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Toro TimeCutter MX 5025 Operator's Manual

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Original Instructions (EN)
TimeCutter
Riding Mower
Model No. 74706—Serial No. 400000000 and Up
Model No. 74727—Serial No. 400000000 and Up
Form No. 3417-979 Rev B
®
SS 4225 or MX 5025
*3417-979* B

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3417-979 Rev B TimeCutter ® SS 4225 or MX 5025 Riding Mower Model No. 74706—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Model No. 74727—Serial No. 400000000 and Up *3417-979* B Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2 For the Operator’s Manual, the complete warranty details, or to register your product, use the QR WARNING code or visit www.Toro.com. You may also call us Removing standard original equipment parts at 1-888-384-9939 to request a written copy of the and accessories may alter the warranty, product warranty.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Model No. Safety ............... 4 General Safety ........... 4 Serial No. Slope Indicator ........... 5 Safety and Instructional Decals ......6 This manual identifies potential hazards and has Product Overview ........... 13 safety messages identified by the safety-alert symbol Controls ............

  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety Inspecting the Belts .......... 39 Replacing the Mower-Deck Belt......39 Mower Maintenance..........42 The following instructions are from ANSI standard Servicing the Cutting Blades ......42 B71.1-2012. Leveling the Mower Deck........44 Removing the Mower Deck....... 46 Installing the Mower Deck......... 47 General Safety Replacing the Grass Deflector ......

  • Page 5: Slope Indicator

    Slope Indicator g011841 Figure 3 This page may be copied 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.

  • Page 6: Safety And Instructional Decals

    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. decalbatterysymbols Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery. 1.
  • Page 7 decal106-8717 106-8717 1. Read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance. 2. Check tire pressure every 25 operating hours. 3. Grease every 25 operating hours. 4. Engine decal119-8870 119-8870 For Models with 127 cm (50 inch) Decks 1. Height-of-cut decal112-9840 112-9840 For Models with 127 cm (50 inch) Decks 1.
  • Page 8 decal121-0772 121-0772 For Models with 107 cm (42 inch) Decks 1. Fast 4. Choke 2. Continuous-variable setting 5. Power takeoff (PTO), blade-control switch 3. Slow...
  • Page 9 decal121-0773 121-0773 For Models with 127 cm (50 inch) Decks 1. Fast 4. Choke 2. Continuous-variable setting 5. Power takeoff (PTO), blade-control switch 3. Slow...
  • Page 10 decal121-2989b 121-2989 1. Bypass lever position for 2. Bypass lever position for pushing the machine operating the machine decal131-3947 131-3947 1. Trim—slow 3. Mow—fast 2. Tow—medium...
  • Page 11 decal132-0869 132-0869 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 those conditions on that day and at that site.
  • Page 12 decal132-0872 132-0872 1. Thrown object 3. Severing hazard of hand hazard—keep bystanders or foot—keep away from away from the machine. moving parts. 2. Thrown object hazard, 4. Entanglement raised baffle—do not hazard—keep away operate the machine with from moving parts; keep an open deck;...

  • Page 13: Product Overview

    Controls Product Overview Become familiar with all the controls before you start the engine and operate the machine. Control Panel g028411 Figure 4 1. Footrest 8. Gas-tank cap 2. Deflector 9. Smart Speed™ lever g032603 Figure 5 3. Height-of-cut lever 10.
  • Page 14 3 speed ranges— trim, tow, and Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to (Figure 21). www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. Fuel-Presence Window To best protect your investment and maintain optimal...

  • Page 15: Before Operation

    Operation containers on the ground, away from your vehicle before filling. • Remove the equipment from the truck or trailer Note: Determine the left and right sides of the and refuel it while it is on the ground. If this is not machine from the normal operating position.

  • Page 16: Performing Daily Maintenance

    Using Stabilizer/Conditioner Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to provide the following benefits: • Keeps fuel fresh during storage of 90 days or less (drain the fuel tank when storing the machine for more than 90 days) • Cleans the engine while it runs •...

  • Page 17: Positioning The Seat

    Understanding the Safety-Interlock System The safety-interlock system is designed to prevent the engine from starting unless: • The blade-control switch (PTO) is disengaged. • The motion-control levers are in the P position. The safety-interlock system also is designed to shut off the engine whenever the control levers are out of the P position and you rise from the seat.

