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Original Instructions (EN)
TimeCutter
and MX 4200 Riding Mower
Model No. 74710—Serial No. 316000001 and Up
Model No. 74720—Serial No. 316000001 and Up
Model No. 74765—Serial No. 316000001 and Up
Form No. 3406-643 Rev A
®
SS 3225, SS 4200,
*3406-643* A

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  • Page 1 TimeCutter ® SS 3225, SS 4200, and MX 4200 Riding Mower Model No. 74710—Serial No. 316000001 and Up Model No. 74720—Serial No. 316000001 and Up Model No. 74765—Serial No. 316000001 and Up *3406-643* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2: Figure 1

    CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product This product contains a chemical or chemicals safety and operation training materials, accessory information, known to the State of California to cause cancer, help finding a dealer, or to register your product.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Raising the Seat ............26 label for your machine. To locate a dealer convenient to Lubrication ...............26 you, access our website at www.Toro.com or contact our Greasing the Bearings ..........26 Toro Customer Care Department at the number(s) listed Engine Maintenance ..........27 in your Emission Control Warranty Statement.
  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety • Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI roadways. standard B71.1-2012. • Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety into a trailer or truck.
  • Page 5 Children Safe Handling of Gasoline Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extra care presence of children. Children are often attracted to the when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable machine and the mowing activity.
  • Page 6: Toro Riding Mower Safety

    • Never interfere with the intended function of a safety of the machine. Failure to use original Toro parts could device or to reduce the protection provided by a safety cause serious injury or death. Making unauthorized device.
  • Page 7: Slope Indicator

    Slope Indicator G011841 Figure 4 This page may be copied for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can safely 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 8: 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 lost. 93-7009 1. Warning—don't operate the mower with the deflector up or removed;...
  • Page 9 131-4036 1. Maximum drawbar pull 36 kg (80 lb) 2. Read the Operator's Manual. 132-0872 1. Thrown object 3. Severing hazard of hand hazard—keep bystanders or foot—keep away from away from the machine. moving parts. 119-8871 2. Thrown object hazard, 4.
  • Page 10 121-0771 1. Choke 4. Slow 2. Fast 5. Power take-off (PTO), blade-control switch 3. Continuous variable setting 131–3947 1. Trim—slow 3. Mow—fast 2. Tow—medium...
  • Page 11 132-0869 1. Warning—read the 3. Cutting hazard of hand, 5. Ramp tipping 7. Tipping hazard on Operator's Manual. mower blade; pinching hazard—when loading slopes—do not use on hazard of hand, belt—keep onto a trailer, do not use slopes near open water; do dual ramps;...
  • Page 12: Product Overview

    Product Overview Figure 6 Control Panel Figure 5 1. Throttle/Choke 3. Blade-control switch Model with 81 cm (32-inch) Deck Shown (power takeoff) 2. Ignition switch 1. Footrest 8. Engine 2. Deflector 9. Fuel-tank cap 3. Height-of-cut lever 10. Rear drive wheel Ignition Switch 4.
  • Page 13 Fuel-Presence Window is moved. Move the control levers outward from the center to the P position when exiting the machine (Figure 14). he fuel window located on the left-hand side of the machine, Always position the motion-control levers into the P can be used to verify the presence of gasoline in the tank position when you stop the machine or leave it unattended.
  • Page 14: Operation

    Operation DANGER In certain conditions during fueling, static Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine electricity can be released causing a spark which from the normal operating position. can ignite the gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can Adding Fuel damage property.
  • Page 15: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    Think Safety First of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel stabilizer at all times. Please read all safety instructions and symbols in the safety section. Knowing this information could help you or Filling the Fuel Tank bystanders avoid injury. Note: Ensure that the engine is shut off and the motion DANGER controls are in the parked position.
  • Page 16: Understanding The Safety-Interlock System

