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Form No. 3433-591 Rev A Titan ® 5400C Riding Mower Model No. 75310—Serial No. 400000000 and Up *3433-591* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or model. additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model The enclosed engine owner's manual is supplied and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1...
information and Note emphasizes general information Checking the Tire Pressure....... 38 worthy of special attention. Belt Maintenance ..........39 Inspecting the Belts .......... 39 Replacing the Mower Belt ......... 39 Mower Maintenance..........40 Contents Blade Safety ............. 40 Servicing the Cutting Blades ......40 Safety ...............
Safety This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet The following instructions are from ANSI standard and of throwing objects. Toro designed and tested B71.1-2017. this lawn mower to offer reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply with safety instructions may result in injury or death.
Slope Indicator g011841 Figure 3 You may copy this page for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can 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 missing. decaloemmarkt Manufacturer's Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.
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decal130-0731 130-0731 1. Warning—thrown object 2. Cutting hazard of hand or hazard; keep the deflector foot, mower blade—keep shield in place. away from moving parts. decal136-4243 136-4243 1. Fast 4. Reverse 2. Slow 5. Parking brake disengaged 3. Neutral 6. Parking brake engaged decal130-0765 130-0765 1.
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decal139-3550 139-3550 1. Height of cut decal139-7473 139-7473 1. Fast 4. PTO—disengage 2. Slow 5. PTO—engage 3. Choke...
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decal140-3451 140-3451 Note: This machine complies with the industry standard stability test in the static lateral and longitudinal tests with the maximum recommended slope indicated on the decal. Review the instructions for operating the machine on slopes in the Operator’s Manual as well as the conditions in which you would operate the machine to determine whether you can operate the machine in the conditions on that day and at that site.
Controls Choke Control Use the choke control to start a cold engine (Figure Become familiar with all the controls before you start the engine and operate the machine. Hour Meter Control Panel The hour meter records the number of hours the engine has operated.
Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro • Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all and attachments are needed to properly and approved attachments and accessories. safely perform the job. Only use accessories and attachments approved by Toro.
Pre-Start Fuel Safety Fill fuel tank on level ground. See Fuel Use extreme care when handling fuel. Recommendations in the Specifications section for additional gasoline information. DANGER Do Not add oil to gasoline. In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and vapors are explosive. Do Not overfill fuel tank.
flame or any enclosed area where open pilot lights DANGER or heat appliances are present. In certain conditions during fueling, static electricity can be released causing a spark Adding Fuel which can ignite gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and cause property damage.
Using the Safety-Interlock System WARNING If the safety-interlock switches are disconnected or damaged, the machine could operate unexpectedly, causing personal injury. • Do not tamper with the interlock switches. • Check the operation of the interlock switches daily and replace any damaged switches before operating the machine.
During Operation Sit on the seat, engage the parking brake, move the blade-control switch (PTO) to the O position, and move the motion-control levers During Operation Safety to N position. Start the engine. EUTRAL LOCK While the engine is running, center either motion-control lever and move it forward or General Safety reverse;...
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• Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake – Whenever you leave the mower. Do Not leave is engaged before starting engine. a running machine unattended. • Start the engine carefully according to instructions • Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop: with feet well away from the blades.
Towing Safety distance (twice the width of the machine) between the machine and any hazard. Use a walk behind • Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch machine or a hand trimmer to mow the grass in point. these areas.
Disengaging the Parking Brake To disengage the parking brake, pull the lever out of the detent slot and toward you, then push it down (Figure 11). g295538 Figure 13 g188777 Figure 11 Disengaging the Blade-Control 1. Push the parking brake 2.
Operating the Choke Operating the Key Switch Turn the key to the S position (Figure 17). Use the choke to start a cold engine. TART Note: Pull up the choke knob to engage the choke When the engine starts, release the key. before using the key switch (Figure 16).
Starting the Engine CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking. move or attempt to operate the machine while Important: Do not engage the starter for more it is unattended. than 5 seconds at a time.
Driving the Machine The drive wheels turn independently, powered by hydraulic motors on each axle. You can turn 1 side in reverse while you turn the other forward, causing the machine to spin rather than turn. This greatly improves the machine maneuverability but may require some time for you to adapt to how it moves.
Using the Side Discharge Adjusting the Height of Cut The mower has a hinged grass deflector that The machine is equipped with a foot pedal deck-lift disperses clippings to the side and down toward the system. You can use the foot pedal to lift the deck turf.
Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Operating Tips Rollers Using the Fast Throttle Setting Whenever you change the height of cut, adjust the For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate height of the anti-scalp rollers. the engine at the F position. Air is required to thoroughly cut grass clippings, so do not set the Note: Adjust the anti-scalp rollers so that the rollers...
If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a Transporting genuine Toro replacement blade. Transporting the Machine Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all necessary lighting and marking as required by law.
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WARNING WARNING Driving on the street or roadway without Loading a machine onto a trailer or truck turn signals, lights, reflective markings, increases the possibility of tip-over and could or a slow moving vehicle emblem is cause serious injury or death. dangerous and can lead to accidents •...
