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Electrical System
Maintenance

WARNING

CALIFORNIA

Proposition 65 Warning

Battery posts, terminals, and related

accessories contain lead and lead compounds,

chemicals known to the State of California

to cause cancer and reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

Charging the Battery

Removing the Battery

WARNING

Battery terminals or metal tools could short against
metal machine components causing sparks. Sparks
can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting
in personal injury.

When removing or installing the battery, do not
allow the battery terminals to touch any metal
parts of the machine.

Do not allow metal tools to short between
the battery terminals and metal parts of the
machine.

1.

Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the
blade control switch.

2.

Move the motion control levers outward to the park
position, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for
all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.

3.

Raise the seat to access the battery.

4.

Disconnect the negative (black) ground cable from the
battery post (Figure 36). Retain all fasteners.

WARNING

Incorrect battery cable routing could damage
the machine and cables causing sparks.
Sparks can cause the battery gasses to
explode, resulting in personal injury.

Always disconnect the negative (black)
battery cable before disconnecting the
positive (red) cable.

Always connect the positive (red) battery
cable before connecting the negative
(black) cable.

5.

Slide the rubber cover up the positive (red) cable.
Disconnect the positive (red) cable from the battery
post (Figure 36). Retain all fasteners.

6.

Remove the battery hold-down (Figure 36) and lift the
battery from the battery tray.

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2

3

4

5

6

7

Figure 36

1.

Battery

5.

Negative battery post

2.

Positive battery post

6.

Wing nut, washer, and bolt

3.

Bolt, washer, and nut

7.

Battery hold-down

4.

Terminal boot

Charging the Battery

Service Interval:

Before storage—Charge the battery and

disconnect battery cables.

1.

Remove the battery from the chassis; refer to Removing
the Battery.

2.

Charge the battery for a minimum of 1 hour at 6 to 10
amps. Do not overcharge the battery.

3.

When the battery is fully charged, unplug the charger
from the electrical outlet, then disconnect the charger
leads from the battery posts (Figure 37).

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Summary of Contents for 74385 TimeCutter ZS 3200

Page 1: ...Form No 3375 695 Rev A TimeCutter ZS 3200 Riding Mower Model No 74385 Serial No 313000001 and Up G015307 Register at www Toro com Original Instructions EN 3375 695 A ...

Page 2: ...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 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product Write the numbers in the space provided G014523 1 Figure 1 Under the seat 1 Model and serial number plate Write the product model and serial numbers in t...

Page 3: ...perating Tips 22 Maintenance 23 Recommended Maintenance Schedule s 23 Premaintenance Procedures 23 Raising the Seat 23 Lubrication 23 Greasing the Bearings 23 Engine Maintenance 24 Servicing the Air Cleaner 24 Servicing the Engine Oil 25 Servicing the Spark Plug 27 Cleaning the Blower Housing 27 Fuel System Maintenance 28 Replacing the In line Fuel Filter 28 Electrical System Maintenance 29 Chargi...

Page 4: ...wear and long trousers Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which may be thrown by the machine Warning Fuel is highly flammable Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling Add fuel before starting the engine Ne...

Page 5: ...ety If the fuel tank has to be drained this should be done outdoors When machine is to be parked stored or left unattended lower the cutting means 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 CEN standard Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide which is an odorless deadly...

Page 6: ...d in ISO 11094 Sound Pressure This unit has a sound pressure level at the operator s ear of 89 dBA which includes an Uncertainty Value K of 1 dBA Sound pressure level was determined according to the procedures outlined in EN 836 Vibration Measured vibration level for left hand 2 2 m s2 Measured vibration level for right hand 1 9 m s2 Uncertainty Value K 1 1 m s2 Measured values were determined acc...

Page 7: ... degrees Use the slope chart to determine the degree of slope of hills before operating Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 15 degrees Fold along the appropriate line to match the recommended slope 2 Align this edge with a vertical surface a tree building fence pole etc 3 Example of how to compare slope with folded edge 7 ...

Page 8: ... maintenance 2 Check tire pressure every 25 operating hours 3 Grease every 25 operating hours 4 Engine 110 6691 1 Thrown object hazard keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine 2 Thrown object hazard mower do not operate without the deflector discharge cover or grass collection system in place 3 Cutting dismemberment of hand or foot stay away from moving parts 121 2989 1 Bypass lever positi...

