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Safety and Instructional 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.

93-7276

1.

Explosion hazard—wear eye protection.

2.

Caustic liquid/chemical burn hazard—to perform first aid,
flush with water.

3.

Fire hazard—no fire, open flames, or smoking.

4.

Poison hazard—keep children a safe distance from the
battery.

99-5340

1.

KeyChoice—turn to enable reverse mowing.

119-2725

1.

Warning—read the

Operator's Manual

.

2.

Warning—remove the spark plug wire before performing
any maintenance on the machine.

3.

Tipping hazard—do not operate on slopes greater than 10
degrees.

4.

Thrown object hazard; crushing hazard, bystanders—keep
bystanders a safe distance from the machine.

5.

Cutting hazard of hand or foot—stay away moving parts,
keep all guards and shields in place.

119-2726

1.

Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance
from the machine.

2.

Cutting hazard of hand or foot—stay away moving parts,
keep all guards and shields in place.

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Summary of Contents for 74560

Page 1: ...Form No 3377 264 Rev A DH 140 Lawn Tractor Model No 74560 Serial No 313000001 and Up G012435 Register at www Toro com Original Instructions EN 3377 264 A ...

Page 2: ...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 G012436 1 Figure 1 1 Model and serial number location under the seat Model No Serial No This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol Figure 2 which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or de...

Page 3: ...ptional Towing Hitch 17 Operating Tips 17 Maintenance 18 Recommended Maintenance Schedule s 18 Lubrication 18 Greasing and Lubricating the Machine 18 How to Grease the Machine 18 Where to Add Grease 20 Engine Maintenance 20 Servicing the Air Cleaner 20 Servicing the Engine Oil 21 Servicing the Spark Plug 23 Fuel System Maintenance 24 Draining the Fuel Tank 24 Replacing the Fuel Filter 24 Electrica...

Page 4: ... containers specifically designed for this purpose Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling Add fuel before starting the engine Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running or when the engine is hot If fuel is spilled do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until ...

Page 5: ...e and disengage drive to attachment before refuelling before removing the grass catcher before making height adjustment unless adjustment can be made from the operator s position Maintenance and Storage Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes can reach an open flame or s...

Page 6: ...n Uncertainty Value K of 0 4 dBA The sound power level was determined according to the procedures outlined in ISO 11094 Hand Arm Vibration Measured vibration level for left hand 2 7 m s2 Measured vibration level for right hand 3 5 m s2 Uncertainty Value K 1 2 m s2 Measured values were determined according to the procedures outlined in EN 836 Whole Body Vibration Measured vibration level 1 6 m s2 U...

Page 7: ...nd 15 degrees when mowing uphill or downhill 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: ...ery 99 5340 1 KeyChoice turn to enable reverse mowing 119 2725 1 Warning read the Operator s Manual 2 Warning remove the spark plug wire before performing any maintenance on the machine 3 Tipping hazard do not operate on slopes greater than 10 degrees 4 Thrown object hazard crushing hazard bystanders keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine 5 Cutting hazard of hand or foot stay away moving...

Page 9: ...ght of cut lever 3 Dashboard controls 2 Grass collector dump lever G012474 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Figure 5 1 Operating in reverse indicator light 5 Brake pedal 2 Blade control PTO knob 6 Parking brake 3 Ignition switch 7 Forward speed pedal 4 Throttle control lever 8 Reverse speed pedal Specifications Model Weight Length Width Height 74560 262 kg 232 cm 95 cm 104 cm 9 ...

Page 10: ...a gasoline dispenser nozzle If you must use a gasoline dispenser keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Using Stabilizer Conditioner Use a fuel stabilizer conditioner in the traction unit to provide the following benefits It keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days or less For longer storage it is recommended that ...

Page 11: ... 2 Move the seat to the desired position and tighten the knobs Using the Blade Control PTO The blade control PTO knob engages and disengages power to the blades Engaging the Blades 1 Depress the brake pedal to stop the machine 2 Pull the blade control PTO knob out to the Engaged position Figure 5 Disengaging the Blades 1 Depress the brake pedal to stop the machine 2 Push the blade control PTO knob...

Page 12: ...e throttle control lever to the Choke all the way up position Figure 11 G015676 1 Figure 11 1 Throttle control lever Note To start a warm engine shift the throttle control lever to the Fast rabbit position 6 Shift the throttle control lever to the Slow turtle position Figure 11 7 Turn the ignition key clockwise and hold it in the Start position Figure 12 Note When the engine starts release the key...

