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Height of cut

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Explosion hazard

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No fire, open flames, or
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Wear eye protection

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Read the

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Keep bystanders a safe
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Contains lead; do not
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Recycle

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Wear eye protection;
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No sparks, flame, or
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Sulfuric acid can cause
blindness or severe burns.

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Flush eyes immediately with
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Maximum fill line

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Minimum fill line

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Instructions for activating the
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Summary of Contents for 18-52ZX TimeCutter

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual Original Instructions GB Register your product at www Toro com Form No 3350 187 18 52ZX TimeCutter ZX Riding Mower Model No 74405 Serial No 24000001 and Up ...

Page 2: ... 18 Adjusting the Motion Control Levers 18 Page Pushing the Machine by Hand 18 Removing the Recycler Baffle 19 Installing the Recycler Baffle 19 Side Discharge 20 Tips for Mowing Grass 20 Maintenance 21 Recommended Maintenance Schedule 21 Servicing the Engine Oil 22 Cleaning the Cooling System 23 Servicing the Air Cleaner 24 Spark Plug 25 Servicing the Battery 26 Servicing the Fuse 28 Replacing th...

Page 3: ...y 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 Safe Operating Practices The following instructions are from the CEN standard EN 836 1997 This product is capable of amputating h...

Page 4: ...e on slopes greater than 12 1 2 degrees Remember there is no such thing as a safe slope Travel on grass slopes requires particular care To guard against overturning do not stop or start suddenly when on a slope use slow speeds on slopes and during tight turns stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden hazards Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment Use only approved drawbar hit...

Page 5: ...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 can explode Keep cigarettes sparks and flames away from battery Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure that original standards are maintained Use only Toro approved attachments Warranty may be voided if used with unapproved...

Page 6: ...a guaranteed sound power level of 100 dBA based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 2000 14 EC Vibration This unit does not exceed a hand arm vibration level of 2 63 m s2 based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 98 37 EC This unit does not exceed a whole body vibration level of 0 259 m s2 based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 98 37 EC ...

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Page 9: ...e 2 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand or foot mower blade stay away from moving parts 93 7316 1 Thrown object hazard stay a safe distance from the machine 2 Thrown object hazard mower keep the deflector in place 3 Cutting dismemberment of hand or foot stay away from moving parts 93 7317 1 Thrown object hazard stay a safe distance from the machine 2 Thrown object hazard mower keep the deflector ...

Page 10: ...the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance 104 8009 1 Throttle 2 Choke 3 Fast 4 Continuous variable setting 5 Slow 6 On 7 Off 8 Headlights 9 Engine stop 10 Engine run 11 Engine start 12 Ignition 104 8061 1 To ride the machine pull the lever out 2 Do not tow the machine 3 To push the machine push the lever in 104 8062 1 Height of cut ...

Page 11: ...anders a safe distance from the battery 104 5091 1 Contains lead do not discard 2 Recycle 3 Wear eye protection explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries 4 No sparks flame or smoking 5 Sulfuric acid can cause blindness or severe burns 6 Flush eyes immediately with water and get medical help fast 7 Maximum fill line 8 Minimum fill line 9 Instructions for activating the battery ...

Page 12: ...tructions before servicing or performing maintenance 5 Warning read the Operator s Manual 6 Thrown object hazard mower keep the deflector in place 7 Tipping hazard slopes greater than 12 5 degrees do not drive the machine on a slope greater than 12 5 degrees 8 Thrown object hazard keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine and pick up debris before operating 9 Crushing dismemberment hazard o...

Page 13: ... 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 Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed Long term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness Avoid prol...

Page 14: ...rking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended Setting the Parking Brake 1 Move the motion control levers Fig 3 out to the neutral lock position 2 Pull back and up on the parking brake lever to set the parking brake Fig 4 The parking brake lever should stay firmly in the Engaged position Important Do not engage the parking brake while the machine is moving Damage to the drive system ...

Page 15: ...gine 2 Choke 3 Fast 4 Slow m 4268 1 2 3 4 Figure 7 1 Off 2 Run 3 Start 4 Ignition Stopping 1 Move the throttle lever to Slow Fig 6 2 Move the PTO to Off Fig 5 3 Turn the ignition key to Off Fig 7 4 Pull the wire off of the spark plug s to prevent the possibility of someone accidentally starting the machine before transporting or storing the machine 5 Close the fuel shut off valve under the front o...

Page 16: ...on control levers in neutral Start the engine While the engine is running release the parking brake engage the PTO and rise slightly from the seat the engine should stop 4 While sitting on the seat engage the parking brake move the PTO to Off and lock the motion control levers in neutral Start the engine While the engine is running center the motion controls and move forward or reverse the engine ...

