BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE
KOHLER ENGINE
KAWASAKI ENGINE
BRIGGS & STRATTON AIR CLEANER
KOHLER AIR CLEANER
KAWASAKI AIR CLEANER
SPARK PLUG
ENGINE REMOVE AND REPLACE
TRANSAXLE
TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST
FLUIDS
REMOVE AND REPLACE TRANSAXLE
REASSEMBLY
CONTROL HANDLE-RETURN TO NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT
PURGING THE SYSTEM
NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT
TRACKING ADJUSTMENT
CONTROL HANDLE ADJUSTMENT
CHASSIS
REMOVE AND REPLACE DAMPERS
REMOVE AND REPLACE CONTROL LINKAGE
REPLACE CONTROL LINKAGE
REMOVE AND REPLACE BRAKE LINKAGE
REPLACE BRAKE LINKAGE
PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
REPLACE TRACTION BELT
TORO TIMECUTTER Z SERVICE MANUAL
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MOWER DECKS: 44” AND 52” DECK ASSEMBLIES
BELT REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
MOWER DECK REMOVE AND REPLACE
MOWER DECK SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT
MOWER DECK FRONT TO REAR ADJUSTMENT
SPINDLE BEARING REPLACEMENT
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
INTERLOCK COMPONENTS
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
ELECTRIC CLUTCH
ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS
BRIGGS & STRATTON
KAWASAKI
KOHLER
TimeCutter® Z
TimeCutter® ZX
Service Manual
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This service manual was written expressly for Toro service technician. The Toro Company has made every effort
to make the information in this manual complete and correct.
Basic mechanical/electrical skills are assumed. The Table of Contents lists the systems and the related topics
covered in this manual.
For additional information on the electrical system, please refer to the Toro Electrical Demystification Guide (492-
4404). For information on the hydrostatic drive units, refer to the Integrated Zero-Turn Transaxle Service and
Repair Manual (492-4737). For information specific to the engines used on this unit, refer to the appropriate
engine manufacturer’s service and repair instructions.
We are hopeful that you will find this manual a valuable addition to your service shop. If you have any questions or
comments regarding this manual, please contact us at the following address:
The Toro Company
Consumer Service Training Department
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
The Toro Company reserves the right to change product specifications or this manual without notice.
The automatic transmission and transaxle are sophisticated pieces of machinery. Maintain strict cleanliness
control during all stages of service and repair. Cover or cap all hose ends and fittings whenever they are exposed.
Even a small amount of dirt or other contamination can severely damage the system.
This symbol means WARNING or
PERSONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTION
- read the instruction because it has to
do with your safety. Failure to comply
with the instruction may result in
personal injury or even death.
This manual is intended as a service and repair manual
only. The safety instructions provided herein are for
troubleshooting, service, and repair of the TimeCutter Z
zero radius tractor. The TimeCutter Z zero radius
THINK SAFETY FIRST
Avoid unexpected starting of engine...
Always turn off the engine and disconnect the spark
plug wire(s) before cleaning, adjusting, or repair.
Avoid lacerations and amputations...
Stay clear of all moving parts whenever the engine is
running. Treat all normally moving parts as if they were
moving whenever the engine is running or has the
potential to start.
tractor and attachment operator’s manuals contain
safety information and operating tips for safe operating
practices. Operator’s manuals are available through
your Toro parts source or:
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The Toro Company
Publications Department
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Avoid injury from batteries...
Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Battery gases can
explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away
from the battery.
Avoid injury due to inferior parts...
Use only original equipment parts to ensure that
important safety criteria are met.
Avoid burns...
Do not touch the engine, muffler, or other components
which may increase in temperature during operation,
while the unit is running or shortly after it has been
running.
Avoid fires and explosions...
Avoid spilling fuel and never smoke while working with
any type of fuel or lubricant. Wipe up any spilled fuel or
oil immediately. Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel
when the engine is running. Always use approved,
labeled containers for storing or transporting fuel and
lubricants.
Avoid asphyxiation...
Never operate an engine in a confined area without
proper ventilation.
Avoid injury to bystanders...
Always clear the area of bystanders before starting or
testing powered equipment.
Avoid injury due to projectiles...
Always clear the area of sticks, rocks, or any other
debris that could be picked up and thrown by the
powered equipment.
Avoid modifications...
Never alter or modify any part unless it is a factory
approved procedure.
Avoid unsafe operation...
