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- Page 1 Form No. 3350–165 18-44 ZX TimeCutter ZX Riding Mower Model No. 74602—Serial No. 240000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Original Instructions (EN) Register your product at www.Toro.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
......Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and Starting and Stopping the Engine . -
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: Slope Operation
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 directions. the presence of children. Children are often attracted to Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine the 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
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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. 93-1122 1-633354 1. Fast 3. Neutral 2. Slow 4. Reverse 98-3798 106-0699 104-8008... - Page 10 99-3943 104-8009 1. Engine 1. Throttle 7. Off 2. Choke 8. Headlights 3. Fast 9. Engine—stop 4. Continuous variable 10. Engine—run setting 11. Engine—start 5. Slow 12. Ignition 6. On 104-3641 1. Height of cut 104-8032 1. Height of cut...
- Page 11 Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery. 1. Explosion hazard 7. Wear eye protection; explosive gases can 2. No fire, open flames, or cause blindness and other smoking. injuries 3. Caustic liquid/chemical 107-2473 8. Battery acid can cause burn hazard blindness or severe burns.
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Page 12: Gasoline And Oil
Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Warning Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (87 pump octane minimum). Leaded Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not Long–term exposure to vapors can cause serious available. -
Page 13: 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 14: Parking Brake
Parking Brake 3. Move the PTO (power take off) to Off (Fig. 6). Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. Setting the Parking Brake 1. Move the motion control levers (Fig. 4) out to the neutral lock position. -
Page 15: Operating The Power Take Off (Pto)
Stopping The Safety Interlock System 1. Move the throttle lever to Fast (Fig. 7). Caution 2. Move the PTO to Off (Fig. 6). 3. Turn the ignition key to Off (Fig. 8). If safety interlock switches are disconnected or damaged the machine could operate unexpectedly 4. -
Page 16: Driving Forward Or Backward
Driving Forward or Backward To turn, release pressure on the motion control lever toward the direction you want to turn (Fig. 10). The throttle control regulates the engine speed as The farther you move the traction control levers in either measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). -
Page 17: Adjusting The Anti-Scalp Rollers
3. Select the hole in the height-of-cut bracket 3. Select a hole so that the gage wheel is positioned to corresponding to the height-of-cut desired, and insert the nearest corresponding height-of-cut desired the clevis pin (Fig. 11). (Fig. 12). 4. Secure the clevis pin with the hairpin cotter (Fig. 11). 4. -
Page 18: Adjusting The Motion Control Levers
Adjusting the Motion Control 3. Disengage the parking brake to push the machine. Levers The motion control levers can be adjusted higher or lower for maximum operator comfort. 1. Remove the 2 screws and curved washers holding the control lever to the control arm shaft (Fig. 14). 2. -
Page 19: Tips For Mowing Grass
This also helps disperse clippings which enhances blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a decomposition and fertilization. genuine Toro replacement blade. Mow at Correct Intervals Normally, mow every four days. But remember, grass grows at different rates at different times. So to maintain the same cutting height, which is a good practice, mow more often in early spring. -
Page 20: Maintenance
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval After first use Change the engine oil. Check the engine oil level. Check the safety system. Each use Clean the mower housing. -
Page 21: 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. -
Page 22: Servicing The Air Cleaner
1256 Figure 19 m–6438 1. Oil filter 3. Adapter Figure 18 2. Gasket 1. Oil drain valve 2. Oil drain tube 4. Install the replacement oil filter to the filter adapter. Turn the oil filter clockwise until the rubber gasket 9. -
Page 23: Servicing The Spark Plug
Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements Foam Element: 1. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm water. When the element is clean, rinse it thoroughly. 2. Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth. Do not oil the element. Important Replace the foam element if it is torn or worn. -
Page 24: Cutting Blades
File down any nicks and sharpen the blades as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to keep extra blades on hand. -
Page 25: Removing The Blades
1. Stop the engine, set the parking brake, remove the key, optimum performance and continued safety conformance and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the spark of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. plug(s). Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may 2. -
Page 26: Greasing And Lubrication
2. Check the balance of the blade by putting it on a blade balancer (Fig. 29). If the blade stays in a horizontal position, the blade is balanced and can be used. If the blade is not balanced, file some metal off the end of the sail area only (Fig. -
Page 27: Servicing The Battery
Servicing the Battery Warning Warning Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the tractor and cables causing sparks. Sparks can CALIFORNIA cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. Proposition 65 Warning Always disconnect the negative (black) battery Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories cable before disconnecting the positive (red) contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals cable. -
Page 28: Charging The Battery
5. Slide the red terminal boot onto the positive (red) 2. Clean the top of the battery with a paper towel. battery post. 3. Remove the vent caps from the battery (Fig. 33). 6. Secure the battery with the hold-down (Fig. 32). 4. -
Page 29: Draining The Fuel Tank
Note: Do not run the tractor with the battery disconnected, 6. Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter. Slide the hose electrical damage may occur. clamp close to the fuel filter to secure the fuel line (Fig. 35). Draining the Fuel Tank Replacing the Fuel Filter Danger Replace the fuel filter after every 100 operating hours or... -
Page 30: Leveling The Mower From Side-To-Side
Leveling the Mower from and install the washer and hairpin cotter. (Fig. 38). A front hole lowers the blade height and a rear hole Side-to-Side raises its height. Adjust both sides as required. The mower blades must be level from side to side. Check the side-to-side level any time you install the mower or when you see an uneven cut on your lawn. - Page 31 11-1/2 inch (29.2 cm) m–5178 m–5177 Figure 41 Figure 39 1. Front trunion rod yoke 3. Jam nut 1. Rear trunion rod 3. Jam nut 2. Hairpin cotter 2. Clevis pin and cotter pin 4. Yoke 8. Rotate the yokes on the rods to change the adjustment 5.
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Page 32: Inspecting The Belts
Inspecting the Belts Note: Check to ensure that the length of exposed thread on the spring eye bolt is 1/8 inch (3 mm) (Fig. 42). Inspect all belts every 100 hours. 7. Install the belt covers over the outside spindles. Check the belts for cracks, frayed edges, burn marks, or any other damage. -
Page 33: Installing The Mower
Fuse 4. Remove the hairpin cotter and washer from the rear trunion rod (Fig. 45) on each side of the mower. The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires no 5. Remove the hairpin cotter and washer at the mower maintenance;... -
Page 34: Replacing The Grass Deflector
Replacing the Grass Deflector Warning An uncovered discharge opening could allow the lawn mower to throw objects in the operator’s or bystander’s direction and result in serious injury. Also, contact with the blade could occur. Never operate the lawn mower unless you install a cover plate, a mulch plate, or a grass chute and catcher. -
Page 35: Wiring Diagram
Wiring Diagram... -
Page 36: Cleaning And Storage
Cleaning and Storage A. Run the engine to distribute the conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). 1. 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. - Page 37 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The starter does not crank. 6. The blade control (PTO) is 6. Move the PTO to Disengaged. engaged. 7. The parking brake is not on. 7. Set the parking brake. 8. The operator is not seated. 8.
- Page 38 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The machine does not drive. 1. The traction belt is worn, loose, 1. Contact an Authorized Service or broken. Dealer. 2. The traction belt is off of the 2. Contact an Authorized Service pulley. Dealer. There is abnormal vibration.
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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.