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Form No. 3393-111 Rev B TimeCutter ® SS 5000 Riding Mower Model No. 74731—Serial No. 315000001 and Up *3393-111* B Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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 Important: This engine is not equipped with a spark safety and operation training materials, accessory information, arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public help finding a dealer, or to register your product.
In these instances, others from serious injury. Toro has refined the statement to convey the meaning of the standard while better matching the product this Operator's •...
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Service • Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, stop the machine, disengage the blades Safe Handling of Gasoline and proceed slowly off the slope. To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extra care •...
Removing standard original equipment parts and accessories may alter the warranty, traction, and safety of the machine. Failure to use original Toro parts could cause serious injury or death. Making unauthorized changes to the engine, fuel or venting system, may violate EPA and CARB regulations.
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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119-8814 Battery Symbols 1. Parking position 4. Neutral Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 2. Fast 5. Reverse 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders a safe 3. Slow distance from the battery. 2. No fire, open flame, or 7.
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131-1097 1. Oil drain 132-6863 131-4036 1. Maximum drawbar pull 36 2. Read the Operator's kg (80 lb) Manual. 131–3947 1. Trim—slow 3. Mow—fast 2. Tow—medium...
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121-0773 1. Fast 4. Choke 2. Continuous variable setting 5. Power take-off (PTO), Blade control switch 3. Slow...
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132-0869 1. Warning—read the 3. Cutting hazard of hand, 5. Ramp tipping 7. Tipping hazard on Operator's Manual. mower blade; pinching hazard—when loading slopes—do not use on hazard of hand, belt—keep onto a trailer, do not use slopes near open water; do dual ramps;...
Controls Blade-Control Switch (Power Take-off) The blade-control switch, represented by a power take-off Become familiar with all of the controls before you start the (PTO) symbol, engages and disengages power to the mower engine and operate the machine. blades (Figure Motion-Control Levers and Park Position The motion-control levers are speed sensitive controls of...
Fuel Window Operation The fuel window located on the left hand side of the machine Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine can be used to verify the presence of gasoline in the tank from the normal operating position. (Figure Adding Fuel G014521...
Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective DANGER when mixed with fresh gasoline. To minimize the chance In certain conditions during fueling, static of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel stabilizer electricity can be released causing a spark which at all times.
Think Safety First CAUTION This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85 Operating Safety dBA at the operators ear and can cause hearing loss through extended periods of exposure. Please carefully read all of the safety instructions and decals in the safety section.
Starting the Engine 5. Try starting the engine; the engine should not crank. 6. Repeat with the other motion-control lever. Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking. 7. While sitting on the seat, move the blade-control Important: Do not engage the starter for more than 5 switch to O , and lock the motion-control levers in seconds at a time.
Engaging the Blades Driving the Machine Important: Do not engage the blades when parked in Driving the machine benefits from an understanding of tall grass. Belt or clutch damage can occur. what zero-turn-radius mower means. The drive wheels turn independently, powered by hydraulic motors on each axle; Note: Always engage the blades with the throttle in the hence one side can turn in reverse while the other turns position.
Using the Smart Speed Control System This is the medium speed. The suggested uses for this speed are as follows: The Smart Speed Control-System lever, located below the operating position (Figure 15), gives the operator a choice • Bagging to drive the machine at 3 ground speed ranges—trim, tow, •...
Driving Backward Adjusting the Height-of-Cut Note: Always use caution when backing up and turning. Note: The T position is the highest height-of-cut RANSPORT position or cutting height (115 mm (4.5 inches)) as shown 1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. Figure 2.
Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Positioning the Seat Rollers Whenever you change the height-of-cut, it is recommended to adjust the height of the anti-scalp rollers. Note: Adjust the anti-scalp rollers so the rollers do not touch the ground in normal, flat mowing areas. 1.
Adjusting the Motion-Control 5. Move the motion-control levers inward to the position and turn the ignition key to the EUTRAL Levers position. Do not start the machine. The machine is now able to be pushed by hand. Adjusting the Height The motion-control levers can be adjusted higher or lower for maximum operator comfort.
Grass Deflector Transporting the Machine The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. clippings to the side and down toward the turf. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all necessary brakes, lighting, and marking as required by law.
