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- Page 1 Form No. 3456-345 Rev A TimeCutter ® MX 4275T Riding Mower Model No. 74691—Serial No. 412533618 and Up Model No. 74695—Serial No. 412655021 and Up *3456-345* Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
- Page 2 Warning indicates a potentially hazardous additional information, contact an Authorized Service situation which, if not avoided, could result in Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model death or serious injury. and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers •...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Electrical System Maintenance ......39 Electrical System Safety ........39 Servicing the Battery......... 39 Safety ............... 4 Servicing the Fuses .......... 40 General Safety ........... 4 Drive System Maintenance ........41 Slope Indicator ........... 5 Checking the Tire Pressure....... 41 Safety and Instructional Decals ...... -
Page 4: Safety
Safety This machine has been designed in accordance with EN ISO 5395. General Safety This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious personal injury or death. • Read and understand the contents of this Operator’s Manual before starting the engine. -
Page 5: Slope Indicator
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. -
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. Decal 99-3943 is for models with 127 cm (50 inch) decks only. - Page 7 Decal 112-9840 is for models with 127 cm (50 inch) decks only. 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. decal112-9840 112-9840 2. Thrown object hazard, 4.
- Page 8 decal139-2395 139-2395 1. Parking brake 4. Neutral 2. Fast 5. Reverse 3. Slow 6. Traction controls decal139-2397 139-2397 decal139-2388 139-2388 3. Fast 1. Slow 2. Hauling Decal 139-2391 is for models without an hour meter. decal139-2391 139-2391 1. Fast 2. Slow decal140-2748 140-2748 decal139-2394...
- Page 9 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 the conditions on that day and at that site.
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Page 10: Product Overview
Product Overview g367815 Figure 4 1. Engine 4. Motion-control levers 7. Smart Speed™ lever 10. Rear drive wheel 2. Operator seat 5. Front caster wheel 8. Height-of-cut lever 11. Control panel 3. Fuel-tank cap 6. Deck-lift pedal (certain 9. Deflector 12. -
Page 11: Controls
Controls Park Position Move the motion-control levers outward from the Become familiar with all the controls before you start center to the P position when exiting the machine the engine and operate the machine. to engage the electric brake (Figure 24). -
Page 12: Specifications
Contact equipment and any attachments or accessories your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro required to operate the machine properly and distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all safely. approved attachments and accessories. •... -
Page 13: Adding Fuel
Fuel Safety Adding Fuel • Fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and Recommended Fuel others and can damage property. Type Unleaded gasoline – To prevent a static charge from igniting the fuel, remove the machine from the truck or Minimum octane rating 87 (US) or 91 (research... -
Page 14: Performing Daily Maintenance
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 15: Positioning The Seat
Positioning the Seat The seat can move forward and backward. Position the seat where you have the best control of the machine and are most comfortable (Figure g292102 Figure 9 1. MyRide adjustment lever 3. Firmer suspension 2. Softer suspension g027632 Adjusting the Figure 8... -
Page 16: Converting To Side Discharge
Adjusting the Tilt Machines with 107 cm (42-inch) Mower Decks You can adjust the motion-control levers forward or rearward for your comfort. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch, and move the Loosen the upper bolt holding the control lever motion-control levers outward to the P to the control-arm shaft. - Page 17 Machines with 127 cm (50-inch) Remove the 2 locknuts (5/16 inch) from the welded posts of the left baffle (Figure 14). Mower Decks Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch, and move the motion-control levers outward to the P position.
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Page 18: During Operation
Contacting the blade can result in serious personal • Use only accessories and attachments approved injury. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and by Toro. wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. When you turn the key to the •... - Page 19 – Never operate on slopes greater than 15°. – Evaluate the site conditions of the day to determine if the slope is safe for machine operation. Use common sense and good judgment when performing this evaluation. Changes in the terrain, such as moisture, can g229846 quickly affect the operation of the machine on Figure 16...