Page 13: ...rly or not Understanding the Safety Interlock System The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the engine from starting unless You are sitting on the seat The brake pedal is depressed The blade control PTO knob is in the Disengaged position The traction control pedal is in Neutral The safety interlock system stops the engine if you rise from the seat and the traction control pedal is not ...

Page 14: ...tches before operating the machine Test the safety interlock system before you use the machine each time If the safety interlock system does not operate as described below have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety interlock system immediately While sitting in the seat perform the following checks 1 Set the parking brake shift the blade control PTO knob to the Engage position and turn the...

Page 15: ...ng Brake 2 Place your foot on the traction control pedal and slowly press on the pedal to move forward Figure 15 G015677 1 2 Figure 15 1 Forward control pedal 2 Reverse speed pedal Note To increase the speed push the traction control pedal down To decrease the speed release the pressure on the traction control pedal To go backward 1 Release the parking brake refer to Releasing the Parking Brake 2 ...

Page 16: ...w position 3 Pull the grass collector dump lever forward to tilt the grass collector Figure 17 G012451 1 2 Figure 17 1 Pull the grass collector dump lever forward to empty the grass 4 Empty the grass collector 5 Before returning the grass collector to the operating position move the machine forward to clear the grass collector of the deposited grass 6 Slowly lower the dump lever to return the gras...

Page 17: ...e It is best to cut only about 1 3 of the grass blade when mulching Do not cut more than that unless the grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass grows more slowly Alternate the mowing direction to keep the grass standing straight This also helps disperse clippings and enhances decomposition and fertilization Grass grows at different rates at different times of the season To maintain the same...

Page 18: ...ange the engine oil filter Change it more frequently when operating the machine in dusty or dirty conditions Replace the spark plug Replace the fuel filter Check the front to rear blade slope Also check it whenever you install the mower Yearly or before storage Perform all the maintenance procedures listed above Check the belts for wear and cracks Drain the fuel tank Paint chipped surfaces Charge ...

Page 19: ... all moving parts to stop 4 Remove the ignition key 5 Clean the grease fittings with a rag Scrape any paint off the front of the fittings 6 Connect a grease gun to each fitting and pump grease into it 7 Wipe up any excess grease 19 ...

Page 20: ... Right Spindle grease fittings 2 25 Grease 15 Mower housing hinged pins 6 When removed Grease 16 Front axle pivot pins 2 When removed Grease Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval Every 25 hours Service the air cleaner foam element Service it more frequently when operating the machine in dusty or dirty conditions Every 100 hours Service the air cleaner paper element Service ...

Page 21: ... the paper element if it is damaged or cannot be cleaned thoroughly Installing the Foam and Paper Elements Important To prevent engine damage always operate the engine with the complete foam and paper air cleaner assembly installed 1 Place the foam element and paper element into the blower housing Note Ensure that the rubber seal is flat against the air cleaner base 2 Align the tabs on the air cle...

Page 22: ...o stop 6 Remove the ignition key 7 Open the hood 8 Place a pan below the drain plug 9 Remove the drain plug to allow the oil to drain Figure 30 G012453 1 Figure 26 1 Oil drain plug 10 When the oil has drained completely insert the drain plug and tighten it securely Note Recycle the used engine oil properly 11 Clean around the dipstick and unscrew the cap Figure 25 12 Slowly pour approximately 80 o...

Page 23: ...Front of engine 2 Spark plug wire 7 Clean around the spark plug to prevent dirt from falling into the engine and potentially causing damage 8 Remove the spark plug and the metal washer Figure 28 Checking the Spark Plug 1 Look at the center of the spark plug Figure 29 If you see light brown or gray on the insulator the engine is operating properly A black coating on the insulator usually means that...

Page 24: ...8 1 2 3 Figure 30 1 Fuel filter 3 Fuel line 2 Hose clamp 8 Pull the fuel line off the fuel filter Figure 30 9 Open the fuel shut off valve and allow the gasoline to drain into an approved fuel container or a drain pan Note Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty 10 Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter 11 Slide the hose clamp close to the fuel filter t...

Page 25: ...minals to touch any metal parts of the machine Do not allow metal tools to short between the battery terminals and the metal parts of the machine 1 Disengage the blades PTO 2 Set the parking brake 3 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 4 Remove the ignition key 5 Lift up the seat to see the battery 6 Lift the rubber cover up off the negative black cable 7 Disconnect the negative b...