    Testing the Safety-Interlock CAUTION System This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85 dBA at the operator’s ear and can cause hearing Test the safety-interlock system before you use the machine loss through extended periods of exposure. each time. If the safety system does not operate as described below, have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety Wear hearing protection when operating this system immediately.
  • Page 17: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine Operating the Blades Important: Do not engage the starter for more than The blade-control switch engages and disengages power to the mower blades. This switch controls power to any 5 seconds at a time. Engaging the starter motor for attachments that draw power from the engine, including the more than 5 seconds can damage the starter motor.
  • Page 18: Driving The Machine

    Driving the Machine Driving Forward Note: Always use caution when backing up and turning. Driving the machine benefits from an understanding of what zero-turn-radius mower means. The drive wheels turn 1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. independently, powered by hydraulic motors on each axle; 2.
  • Page 19 Driving Backward To change speeds, do the following: 1. Move the motion-control levers to the N Note: Always use caution when backing up and turning. EUTRAL position and outward to the P position. 1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. 2.
  • Page 20: Stopping The Machine

    Stopping the Machine Positioning the Seat To stop the machine, move the motion-control levers to Move the seat forward or backward as shown in Figure the N position and outward to the P position, EUTRAL disengage the blade-control switch, ensure the throttle is between half and full throttle, and turn the ignition key to the position.
  • Page 21: Pushing The Machine By Hand

    Adjusting the Tilt You can adjust the motion-control levers forward or rearward for your comfort. 1. Loosen the upper bolt holding the control lever to the control-arm shaft. 2. Loosen the lower bolt just enough to pivot the control lever forward or rearward (Figure 20).
  • Page 22: Adjusting The Anti-Scalp Rollers

    Adjusting the Anti-Scalp WARNING Rollers Driving on the street or roadway without turn signals, lights, reflective markings, or a For 107 cm (42-inch) Mower Decks slow-moving-vehicle emblem is dangerous and can lead to accidents, causing personal injury. Whenever you change the height of cut, adjust the height of the anti-scalp rollers.
  • Page 23 moves from the ramp to the trailer or truck. Steeper angles may also cause the machine to tip or lose control. If loading on or near a slope, position the trailer or truck so that it is on the down side of the slope and the ramp extends up the slope.
  • Page 24: Operating Tips

    If a blade is damaged or worn, replace ground. However, the cutting height used in the past is it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. generally the best one to use. When cutting grass longer than 15 cm (6 inches) tall, you may want to cut the lawn twice to ensure an acceptable quality of cut.
  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil and filter. After the first 5 hours • Check the safety-interlock system. •...
  • Page 26: Premaintenance Procedures

    Premaintenance Lubrication Procedures Greasing the Bearings Raising the Seat Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease all lubrication points. Make sure that the motion-control levers are locked in the Grease Type: No. 2 lithium grease position, and lift the seat forward. 1. Park the machine on a level surface, and disengage the The following components can be accessed by raising the seat: blade-control switch.
  • Page 27: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Clean and check the air-cleaner-foam element. Every 50 hours—Replace the air-cleaner-foam element. Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently if the operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Figure 29 Removing the Foam and Paper Elements...
  • Page 28: Servicing The Engine Oil

    3. Install the air-cleaner cover, and tighten the 2 knobs (Figure 28). Servicing the Engine Oil Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG, SH, SJ, or higher) Crankcase Capacity: 1.4 L (48 oz) when you change the filter. Viscosity: See the table below. SAE 30 SAE 5W -30, 10W -30...
  • Page 29 g027477 Figure 33 6. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified amount of oil into the fill hole (Figure 34). 7. Check the oil level (Figure 34). g029369 Figure 32 5. Remove the engine-oil filter. Note: Ensure the oil-filter gasket touches the engine, and then an extra 3/4 turn is completed.
  • Page 30: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Check the spark plug. Every 100 hours—Replace the spark plug. Ensure that the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug. Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing the spark plug and a gapping tool or feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap.
  • Page 31: Fuel System Maintenance

