Table Of Contents; Introduction - Toro GrandStand 74550 Operator's Manual

WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
Important: This engine is not equipped with a
spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California
Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate
the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or
grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas
may have similar laws.
The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is supplied
for information regarding the US Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California
Emission Control Regulation of emission systems,
maintenance, and warranty. Replacements may be
ordered through the engine manufacturer.

Introduction

This rotary-blade, riding lawn mower is intended to
be used by residential homeowners or professional,
hired operators. It is designed primarily for cutting
grass on well-maintained lawns on residential
or commercial properties. It is not designed for
cutting brush or for agricultural uses.
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.
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8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
1. Location of the model and serial numbers
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety
messages identified by the following words:
• Danger signals an extreme hazard that will cause
serious injury or death if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
• Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
• Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor
or moderate injury if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
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 ........................................................................... 4
Safe Operating Practices ....................................... 4
Toro Mower Safety ............................................... 5
Slope Indicator..................................................... 7
Safety and Instructional Decals ............................. 8
Product Overview ...................................................... 12
Controls ............................................................. 12
Specifications ..................................................... 13
Operation................................................................... 14
Adding Fuel ....................................................... 14
Checking the Engine Oil Level............................ 15
Breaking In a New Machine ................................ 15
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Figure 1
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