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Page 20: Operating The Mower Blade-Control Switch (Pto)
Operating the Mower Blade-Control Switch (PTO) The blade-control switch (PTO) starts and stops the mower blades and any powered attachments. Engaging the Blade-Control Switch (PTO) g229111 Figure 17 1. Safe Zone—use the 4. W = Width of the machine machine here on slopes g008945 less than 15°... -
Page 21: Operating The Throttle
Operating the Throttle Starting the Engine You can move the throttle control between the F Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking. and S positions (Figure 21). Important: Do not engage the starter for more Always use the F position when engaging the PTO. -
Page 22: Shutting Off The Engine
Shutting Off the Engine Driving the Machine Disengage the blades by moving the The drive wheels turn independently, powered by blade-control switch to the O position. hydraulic motors on each axle. You can turn 1 side in reverse while you turn the other forward, causing Move the motion-control levers outward to the the machine to spin rather than turn. -
Page 23: Using The Smart Speed Tm Control System
Driving Backward To change speeds, do the following: Move the motion-control levers to neutral and Note: Always use caution when backing up and outward to the P position. turning. Disengage the blade-control switch. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. Adjust the lever to the desired position. -
Page 24: Using The Side Discharge
Using the Side Discharge Adjusting the Height of Cut Note: The mower has a hinged grass deflector that The transport position is the highest disperses clippings to the side and down toward the height-of-cut position or cutting height at 114 mm turf. -
Page 25: Adjusting The Anti-Scalp Rollers
Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Machines with 127 cm (50-inch) Mower Decks Rollers Whenever you change the height of cut, adjust the height of the anti-scalp rollers. Machines with 107 cm (42-inch) Note: Adjust the anti-scalp rollers so that the rollers Mower Decks do not touch the ground in normal, flat mowing areas. -
Page 26: Operating Tips
Cutting more than that is not recommended unless damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a grass is sparse, or it is late fall when grass grows genuine Toro replacement blade. Refer to Servicing more slowly. the Cutting Blades (page 44). -
Page 27: After Operation
Pushing the Machine by After Operation Hand After Operation Safety This machine has an electric-brake mechanism, and to push the machine, the key must be in the position. The battery needs to be charged and General Safety functioning to disengage the electric brake. •... -
Page 28: 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 29 If you are 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 32).
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Page 30: Maintenance
Disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery before repairing the machine. • To ensure optimum performance, 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: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Check the safety-interlock system. • Check the engine-oil level. Before each use or daily • Inspect the blades. • Inspect the grass deflector for damage. • Clean grass and debris from the cutting unit, muffler, drives, grass catcher, and engine. -
Page 32: Pre-Maintenance Procedures
Pre-Maintenance Raising the Machine Procedures Use jackstands to support the machine when you raise it. Releasing the Mower-Deck WARNING Supporting the machine on the lower muffler Curtain shield (Figure 36) may damage the shield and cause the machine to fall, injuring you or Loosen the 2 bottom bolts of the curtain to access the bystanders. -
Page 33: Lubrication
Lubrication Engine Maintenance Engine Safety Greasing the Bearings • Keep your hands, feet, face, other body parts, Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease the caster and clothing away from the muffler and other hot wheel bearings (more often in sandy surfaces. Allow engine components to cool before soil conditions). -
Page 34: Servicing The Engine Oil
Servicing the Paper Air-Cleaner Separate the foam and paper elements (Figure 39). Element Service Interval: Every 100 hours or yearly, whichever comes first—Replace the paper air-cleaner element (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). Clean the paper element by tapping it gently to remove dust. - Page 35 Checking the Engine-Oil Level Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter Service Interval: Before each use or daily Service Interval: Every 100 hours or yearly, Note: Check the oil when the engine is cold. whichever comes first—Change the Important: If you overfill or underfill the engine engine oil and oil filter (more often crankcase with oil and run the engine, you may in dirty or dusty conditions).
- Page 36 g365790 Figure 44 Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center. g027477 Figure 43 Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil into the filler tube and slowly add the additional oil to bring it to the Full mark (Figure 44).