    Checking the Spark Plug Fuel System Important: Do not clean the spark plug(s). Always Maintenance replace the spark plug(s) when it has: a black coating, worn electrodes, an oily film, or cracks. DANGER Note: If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely engine is operating properly.
  • Page 32: Electrical System Maintenance

    Electrical System Maintenance WARNING CALIFORNIA g027506 Proposition 65 Warning Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Charging the Battery Removing the Battery WARNING Battery terminals or metal tools could short against...
  • Page 33 Charging the Battery WARNING Service Interval: Before storage—Charge the battery and Incorrect battery-cable routing could damage disconnect battery cables. the machine and cables causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to 1. Remove the battery from the chassis; refer to Removing explode, resulting in personal injury.
  • Page 34: 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 35: Releasing The Electric Brake

    Releasing the Electric Brake Cooling System Maintenance The electric brake releases by manually rotating the link arms forward. Once the electric brake is energized, the brake resets. 1. Turn the ignition key to the position or disconnect Cleaning the Engine Screen the battery.
  • Page 36: Maintaining Mower

    If a blade is damaged or worn, replace 2. Curved area 4. Damage it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to keep extra blades on hand. Checking for Bent Blades...
  • Page 37 Note: If a bent blade is replaced with a new blade, and the dimension obtained continues to exceed 3mm (1/8 inch), the blade spindle could be bent. Contact an Authorized Toro Dealer for service. B. If the variance is within constraints, move to the next blade.
  • Page 38: Leveling The Mower Deck

    Note: If the blade stays in a horizontal position, the blade is balanced, and can be used. Note: If the blade is not balanced, file some metal off the end of the sail area only (Figure 51). Figure 52 Figure 49 1.
  • Page 39 G014630 Figure 53 Mower Decks with 1 Blade Figure 55 1. Blade side to side 3. Outside cutting edges 2. Sail area of the blade 4. Measure from the tip of the 1. Hanger bracket 3. Rear locking nut blade to the flat surface 2.
  • Page 40: Removing The Mower

    G014631 Figure 56 G014634 Mower Decks with 1 Blade Figure 58 1. Blade front to rear 1. Adjusting rod 3. Locknut 2. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface here. 2. Adjusting block 7. To raise the front of the mower, tighten the adjustment nut.
  • Page 41: Installing The Mower

    Installing the Mower 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade-control switch. 2. Move the motion-control levers outward to the P position, shut off the engine, remove the key from the ignition switch, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
  • Page 42: Maintaining The Mower Belt(S)

    Figure 62 1. Cover 2. Screw 5. 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 of the pulleys...
  • Page 43 6. Route the new belt around the engine pulley and mower pulleys (Figure 63 Figure 64). 7. Using a spring-removal tool (Toro Part Number 92-5771), install the idler spring over the deck hook and place tension on the idler pulley and the mower belt (Figure 63 Figure 64).
  • Page 44: Cleaning

    Cleaning Note: Use a nonmetallic scraper to remove any remaining debris if necessary. 9. Run the mower again for 1 to 3 minutes to remove any Washing the Underside of the excess water. Mower WARNING Service Interval: After each use—Clean the mower-deck A broken or missing washout fitting could housing.
  • Page 45: Storage

    Storage 11. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its condition; refer Servicing the Spark Plug (page 30). With the spark plug(s) removed from the engine, pour 2 tablespoons Cleaning and Storing the of engine oil into the spark plug hole. Use the starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside the Machine cylinder.
  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine overheats. 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce ground speed. 2. The oil level in the crankcase is low. 2. Add oil to the crankcase. 3. The cooling fins and air passages 3.
  • Page 47 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action There is abnormal vibration. 1. The engine mounting bolts are loose. 1. Tighten the engine mounting bolts. 2. The engine pulley, idler pulley, or blade 2. Tighten the appropriate pulley. pulley is loose. 3. The engine pulley is damaged. 3.
  • Page 48: Schematics

    Schematics Electrical Schematic (Rev. A)
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  • Page 52 Countries Other than the United States or Canada This warranty is not valid in Mexico. Customers who have purchased Toro products outside the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.

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