Page 9: ... open flame or smoking 7 Wear eye protection explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries 3 Caustic liquid chemical burn hazard 8 Battery acid can cause blindness or severe burns 4 Wear eye protection 9 Flush eyes immediately with water and get medical help fast 5 Read the Operator s Manual 10 Contains lead do not discard 119 8815 1 Parking position 4 Neutral 2 Fast 5 Reverse 3 Slow 120 ...

Page 10: ...e slope slowly 3 Cutting dismemberment hazard mower blade entanglement hazard belt stay away from moving parts keep all guards and shields in place 7 Crushing dismemberment hazard of bystanders reversing crushing dismemberment hazard of bystanders do not carry passengers look behind and down when reversing 4 Thrown object hazard keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine pick up debris befor...

Page 11: ...ition Switch The ignition switch has three positions Off Run and Start The key will turn to Start and move back to Run upon release Turning the key to the Off position will stop the engine however always remove the key when leaving the machine to prevent someone from accidentally starting the engine Figure 5 Throttle Choke Control The throttle and choke is combined into one control lever The throt...

Page 12: ... Smart Speed Control System lever located below the operator s seat gives the operator a choice to drive the machine at two speed ranges high and low Figure 6 G014475 1 Figure 6 1 Smart speed lever Fuel Window The fuel window located on the left hand side of the machine can be used to verify the presence of gasoline in the tank Figure 7 G014521 1 Figure 7 1 Fuel presence window Height of Cut Lever...

Page 13: ...he slope reduces traction Attachments change the handling characteristics of the machine Use extra caution when using attachments with the machine Figure 8 1 Safe Zone use the TimeCutter here 3 Water 2 Use walk behind mower and or hand trimmer near drop offs and water Fuel Safety DANGER In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive A fire or explosion from gasoline can...

Page 14: ...gned to stop the engine whenever the control levers are out of the park position and you rise from the seat Before Starting Recommended Fuel For best results use only clean fresh unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher R M 2 rating method Oxygenated fuel with up to 10 ethanol or 15 MTBE by volume is acceptable Do Not use ethanol blends of gasoline such as E15 or E85 with more than ...

Page 15: ...tighten until it clicks 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 in the Engine Maintenance section Starting the Engine 1 Sit down on the seat and move the motion controls outward to the park position 2 Disengage the blades by moving the blade c...

Page 16: ...mage can occur 1 Release pressure on the motion control levers and place the machine in neutral 2 Move the throttle to the Fast position Note Always engage the blades with the throttle in the Fast position 3 Pull up on the blade control switch to move it to the On position and engage the blades Figure 14 Figure 14 1 Control panel 2 Blade control switch On position Disengaging the Blades Push down ...

Page 17: ...each axle hence one side can turn in reverse while the other turns forward causing the machine to spin rather than turn This vastly improves the machine maneuverability but may require some adjustment if the operator is unfamiliar WARNING The machine can spin very rapidly The operator may lose control of the machine and cause personal injury or damage to the machine Use caution when making turns S...

Page 18: ...on control levers to neutral Backward 1 Move the levers to the center unlocked position 2 To go backward look behind you and down as you slowly pull the motion control levers rearward Figure 19 G008953 Figure 19 To go straight apply equal pressure to both motion control levers Figure 19 To turn release the pressure on the motion control lever toward the direction you want to turn To stop push the ...

Page 19: ...red position and tighten the bolts Adjusting the Motion Control Levers Adjusting the Height The motion control levers can be adjusted higher or lower for maximum operator comfort 1 Remove the 2 bolts holding the control lever to the control arm shaft Figure 22 2 Move the control lever to the next set of holes Secure the lever with the 2 bolts Figure 22 4 1 2 G014970 3 Figure 22 1 Control arm shaft...

Page 20: ... hole and down to lock them in place as shown in Figure 23 Ensure this is done for each lever 5 Move the motion control levers inward to the neutral position and turn the ignition key to the run position Do not start the machine The machine is now able to be pushed by hand g017303 1 2 3 Figure 23 1 Bypass lever location 3 Lever position for pushing the machine 2 Lever position for operating the ma...

