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Toro TimeCutter SS 4235 Operator's Manual

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Original Instructions (EN)
TimeCutter
Mower
Model No. 74633—Serial No. 313100001 and Up
Form No. 3379-764 Rev A
®
SS 4235 Riding
*3379-764* A

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3379-764 Rev A TimeCutter ® SS 4235 Riding Mower Model No. 74633—Serial No. 313100001 and Up *3379-764* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)

  • Page 2: Introduction

    You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. WARNING You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register CALIFORNIA your product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Schematics ..............44 Introduction ..............2 Safety ................4 Safe Operating Practices........... 4 Toro Riding Mower Safety ........6 Slope Indicator ............7 Safety and Instructional Decals ......... 8 Product Overview ............13 Controls ...............13 Operation ..............14 Think Safety First ...........14 Before Starting............16...

  • Page 4: Safety

    In these instances, others from serious injury. Toro has refined the statement to convey the meaning of the • Always follow the recommendations for any application standard while better matching the product this Operator's of counterweights.
  • Page 5 A hitch kit is available for this machine and can be obtained • Keep the machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris by contacting an Authorized Toro Dealer. Do not tow build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage fuel soaked debris. without first installing this manufacturer approved hitch. The Allow the machine to cool before storing.

  • Page 6: Toro Riding Mower Safety

    • Maintain or replace safety and instruction decals as necessary. • Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure that original standards are maintained. Toro Riding Mower Safety The following list contains safety information specific to Toro products or other safety information that you must know that may not be included in the ANSI standards.

  • Page 7: Slope Indicator

    Slope Indicator G011841 Figure 3 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 9 119-8814 1. Parking position 4. Neutral 2. Fast 5. Reverse 3. Slow 119-8815 1. Parking position 4. Neutral 119-8871 2. Fast 5. Reverse Certain models only 3. Slow 1. Height-of-cut Manufacturer's Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.
  • Page 10 121-0772 1. Fast 4. Choke 2. Continuous variable setting 5. Power take-off (PTO), Blade control switch 3. Slow...
  • Page 11 119-8874 1. Low speed 2. High speed Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders a safe distance from the battery. 7. Wear eye protection; 2. No fire, open flame, or smoking.
  • Page 12 120-2239 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 5. Warning—do not use split ramps, use a full ramps when transporting machine. 2. Warning—read the instructions before servicing or performing 6. Loss of traction/control hazard, slopes—loss of traction/control maintenance; move the motion control levers to the park on a slope, disengage the blade control switch (PTO), (brake) position, remove the ignition key and disconnect the proceed off the slope slowly.

  • Page 13: Product Overview

    Product Overview g023853 Figure 4 1. Deflector 4. Height of cut lever 7. Footrest 10. Engine 2. Rear drive wheel 5. Operator seat 8. Fuel tank cap 11. Front caster wheel 3. Motion control levers 6. Smart Speed™ lever 9. Control panel Controls Ignition Switch The ignition switch has three positions, Off, Run and Start.

  • Page 14: Operation

    Operation reverse; wheel speed is proportional to the amount the lever is moved. Move the control levers outward from the center to the park position and exit the machine (Figure 16). Always Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine position the motion control levers into the park position from the normal operating position.
  • Page 15 DANGER In certain conditions during fueling, static electricity can be released causing a spark which can ignite the gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property. • Always place gasoline containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.

  • Page 16: Before Starting

    The safety interlock system also is designed to stop the engine 2. Slowly add regular, unleaded gasoline until the fuel whenever the control levers are out of the park position and reaches the base of the filler neck (Figure 9). you rise from the seat.

  • Page 17: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine 1. Sit down on the seat and move the motion controls outward to the park position. 2. Disengage the blades by moving the blade control switch to Off (Figure 11) Figure 12 1. Control panel 4. Continuous variable setting 2.

  • Page 18: Operating The Blades

    Figure 14 1. Control panel 2. Blade control switch—On position Figure 13 1. Control panel 5. Run 2. Ignition key—run position 6. Start Disengaging the Blades 3. Ignition key—start position 7. Choke control 4. Off Push down on the blade control switch to move it to the Off position and disengage the blades (Figure 15).

  • Page 19: Stopping The Engine

    1. While sitting on the seat, with the control levers in park position, and move the blade control switch to On. Try starting the engine; the engine should not crank. 2. While sitting on the seat, move the blade control switch to Off.

  • Page 20: Stopping The Machine

    WARNING Removing your hands from the motion control levers while the machine is in motion can result in a loss of control causing harm to you or bystanders. Always stop the machine and move the motion control levers to the park position before adjusting the Smart Speed™...

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Anti-Scalp Rollers (For 42 Inch Mower Decks)

    g019929 Figure 21 1. Anti-scalp roller 4. Upper hole—the mower deck in the 63mm (2-1/2 inch) and below height-of-cut positions G014476 2. Lower hole—the mower 5. Bolt deck in the 76mm (3 inch) and above height-of-cut Figure 20 positions 3. Flange Nut 1.