Loading the Machine Use extreme caution when loading or unloading machines onto a trailer or a truck. Use a full-width ramp that is wider than the machine for this procedure. Back up ramps and drive forward down ramps (Figure 24). Figure 24 1.
If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it six inches tall, you may want to cut the lawn twice to ensure immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. an acceptable quality of cut. Cut 1/3 of the Grass Blade It is best to cut only about 1/3 of the grass blade.
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 • Check the safety-interlock system. •...
Premaintenance Lubrication Procedures Greasing the Bearings Raising the Seat Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease all lubrication points. Make sure the motion-control levers are locked in the P Grease Type: No. 2 general-purpose, lithium-based grease position. Lift the seat forward. 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the The following components can be accessed by raising the seat: blade-control switch.
Engine Maintenance 5. Remove the foam element from the paper element (Figure 29). Servicing the Air Cleaner Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently (every few hours) if operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Removing the Elements 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the g027802 blade-control switch (PTO).
4. Drain the engine oil (Figure 32). 5. Change the engine oil filter (Figure 33). g027799 g027477 Figure 33 Note: Ensure that the oil-filter gasket touches the engine, and then turn the filter an extra 3/4 turn. g029570 Figure 32...
Removing the Spark Plug 6. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil into the filler tube and slowly add the additional oil to 1. Disengage the PTO and ensure the parking brake is bring it to the Full mark (Figure 34).
Installing the Spark Plug Fuel System Tighten the spark plug(s) to 25–30 N-m (18.5–22.1 ft-lb). Maintenance DANGER 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.
Electrical System Maintenance WARNING g027939 CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Charging the Battery Removing the Battery WARNING Battery terminals or metal tools could short against...
Charging the Battery 5. Slide the rubber cover up the positive (red) cable. Disconnect the positive (red) cable from the battery Service Interval: Before storage—Charge the battery and post (Figure 39). Retain all fasteners. disconnect battery cables. 6. Remove the battery hold-down (Figure 39) and lift the 1.
Servicing the Fuses Drive System Maintenance 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. Checking the Tire Pressure Fuse: • Main F1-30 amp, blade-type Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check tire pressure.
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, you may want to keep extra blades on hand.
Inspecting the Blades 3. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface (Figure 46). Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the cutting blades. 1. Inspect the cutting edges (Figure 44). If the edges are not sharp or have nicks, remove and sharpen the blades;...
To ensure (1/8 inch). optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards.
G005278 2. Check the balance of the blade by putting it on a blade balancer (Figure 51). If the blade stays in a horizontal position, the blade is balanced and can be used. If the blade is not balanced, file some metal off the end of the sail area only (Figure 50).
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10. Continue leveling the deck by checking the front-to-rear blade slope; refer to Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope (page 41). Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope Check the front-to-rear blade level 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 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade-control switch. 2. Move the motion-control levers outward to the P position, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
6. Spring removal too 3. Set the height-of-cut at the lowest cutting position [33 mm (1-1/2 inch)]. 5. Route the new belt around the engine pulley and 4. Using a spring removal tool, (Toro part no. 92-5771), mower pulleys (Figure 58).
Replacing the Grass Deflector Important: The grass deflector must be spring loaded in the down position. Lift the deflector up Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the grass to test that it snaps to the full down position. deflector for damage. WARNING An uncovered discharge opening could allow the lawn mower to throw objects in the operator's or...
Cleaning 7. Turn the water off and remove the coupling from the washout fitting. Note: If the mower is not clean after one washing, Washing the Underside of the soak it and let it stand for 30 minutes. Then repeat the Mower process.
Storage 14. Check the condition of the drive and mower belts. 15. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or replace any part that is worn or damaged. Cleaning and Storage 16. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is 1.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The fuel tank is showing signs of 1. The air cleaner paper element clogged. 1. Clean the paper element. collapsing or the machine is showing signs of frequently running out of fuel. The engine overheats. 1.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The machine does not drive. 1. The bypass valves are open. 1. Close the tow valves. 2. The traction belts are worn, loose, or 2. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer. broken. 3. The traction belts are off of the pulleys. 3.
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Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company. Australian Consumer Law: Australian customers will find details relating to the Australian Consumer Law either inside the box or at your local Toro Dealer.