Toro TimeCutter SS 4235 Operator's Manual
Toro TimeCutter SS 4235 Operator's Manual

Toro TimeCutter SS 4235 Operator's Manual

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Form No.
3366-471
Rev A
Count
on it.
mmmm
0
0
TimeCutter_
SS 4235, SS 4260,
SS 5000 and SS 5060 Riding
Mowers
Model No. 74624--Serial
No. 311000001
and Up
Model No. 74625--Serial
No. 311000001
and Up
Model No. 74626--Serial
No. 311000001
and Up
Model No. 74630--Serial
No. 311000001
and Up
Model No. 74632--Serial
No. 311000001
and Up
To register your product or download an Operator's Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge, go to www.Toro.com.
Original Instructions (EN)

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  • Page 1 Model No. 74626--Serial No. 311000001 and Up Model No. 74630--Serial No. 311000001 and Up Model No. 74632--Serial No. 311000001 and Up To register your product or download an Operator's Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge, go to www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2 Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service engine exhaust from this product Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model contains chemicals known to the State and serial numbers of your product read> Figure 1 California to cause...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Washing the Underside of the Mower ....45 Storage ............... Cleaning and Storage .......... Introduction ..............Troubleshooting ............Safety ................Schematics ..............Safe Operating Practices ........Toro Riding Mower Safety ........Slope Indicator ............. Safety and Instructional Decals ......Product Overview............Controls ............. Operation ..............
  • Page 4: Safety

    Always wear eye protection when operating the ANSI standard below can be found in Toro Riding mower. Mower Safety at the end of this section. • Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and...
  • Page 5 A hitch _t is available for this machine and can be ° Remove or mark obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, obtained by contacting an Authorized Toro Dealer. etc. from the movdng area. Tall grass can hide Do not tow without first installing this manufacturer obstacles.
  • Page 6: Toro Riding Mower Safety

    • Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade attachment bolts. Keep equipment in good Use only Toro approved attachments. Warranty may condition. be voided if used with unapproved attachments. • Never tamper with safe 7 devices. Check their If loading the machine onto a trailer or truck, use a proper operation regularly.
  • Page 7: Slope Indicator

    Slope Indicator llll\ II i l\ I I if\\ llll llll G011841 Figure 3 This page may be copied for personal use. 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.
  • Page 8: Safety And Instructional

    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. 114-1606 Entanglement hazard, belt--keep all guards in place. 93-7009 Warning--don't operate the mower with the deflector up or removed;...
  • Page 9 110-6691 Thrown object hazard--keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine. Thrown object hazard, mower--do not operate without the 112-9840 deflector, discharge cover, or grass collection system in place. Remove the ignition key Read the Operator's Manual. and read the instructions Cutting/dismemberment of hand or foot--stay away from...
  • Page 10 Battery Symbols are on your battery Some or all of these symbols Explosion hazard Keep bystandersa safe distance from the battery. No fire, open flame, or Wear eye protection; smoking, explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries Caustic liquid/chemical Battery acid can cause burn hazard blindness or severe burns.
  • Page 11 119-8874 Low speed High speed 119-8873 Certain models only Fast Power take-off (PTO), Blade control switch on some models Blade control switch--Off Continuous variable se_ing Stow Blade control switch--On Choke...
  • Page 12 119-8872 Certain models only Fast Power take-off (PTO), Blade control switch on some models Blade control switch--Off Continuous variable setting Stow Blade control switch--On Choke...
  • Page 13 120-2239 Warning--read the Operator's Manual. Warning--do not use split ramps, use a full ramps when transporting machine. Warning--read the instructions before servicing or performing Loss of traction/control hazard, slopes--loss of traction/controI 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 14: Product Overview

    Product Overview G01491 Figure 4 Models with 42 inch decks Deflector Height of cut lever Footrest Engine Rear drive wheel Operator seat Fuel tank cap Engine guard Motion control levers Smart SpeedTM lever Control panel Front caster wheel G014910 _I _ .-_ / __14 Figure 5 Models with 50 inch decks...
  • Page 15: Controls

