Toro TimeCutter Z4200 Operator's Manual

Toro TimeCutter Z4200 Operator's Manual

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Form No.
3358-268
Rev C
TimeCutter_ Z4200 Riding Mower
Model No. 74360--Serial
No. 270000001
and Up
G005051
Register at www.Toro.com.
Original Instructions
(EN)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3358-268 Rev C Count on it. mmmm TimeCutter_ Z4200 Riding Mower Model No. 74360--Serial No. 270000001 and Up G005051 Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2 This manual uses two other words to highlight the product properly and safely. information. Important calls attention to special You may contact Toro directly at v_-,w, vToro.com mechanical information and Note emphasizes general product and accessory information, help finding a information worthy of special attention.
  • Page 3 Controls ............. Safety Operation ..............Think Safety First ..........This machine meets or exceeds the B71.1-2003 Recommended Gasoline ........specifications of the American National Standards Chec_ng the Engine Oil Level ......Institute, in effect at the time of production. Starting the Engine ..........However, improper use or maintenance...
  • Page 4: Slope Operation

    • Neverleave a runningmachine unattended. A hvays Avoid sudden starts when mowing uphill because turn off blades, s etparing brake,stopengine, a nd the mower may tip backwards. removekeybeforedismounting. Be aware that loss of traction may occur going • Turn off blades whennot mowing.Stopthe engine downhill.
  • Page 5: Toro Riding Mower Safety

    The following list contains safety information specific to trailer with a plastic liner. Ahvays place containers Toro products or other safety information that you must that is not included in the ANSI standards. the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
  • Page 6 This is a 5° slope No Slope Example: Compare slope with folded ©...
  • Page 7: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Decals Safeb7 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. 106-8717 Read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance.
  • Page 8 112-9751 Parking brake Neutral Fast Reverse Stow 112-9802 110-6680 Height-of-cut Bypass lever, engaged Bypass lever, disengaged 110-6690 110-6823 Choke Bypass lever, engaged Bypass lever, disengaged Power take-off (PTO), Blade control switch on some models Fast Disengage Continuous variable Engage setting Stow Battery Symbols...
  • Page 9: Product Overview

    110-6825 Warning--read the Operator's Manual Warning--read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance; move the motion control levers to the park (brake) position, remove the ignition key and disconnect the spark plug wire. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, mower blade; entanglement hazard, belt--do not open or remove safety shields while engine is running.
  • Page 10: Product View

    Figure Motion control levers Gas tank cap Deflector Height of cut lever Engine Engine guard Controls Ignition Switch The ignition switch has three positions, Off, Run and Become familiar vdth all of the controls in Figure 3, Start. The key vdll turn to Start and move back to Figure 4, and Figure 5 before you start the engine and Run upon release.
  • Page 11: Operation

    Operation reverse; wheel speed is proportional amount lever is moved. Moving the control levers outward from the center position engages the paring brake and allows Note: Determine the left and right sides of the the operator to exit the machine (Figure 13). Always machine from the normal operating...
  • Page 12 Recommended Gasoline Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable In certain conditions during fueling, static automotive use (87 pump octane minimum). Leaded electricity be released causing a spark regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not which can ignite the gasoline vapors.
  • Page 13: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner to the gas. Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh gasoline. To minimize the chance of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel stabilizer at all times. Gasoline/Alcohol blends Gasohol (up to 10 percent ethyl alcohol, 90 percent...
  • Page 14: Operating The Blades

    G005057 G005058 Figure Control panel Ignition key--run position -41b---6 Ignition key--start position Start Figure starts, After the engine move the throttle lever Control panel Fast Fast (Figure 10). If the engine stalls or hesitates, Throttle/choke Continuous variable move the throttle lever back to Choke for a few lever--choke position setting...
  • Page 15: Disengaging The Blades

    The Safety Interlock System If safety interlock switches are disconnected or damaged the machine could operate unexpectedly causing personal injury. • Do not tamper with the interlock switches. G005059 • Check the operation of the interlock switches daily and replace any damaged switches before...
  • 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 (Figure 13). The throttle control regulates the engine speed The farther you move the motion control levers in measured in rpm (revolutions per minute).
  • Page 17: Adjusting The Motion Control Levers

    Adjusting the Motion Control Levers 4-1/2 in (115 mm) Adjusting the Height 4 in (102 mm) The motion control levers can be adjusted higher or 3-1/2 in (89 mm) lower for maximum operator comfort. 3 in (76 mm) 1. Remove the 2 bolts holding the control lever to the...
  • Page 18: Operating Tips

    To Push the Machine 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control svdtch. Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or complete grass catcher assembly mounted 2. Move the motion control levers outward to park in place, you and others are exposed to blade...
  • Page 19: Cutting Speed

    If enhances decomposition and fertilization. a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. Mow at Correct Intervals Normal13, mow every four days. But remember, grass grows at different rates at different times.
  • Page 20: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the m;_chine from the norm;_l 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 21: Premaintenance Procedures

