deck lift arm on both sides of the deck (Figure 45).
Storage Cleaning and Storage 1. Disengage the blade control switch, move the motion controls outward to the neutral position, engage parking brake, stop the engine, and remove the key. 2. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the entire Figure 49 machine, especially the engine.
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Note: the engine and distribute the oil inside the A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most cylinder. Install the spark plug(s). Do not effective when mixed with fresh gasoline install the wire on the spark plug(s). and used at all times. 12. Clean any dirt and chaff from the top of Run the engine to distribute the the mower.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause 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. Remove the obstruction 3. The cooling fins and air from the cooling fins and passages under the engine air passages.
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Problem Possible Cause 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 low. 3.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Uneven cutting height or 1. The blade(s) is not sharp. 1. Sharpen the blade(s). poor quality of cut. 2. A cutting blade(s) is/are bent. 2. Install a new cutting blade(s). 3. A blade is loose. 3.
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You are responsible for presenting your equipment to an Authorized Service Dealer as soon as the problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage, you should contact The Toro® Company at 1-952–948–4027 or call us toll free at the number listed in your Toro Warranty statement.
(Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatised with your Distributor’s service or have difculty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.
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