Toro 74325 Owner’s Manual

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TimeCutter ® Z with Side Discharge Mower

IVlodel No, 74325mSerial No, 230000001 and Up

Operator's Manual

Domestic English (EN)

CALIFORNIA

Proposition 65 Warning

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause

cancel', birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

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 this engine

on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws.

This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.

Ce systbme d'allumage par dtincetle de vdhicute est confonne g la nonne NMB-002 du Canada.

The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is supplied for information regarding The U.S. Environmental

Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance and warranty.

Keep this engine Owner's Manual with your unit. Should this engine Owner's Manual become damaged

or illegible, replace immediately. Replacements may be ordered through the engine manufacturer.

Contents

Page

Introduction ................................ 2

Safety ..................................... 3

Safe Operating Practices .................... 3

Toro Riding Mower Safety .................. 5

Slope Chart .............................. 7

Safety and Instruction Decals ................ 9

Gasoline and Oil ............................. 11

Reconm_ended Gasoline .................... 11

Using Stabilizer/Conditioner ................ 11

Filling the Fuel Tank ...................... 11

Checking the Engine Oil Level .............. 11

Operation .................................. 12

Think Safety First ......................... 12

Controls ................................ 12

Parldng Brake ............................ 12

Starting and Stopping the Engine ............. 13

Operating the Power Take Off (PTO) .......... 13

The Safety Interlock System ................ 14

Page

Testing the Safety Interlock System ........... 14

Driving Forward or Backward ............... 14

Stopping the Machine ...................... 15

Adjusting the Height of Cut ................. 15

Positioning the Seat ....................... 15

Adjusting the Motion Control Levers .......... 16

Pushing the Machine by Hand ............... 16

Adjusting the Footrest ..................... 16

Removing and Installing the Engine Hood ..... 17

Side Discharge ........................... 17

Tips for Mowing Grass ..................... 18

Maintenance ................................ 19

Recommended Maintenance Schedule ......... 19

Servicing the Engine Oil ................... 20

Servicing the Air Cleaner ................... 21

Servicing the Spark Plug ................... 22

Servicing the Cutting Blades ................ 23

Greasing and Lubrication ................... 25

Servicing the Battery ...................... 25

Draining the Fuel Tank ..................... 27

Replacing the Fuel Filter ................... 28

Checking the Tire Pressure .................. 28

Leveling the Mower from Side-to-Side ........ 28

Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope ....... 29

Inspecting the Belts ....................... 30

Replacing the Mower Belt .................. 30

Removing the Mower ...................... 31

Installing the Mower ...................... 32

Fuse ................................... 32

Washing the Underside of the Mower ......... 32

Replacing the Grass Deflector ............... 33

Wiring Diagram .......................... 34

Cleaning and Storage ...................... 35

Troubleshooting ............................. 35

The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee ............. 40

Introduction

Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly. The information in this

manual can help you and others avoid iniury and product damage. Although Toro designs and produces safe products, you are responsible for operating the product properly and safely.

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 1illustrates the location of the model and serial numbers on the

product.

Printed in the USA

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 CAUTION, WARNING, or DANGER--"personal

safety instruction." Failure to comply with the instruction may result in personal injury or death.

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Figure 1

1. Model and serial number plate

Write the product model and serial numbers in the space below:

Model No.

Serial No.

This manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that help you and others avoid personal injury and even death. Danger, _wning, and Caution are signal words used to identify the level of hazard. However, regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.

Danger signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the reconmlended precautions.

Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious iniury or

death if you do not follow the reconmlended 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.

calls attention to special mechanical

information and Note: emphasizes general information worthy of special attention.

Safe Operating Practices

The following instructions are from ANSI standard B71.1--1998.

This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death.

General Operation

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the operator's manual and on the machine before starting.

Allow only responsible adults who are familiar with the

instructions to operate the machine. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,

which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing.

Stop the machine if anyone enters the area.

Never carry passengers.

Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

Be alert, slow down and use caution when making turns. Look behind and to the side before changing

directions.

Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove

key before dismounting.

Turn off blades when not mowing.

Stop the engine before removing the grass catcher or

unclogging the chute.

Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

Be alert, slow down and use caution when making turns. Look behind and to the side before changing

directions. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine

into a trailer or truck.

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating mower.

Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury.

Slope Operation

Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.

Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, steep banks or water. Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death or drowning.

Do not mow slopes when grass is wet. Slippery conditions reduce traction and could cause sliding and

loss of control.

Children

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

,, Keep children out of the mowing area and under the

watchful care of another responsible adult.

* Be alert and turn the machine off if children enter the

area.

Before and while backing or changing direction, look

behind, down, and side-to-side for small children.

Never carry children, even with the blades off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

Children who have been given rides in the past may

suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride

and be run over or backed over by the mower.

Never allow children to operate the machine.

Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, the end of a fence or other objects that may

obscure vision.

Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes.

Do not make sudden turns or rapid speed changes.

Use a walk behind mower and/or a hand trimmer near drop-offs, ditches, steep banks or water.

Remove or mark obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. from the mowing area. Tall grass can hide

obstacles.

Watch for ditches, holes, rocks, dips, and rises that change the operating angle, as rough terrain could

overturn the machine.