Page 21: ...peration Removing the Discharge Cover for Side Discharge 1 Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch 2 Move the motion control levers outward to park position stop the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Remove the wing nut and bolt securing the cover in place Figure 24 Retain all parts for future use ...

Page 22: ...ich 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 frequently If you cannot mow for an extended period first mow at a high cutting height th...

Page 23: ...tery and disconnect battery cables Perform all maintenance procedures listed above before storage Paint any chipped surfaces 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 injure you or other bystanders Remove the key from the ignition and disconnect t...

Page 24: ...ir cleaner system Keep this area clean Also check for loose or damaged components Replace all bent or damaged air cleaner components Note Operating the engine with loose or damaged air cleaner components could allow unfiltered air into the engine causing premature wear and failure Note Service the air cleaner more often under extremely dusty dirty conditions G014524 1 2 3 4 Figure 27 1 Knobs air c...

Page 25: ... and push firmly into place Figure 29 3 F L 2 2 2 3 1 1 G014532 Figure 29 1 Oil dipstick 3 Oil level 2 Filler tube 5 Remove the dipstick and check the oil level Figure 29 The oil level should be up to but not over the F mark on the dipstick 6 If the level is low add oil of the proper type up to the F mark on the dipstick Always check the level with the dipstick before adding more oil Note To preve...

Page 26: ...the oil drain valve Remove the oil drain hose and wipe up any excess oil on the frame Figure 31 Note Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center 11 Place the new replacement filter in a shallow pan with the open end up Pour new oil of the proper type in through the threaded center hole Stop pouring when the oil reaches the bottom of the threads Allow a minute or two for the oil to be absorbed by...

Page 27: ...lator the engine is operating properly A black coating on the insulator usually means the air cleaner is dirty Important Never clean the spark plug Always replace the spark plug when it has a black coating worn electrodes an oily film or cracks 2 Check the gap between the center and side electrodes using a wire feeler gauge Figure 34 Bend the side electrode Figure 34 if the gap is not correct Figu...

Page 28: ... from the fuel line 1 Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch 2 Move the motion control levers outward to the park position stop the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Raise the seat and locate the fuel filter as shown in Figure 35 G017302 1 2 3 4 5 Figure 35 1 Fuel line from tank 4 Fuel line to eng...

Page 29: ...le from the battery post Figure 36 Retain all fasteners WARNING Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the machine and cables causing sparks Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode resulting in personal injury Always disconnect the negative black battery cable before disconnecting the positive red cable Always connect the positive red battery cable before connecting the negative black...

Page 30: ...t 5 Secure the battery with the hold down Figure 36 6 Lower the seat Servicing the Fuses The electrical system is protected by fuses It requires no maintenance however if a fuse blows check the component circuit for a malfunction or short Fuse Main F1 30 amp blade type Charge Circuit F2 25 amp blade type 1 Remove the screws securing the control panel to the machine Retain all fasteners 2 Lift the ...

Page 31: ...mum pressure suggested by the tire manufacturer on the sidewall of the caster wheel tires Inflate the rear drive wheel tires to 83 kPa 12 psi Figure 39 1 Valve stem Releasing the Electric Brake The electric brake can be release by manually rotating the link arms forward Once the electric brake is energized the brake will reset To release the brake G015000 1 Figure 40 1 Brake link arm on the electr...

Page 32: ...el surface disengage the blade control switch and move the motion control levers outward to the park position Stop the engine and remove the key Inspecting the Blades Service Interval Before each use or daily Check the cutting blades 1 Inspect the cutting edges Figure 41 If the edges are not sharp or have nicks remove and sharpen the blades refer to Sharpening the Blades 2 Inspect the blades espec...

Page 33: ... blade edge in position for measuring 2 Level surface 3 Second measured distance between blade and surface B WARNING A blade that is bent or damaged could break apart and could seriously injure or kill you or bystanders Always replace bent or damaged blade with a new blade Never file or create sharp notches in the edges or surfaces of blade A If the difference between A and B is greater than 3 mm ...