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Motion Control Levers

    Adjusting the Motion Control 3. Locate the bypass levers on the frame on both sides of the engine. Levers 4. Move the bypass levers forward through the key hole and down to lock them in place as shown inFigure 24. Adjusting the Height Ensure this is done for each lever.

  • Page 23: Operating Tips

    If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. Cut 1/3 of the Grass Blade It is best to cut only about 1/3 of the grass blade. Cutting more than that is not recommended unless grass is sparse, or it is late fall when grass grows more slowly.

  • Page 24: 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 • Check the safety interlock system. • Check the air cleaner for dirty, loose or damaged parts. •...

  • Page 25: Premaintenance Procedures

    Premaintenance Lubrication Procedures Greasing the Bearings Raising the Seat Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease all lubrication points. Make sure the motion control levers are locked in the park Grease Type: No. 2 General Purpose Lithium Base Grease position. Lift the seat forward. 1.

  • Page 26: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance Servicing the Engine Oil Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SJ or higher) Servicing the Air Cleaner Crankcase Capacity: 2.0 qt (1.9 l) when the filter is changed Viscosity: See the table below. Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the air cleaner for dirty, loose or damaged parts.
  • Page 27 5. Pull the dipstick out and check the oil level. (Figure 29). The oil level should be up to, but not over, the Full or F mark on the dipstick 6. If the level is low, add oil of the proper type, up to the Full or F mark on the dipstick.

  • Page 28: Servicing The Spark Plug

    the pad, then tighten the filter an additional 3/4 to 1 turn (Figure 31). Wipe up any excess oil on the frame. 12. When oil has drained completely, install the oil drain plug. Tighten the plug to 125 in-lb (14 N-m) torque. Wipe up any excess oil (Figure 30).

  • Page 29: Cleaning The Blower Housing

    Cleaning the Blower Housing Fuel System Maintenance Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check air intake and cooling areas, clean as necessary. Every 100 hours—Clean the blower housing (more DANGER often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions). In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely To ensure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling flammable and highly explosive.

  • Page 30: Electrical System Maintenance

    Electrical System 4. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together and slide them away from the filter (Figure 34). Maintenance 5. Remove the filter from the fuel lines. 6. Install a new filter with the flow direction arrow coming WARNING from the fuel tank and pointing to the engine.

  • Page 31: Servicing The Fuses

    Note: Do not run the machine with the battery 5. Slide the rubber cover up the positive (red) cable. Disconnect the positive (red) cable from the battery disconnected, electrical damage may occur. post (Figure 35). Retain all fasteners. 6. Remove the battery hold-down (Figure 35) and lift the Installing the Battery battery from the battery tray.

  • Page 32: Drive System Maintenance

    Drive System 2. Rotate the shaft forward to release the brake. Maintenance Checking the Tire Pressure Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check tire pressure. Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified. Uneven tire pressure can cause uneven cut. Check the pressure at the valve stem (Figure 38).

  • Page 33: Mower Maintenance

    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 34 The blades must be replaced if a solid object is hit, if the blade is out of balance, or the blade is bent. To ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards.

  • Page 35: Leveling The Mower Deck

    Leveling the Mower Deck Check to ensure the mower deck is level any time you install the mower or when you see an uneven cut on your lawn. The mower deck must be checked for bent blades prior to leveling; any bent blades must be removed and replaced. Refer to the Checking for Bent Blades procedure before continuing.
  • Page 36 Note: Avoid placing the supports under any anti-scalp rollers if present on the deck. 7. Move to the left side of the machine. Check if the side carriage bolt is in the fixed or slotted position (Figure 49). G015323 G015324 Figure 51 1.

  • Page 37: Removing The Mower

    1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the 7. To raise the front of the mower, tighten the adjustment blade control switch. nut. To lower the front of the mower, loosen the adjustment nut. 2. Move the motion control levers outward to the park position, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for 8.

  • Page 38: Mower Belt Maintenance

    Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check the belts for mower pulleys (Figure 57). wear/cracks. 6. Using a spring removal tool, (Toro part no. 92-5771), Check the belts for cracks, frayed edges, burn marks, or any install the idler spring over the deck hook and placing other damage.

  • Page 39: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    Replacing the Grass Deflector Important: The grass deflector must be spring loaded in the down position. Lift the deflector up Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the grass to test that it snaps to the full down position. deflector for damage. WARNING An uncovered discharge opening could allow the lawn mower to throw objects in the operator's or...

  • Page 40: Cleaning

    Cleaning 8. Run the mower again for one to three minutes to remove excess water. Washing the Underside of the WARNING Mower A broken or missing washout fitting could expose you and others to thrown objects or Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Clean the mower blade contact.

  • Page 41: Storage

    Storage section. With the spark plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug hole. Use the starter to crank the engine and Cleaning and Storage distribute the oil inside the cylinder. Install the spark plug(s).

  • Page 42: 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 43 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 44 Schematics G014644 Electrical Diagram (Rev. A)
  • Page 45 Notes:...
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  • Page 48 Toro's option, under warranty at no cost for parts the Operator's Manual have been performed.

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