Avoid sudden starts when mowing uphill because the mower may tip backwards.

Be aware that loss of traction may occur going downhill. Weight transfer to the front wheels may cause drive wheels to slip and cause loss of braking and steering.

Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly off the slope.

Use extreme care with grass catchers or other attachinents. These can change the stability of the

machine and cause loss of control.

Service

Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flanmmble and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove the gas cap or add fuel when the

engine is running. Allow the engine to coot before refueling. Do not smoke.

C. Never refuel the machine indoors.

D. Never store the machine or fuel container inside

where there is an open flame, such as near a water heater or furnace.

Never run a machine inside a closed area.

Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade

attachment bolts. Keep equipment in good condition.

Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

Keep the machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris

build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow the

machine to coot before storing.

Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.

Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage

and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check

components and replace with manufacturer's

recommended parts, when necessary.

Mowerbladesare 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.

Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless, deadly poison that can kill you. Do not run engine indoors or in an enclosed area.

Stop the engine, disconnect spark plug wire(s) and remove key before perforlning any service, repairs,

maintenance or adjustlnents.

Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn

off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove the ignition key before dismounting.

Keep hands, feet, hair, and loose clothing away from attaclmlent discharge area, underside of mower and any moving parts while engine is running.

Do not touch equiplnent or attachlnent parts which may be hot from operation. Allow to coot before attempting to maintain, adjust or service.

Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Protect your face,

eyes, and clothing when working with a battery. Battery gases Callexplode. Keep cigarettes, sparks and

flames away from battery. Use only Toro approved attaclmlents. Warranty may be

voided if used with unapproved attachments. If loading the machine onto a trailer or truck, use a

single, full-width ramp only. The ramp angle should not exceed 15 degrees.

Slope Chart

ALIGN THIS EDGE WITH A VERTICAL SURFACE

_REE, BUiLDiNG, FENCEPOST, POLE ETC.)

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.

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79=3140 106=2223

93=1122

106=2224

1. Throttle

2. Choke

3. Fast

4. Continuous variable setting

5. Slow

Power take-off (PTO)

Headlights

8. Engine--stop

9. Engine--run

10. Engine--start

11. ignition

1. Parking brake

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1. Height of cut

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Gasoline and Oil

Recommended Gasoline

Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (87 pump octane mininmnl). Leaded regular gasoline

may be used if unleaded regular is not available.

Never use methanol, gasoline containing

methanol, or gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol because the fuel wstem could be damaged. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious

injury and illness.

* Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. * Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank or

conditioner opening.

* Keep gas away from eyes and skin.

In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property.

* Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area,

when the engine is cold. Wipe up any gasoline that spills.

* Never fill the fuel tank inside an enclosed trailer. * Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Add

gasoline to the fuel tank until the level is 1/4 to

112 inch (6 to 13 ram) below the bottom of the

filler neck. This empty space in the tank allows gasoline to expand.

* Never smoke when handling gasoline, and stay

away from an open flame or where gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark.

* Store gasoline in an approved container and

keep it out of the reach of children. Never buy more than a 30-day supply of gasoline.

* Always place gasoline containers on the ground

away from your vehicle before filling.

* Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle or

on a truck or trailer bed because interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners may insulate

the container and slow the loss of any static charge.

* When practical, remove gas-powered

equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel the equipment with its wheels on the ground.

* If this is not possible, then refuel such

equipment on a truck or trailer from a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser

nozzle.

* If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be used, keep

the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until

fueling is complete.

Using StabilizerlConditioner

Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to provide the following benefits:

Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days or less. For longer storage it is recommended that the fuel tank

be drained.

Cleans the engine while it runs

Eliminates gun>like varnish buildup in the fuel system, which causes hard starting

Do not use fuel additives containing

methanol or ethanol.

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.

Filling the Fuel Tank

Shut the engine off and set the parking brake.

Clean around the fuel tank cap and remove the cap (Fig. 4). Add unleaded regular gasoline to the fuel tank

until the level is 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6 to 13 ram) below the

bottom of the filler neck. This space in the tank allows gasoline to expand. Do not fill the fuel tank completely

full.

3. Install the fuel tank cap securely (Fig. 4). Wipe up any

gasoline that may have spilled.

Checking the Engine Oil Level

Before you start the engine and use the machine, check the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking the Oil Level, page 20.

Operation

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.

Think Safety First

Please carefully read all of the safety instructions and decals in the safety section. Knowing this information could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury.

Mowing on wet grass or steep slopes can cause sliding and loss of control.

Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death or

drowning.

To avoid loss of control and possibility of rollover:

* Do not mow near drop-offs or near water. * Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. * Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes. + Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes.

Controls

Become familiar with all of the controls (Fig. 3 and 4) before you start the engine and operate the machine.

3 .........................................................................

Figure 3

1. ignition switch

2. Throttle/Choke lever

3. Power take off (PTO)

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Safe Zone--use the 3. Timecutter here

Use walk behind mower and/or hand trimmer near

drop-offs and water.

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Figure 2

Water

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Figure 4

1. Motion control lever

2. Height-of-cut lever

3. Fuel tank cap

Parking Brake

The parking brake is automatically set when the motion control levers are in the brake position (Fig. 9).

Always position the motion control levers into the brake position when you stop the machine or leave it unattended.

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