  • Page 18: During Operation

    • Never carry passengers on the machine and keep • Use only accessories and attachments approved bystanders and pets away from the machine by Toro. during operation. • This machine produces sound levels in excess • Operate the machine only in good visibility to avoid of 85 dBA at the operator’s ear and can cause...
  • Page 19 • Identify hazards at the base of the slope. Do not operate the machine near drop-offs, ditches, embankments, water, or other hazards. The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel goes over the edge or the edge collapses. Keep a safe distance (twice the width of the machine) between the machine and any hazard.

  • Page 20: Operating The Mower Blade-Control Switch (Pto)

    Operating the Mower Operating the Throttle Blade-Control Switch (PTO) You can move the throttle control between F positions (Figure 15). The blade-control switch (PTO) starts and stops the Always use the F position when engaging the PTO. mower blades and any powered attachments. Engaging the Blade-Control Switch (PTO) g187517...

  • Page 21: Starting The Engine

    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.

  • Page 22: Driving The Machine

    Driving the Machine Driving Backward Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. The drive wheels turn independently, powered by To go backward, slowly pull the motion-control hydraulic motors on each axle. You can turn 1 side levers rearward (Figure 20).

  • Page 23: Using The Side Discharge

    Using the Side Discharge The following are only recommendations for use. Adjustments vary by grass type, moisture content, and the height of the grass. The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the Suggested Trim turf.

  • Page 24: Adjusting The Height Of Cut

    Adjusting the Height of Cut Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers Note: The transport position is the highest height-of-cut position or cutting height at 115 mm For Machine with 107 cm (42-inch) (4-1/2 inches) as shown in Figure Mower Decks Only Height of cut is controlled by the lever located to the right of the operating position (Figure 22).

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Anti-Scalp Rollers

    Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Operating Tips Rollers Using the Fast Throttle Setting For Machine with 127 cm (50-inch) For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate Mower Decks Only the engine at the F position. Air is required to thoroughly cut grass clippings, so do not set the Whenever you change the height of cut, adjust the height-of-cut so low as to totally surround the mower height of the anti-scalp rollers.

  • Page 26: After Operation

    File down any nicks and sharpen the blades as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a Pushing the Machine by genuine Toro replacement blade. Hand Important: Always push the machine by hand.

  • Page 27: Transporting The Machine

    Transporting the Machine Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Use a full-width ramp. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all the necessary brakes, lighting, and marking as required by law. Please carefully read all the safety instructions. Knowing this information could help you or bystanders avoid injury.
  • Page 28 If using a trailer, connect it to the towing vehicle and connect the safety chains. If applicable, connect the trailer brakes and lights. Lower the ramp, ensuring that the angle between the ramp and the ground does not exceed 15 degrees (Figure 26).

  • Page 29: Maintenance

    Maintenance 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. • Clean the air intake screen. Before each use or daily •...

  • Page 30: Pre-Maintenance Procedures

    • To ensure optimum performance and continued safety certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use could void the product warranty.

  • Page 31: Lubrication

    Lubrication Engine Maintenance Greasing the Bearings Engine Safety • Shut off the engine before checking the oil or Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease all the adding oil to the crankcase. lubrication points. • Keep your hands, feet, face, clothing, and other Grease Type: No.

  • Page 32: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Servicing the Paper Air-Cleaner Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the Element operating position. Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Clean the paper Note: Ensure that the engine is cool so that the air-cleaner element (more often in oil has had time to drain into the sump.
  • Page 33 Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Drain the oil from the engine (Figure 34). g193530 Figure 35 Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center. Changing the Engine-Oil Filter g027539 Figure 34...

  • Page 34: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Clean the area around the base of the plug to keep dirt and debris out of the engine. Remove the spark plug (Figure 37).

  • Page 35: Cleaning The Cooling System

    Installing the Spark Plug Fuel System Maintenance DANGER In certain conditions, fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you, others, and can damage property. • Perform any fuel-related maintenance when the engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open area.