Page 17: ...ht of cut is adjusted from 1 1 2 to 4 1 2 inch 38 to 114 mm in 1 2 inch 13 mm increments by relocating the clevis pin in different hole locations 1 Raise the height of cut lever to the transport position also the 4 1 2 inch 114 mm cutting height position Fig 10 2 To adjust remove the hairpin cotter and clevis pin from the height of cut bracket Fig 10 3 Select the hole in the height of cut bracket ...

Page 18: ... holding the control lever to the control arm shaft Fig 13 m 5215 1 2 3 4 Figure 13 1 Control lever 2 Screw 3 Curved washer 4 Control arm shaft 2 Move the control lever to the next set of holes Secure the lever with the 2 screws and curved washers The cupped side of the washer should be toward the control arm shaft Fig 13 3 Repeat the adjustment on the other control lever Pushing the Machine by Ha...

Page 19: ...eeds be removed for side discharge mowing 4 Install the previously removed bolts 5 16 x 5 8 inch and locknuts 5 16 inch in the open holes of the mower for safety Fig 15 m 2414 1 3 2 2 3 2 3 Figure 15 1 Baffle left side 2 Bolt 5 16 x 5 8 inch 3 Lock nut 5 16 inch Open holes in the mower expose you and others to thrown debris which can cause severe injury Never operate the mower without hardware mou...

Page 20: ...ection to keep the grass standing straight This also helps disperse clippings which enhances decomposition and fertilization 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 As the grass growth rate slows in mid summer mow less frequentl...

Page 21: ...ours Change the engine oil Check the spark plug s Every 200 hours Change the oil filter Replace the fuel filter Replace the paper air cleaner 1 Every 300 hours Clean the engine shrouds and cooling fins 1 Before storage Perform all maintenance procedures listed above before storage Drain the fuel tank Charge the battery and disconnect the battery cables Paint any chipped surfaces 1More often in dus...

Page 22: ...end If the oil level is low slowly pour only enough oil into the filler tube to raise the level to the Full mark on the dipstick Important Do not overfill the crankcase with oil because the engine may be damaged 3 1 2 m 4288 m 4291 Figure 16 1 Oil dipstick 2 Filler tube 3 Dipstick end Changing and Draining the Oil 1 Start the engine and let it run for five minutes This warms the oil so that it dra...

Page 23: ...er Fig 18 1 2 m 4288 Figure 18 1 Oil filter 2 Adapter 4 Install the replacement oil filter to the adapter Turn the oil filter clockwise until the rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter then tighten the filter an additional 3 4 turn Fig 18 5 Fill the crankcase with the proper type of new oil refer to Changing and Draining the Oil page 22 Cleaning the Cooling System Clean the air intake screen fr...

Page 24: ...ing the operating position 3 Clean around the air cleaner to prevent dirt from getting into the engine and causing damage Unlatch the two side latches and remove the air cleaner cover Fig 20 4 Carefully remove the foam element from the paper element Fig 20 5 Unscrew the wing nut and remove the paper element Fig 20 1 4 2 m 4289 3 5 6 Figure 20 1 Cover 2 Foam element 3 Paper element 4 Wing nut 5 Air...

Page 25: ...rodes is correct before installing the spark plug Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing the spark plug s and a gapping tool feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap Install a new spark plug s if necessary Type Champion RCJ8Y or equivalent Air Gap 0 030 inch 0 76 mm Removing the Spark Plug s 1 Disengage the PTO and move the control levers to the neutral locked position and apply t...

Page 26: ...low metal tools to short between the battery terminals and metal parts of the tractor Warning 1 Disengage the PTO and move the control levers to the neutral locked position and apply the parking brake 2 Stop the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Tip the seat forward to see the battery 4 Disconnect the negative black ground cable fro...

Page 27: ...lyte could be spilled on other parts and cause corrosion 2 Clean the top of the battery with a paper towel 3 Remove the vent caps from the battery Fig 26 4 Slowly pour distilled water into each battery cell until the electrolyte level is up to the Upper line Fig 26 on the battery case Important Do not overfill the battery because electrolyte sulfuric acid can cause severe corrosion and damage to t...

Page 28: ...s 6 Install a new filter and move the hose clamps close to the filter Fig 29 7 Open the fuel shut off valve 1 2 m 4294 3 Figure 29 1 Fuel filter 2 Hose clamp 3 Fuel line Draining the Fuel Tank Danger 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 Drain gasoline from the fuel tank when the ...