    Lubrication Premaintenance Procedures Greasing the Bearings Raising the Seat Service Interval: Every 25 hours--Grease lubrication points. Make sure the motion control levers are locked in the Grease Type: No. 2 General Purpose Lithium Base park position. Lift the seat forward and lower it to the Grease floor board.
  • Page 22: Servicing The Air Cleaner

    Engine Maintenance Connect a grease gun to each fitting (Figure 19 and Figure 20). Pump grease into the fittings until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings. Servicing the Air Cleaner 5. Wipe up any excess grease. Service Interval: Before each use or dail3_Check air cleaner for dirb, loose or damaged parts.
  • Page 23: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Replace a dirt), bent, or damaged element. Handle new elements carefully; do not use if the rubber seal is damaged. Clean all air cleaner components of any accumulated dirt or foreign material. Prevent any dirt from entering the carburetor. Install the air cleaner element with the pleated...
  • Page 24: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly 11. Apply a thin film of clean oil to the rubber gasket on the new filter. lower than the opposite side to assure the oil drains completel 12. Install the replacement oil filter to the mounting pad. Turn the oil filter clockwise until the rubber gasket Disengage the blade control...
  • Page 25: Cleaning The Blower Housing

    Note: Due to the deep recess around the spark 2. Tighten the spark plug to 30 ft-lb (41 N-m). plug, blowing out the cavi g with compressed 3. Push the wire onto the spark plug (Figure 26). is usually the most effective method for cleaning. The spark plug is most accessible when the blower Cleaning the Blower Housing housing is removed for cleaning.
  • Page 26: Fuel System Maintenance

    Fuel System Maintenance In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn others and can damage property. • Perform any fuel related maintenance when the engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an G005071 open...
  • Page 27: Charging The Battery

    Electrical System Maintenance Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the machine and cables causing sparks. Sparks cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. CALIFORNIA • Always disconnect the negative (black) Proposition 65 Warning battery cable before disconnecting Battery posts, terminals,...
  • Page 28: Installing Battery

    G005073 G000538 Figure 30 Positive battery post Red (+) charger lead Negative battery post Black (-) charger lead Note: Do not run the machine with the battery disconnected, electrical damage may occur. Figure 31 Main-30 amp Charge circuit-25 amp Installing the Battery 1.
  • Page 29: Mower Maintenance

    If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately vdth a genuine Toro replacement Rear Tires: 13 psi (90 kPa) blade. For convenient sharpening and replacement, may want to keep extra blades on hand.
  • Page 30: Checking For Bent Blades

    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 G000550...
  • Page 31: Installing The Blades

    G000541 G000553 Figure 37 Blade Balancer Installing the Blades 1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Figure 35). Important: curved part of the blade must Figure 38 be pointing upward toward the inside of the Blades side to side Measure here Outside cutting edges mower...
  • Page 32: Adjusting The Front-To-Rear Blade Slope

    Measure from the tip of the front blade to the flat surface and the tip of the rear blade to the flat surface (Figure 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 locM_ut.
  • Page 33: Replacing Mower Belt

    is 1/16-5/16 inch (1.6-7.9 mm) lower than the rear blade tip (Figure 40). 10. When the front-to-rear blade slope is correct check the side-to-side level of the mower again; refer to Leveling the Mower from Side-to-Side. Removing the Mower 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch.
  • Page 34: Installing The Mower

    Replacing the Grass Deflector spring is under tension when installed can cause personal injury. An uncovered discharge opening could allow Be careful when removing the belt. the lawn mower to throw objects in the operator's or bystander's direction and result in serious injury.
  • Page 35: Washing The Underside Of The Mower

    Cleaning Washing the Underside of the Mower Service Interval: Before each use or daily--Clean mower housing. Wash the underside of the mower to prevent grass buildup for improved mulch action and clipping dispersal. 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch.
  • Page 36: Cleaning And Storage

    Storage Note: If the mower is not clean after one washing, soak it and let it stand for 30 minutes. Then repeat the process. Cleaning and Storage Run the mower again for one to three minutes 1. Disengage the blade control switch, move the...
  • Page 37 Important: Do not store stabilizer/conditioned gasoline over 30 days. 11. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its condition; refer to Servicing the Spark Plug in Engine Maintenance, page 22. With the spark plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two tablespoons engine oil into the spark plug hole.
  • Page 38: 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. Remove the obstruction from the 3.
  • Page 39 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 40: Electrical Diagram

    Schematics (IGNITION) KEY SWITCH PN 88-9830 WIRE COLOR CODES _)_T_ _GND_ BLACK _pK 4 PINK _BN 4 BROWN _R 4 _BU 4 BLUE _T 4 _GN _ GREEN _Vt_ I VIOLET I-.Y.--I [--_-I _ TERMINAL ViEW FROM _Gy_ GREY WHITE ='OR'= ORANGE YELLOW...
  • Page 41 California Evaporative Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations Introduction The California Air Resources Board and The Toro ® Company are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system's warranty on your 2007 model year equipment. In California, new equipment...
  • Page 42 Dealer's analysis or with the assistance provided, contact us at: The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promise to Customer Care Department, Consumer Division repair any Toro Product used for normal residential purposes*...

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