Always test the safety interlock system after making
adjustments or repairs on the machine. Refer to the
Electrical section in this manual for more information.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications
ENGINE:
High Idle 3400 ± 100 RPM3400 ± 100 RPM
Low Idle 1400 RPM1400 RPM
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FUEL SYSTEM:
TRACTION SYSTEM:
Manufacturer Briggs & StrattonKohler
Horsepower (kW) 16.5 HP (12.3kW) @ 3600 RPM17 HP (12.7 kW) @ 3600 RPM
Capacity 5 Gallon (18.9 L)5 Gallon (18.9 L)
Transaxles Twin Hydro-Gear IZT Hydrostatic
Transaxle Drive Belt drive with self-tensioning systemBelt drive with self-tensioning system
Z16-44Z17-44
Fuel Unleaded Gasoline 87 octane min.Unleaded Gasoline 87 octane min.
Twin Hydro-Gear IZT Hydrostatic
Transaxles
Transaxles
Ground Speed Infinite, 0 to 6.5 MPH (10.5-km/hr) forward
0 to 3.4 MPH (5.5-km/hr) reverse
TIRES:
Rear Drive Tires 18x10-8 4 ply with “Multitrac CS” Tread18x10-8 4 ply with “Multitrac CS” Tread
Front Caster Tires 410/350 x 4 - 4.25 IS with “sawtooth” tread 410/350 x 4 - 4.25 IS with “sawtooth” tread
blade mid-mounted rotary. Drawn 13
gauge steel with welded mounting
brackets and gauge wheel brackets.
Frame supported.
Right side discharge, 44 in. cut, three
blade mid-mounted rotary. Drawn 13
gauge steel with welded mounting
brackets and gauge wheel brackets.
Frame supported.
Fuel System:Single fuel tank fender type mounted on
the left side.
Capacity5 Gallons (18.9 L)
Fuel tank shut off
In-line fuel fi lter
Traction System:
TransaxlesTwin Hydro-Gear IZT Hydrostatic
Transaxles
Transaxle DriveBelt Drive with self-tensioning systemBelt Drive with self-tensioning system
Ground speed forwardInfi nite, 0 to 6.5-MPH (10.5-km/hr)Infi nite, 0 to 6.5-MPH (10.5-km/hr)
Ground speed reverse0 to 3.4-MPH (5.5-km/hr)0 to 3.4-MPH (5.5-km/hr)
Transport rodsAllows unit to be moved without engine
running.
Attachment Drive:
ClutchElectricElectric
TypeVertical Drive with Single Deep B-Groove
Pulley
Single fuel tank fender type mounted on
the left side.
5 Gallons (18.9 L)
Fuel tank shut off
In-line fuel fi lter
Twin Hydro-Gear IZT Hydrostatic
Transaxles
Allows unit to be moved without engine
running.
Vertical Drive with Single Deep B-Groove
Pulley
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SPECIFICATIONS
Specifi cations cont.
ZX 17K-44ZX 17-44
Tires:
Rear Drive Tires18x10-8 4 ply with “Multitrac CS” Tread18x10-8 4 ply with “Multitrac CS” Tread
Front Castor Tires410/350x4 - 4.25 IS with “sawtooth” tread 410/350x4 - 4.25 IS with “sawtooth” tread
Tire Pressure13 psi (90kPa) rear, 35 psi (241kPa) front 13 psi (90kPa) rear, 35 psi (241kPa) front
Electrical System:
Battery voltage12 volt negative ground.12 volt negative ground.
Fused(1) 30 amp blade type main.
(1) 25 amp blade type charge system.
(1) 10 amp included with optional light kit.
Dimensions:
Wheel Base52.1” (132.3cm) center of castor wheel to
blade mid-mounted rotary. Drawn 12
gauge steel with welded mounting
brackets and gauge wheel brackets.
Frame supported.
Right side discharge, 52 in. cut, three
blade mid-mounted rotary. Drawn 12
gauge steel with welded mounting
brackets and gauge wheel brackets.
Frame supported.
Fuel System:Single fuel tank fender type mounted on
the left side.
Capacity5 Gallons (18.9 L)
Fuel tank shut off
In-line fuel fi lter
Traction System:
TransaxlesTwin Hydro-Gear IZT Hydrostatic
Transaxles
Transaxle DriveBelt Drive with self-tensioning systemBelt Drive with self-tensioning system
Ground speed forwardInfi nite, 0 to 6.5-MPH (10.5-km/hr)Infi nite, 0 to 6.5-MPH (10.5-km/hr)
Ground speed reverse0 to 3.4-MPH (5.5-km/hr)0 to 3.4-MPH (5.5-km/hr)
Transport rodsAllows unit to be moved without engine
running.