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Page 37: Servicing The Spark Plug
Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 100 hours or yearly, whichever comes first—Check the spark plug(s). Every 200 hours/Every 2 years (whichever comes first)—Replace the spark plug(s). Ensure that the air gap between the center and side g206628 Figure 46 electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug. -
Page 38: Fuel System Maintenance
Fuel System Maintenance DANGER g365941 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 Fuel Safety (page 13) for a complete list of fuel related precautions. Replacing the In-Line Fuel Filter Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Replace the... -
Page 39: Electrical System Maintenance
Electrical System WARNING Incorrectly removing the cables from Maintenance battery could damage the machine and cables, causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, Electrical System Safety resulting in personal injury. • Disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of •... -
Page 40: Servicing The Fuses
Charging the Battery Servicing the Fuses Service Interval: Before storage—Charge the battery The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires and disconnect the battery cables. no maintenance; however, if a fuse blows, check the component/circuit for a malfunction or short. Remove the battery from the chassis;... -
Page 41: Drive System Maintenance
Releasing the Electric Drive System Brake Maintenance You can manually release the electric brake by rotating the link arms forward. Once the electric brake Checking the Tire Pressure is energized, the brake resets. Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check tire Turn the key to the position and remove the key. -
Page 42: Belt Maintenance
Belt Maintenance Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Inspecting the Belts Locate the tracking-adjustment bolt near the motion-control lever on the particular side that Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check the belts needs adjusting (Figure 54). - Page 43 Figure 56 1. Wire form 3. Idler pulley 2. Nut Using a spring-removal tool (Toro Part No. g298026 92-5771), remove the idler spring from the deck Figure 58 hook to remove tension on the idler pulley, and Mower decks with 3 blades...
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Page 44: Mower Maintenance
Mower Maintenance Blade Safety • Inspect the blades periodically for wear or damage. • Use care when checking the blades. Wrap the blades or wear gloves, and use caution when servicing the blades. Only replace or sharpen the g006530 blades; never straighten or weld them. Figure 59 •... - Page 45 g014973 g014973 Figure 61 Figure 63 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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Page 46: Leveling The Mower Deck
Installing the Blades Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Figure 64). 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 64). - Page 47 Set the height of cut to 76 mm (3 inches). Carefully rotate the blades so they are facing front to rear (Figure 69). Measure from the tip of the front blade to the flat surface and the tip of the rear blade to the flat surface (Figure 69 Figure...
- Page 48 Leveling from Side to Side Move to the left side of the machine. Set the anti-scalp rollers to the top holes or remove them completely for this procedure; refer Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers (page 25). Set the height-of-cut lever to the 76 mm (3 inch) position;...
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Page 49: Removing The Mower Deck
To lower the front of the mower deck, loosen the adjustment nut. After adjustment, check the front-to-rear slope again, continue adjusting the nut until the front blade tip is 1.6 to 7.9 mm (1/16 to 5/16 inch) lower than the rear blade tip; refer to Checking the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope (page 47). -
Page 50: Installing The Mower Deck
Carefully lower the front of the mower deck to Install the lift arm using the washer and hairpin the ground. cotter (Figure 77). On 1 side of the machine, remove the washer Repeat steps for the other side of the and hairpin cotter from the deck pin (Figure 77). -
Page 51: Cleaning
Cleaning Remove the damaged or worn grass deflector. Install the new grass deflector (Figure 78). Washing the Underside of Slide the straight end of the rod through the rear grass deflector pivot. the Mower Deck Place the spring on the rod, with end wires down, and between the grass deflector brackets. -
Page 52: Disposing Of Waste
Storage Turn the water off and remove the coupling from the washout fitting. Note: If the mower is not clean after 1 washing, Storage Safety soak it and let it stand for 30 minutes. Then • repeat the process. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before you leave the Run the mower again for 1 to 3 minutes to operator’s position. -
Page 53: Storing The Battery
Storing the Battery Prepare the machine for storage when non-use occurs over 30 days. Prepare the machine for Fully charge the battery. storage as follows: Let the battery rest for 24 hours, then check the Add fuel stabilizer/conditioner to fresh fuel battery voltage. -
Page 54: 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 55 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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Page 56: Schematics
Schematics g307974 Electrical Diagram 139-2356 (Rev. A) - Page 57 Notes:...
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