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Form No. 3398-963 Rev A TimeCutter ® SW 3200 Riding Mower Model No. 74670—Serial No. 316000001 and Up g027913 *3398-963* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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(Figure which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death Go to www.Toro.com to view specifications on your mower if you do not follow the recommended precautions. model. This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.
To reduce the potential for injury, comply with pants, substantial, slip-resistant footwear, gloves, and these safety instructions. hearing protection. Toro designed and tested this mower for reasonably safe Important: Tie back long hair. Do not wear jewelry. service; however, failure to comply with the following •...
Maintenance and Storage leaving the operator's position for any reason, including emptying the catchers or unclogging the chute. • Disengage drives, set the parking brake, stop the engine, • Stop equipment and inspect the blades after striking and remove the key or disconnect spark-plug wire. Wait objects or if an abnormal vibration occurs.
Toro Mower Safety Slope Operation All slopes and ramps require extra caution. If you feel uneasy The following list contains safety information specific to Toro on a slope, do not mow it. products and other safety information you must know.
Model 74670 Sound Pressure This unit has a sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 87 dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 1 dBA. Sound power level was determined according to the procedures outlined in ISO 11094.
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.
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. 93-7009 1. Warning—don't operate the mower with the deflector up or removed;...
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Manufacturer's Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. 131-3665 1. Blade spinning 3. Read the Operator's Manual. 2. Reverse 131-3620 1. Pedal position—forward 3. Pedal position—reverse 2. Pedal position—neutral 131-3955 1. On 2.
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132-0870 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 3. Bodily harm hazard—no riders; look 5. Ramp tipping hazard—when loading behind you when mowing in reverse. onto a trailer, do not use dual ramps; only use a single ramp wide enough for the machine and that has an incline less than 15 degrees;...
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Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders a safe distance from the battery. 2. No fire, open flame, or 7. Wear eye protection; smoking. explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries 8.
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Throttle/Choke Control The throttle and choke are combined into one control lever. The throttle controls the engine speed and it has a continuous variable setting from Slow to Fast. Engage the choke by moving the lever past the Fast setting until it stops (Figure Blade-Control Switch (Power Take-off) The blade-control switch, (PTO), engages and disengages...
Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. DANGER Adding Fuel In certain conditions during fueling, static • For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than 30 days electricity can be released causing a spark which old), unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or can ignite the gasoline vapors.
Using Stabilizer/Conditioner Checking the Engine-Oil Level Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to provide Before you start the engine and use the machine, check the following benefits: the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking the • Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days or less.
Think Safety First DANGER Operating the machine on wet grass or steep slopes can cause sliding and loss of control. G009027 Figure 9 • Do not operate on slopes greater than 15 degrees. 1. Wear eye protection. 2. Wear hearing protection. •...
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Understanding the Safety-Interlock 9. Rise from the seat again. The brake should automatically engage and the engine should continue System to run. WARNING 10. Return to the seat and engage the blades by pulling up on the blade-control switch. If safety-interlock switches are disconnected or 11.
Starting the Engine • Tap the traction-control pedal forward or reverse. • Pressing the brake switch to the position (Figure Note: It may be necessary to hold the lever against the stop, in the C position, while trying to start the engine. HOKE Operating the Blades Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking.
Stopping the Engine 1. Disengage the blades by pushing the blade-control switch to O (Figure 12). 2. Move the throttle lever to the F position. 3. Turn the ignition key to O and remove the key. Driving the Machine Figure 13 This machine has the characteristics of both a garden tractor and a zero-turn machine.
Mowing in Reverse Adjusting the Height-of-Cut Note: The transport position is the highest height-of-cut The machine has an interlock feature that prevents the mower deck from mowing while the machine is traveling in reverse. position or cutting height 115 mm (4.5 inches) as shown in If you shift into reverse with the PTO engaged, the PTO Figure will stop.
Positioning the Seat Pushing the Machine by Hand Important: Always push the machine by hand. Do not tow the machine, because damage may occur. This machine has an electric-brake mechanism, and to push the machine, the ignition key needs to be in the position.
Installing the Discharge Cover for Note: Ensure that the bypass levers are pulled rearward the full length of travel. Mulching 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the Converting to Side Discharge blade-control switch. 2. Move the motion-control levers outward to the P This mower deck has the option to be operated in the position, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for side-discharge mode.
Transporting the Machine Loading the Machine Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Use extreme caution when loading or unloading machines Ensure that the trailer or truck has all necessary brakes, onto a trailer or a truck. Use a full-width ramp that is wider lighting, and marking as required by law.
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g027996 Figure 21 1. Full-width ramp in stowed 4. Ramp is at least four times position (4X) as long as the height of the trailer or truck bed to the ground 2. Side view of full-width 5. H= height of the trailer or ramp in loading position truck bed to the ground 3.
If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. Cutting a Third of the Grass Blade It is best to cut only about 1/3 of the grass blade. Cutting more than that is not recommended unless grass is sparse, or it is late fall when grass grows more slowly.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil and filter. After the first 5 hours • Clean and check the air cleaner foam element. •...