Attachment Drive:
ClutchElectricElectric
TypeVertical Drive with Single Deep B-Groove
Pulley
Single fuel tank fender type mounted on
the left side.
5 Gallons (18.9 L)
Fuel tank shut off
In-line fuel fi lter
Twin Hydro-Gear IZT Hydrostatic
Transaxles
Allows unit to be moved without engine
running.
Vertical Drive with Single Deep B-Groove
Pulley
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SPECIFICATIONS
Specifi cations cont.
ZX 17-52ZX 18-52
Tires:
Rear Drive Tires18x10-8 4 ply with “Multitrac CS” Tread18x10-10.5 4 ply with “Multitrac CS”
Tread
Front Castor Tires410/350x4 - 4.25 IS with “sawtooth” tread 410/350x4 - 4.25 IS with “sawtooth” tread
Tire Pressure13 psi (90kPa) rear, 35 psi (241kPa) front 13 psi (90kPa) rear, 35 psi (241kPa) front
Electrical System:
Battery voltage12 volt negative ground.12 volt negative ground.
Fused(1) 30 amp blade type main.
(1) 25 amp blade type charge system.
(1) 10 amp included with optional light kit.
Dimensions:
Wheel Base52.1” (132.3cm) center of castor wheel to
mid-mounted rotary. Drawn 12 gauge
steel with welded mounting brackets and
gauge wheel brackets. Frame supported.
Right side discharge, 52” cut, three blade
mid-mounted rotary. Drawn 12 gauge
steel with welded mounting brackets and
gauge wheel brackets. Frame supported.
Fuel System:Single fuel tank fender type mounted on
the left side.
Capacity5 Gallons (18.9 L)
Fuel tank shut off
In-line fuel fi lter
Traction System:
TransaxlesTwin Hydro-Gear IZT Hydrostatic
Transaxles
Transaxle DriveBelt Drive with self-tensioning systemBelt Drive with self-tensioning system
Ground speed forwardInfi nite, 0 to 6.5-MPH (10.5-km/hr)Infi nite, 0 to 6.5-MPH (10.5-km/hr)
Ground speed reverse0 to 3.4-MPH (5.5-km/hr)0 to 3.4-MPH (5.5-km/hr)
Transport rodsAllows unit to be moved without engine
running.
Attachment Drive:
ClutchElectricElectric
TypeVertical Drive with Single Deep B-Groove
Pulley
Single fuel tank fender type mounted on
the left side.
5 Gallons (18.9 L)
Fuel tank shut off
In-line fuel fi lter
Twin Hydro-Gear IZT Hydrostatic
Transaxles
Allows unit to be moved without engine
running.
Vertical Drive with Single Deep B-Groove
Pulley
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SPECIFICATIONS
Specifi cations cont.
ZX 18-52ZX 19-52
Tires:
Rear Drive Tires18x10.5-10 4 ply with “Multitrac CS”
Tread
Front Castor Tires410/350x4 with “sawtooth” tread410/350x4 with “sawtooth” tread
Tire Pressure13 psi (90kPa) rear, 35 psi (241kPa) front 13 psi (90kPa) rear, 35 psi (241kPa) front
Electrical System:
Battery voltage12 volt negative ground.12 volt negative ground.
Fused(1) 30 amp blade type main.
(1) 25 amp blade type charge system.
(1) 10 amp included with optional light kit.
Dimensions:
Wheel Base52.1” (132.3cm) center of castor wheel to
mid-mounted rotary. Drawn 13 gauge
steel with welded mounting brackets and
gauge wheel brackets. Frame supported.
Right side discharge, 44” cut, three blade
mid-mounted rotary. Drawn 13 gauge
steel with welded mounting brackets and
gauge wheel brackets. Frame supported.
Fuel System:Single fuel tank fender type mounted on
the left side.
Capacity5 Gallons (18.9 L)
Fuel tank shut off
In-line fuel fi lter
Traction System:
TransaxlesTwin Hydro-Gear IZT Hydrostatic
Transaxles
Transaxle DriveBelt Drive with self-tensioning systemBelt Drive with self-tensioning system
Ground speed forwardInfi nite, 0 to 6.5-MPH (10.5-km/hr)Infi nite, 0 to 7.0-MPH (11.3-km/hr)
Ground speed reverse0 to 3.4-MPH (5.5-km/hr)0 to 3.4-MPH (5.5-km/hr)
Transport rodsAllows unit to be moved without engine
running.
Attachment Drive:
ClutchElectricElectric
TypeVertical Drive with Single Deep B-Groove
Pulley
Single fuel tank fender type mounted on
the left side.
