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Toro 74701 Operator's Manual

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Form No. 3326-856
Z17-52
TimeCutter
Z with 52 Side Discharge Mower
Model No. 74701—220000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
English (EN)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3326-856 Z17-52 TimeCutter Z with 52 Side Discharge Mower Model No. 74701—220000001 and Up Operator’s Manual English (EN)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ......Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates Starting and Stopping the Engine .

  • 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 Children them. Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure that Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the original standards are maintained. presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity.

  • Page 5: Toro Riding Mower Safety

    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. Warning Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless, deadly poison that can kill you.

  • 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. 92-7109 1-633354 1. Fast 3. Neutral 2. Slow 4. Reverse 65-2690 99–3943 92-7108...
  • Page 10 104-8008 104-8009 1. Throttle control 6. Headlights—on 2. Choke 7. Headlights—off 3. Fast 8. Engine stop 4. Variable speed 9. Engine run 5. Slow 10. Engine start 104-3641 1. Blade height adjustment 104-4163 1. Explosion hazard 4. Wear eye protection. 2.
  • Page 11 104-5091 104-8088...

  • Page 12: 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 13: Operation

    Operation Parking Brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine leave it unattended. from the normal operating position. Think Safety First Setting the Parking Brake 1. Move the motion control levers (Fig. 3) out to the Please carefully read all of the safety instructions and neutral lock position.

  • Page 14: Operating The Power Take Off (Pto)

    3. Move the PTO (power take off) to Off (Fig. 5). m–4268 Figure 7 1. Off 3. Start m–4201 2. Run 4. Ignition Figure 5 1. PTO—On 2. PTO—Off Stopping 4. Move the throttle lever to Choke before starting a cold 1.

  • Page 15: The Safety Interlock System

    3. Pull out on the PTO switch to engage it (Fig. 8). Testing the Safety Interlock System Test the safety interlock system before you use the machine each time. If the safety system does not operate as described below, have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately.

  • Page 16: Stopping The Machine

    3. To go forward, slowly push the motion control levers Caution forward (Fig. 9). Note: The engine will kill if the traction control levers are Children or bystanders may be injured if they moved with the parking brake engaged. move or attempt to operate the tractor while it is unattended.

  • Page 17: Adjusting The Anti-Scalp Rollers

    Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers Whenever you change the height-of-cut it is recommended to adjust the height of the anti-scalp rollers. 1. Disengage the PTO and stop the engine. Move the controllers to the neutral locked position and apply the parking brake. Remove the key. 2.

  • Page 18: Pushing The Machine By Hand

    Pushing the Machine by Hand Side Discharge The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses Important Always push the machine by hand. Never clippings to the side and down toward the turf. tow the machine because damage may occur. Danger To Push the Machine 1.
  • Page 19 Check the cutter blades daily for sharpness, and for any wear or damage. 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.

  • Page 20: 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 Check the engine oil level. Check the safety system. Each Use Clean the cooling system. Clean the mower housing. Check the air cleaner.

  • Page 21: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil Change the oil after every 100 operating hours. Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SG, SH, SJ, or higher) Crankcase Capacity: w/filter, 2.1 qt. (2 l) Viscosity: See the table below. USE THESE SAE VISCOSITY OILS 10W–30 m–5142 Figure 15 1.

  • Page 22: Cutting Blades

    Changing the Oil Filter blades as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. For Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other oil convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to change.
  • Page 23 To ensure plug(s). optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. 2. Rotate the blades until the ends face forward and Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may backward (Fig.

  • Page 24: Greasing And Lubrication

    m–1855 Figure 23 1. Blade 2. Balancer Installing the Blades 1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Fig. 21). Important The curved part of the blade must be Figure 24 pointing upward toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting.

  • Page 25: Air Cleaner

    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: Replace after every 100 operating hours. thoroughly.

  • Page 26: Servicing The Battery

    Installing the Foam and Paper Elements Warning Important To prevent engine damage, always operate the engine with the complete foam and paper air cleaner Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the assembly installed. tractor and cables causing sparks. Sparks can 1.
  • Page 27 Checking the Electrolyte Level 5. Wait five to ten minutes after filling the battery cells. Add distilled water, if necessary, until the electrolyte level is up to the Upper line (Fig. 30) on the battery Danger case. 6. Reinstall the battery vent caps. Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a deadly poison and causes severe burns.

  • Page 28: Spark Plug

    Spark Plug Checking the Spark Plug 1. Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 33). If you Check the spark plug(s) after every 200 operating hours. see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is Make sure that the air gap between the center and side operating properly.

  • Page 29: Replacing The Fuel Filter

    1. Park the machine on a level surface, to ensure that the Replacing the Fuel Filter fuel tank drains completely. Then disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, stop the engine, and remove the Replace the fuel filter after every 200 operating hours or key.

  • Page 30: Leveling The Mower From Side-To-Side

    Leveling the Mower from washer and hairpin cotter (Fig. 37). A front hole lowers the blade height and a rear hole raises its height. Adjust Side-to-Side both sides as required. The mower blades must be level from side to side. Check the side-to-side level any time you install the mower or when you see an uneven cut on your lawn.

  • Page 31: Inspecting The Belts

    11-1/2 in. (29.2 cm) m–5178 m–5177 Figure 40 Figure 38 1. Front trunion rod yoke 3. Jam nut 1. Rear trunion rod 3. Jam nut 2. Hairpin cotter 2. Clevis pin and cotter pin 4. Yoke 8. Rotate the yokes on the rods to change the adjustment 5.

  • Page 32: Replacing The Mower Belt

    Replacing the Mower Belt 8. Install the belt covers over the outside spindles. Squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks, and cracks are signs of a worn mower belt. Replace the mower belt if any of these conditions are evident.

  • Page 33: Installing The Mower

    Fuse 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 34: Washing The Underside Of The Mower

    Washing the Underside of the Warning Mower A broken or missing washout fitting could expose After each use, wash the underside of the mower to prevent you and others to thrown objects or blade contact. grass buildup for improved mulch action and clipping Contact with blade or thrown debris contact will dispersal.

  • Page 35: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    Replacing the Grass Deflector Warning 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. Also, contact with the blade could occur. Never operate the lawn mower unless you install a cover plate, a mulch plate, or a grass chute and catcher.

  • 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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