    Motion Control Levers and Park Controls Position Become familiar with all of the controls in Figure 4, The motion control levers are speed sensitive controls of Figure 5, and Figure 6 before you start the engine and independent wheel motors. Moving a lever forward or operate the machine.
  • Page 16: Operation

    Operation Height-of-Cut Lever The height of cut lever allows the operator to lower Note: Determine the left and right sides of the and raise the deck from the seated position. When the machine from the normal operating position. lever is moved up, toward the operator the deck is raised from the ground and when moved down, away from the operator it is lowered toward the ground.
  • Page 17 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...
  • Page 18: Before Starting

    Filling the Fuel Tank • The blades are disengaged. • The motion control levers are in the park position. Make sure the engine is shut off and the motion controls are in the park position. Tank maximum The safeD" interlock system also is designed to stop capacity is 2.9 gallons.
  • Page 19: Starting The Engine

    Pull up on the Choke control before starting a cold engine (Figure 13). Note: A warm or hot engine may not require cho_ng. G014895 Figure 11 FilI opening 3. FueI Base of filler neck, DO Empty space for fueI NOT FILL PAST HERE expansion.
  • Page 20: Operating The Blades

    G014903 Figure Blade control switch--On Control panel position Figure Control panel Ignition key--start position Start Disengaging the Blades Ignition key--run position Choke control Push down on the blade control svdtch to move it to the Off position and disengage the blades (Figure 16). After the engine starts, push down on the Choke...
  • Page 21: Stopping The Engine

    to the center, unlocked position. Try starting engine; the engine should not crank. Repeat vdth the other motion control lever. While sitting on the seat, move the blade control switch to Off, and lock the motion control levers in the park position. Start the engine. While the engine is running, engage the blade control svdtch, and rise slightly from the seat;...
  • Page 22: Stopping The Machine

    Removingyou hands from the motion control leverswhile the machineis in motion can result in a loss of control causingharm to you or bystanders. Alwaysstop the machine and movethe motion control leversto the park position before adjusting the SmartSpeed Control System. Adjust the lever to the desired position.
  • Page 23: Adjusting The Height

    Models with 50 inch Decks While sitting in the operator's position, raise the seat adjustment lever slightly and move the seat forward or backward to the desired position (Figure 23). G014476 G014969 Figure Figure 23 Height-of-cut lever 4.5 inch (115 mm), Transport position Height-of-cut positions Adjusting the Motion Control...
  • Page 24: Pushing The Machine

    Loosen the upper bolt holding the control lever to the control arm shaft• Loosen the lower bolt just enough to pivot the control lever fore or aft (Figure 24). Tighten both bolts to secure the control in the new position. Repeat the adjustment for the opposite control lever.
  • Page 25: Operating Tips

    Cut 1/3 of the Grass Blade It is best to cut only about 1/3 of the grass blade. Without the grassdeflector,dischargecover, Cutting more than that is not recommended unless complete grass catcher assembly mounted grass is sparse, or it is late fall when grass grows more place, and others are exposed...
  • Page 26 Check the cutter blades daily for sharpness, and for any wear or damage. File down aW nicks and sharpen the blades as necessar 7 If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade.
  • Page 27: 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 After the first 8 hours • Change the engine oil. • Check the safety interlock system. •...
  • Page 28: Premaintenance Procedures

    Lubrication Premaintenance Procedures Greasing the Bearings Raising the Seat Service Interval: Every 25 hours--Grease lubrication points. Make sure the levers are locked in the motion control Grease Type: No. 2 General Purpose Lithium Base park position Lift the seat forward Grease The following components...
  • Page 29: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance Connect a grease gun to each fitting (Figure 26 and Figure 27). Pump grease into the fittings until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings. Servicing the Air Cleaner 5. Wipe up any excess grease. Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently (every few hours) if operating conditions are extremely dusty or sand>...
  • Page 30: Servicing The Engine

    Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to remove run engine with oil below the low mark because dust and dirt. engine may be damaged. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the damage to the seal.
  • Page 31: Levers

    Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil Every 100 hours--Change the engine into the filler tube and slowly add the additional oil oil. (more often in dusb, dirty to bring it to the Full mark (Figure 32). conditions) Note: Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center.
  • Page 32: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Removing the Spark Plug 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the paring brake. 2. Stop the engine, remove the ke), and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
  • Page 33: Fuel System Maintenance

