Toro TimeCutter 16-42Z Operator's Manual

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Form
No. 3351-325
t _-42Z
TimeCutter ® Z Riding Mower
IVlodel No, 74325mSerial
No, 240000001
and Up
Operator's
Manual
Register your product at www.Toro.com
Original instructions (EN)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3351-325 t _-42Z TimeCutter ® Z Riding Mower IVlodel No, 74325mSerial No, 240000001 and Up Operator's Manual Register your product at www.Toro.com Original instructions (EN)
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parldng Brake ......additional information, contact an Authorized Service Starting and Stopping the Engine ....Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and Operating the Power Take Off (PTO) ..serial numbers of your product ready. Figure ! illustrates The Safety Interlock System ....
  • Page 3: Safety

    Safety This machine meets or exceeds the B71.1-1998 specifications of the American National Standards Institute, in effect at the time of production. However, improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions and always pay attention to the safety alert _ symbol, which means...
  • Page 4 Children Be alert, slow down and use caution when making turns. Look behind and to the side before changing Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the directions. presence of children. Children are often attracted to the Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine machine and the mowing activity.
  • Page 5: Toro Riding Mower Safety

    Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. 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 is not included in the ANSI standards.
  • Page 7: Slope Chart

    FOLD ALONG APPROPRIATE LINE THIs THIS IS A 5 ° SLOPE...
  • Page 9: Safety And Instruction Decals

    Safety and instruction 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. ® Pb ¸ Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery. Explosion hazard Wear eye protection;...
  • Page 10 106-8716 106=2224 Throttle Power take-off (PTO) 106=8743 Choke Headlights Height of cut Fast Engine--stop Continuous variable Engine--run setting 10. Engine--start Slow 11. ignition 106-8742 106-7026 Parking brake 107-7398...
  • Page 11: Gasoline And Oil

    Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (87 pump octane mininmnl). Leaded regular gasoline Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. may be used if unleaded regular is not available. Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness.
  • Page 12: Operation

    Controls Operation Become familiar with all of the controls (Fig. 3 and 4) Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine before you start the engine and operate the machine. from the normal operating position. Think Safety First Please carefully read all of the safety instructions and decals in the safety section.
  • Page 13: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    Starting and Stopping the 11,-6 Engine Starting the Engine 1. Sit down on the seat and move the motion controls to m-4268 the brake position. Figure 7 Start 2. Move the PTO (power take off) to Off (Fig. 5). ignition Stopping the Engine 2 _.___.._...
  • Page 14: The Safety Interlock System

    Disengaging the PTO Driving Forward or Backward Push the PTO switch to Off (Fig. 8). The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle control in the Fast position for best performance. Always operate in The Safety Interlock System the full throttle position.
  • Page 15: Stopping The Machine

    To stop, putt the motion control levers to neutral, Backward 1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. 2. To go backward, slowly pull the motion control levers rearward (Fig. 9). To go straight, apply equal pressure to both motion control 4-1/2 inch (114 mm) levers (Fig.
  • Page 16: Adjusting The Motion Control Levers

    Adjusting the Motion Control The machine is now able to be pushed by hand. Levers The motion control levers can be adjusted higher or lower for maximum operator comfort..\ 1. Remove the 2 bolts holding the control lever to the control arm shaft (Fig.
  • Page 17: Removing And Installing The Engine Hood

    Removing and Installing the Side Discharge Engine Hood The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf. To remove the hood, loosen the knobs and then putt the hood back and up (Fig. 15). Without the grass deflector, discharge...
  • Page 18: Tips For Mowing Grass

    If a blade is straight. This also helps disperse clippings which enhances damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine decomposition and fertilization. Toro replacement blade. Mow at Correct Intervals Normally, mow every four days. But remember, grass grows at different rates at different times.
  • Page 19: Maintenance

    aintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure interval Check the engine oil level. ® Each use Check the safety system. ® Clean the mower housing, ®...
  • Page 20: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Servicing the Engine Oil Check the oil level daily or after every 8 hours. Change the oil after the first 5 operating hours and every 50 operating hours thereafter. Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG, SH, SJ, or higher) Crankcase Capacity: 48 oz./I-l/2 N.(1400 cc/1.41) when the filteris not...
  • Page 21: Servicing The Air Cleaner

    Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. Remove the old filter and wipe the filter adapter gasket 3° 2° surface (Fig. 20). Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating Apply a thin coat of clean oil to the rubber gasket on the 3°...
  • Page 22: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Replace the foam element if it is torn worn. Cleaning the Paper Element: 1. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to remove dust and dirt. Carefiflly clean the rubber seal on the paper element to 2° prevent debris from entering the engine. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and damage 3°...
  • Page 23: Servicing The Cutting Blades

    Check the cutter blades daily for sharpness, and for any wear or damage. File down any nicks and sharpen the blades as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it inm_ediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. For m-6419 convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to Figure 23 keep extra blades on hand.
  • Page 24 (Fig. 26). Measure from a level surface to the the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. cutting edge, position A, of the blades (Fig. 26). Note Replacement blades made by other manuPacturers may this dimension.
  • Page 25: Greasing And Lubrication

    Connect a grease gun to the fitting. Pump grease into the fittings until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings. 5. Wipe up any excess grease. m-1854 Figure 28 Where to Add Grease Sharpen at original angle Lubricate the grease fittings as shown on the Check Service Reference Aid decal (Fig.
  • Page 26 terminals are corroded, clean them with a solution of four parts water and one part baking soda. Apply a light coating of grease to the battery terminals to prevent corrosion. Voltage: 12 v Removing the Battery Battery terminals or metal tools could short against metal tractor components causing sparks.
  • Page 27: Draining The Fuel Tank

    Look at the side of the battery. The electrolyte must be Check the electrolyte level; refer to Checking the up to the Upper line (Fig. 33). Do not allow the Electrolyte Level, page 26. electrolyte to fall below the Lower line (Fig. 33). Make sure that the vent caps are installed in the battery.
  • Page 28: Replacing The Fuel Filter

    Loosen the hose clamp at the fuel filter and slide it up Install a new filter and move the hose clamps close to the fuel line away from the fuel filter (Fig. 35). the filter (Fig. 35). 5. Pull the fuel line offofthe fuel filter (Fig.
  • Page 29: Adjusting The Front-To-Rear Blade Slope

    Carefillly rotate the blade(s) side to side (Fig. 37). Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Measure between the outside cutting edges and the flat Blade Slope surface (Fig. 37). If both measurements are not within 3/16 inch (5 nml), an adjustment is required; refer to Check the front-to-rear blade level any time you install the steps 6 through 8.
  • Page 30: Inspecting The Belts

    Measure from the tip of the front blade to the flat surface and the tip of the rear blade to the flat surface (Fig. 40). If the front blade tip is not 1/16-5/16 inch (1.6-7.9 ram) lower than the rear blade tip, adjust the front locknuts.
  • Page 31: Removing The Mower

    Removing the Mower 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control (PTO). The spring is under tension when installed and can cause personal injury. Move the motion control levers to the brake position, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving Be careful when removing the spring.
  • Page 32: Installing The Mower

    Note: Retain all parts for future installation. Installing the Mower Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control (PTO). Move the motion control levers to the brake position, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
  • Page 33: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    4. Lower the mower to the lowest height-of-cut. Place the spring on the rod, with end wires down, and between the grass deflector brackets. Slide rod through 5. Sit on the seat and start the engine. Engage the PTO and second grass deflector bracket and internal lock washer let the mower run for one to three minutes.
  • Page 34: Wiring Diagram

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  • Page 35: Cleaning And Storage

    Cleaning and Storage A. Run the engine to distribute the conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, stop the B. Stop the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel engine, and remove the key. tank;...
  • Page 36 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The starter does not crank. The blade control (PTO)is Move the PTO to Disengaged. engaged. 2. The motion control levers are 2. Move the motion control levers not in the brake position. to the brake position. 3.
  • Page 37 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The machine does not drive. Contact an Authorized Service The traction belts are worn, Dealer. loose, or broken. The traction belts are off of the 2. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer. pulleys. There is abnormal vibration. The engine mounting bolts are 1.
  • Page 40: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.

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