Releasing the Mower-Deck Lubrication Curtain Greasing the Bearings Loosen the 2 bottom bolts of the curtain to gain access to the top of the mower deck (Figure 22). Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease all the lubrication points. Grease Type: No. 2 lithium grease 1.
Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Clean and check the air cleaner foam element. Every 50 hours—Replace the air cleaner paper element. Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently if the operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. g020243 Removing the Foam and Paper Figure 27...
Servicing the Engine Oil Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG, SH, SJ, or higher) Crankcase Capacity: 1.0 L (34 oz) when you do not change the filter; 1.05 L (36 oz) when you change the filter. Viscosity: See the table below. SAE 30 SAE 5W -30, 10W -30...
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Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Service Interval: After the first 5 hours Every 100 hours (change it more often under a heavy load or in high temperatures). Every 100 hours Note: Change the engine-oil filter more frequently when the operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
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5. Remove the engine-oil filter (Figure 6. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified amount of oil into the fill hole (Figure 32). Note: Ensure the oil-filter gasket touches the engine, 7. Check the oil level; refer to Figure and then turn the filter an extra 3/4 turn. g027484 Figure 32 g027477...
Servicing the Spark Plug Checking the Spark Plug Important: Do not clean the spark plug(s). Always Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Check the spark plug. replace the spark plug(s) when it has: a black coating, Every 100 hours—Replace the spark plug. worn electrodes, an oily film, or cracks.
Cleaning the Blower Housing Fuel System Maintenance To ensure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. Replacing the In-Line Fuel Annually or every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing Filter and any other cooling shrouds.
Electrical System Maintenance Charging the Battery Removing the Battery WARNING Battery terminals or metal tools could short against metal machine components causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. G005072 • When removing or installing the battery, do not Figure 37 allow the battery terminals to touch any metal parts of the machine.
Charging the Battery Servicing the Fuses Service Interval: Before storage—Charge the battery and The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires no disconnect battery cables. maintenance; however, if a fuse blows, check the component or circuit for a malfunction or short. 1.
Releasing the Electric Brake Drive System Maintenance The electric brake releases by manually rotating the link arms forward. Once the electric brake is energized, the brake will reset. Checking the Tire Pressure 1. Turn the ignition key to the O position or disconnect the battery.
File down any nicks, sharpen, and balance the blades as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace Note: If you notice any damage, wear, or a slot it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. For forming in this area (item 3 in Figure...
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40). Note: If a bent blade is replaced with a new blade, and the dimension obtained continues to exceed 3 mm (1/8 inch), the blade spindle could be bent. Contact an Authorized Toro Dealer for G009681 service. Figure 45 B. If the variance is within constraints, move to the next blade.
For best performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use Figure 49 genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with 1. Blade 2.
Leveling the Mower Deck Note: Rotate the rear nut clockwise to raise the mower deck; rotate the rear nut counter-clockwise to lower Check to ensure that the mower deck is level any time you the mower deck. install the mower or when you see an uneven cut on your lawn.
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Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope Check the front-to-rear blade slope any time you install the mower. If the front of the mower is more than 7.9 mm (5/16 inch) lower than the rear of the mower, adjust the blade level using the following instructions: 1.
Removing the Mower Deck 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade-control switch. 2. Ensure the parking brake is engaged, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3.
(Figure 56). pulleys (Figure 7. Using a spring removal tool (Toro part no. 92-5771), install the idler spring over the deck hook and placing WARNING tension on the idler pulley and the mower belt (Figure The spring is under tension when installed 56).
8. Tighten the bottom 2 bolts for the mower-deck curtain 7. Place the spring on the rod, with end wires down, and to the mower deck. Refer to Releasing the Mower-Deck between the grass deflector brackets. Slide rod through Curtain (page 28).
Cleaning Cleaning under the Front of the Machine Service Interval: After each use—Check and clean the front of the machine. Remove debris under the front of the machine with compressed air or by hand with a brush (Figure 58). Note: Do not use water to clean under the front of the machine, this can cause build up of debris.
Storage plug(s) removed from the engine, pour 2 tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug hole. Use the starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside the Cleaning and Storing the cylinder. Install the spark plug(s). Do not install the wire on the spark plug(s).
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine overheats. 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce the ground speed. 2. The oil level in the crankcase is low. 2. Add oil to the crankcase. 3. The cooling fins and air passages 3.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The cutting height is uneven. 1. The blade(s) is not sharp. 1. Sharpen the blade(s). 2. A cutting blade(s) is/are bent. 2. Install a new cutting blade(s). 3. The mower is not level. 3. Level the mower from side-to-side and front-to-rear.
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Authorized Toro Service Dealer. tractor structure that other components such as the engine are secured to, cracks or breaks in normal use, it will be repaired or replaced, at Toro's option, under warranty at no cost for parts and General Conditions labor.
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