Table Of Contents - Toro TimeCutter MX 4250 Operator's Manual

1. Model and serial number plate
Write the product model and serial numbers in the
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Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has
safety messages identified by the safety-alert symbol
(Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause
serious injury or death if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
Safety-alert symbol
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
Figure 1
Figure 2
Contents
Safety ....................................................................... 4
General Safety ................................................... 4
Slope Indicator ................................................... 5
Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 6
Product Overview ................................................... 15
Controls ........................................................... 15
Before Operation ................................................. 17
Before Operation Safety ................................... 17
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Adding Fuel ...................................................... 17
Performing Daily Maintenance.......................... 18
Breaking in a New Machine .............................. 18
Using the Safety-Interlock System .................... 19
Positioning the Seat.......................................... 19
Adjusting the MyRide™ Suspension
System.......................................................... 20
Adjusting the Motion-Control Levers ................. 21
During Operation ................................................. 21
During Operation Safety ................................... 21
Operating the Mower Blade-Control Switch
(PTO) ............................................................ 23
Operating the Throttle....................................... 24
Operating the Choke......................................... 24
Starting the Engine ........................................... 24
Shutting Off the Engine..................................... 24
Using the Motion-Control Levers....................... 25
Driving the Machine .......................................... 25
Using the Side Discharge ................................. 27
Adjusting the Height of Cut ............................... 27
Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers........................ 28
Using Attachments and Accessories................. 29
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Operating Tips ................................................. 29
After Operation .................................................... 30
After Operation Safety ...................................... 30
Pushing the Machine by Hand .......................... 30
Transporting the Machine ................................. 30
Maintenance ........................................................... 33
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ........... 33
Pre-Maintenance Procedures .............................. 34
Maintenance Safety.......................................... 34
Raising the Seat ............................................... 34
Lubrication .......................................................... 35
Greasing the Bearings ...................................... 35
Engine Maintenance ........................................... 36
Engine Safety ................................................... 36
Servicing the Air Cleaner .................................. 36
Servicing the Engine Oil.................................... 38
Servicing the Spark Plug................................... 40
Cleaning the Cooling System............................ 41
Fuel System Maintenance ................................... 41
Replacing the In-Line Fuel Filter ....................... 41
Electrical System Maintenance ........................... 42
Electrical System Safety ................................... 42
Servicing the Battery......................................... 42
Servicing the Fuses .......................................... 44
Drive System Maintenance .................................. 44
Checking the Tire Pressure............................... 44
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