5 Gallons (18.9 L)
Fuel tank shut off
In-line fuel fi lter
blade mid-mounted rotary. Drawn 12
gauge steel deck with gauge reinforced
plate and welded mounting brackets and
gauge.
Right side discharge, 44” cut, three blade
mid-mounted rotary. Drawn 12 gauge
steel with welded mounting brackets and
gauge wheel brackets. Frame supported.
Fuel System:Single fuel tank fender type mounted on
the left side.
Capacity5 Gallons (18.9 L)
Fuel tank shut off
In-line fuel fi lter
Traction System:
TransaxlesTwin Hydro-Gear IZT Hydrostatic Trans-
axles with charge pumps & shock valves.
Transaxle DriveBelt Drive with self-tensioning systemBelt Drive with self-tensioning system
Ground speed forwardInfi nite, 0 to 7.0-MPH (11.3-km/hr)Infi nite, 0 to 7.0-MPH (11.3-km/hr)
Ground speed reverse0 to 3.4-MPH (5.5-km/hr)0 to 3.4-MPH (5.5-km/hr)
Transport rodsAllows unit to be moved without engine
running.
Attachment Drive:
ClutchElectricElectric
TypeVertical Drive with Single Deep B-Groove
Pulley
Single fuel tank fender type mounted on
the left side.
5 Gallons (18.9 L)
Fuel tank shut off
In-line fuel fi lter
• Perform all maintenance procedures listed above.
• Drain the fuel tank.
• Charge the battery and disconnect the battery cables.
• Paint any chipped surfaces.
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1
1
1
Every 25 hours
2
1
1
Every 50 hours
Every 100 hours
1c
1
More often in dusty, dirty conditions
2
More often when operating the engine under heavy load or in high temperatures
IMPORTANT: Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures.
CAUTION
If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the
engine and seriously injury you or other bystanders.
Remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the wire from the spark
plug(s) before you do any maintenance. Set the wire aside so that it does not
accidentally contact the spark plug.
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MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule (Z17-44 & Z17-52)
Maintenance ProcedureService Interval
Check the engine oil level
Check the safety system
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1
1
1
1
1
1
1c
Clean the cooling system
Clean the mower housing
Check the air cleaner
Check the cutting bladesEvery 5 hours
Grease all lubrication points
Oil the linkage bushings
Service the foam air cleaner
Check the belts for wear/cracks
Check the battery electrolyte
Check the tire pressure
Change the engine oil
Replace the paper air cleaner
Change the oil filter
Check the spark plug(s)
Before Storage:
• Perform all maintenance procedures listed above.
• Drain the fuel tank.
• Charge the battery and disconnect the battery cables.
• Paint any chipped surfaces.
Each use
Every 25 hours
Every 100 hours
Every 200 hoursReplace the fuel filter
1
More often in dusty, dirty conditions
IMPORTANT: Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures.
CAUTION
If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the
engine and seriously injury you or other bystanders.
Remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the wire from the spark
plug(s) before you do any maintenance. Set the wire aside so that it does not
accidentally contact the spark plug.
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MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule (Z18-52)
Maintenance ProcedureService Interval
Change the engine oilAfter first use
Check the engine oil level
Check the safety system
Clean the air intake screen
Clean the mower housing
Check the cutting bladesEvery 5 hours
Grease all lubrication points
Oil the linkage bushings
Service the foam air cleaner
Check the belts for wear/cracks
Check the battery electrolyte
Check the tire pressure
Service the paper air cleaner
Change the engine oil
Check the spark plug(s)
Change the oil filter
Replace the paper air cleaner
Clean the engine shrouds and cooling fins
Before Storage:
• Perform all maintenance procedures listed above.
• Drain the fuel tank.
• Charge the battery and disconnect the battery cables.
• Paint any chipped surfaces.
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1
1
1
1
1
Each use
Every 25 hours
Every 50 hours
Every 100 hours
Every 200 hoursReplace the fuel filter
Every 300 hours
1c
1
More often in dusty, dirty conditions
IMPORTANT: Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures.
CAUTION
If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the
engine and seriously injury you or other bystanders.
Remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the wire from the spark
plug(s) before you do any maintenance. Set the wire aside so that it does not
accidentally contact the spark plug.
The unit model and serial number plate is on the
frame under the seat as shown in the illustration.
The engine has its own model and serial number
identification. Consult the appropriate engine
manufacturer’s service literature for the location
and translation of the engine model and serial
number information.
0702-0202
Transaxles also have their own model/serial
number.