Table Of Contents; Introduction - Toro TimeCutter Z5020 Operator's Manual

Introduction

Read this information carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury
and product damage. You are responsible for operating
the product properly and safely.
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for
product and accessory information, help finding a
dealer, or to register your product.
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or
additional information, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model
and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
Under the seat
1. Model and serial number plate
Write the product model and serial numbers in the space
below:
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.
© 2008-The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Figure 1
1. Safety alert symbol.
This manual uses two other words to highlight
information. Important calls attention to special
mechanical information and Note emphasizes general
information worthy of special attention.
Contents
Introduction................................................................. 2
Safety ........................................................................... 3
Safe Operation Practices for Ride-on (riding)
Rotary Lawnmower Machines........................... 3
Safe Operating Practices ....................................... 3
Toro Riding Mower Safety .................................... 5
Model 74381 ........................................................ 5
Model 74399 ........................................................ 6
Slope Chart .......................................................... 7
Safety and Instructional Decals ............................. 8
Product Overview ...................................................... 12
Controls ............................................................. 13
Operation................................................................... 14
Think Safety First ............................................... 14
Recommended Fuel............................................ 14
Checking the Engine Oil Level............................ 16
Starting the Engine............................................. 16
Operating the Blades .......................................... 17
Stopping the Engine ........................................... 18
The Safety Interlock System................................ 18
Driving Forward or Backward............................. 19
Stopping the Machine......................................... 20
Adjusting the Height of Cut ................................ 20
Positioning the Seat ............................................ 21
Adjusting the Motion Control Levers .................. 21
Pushing the Machine by Hand............................. 22
Grass Deflector .................................................. 23
Converting to Side Discharge (For Models
with 42 Inch Decks)........................................ 23
Converting to Side Discharge (For Models
with 50 Inch Decks)........................................ 24
Operating Tips ................................................... 25
Maintenance............................................................... 27
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ................ 27
Premaintenance Procedures.................................... 28
Raising the Seat .................................................. 28
Accessing the Battery ......................................... 28
Lubrication............................................................. 28
Greasing the Bearings......................................... 28
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Figure 2
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