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g027996 Figure 26 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.
Pushing the Machine by Hand Important: Always push the machine by hand. Do not tow the machine, because towing may damage it. Pushing the Machine Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch, and engage the parking brake.
Unauthorized modifications to the original equipment or Maintenance Safety failure to use original Toro parts could lead to serious injury or death. Unauthorized WARNING changes to the machine, engine, fuel or...
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 8 hours • Check the safety-interlock system. • Clean and check the air-cleaner element. • Check the engine-oil level. Before each use or daily •...
Engine Maintenance Servicing the Paper Air-Cleaner Element Engine Safety Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Clean the paper air-cleaner element (more often in • Shut off the engine before checking the oil or dirty or dusty conditions). adding oil to the crankcase. Every 200 hours—Replace the paper air-cleaner •...
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Checking the Engine-Oil Level Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Before each use or daily Service Interval: After the first 8 hours—Change the engine oil. Note: Check the oil when the engine is cold. Every 100 hours—Change the engine oil (more Important: If you overfill or underfill the engine often in dirty or dusty conditions).
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g235264 Figure 32 Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center. g027477 Figure 33 Changing the Engine-Oil Filter Service Interval: Every 200 hours—Change the Note: Ensure that the oil-filter gasket touches engine-oil filter (more often in dirty the engine, and then turn the oil filter an extra or dusty conditions).
Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 100 hours Ensure that the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug. Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing the spark plug and a gapping tool or feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap.
Fuel System Maintenance DANGER In certain conditions, fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and others and can damage property. Refer to Adding Fuel (page 14) for a complete list of fuel related precautions. g298720 Figure 37 Replacing the In-Line Fuel...
Electrical System Maintenance Electrical System Safety g027590 • Disconnect the battery before repairing the machine. Disconnect the negative terminal first and the positive last. Connect the positive terminal first and the negative last. • Charge the battery in an open, well-ventilated area, away from sparks and flames.
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Charging the Battery Service Interval: Before storage—Charge the battery and disconnect the battery cables. Remove the battery from the chassis; refer to Removing the Battery (page 36). Charge the battery for a minimum of 1 hour at 6 to 10 A. Note: Do not overcharge the battery.
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 type: • Main—F1 (15 A, blade-type) Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check tire pressure.
Route the new belt around the engine pulley and mower pulleys (Figure 46). Using a spring-removal tool (Toro Part No. 92-5771), install the idler spring over the deck hook and place tension on the idler pulley and the mower belt (Figure 46).
Mower Maintenance Blade Safety A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece of the blade could be thrown toward you or bystanders, resulting in serious personal injury or death. Trying to repair a damaged blade may result in discontinued safety certification of the product.
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g014973 g014973 Figure 49 Figure 51 1. Blade (in position for measuring) 1. Opposite blade edge (in position for measuring) 2. Level surface 2. Level surface 3. Measured distance between blade and the surface (A) 3. Second measured distance between blade and surface (B) Rotate the same blade 180 degrees so that If the difference between A and B is greater the opposing cutting edge is now in the same...
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Removing the Blades Replace the blades if they hit a solid object, or if the blade is out of balance or bent. Hold the blade end using a rag or thickly padded g000553 Figure 54 glove. 1. Blade 2. Balancer Remove the blade bolt, curved washer, and blade from the spindle shaft (Figure...
Leveling the Mower Deck Checking the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope Check to ensure that the mower deck is level any time you install the mower or when you see an uneven cut Check the front-to-rear blade level any time you install on your lawn.
Leveling the Mower Deck Set the anti-scalp rollers to the top holes or remove them completely for this procedure; refer Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers (page 24). Set the height-of-cut lever to the 76 mm (3 inch) position; refer to Adjusting the Height of Cut (page 23).
Installing the Mower Deck Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the parking brake. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and disconnect the spark-plug wires from the spark plugs. Slide the mower under the machine. Lower the height-of-cut lever to the lowest position.
Replacing the Grass Position the new discharge deflector with the bracket ends between the welded brackets on Deflector the deck as shown in Figure Install the spring onto the straight end of the rod. Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the grass deflector for damage.
Cleaning Storage Storage Safety Disposing of Waste • Let the engine cool before storing the machine. Engine oil, batteries, hydraulic fluid, and engine • Do not store the machine or fuel near flames or coolant are pollutants to the environment. Dispose of drain the fuel indoors.
Storing the Battery Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh fuel and Fully charge the battery. used at all times. Let the battery rest for 24 hours, then check the Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel battery voltage.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The fuel tank is showing signs of collapsing 1. The air-cleaner paper element clogged. 1. Clean the paper element. or the machine is frequently showing signs of 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 the pulleys. 3.
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While the exposure from Toro products may be negligible or well within the “no significant risk” range, out of an abundance of caution, Toro has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover, if Toro does not provide these warnings, it could be sued by the State of California or by private parties seeking to enforce Prop 65 and subject to substantial penalties.