Page 34: ...lade Figure 47 Maintain the original angle The blade retains its balance if the same amount of material is removed from both cutting edges Figure 47 1 Sharpen at original angle 2 Check the balance of the blade by putting it on a blade balancer Figure 48 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 ...

Page 35: ...the flat surface here 5 Measure between the outside cutting edges and the flat surface Figure 49 If both measurements are not within 5 mm 3 16 inch an adjustment is required continue with this procedure 6 Support the weight of mower deck by placing wood blocks under the edges of the deck Note Avoid placing the supports under any anti scalp rollers if present on the deck 7 Move to the left side of ...

Page 36: ...for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Set the height of cut lever to middle position Note Check and adjust the side to side blade level if you have not checked the setting refer to Side to Side Leveling 4 Carefully rotate the blades so they are facing front to rear Figure 53 G014631 1 2 2 Figure 53 1 Blade front to rear 2 Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat...

Page 37: ... the engine pulley refer to step 4 in Replacing the Mower Belt page 38 5 Remove the hairpin cotter from the front support rod and remove the rod from the deck bracket Figure 55 Carefully lower the front of the mower deck to the ground G014635 1 2 3 Figure 55 1 Front support rod 3 Deck bracket 2 Locking nut 6 Lift the mower deck and hanger brackets clear of the rear lift rod and lower the mower car...

Page 38: ...WARNING The spring is under tension when installed and can cause personal injury Be careful when removing the belt G015129 1 2 3 4 5 4 6 Figure 57 1 Idler pulley 4 Spring 2 Mower belt 5 Engine pulley 3 Outside pulley 6 Spring removal tool 5 Route the new belt around the engine pulley and mower pulleys Figure 57 6 Using a spring removal tool Toro part no 92 5771 install the idler spring over the de...

Page 39: ...et 7 Short stand off 4 Rod 2 Remove the nut 3 8 inch from the rod under the mower Figure 58 3 Slide the rod out of the short stand off spring and grass deflector Figure 58 Remove the damaged or worn grass deflector 4 Replace the grass deflector Figure 58 5 Slide rod straight end through the rear grass deflector bracket 6 Place the spring on the rod with end wires down and between the grass deflect...

Page 40: ...Washout fitting 3 O ring 2 Hose 4 Coupling 4 Lower the mower to the lowest height of cut 5 Sit on the seat and start the engine Engage the blade control switch and let the mower run for one to three minutes 6 Disengage the blade control switch stop the engine and remove the ignition key Wait for all moving parts to stop 7 Turn the water off and remove the coupling from the washout fitting Note If ...

Page 41: ...abilizer manufacturer Do not use an alcohol based stabilizer ethanol or methanol Note A fuel stabilizer conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh gasoline and used at all times Run the engine to distribute the conditioned fuel through the fuel system 5 minutes Stop the engine allow it to cool and drain the fuel tank Restart the engine and run it until it stops Choke the engine Start and ...

Page 42: ...l a new correctly gapped spark plug s 6 There is dirt in fuel filter 6 Replace the fuel filter 7 Dirt water or stale fuel is in fuel system 7 Contact an Authorized Service Dealer 8 There is incorrect fuel in the fuel tank 8 Drain the tank and replace the fuel with the proper type The engine will not start starts hard or fails to keep running 9 The oil level in the crankcase is low 9 Add oil to the...

Page 43: ...nstall 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 Clean the underside of the mower 6 The tire pressure is incorrect 6 Adjust the tire pressure Uneven cutting height 7 A blade spindle is bent 7 Contact an Authorized Service...

Page 44: ...Schematics G014644 Electrical Diagram Rev A 44 ...

Page 45: ...Notes 45 ...

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Page 47: ...rmation Toro Collects Toro Warranty Company Toro respects your privacy In order to process your warranty claim and contact you in the event of a product recall we ask you to share certain personal information with us either directly or through your local Toro company or dealer The Toro warranty system is hosted on servers located within the United States where privacy law may not provide the same ...

Page 48: ...turer 5Whichever occurs first 6Lifetime Frame Warranty If the main frame consisting of the parts welded together to form the tractor structure that other components such as the engine are secured to cracks or breaks in normal use it will be repaired or replaced at Toro s option under warranty at no cost for parts and labor Frame failure due to misuse or abuse and failure or repair required due to ...

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