Page 26: ...ater to the Battery The best time to add distilled water to the battery is just before you operate the machine This lets the water mix thoroughly with the electrolyte solution 1 Clean the top of the battery with a paper towel 2 Remove the filler caps Figure 34 3 Slowly pour distilled water into each battery cell until the level is up to the lower part of the tube Figure 34 Important Do not overfil...

Page 27: ...he blades PTO 3 Set the parking brake 4 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 5 Remove the ignition key 6 Pull the drive control out to the Push position Figure 14 7 If the rear wheels lock and skid when you push the machine forward you do not need to adjust the brake If the wheels turn and do not lock adjust the brake refer to Adjusting the Brake Adjusting the Brake 1 Check the br...

Page 28: ...the grass collector is properly seated on the mower The mower will not function unless the grass collector is properly attached 2 Unlock the locking pin to allow for emptying the grass collector Cleaning the Grass Collector and Tunnel 1 Disengage the blades PTO 2 Set the parking brake 3 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 4 Remove the ignition key 5 Remove the grass collector ref...

Page 29: ...nspect the belt if the belt is damaged contact an Authorized Service Dealer Removing the Blades 1 Remove the mower refer to Removing the Mower 2 Carefully tip the mower over 3 Remove the bolts washers and blades Figure 39 Wedge a block of wood between each blade and the mower to lock the blade when you are removing each bolt Note The right blade has a left hand threaded bolt 4 Inspect all parts re...

Page 30: ...machine Installing the Mower Reverse the procedure for Removing the Mower Adjusting the Front to Rear Blade Slope Check the front to rear blade slope whenever you install the mower 1 Measure the distance between the front tip of the left blade and the flat surface Figure 43 Repeat for the rear tip of the left blade Figure 43 Top and side views of mower housing 1 Blades front to rear 3 Measure here...

Page 31: ...s located on the right side of the mower so that the links are free to move through the trunnions Figure 46 and Figure 47 Figure 46 Front adjustable link view from front of machine 1 Front adjustable link 3 Trunnion 2 Nuts Figure 47 Rear adjustable link view from right side of machine 1 Rear adjustable link 3 Trunnion 2 Nuts 4 Raise or lower the right side of the mower housing by turning the nuts ...

Page 32: ...ing the Front to Rear Blade Slope Otherwise go to the next step 8 Loosen the jam nut on at the end of the turnbuckle on the right side of the machine refer to Figure 49 and adjust the turnbuckle until the distance between the front tip of the left blade and the flat surface is 55 mm 2 1 8 inch Figure 49 Height of cut linkage on right side of machine 1 Turnbuckle 2 Jam nut Note You may need to move...

Page 33: ...cleaner refer to Servicing the Air Cleaner 9 Grease the chassis refer to Greasing and Lubricating the Machine 10 Change the engine oil and filter refer to Servicing the Engine Oil 11 Check the tire pressure refer to Checking the Tire Pressure 12 When storing the machine over 30 days prepare it as follows A Add a petroleum based stabilizer conditioner to the fuel in the tank according to the instru...

Page 34: ... Battery Leave the negative battery cable disconnected from the battery during storage Important The battery must be fully charged to prevent it from freezing and being damaged at temperatures below 32 F 0 C You can store a fully charged battery during the winter without recharging 15 Check and tighten all bolts nuts and screws Repair or replace any part that is worn or damaged 16 Paint all scratc...

Page 35: ...ne 3 The air cleaner is dirty 3 Clean or replace the air cleaner element 4 The spark plug wire is loose or disconnected 4 Install the wire on the spark plug 5 A spark plug is pitted fouled or the gap is incorrect 5 Install a new correctly gapped spark plug 6 The choke is not closing 6 Adjust the throttle cable 7 There is dirt in the fuel filter 7 Replace the fuel filter 8 The idle speed is too low...

Page 36: ...ct an Authorized Service Dealer 1 The blade drive belt is worn loose or broken 1 Contact an Authorized Service Dealer 2 The blade drive belt is off the pulley 2 Contact an Authorized Service Dealer The blades do not rotate 3 The grass collector is not in place 3 Install the grass collector 1 The tire pressure is incorrect 1 Set the tire pressure 2 The mower is not level 2 Adjust the height adjustm...

Page 37: ...Schematics G015678 Electrical Rev A 37 ...

Page 38: ...Notes 38 ...

Page 39: ...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 40: ...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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