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Toro 74801 Operator's Manual

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Form No. 3328–452
18-52ZX
TimeCutter ZX Riding Mower
Model No. 74801—Serial No. 230000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
Domestic English (EN)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3328–452 18-52ZX TimeCutter ZX Riding Mower Model No. 74801—Serial No. 230000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Domestic English (EN)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Starting and Stopping the Engine ... . . Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and Operating the Power Take Off (PTO) ..

  • Page 3: Safety

    Safety This machine meets or exceeds the B71.1–1998 specifications of the American National Standards Institute, in effect at the time of production. However, improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions and always pay attention to the safety alert symbol, which means...

  • Page 4: Slope Operation

    Be alert, slow down and use caution when making Children turns. Look behind and to the side before changing Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the directions. presence of children. Children are often attracted to the Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine machine and the mowing activity.

  • 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

    Safety and Instruction 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. 93-1122 1-633354 1. Fast 3. Neutral 2. Slow 4. Reverse 98-3798 92-7108 92-7109...
  • Page 10 104-4163 1. Explosion hazard 4. Wear eye protection 2. No fire, open flames, or 5. Read the Operator’s smoking. Manual. 3. Caustic liquid/chemical 6. Keep bystanders a safe burn hazard distance from the battery. 99-3943 1. Engine 104-8008 104-3641 104-8009 1.
  • Page 11 104-8088 104-8032 1. Height of cut 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.
  • Page 12 104-8014...

  • Page 13: 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 14: 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 15: 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 16: 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 17: 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 18: 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 19: Pushing The Machine By Hand

    Side Discharge The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf. Danger Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or complete grass catcher assembly mounted in place, you and others are exposed to blade contact and m–5215 thrown debris.

  • Page 20: 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 21: 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 22: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Servicing the Engine Oil Changing and Draining the Oil 1. Start the engine and let it run for five minutes. This Change the oil after the first 8 operating hours and every warms the oil so that it drains better. 100 operating hours thereafter.

  • Page 23: Cleaning The Cooling System

    Changing the Oil Filter Cleaning the Cooling System Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other oil Clean the air intake screen from grass and debris before change. each use. Note: Change the oil filter more frequently when operating Clean the cooling fins and engine shrouds every 300 hours conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.

  • Page 24: Servicing The Air Cleaner

    Servicing the Air Cleaner Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements 1. Foam Element Foam Element: Clean and oil after every 25 operating hours. A. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm water. When the element is clean, rinse it Paper Element: Clean after every 100 operating hours.

  • Page 25: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Installing the Foam and Paper Elements Checking the Spark Plug 1. Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 24). If you Important To prevent engine damage, always operate see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is the engine with the complete foam and paper air cleaner operating properly.

  • Page 26: Servicing The Battery

    Servicing the Battery Warning Warning Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the tractor and cables causing sparks. Sparks can CALIFORNIA cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. Proposition 65 Warning Always disconnect the negative (black) battery Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories cable before disconnecting the positive (red) contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals cable.

  • Page 27: Charging The Battery

    4. Secure the cables with 2 bolts (1/4 x 3/4 inch), washers 4. Slowly pour distilled water into each battery cell until (1/4 inch), and nuts (1/4 inch) (Fig. 25). the electrolyte level is up to the Upper line (Fig. 26) on the battery case.

  • Page 28: Servicing The Fuses

    Servicing the Fuses Service Interval/Specification 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. Fuse: Main F1—30 amp, blade-type Charge Circuit F2—25 amp, blade-type Optional Headlight Kit—10 amp, blade type 1.

  • Page 29: Greasing And Lubrication

    Greasing and Lubrication Lubricate the machine when shown on the Check Service Reference Aid decal (Fig. 30) located beneath the seat. Grease more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Grease with No. 2 general purpose lithium base or molybdenum base grease.

  • Page 30: Inspecting The Blades

    Toro replacement blade. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to keep extra blades on hand. Danger A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece of the blade could be thrown into the operator’s or bystander’s area, resulting in serious personal...

  • Page 31: Leveling The Mower From Side-To-Side

    Installing the Blades 1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Fig. 36). Important The curved part of the blade must be pointing upward toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting. 2. Install the stiffener and blade bolt (Fig. 36). Torque the blade bolt to 80–100 ft.-lb.

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Front-To-Rear Blade Slope

    washer and hairpin cotter (Fig. 40). A front hole lowers the blade height and a rear hole raises its height. Adjust both sides as required. 11-1/2 inch 6. Check the front-to-rear blade slope; refer to Adjusting (29.2 cm) the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope, page 32. m–5177 Figure 41 1.

  • Page 33: Inspecting The Belts

    1. Stop the engine, set the parking brake, remove the key, and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the spark plug(s). 2. Set the height-of-cut at 1-1/2 inch (38 mm). 3. Remove the belt covers over the outside spindles. 4. Loosen the outer nut on the spring eye bolt (Fig. 44) enough to allow removal of the belt.

  • Page 34: Removing The Mower

    Note: Check the spring length. The spring should measure 9-3/8 inch 1/8 inch (238 mm 3 mm) when installed with the height-of-cut set at 1-1/2 inch (38 mm). Adjust it if it does not (Fig. 44). 8. Install the belt covers over the outside spindles. m–5177 Figure 47 1.

  • Page 35: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    2. Attach the hose coupling to the end of the mower Replacing the Grass Deflector washout fitting, and turn the water on high (Fig. 48). Note: Spread petroleum jelly on the washout fitting o-ring Warning to make the coupling slide on easier and protect the o-ring. An uncovered discharge opening could allow the lawn mower to throw objects in the operator’s or bystander’s direction and result in serious injury.

  • Page 36: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram...

  • Page 37: Cleaning And Storage

    Cleaning and Storage A. Run the engine to distribute the conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). 1. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, stop the B. Stop the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel engine, and remove the key.
  • Page 38 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The starter does not crank. 6. The blade control (PTO) is 6. Move the PTO to Disengaged. engaged. 7. The parking brake is not on. 7. Set the parking brake. 8. The operator is not seated. 8.
  • Page 39 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The machine does not drive. 1. The traction belt is worn, loose, 1. Contact an Authorized Service or broken. Dealer. 2. The traction belt is off of the 2. Contact an Authorized Service pulley. Dealer. There is abnormal vibration.

  • 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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