  • Page 36: Electrical System Maintenance

    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.
  • Page 37 Charging the Battery Disconnect the negative (black) ground cable from the battery post (Figure 41). Service Interval: Before storage—Charge the battery Note: Retain all fasteners. and disconnect the battery cables. Remove the battery from the chassis; refer to WARNING Removing the Battery (page 36).

  • Page 38: Servicing The Fuses

    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 (30 A, blade-type) Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check tire pressure.

  • Page 39: Releasing The Electric Brake

    38 mm (1-1/2 inches). Remove the pulley covers (Figure 46). g032555 Figure 46 1. Cover 2. Screw Using a spring-removal tool, (Toro Part No. 92-5771), remove the idler spring from the deck hook to remove tension on the idler pulley, and...
  • Page 40 6. Spring-removal tool g188324 Figure 49 1. Cover 2. Screw Using a spring-removal tool, (Toro Part No. 92-5771), remove the idler spring from the deck hook to remove tension on the idler pulley, and roll the belt off the pulleys (Figure 50 Figure 51).
  • Page 41 g225832 Figure 51 Mower Decks with 3 Blades g225831 Figure 50 1. Idler pulley 4. Spring Mower Decks with 2 Blades 2. Mower belt 5. Engine pulley 1. Idler pulley 4. Spring 3. Outside pulley 6. Spring-removal tool 2. Mower belt 5.

  • Page 42: Mower Maintenance

    Mower Maintenance Servicing the Cutting Blades To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blades sharp. For convenient sharpening and replacement, keep extra blades on hand. g006530 Figure 52 1. Cutting edge 3. Wear/slot forming Blade Safety 2. Curved area 4.
  • Page 43 g014973 g014973 Figure 54 Figure 56 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...

  • Page 44: Leveling The Mower Deck

    Installing the Blades Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Figure 57). Important: The curved part of the blade must be pointing upward toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting. Install the curved washer (cupped side toward the blade) and the blade bolt (Figure 57).
  • Page 45 g009682 Figure 60 Mower Decks with 2 Blades g027588 1. Blades side to side 3. Outside cutting edges Figure 62 2. Sail area of the blade 4. Measure from the tip of the 1. Hanger bracket 3. Rear nut blade to the flat surface here.

  • Page 46: Removing The Mower Deck

    g009658 Figure 63 Mower Decks with 2 Blades 1. Blades front to rear 2. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface here. g014634 Figure 65 1. Adjusting rod 3. Locknut 2. Adjusting block To raise the front of the mower, tighten the adjustment nut.

  • Page 47: Installing The Mower Deck

    Slide the mower deck out from underneath the machine. Note: Retain all parts for future installation. 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 wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.

  • Page 48: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    Replacing the Grass Insert the rod at the front of the grass deflector into the short standoff on the deck. Deflector Secure the rear end of the rod into the mower with a nut (3/8 inch) as shown in Figure SS Machines Important: The grass deflector must be...
  • Page 49 g017618 Figure 70 1. Rod and spring assembly 3. Rod, short end, moved installed behind the mower bracket 2. Loop end of the spring 4. Short end, retained by installed into the notch in mower bracket. the deflector bracket Secure the rod and spring assembly by twisting it so that the short end of the rod is behind the front bracket welded to the deck (Figure...

  • Page 50: Cleaning

    Cleaning Disengage the blade-control switch, shut off the engine, remove the ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop. Washing the Underside of Turn the water off and remove the coupling from the washout fitting. the Mower Deck Note: If the mower is not clean after 1 washing, Service Interval: After each use—Clean the...

  • Page 51: Storage

    Storage the stabilizer manufacturer. Do not use an alcohol-based stabilizer (ethanol or methanol). Storage Safety Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh fuel and • Let the engine cool before storing the machine. used at all times. •...

  • Page 52: Storing The Battery

    Storing the Battery Fully charge the battery. Let the battery rest for 24 hours, then check the battery voltage. Note: If the battery voltage is below 12.6 V, repeat steps and 2. Disconnect the cables from the battery. Check the voltage periodically to ensure that the voltage is 12.4 V or higher.

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    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.
  • Page 54 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.

  • Page 55: Schematics

    Schematics g028022 Electrical Diagram (Rev. A)

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