    Fuel System Maintenance In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can 16 ft-lb damage property. 22 N-m • Perform any fuel related maintenance when engine is cold.
  • Page 34: Servicing The Emissions

    Electrical System Maintenance CALIFORNIA 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. G014917 Charging the Battery Figure 37 In-line Fuel filter Tee Fitting, vent line Flow direction arrow...
  • Page 35: Servicing The Fuses

    Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the machine and cables causing sparks. Sparks cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. • Always disconnect the negative (black) battery cable before disconnecting positive (red) cable. G000538 • Always connect the positive (red) battery...
  • Page 36: Drive System Maintenance

    Drive System 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 wllve stem (Figure 41). Check the tires when they are cold to get the most accurate pressure reading.
  • Page 37: Mower Maintenance

    File down aW nicks and sharpen the blades as necessar> If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately vdth a genuine Toro replacement blade. For convenient sharpening and replacement, may want to keep extra blades on hand.
  • Page 38 3• Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface here. G006530 Figure Cutting edge Wear/slot forming Curved area Damage Figure Checking for Bent Blades Blade, in position for measuring Level surface Note: The machine must be on a level surface for the Measured distance between blade and surface (A) following...
  • Page 39 Installing the Blades To ensure optimum performance and continued 1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Figure 48). safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other Important: The curved part of the blade must...
  • Page 40: Leveling The Mower Deck

    Leveling the Mower Deck G005278 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.
  • Page 41: Adjusting Front-To-Rear Blade Slope

    _009658 Figure 54 Mower Decks with 2 Blades Blades front to rear Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface here Figure Hanger bracket Side locking nut Rear locking nut Adjustment notches Stop the deck at the adjusted position and tighten side loc_ng...
  • Page 42: Removing The Mower

    G014634 Figure 56 3. Lock nut 1. Adjusting rod Adjusting block G014635 Figure 57 To raise the front of the mower, tighten the Deck bracket adjustment nut. To lower the front of the mower, Front support rod Locking nut loosen the adjustment nut. After adjustment, check the front-to-rear slope again.
  • Page 43: Replacing Mower Belt

    Engine pulley Outside pulley Spring removal too 5. Route the new belt around the engine pu_ey and mower pu_eys (Figure 60). 6. Using a spring removal tool, (Toro part no. 92-5771), install the idler spring over the deck hook and...
  • Page 44: Installing The Mower

    placing tension on the idler pulley and mower belt ((Figure 59 and Figure 60)). Installing the Mower 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch. Move the motion control levers outward to the park position, stop the engine, remove the ke 5 and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
  • Page 45: Washing The Underside Of The Mower

    Cleaning Note: If the mower is not clean after one washing, soak it and let it stand for 30 minutes. Then repeat the process. Washing the Underside of the Run the mower again for one three minutes Mower remove excess water. Service Interval: Before each use or daily--Clean mower housing.
  • Page 46: Storage

    Storage Dispose of fuel properl> Recycle pursuant to local codes• Cleaning and Storage Important: Do not store stabilizer/conditioned gasoline over 30 days. Disengage the blade control switch, move the Remove the spark plug(s) and check its condition; motion controls outward to the park position, stop refer to Servicing the Spark Plug in the Engine the engine, and remove the ke>...
  • Page 47: System

    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. Remove the obstruction from the 3.
  • Page 48 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. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 3.
  • Page 49: Electrical Diagram

    ¢D KEY SWITCH CONNECTIONS KEY SWITCH LEGEND I-'_-I oFF - .ocoN.=.o.I / ,--_,--_ \ ON -B+R+I+A .r_r-.÷.+.÷s I\_! VIEWED FROM e,,,i- BACK OF swrrcH ENGINE CONNECTIONS _, , _/'GNmON FUSE I Y,. MODUU_ RH NEUT SEAT SW PTO SW ,y/._ HOLDERS SWITCH (OPERATOR...
  • Page 50 Notes:...
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  • Page 52 Countries Other than the United States or Canada 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...

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