Page 29: ...own on the Check Service Reference Aid decal Fig 30 located beneath the seat Figure 30 Greasing the Mower The cutting unit must be lubricated regularly refer to the Recommended Maintenance Schedule page 21 Grease with No 2 general purpose lithium base or molybdenum base grease 1 Disengage the PTO and move the control levers to the neutral locked position and apply the parking brake 2 Stop the engi...

Page 30: ...Sharpening the Blades page 31 2 Inspect the blades especially the curved area Fig 33 If you notice any damage wear or a slot forming in this area item 3 in Fig 33 immediately install a new blade 1 2 3 m 151 Figure 33 1 Cutting edge 2 Curved area 3 Wear slot forming Checking for Bent Blades 1 Disengage the PTO and move the control levers to the neutral locked position and apply the parking brake 2 ...

Page 31: ...emoved from both cutting edges m 1854 1 Figure 37 1 Sharpen at original angle 2 Check the balance of the blade by putting it on a blade balancer Fig 38 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 36 Repeat this procedure until the blade is balanced 1 2 m 1855 Figure 38 1 Blade 2...

Page 32: ...st the blade level using the following instructions 1 Position the mower on a flat surface 2 Disengage the PTO and move the control levers to the neutral locked position and apply the parking brake 3 Stop the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 4 Check the air pressure of all four tires If needed adjust to the recommended inflation refe...

Page 33: ...er to Adjusting the Anti Scalp Rollers page 17 Inspecting the Belts Inspect all belts every 100 hours Check the belts for cracks frayed edges burn marks or any other damage Replace damaged belts Squealing when the belt is rotating blades slipping when cutting grass frayed belt edges burn marks and cracks are signs of a worn mower belt Replace the mower belt if any of these conditions are evident R...

Page 34: ...ng bracket is mounted in for future installation Slide the brackets off of the mounting pin m 5177 1 3 4 2 Figure 47 1 Hairpin cotter and clevis pin 2 Rear trunnion rod 3 Hairpin cotter and washer 4 Leveling bracket 8 Slide the mower rearward to remove the mower belt from the engine pulley 9 Slide the mower out from underneath the tractor Note Retain all parts for future installation Installing th...

Page 35: ...r is not clean after one washing soak it and let it stand for 30 minutes Then repeat the process 9 Run the mower again for one to three minutes to remove excess water A broken or missing washout fitting could expose you and others to thrown objects or blade contact Contact with blade or thrown debris contact will cause injury or death Replace broken or missing washout fitting immediately before us...

Page 36: ...flector springs and brackets Note It may be helpful to press down near the end of the bolt with a 9 16 inch open end wrench to align the bolts with the second holes on the mower bracket and grass deflector 5 Lift the grass deflector and check that it is spring loaded and pivots freely to the full down position Important The grass deflector must be spring loaded in the down position Lift the deflec...

Page 37: ... R R BATTERY 10A F3 OR OR 1 2 TO HEADLIGHT HARNESS BK OR R W W 1 MAGNETO GND Y GN W SOLENOID GN BN PK PTO SW2 SHOWN IN OFF POSITION BROWN BK BLACK BLUE BU GREEN GN BN GREY GY OR ORANGE WIRE COLOR CODES W WHITE VIO VIOLET PINK PK RED R TAN T YELLOW Y PK Y I 1 7 4 B S Y A BU VIO R S B A OR X TERMINAL VIEW FROM BACK OF SWITCH KEY SW I X KEY SWITCH PN 88 9830 OFF NO CONNECTION ON B I A AND X Y START B...

Page 38: ...n it until it stops D Choke or prime the engine Start and run the engine until it will not start Operate the primer if equipped several times to ensure no fuel remains in the primer system E Dispose of fuel properly Recycle as per local codes Important Do not store stabilizer conditioned gasoline over 90 days 11 Remove the spark plug s and check its condition refer to Spark Plug page 25 With the s...

Page 39: ...rrect 6 Install a new correctly gapped spark plug s 7 There is dirt in fuel filter 7 Replace the fuel filter 8 Dirt water or stale fuel is in fuel system 8 Contact an Authorized Service Dealer 9 There is incorrect fuel in the fuel tank 9 Drain the tank and replace the fuel with the proper type 10 The oil level in the crankcase is low 10 Add oil to the crankcase The engine loses power 1 The engine ...

Page 40: ...lade spindle is bent 6 Contact an Authorized Service Dealer Uneven cutting height 1 The blade s is not sharp 1 Sharpen the blade s g g 2 A cutting blade s is are bent 2 Install a new cutting blade s 3 The mower is not level 3 Level the mower from side to side and front to rear 4 An anti scalp wheel is not set correctly 4 Adjust the anti scalp wheel height 5 The underside of the mower is dirty 5 Cl...

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