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Problem

Corrective Action

Possible Causes

The starter does not crank.

6. The blade control (PTO) is

engaged.

6. Move the PTO to Disengaged.

7. The parking brake is not on.

7. Set the parking brake.

8. The operator is not seated.

8. Sit on the seat.

9. The battery is dead.

9. Charge the battery.

10.The electrical connections are

corroded or loose.

10.Check the electrical

connections for good contact.

11. A fuse is blown.

11. Replace the fuse.

12.A relay or switch is damaged.

12.Contact an Authorized Service

Dealer.

The engine will not start, starts
h d

f il t k

1. The fuel tank is empty.

1. Fill the fuel tank.

hard, or fails to keep running.

2. The fuel valve turned off.

2. Open the fuel valve.

3. The choke is not on.

3. Move the choke lever to On.

4. The air cleaner is dirty.

4. Clean or replace the air cleaner

element.

5. The spark plug wire(s) is loose

or disconnected.

5. Install the wire(s) on the spark

plug.

6. The spark plug(s) is pitted,

fouled, or the gap is incorrect.

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 load is excessive.

1. Reduce ground speed.

2. The air cleaner is dirty.

2. Clean the air cleaner element.

3. The oil level in the crankcase is

low.

3. Add oil to the crankcase.

4. The cooling fins and air

passages under the engine
blower housing are plugged.

4. Remove the obstruction from

the cooling fins and air
passages.

5. The spark plug(s) is pitted,

fouled, or the gap is incorrect.

5. Install a new, correctly gapped

spark plug(s).

6. The vent in the fuel cap is

closed.

6. Open the vent in the fuel cap.

7. There is dirt in the fuel filter.

7. Replace the fuel filter.

8. Dirt, water, or stale fuel is in the

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.

Summary of Contents for TimeCutter 74601

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual English EN Form No 3326 795 Z17 44 TimeCutter Z with 44 Side Discharge Mower Model No 74601 220000001 and Up ...

Page 2: ...ontrols 13 Parking Brake 13 Starting and Stopping the Engine 13 Operating the Power Take Off PTO 14 The Safety Interlock System 15 Testing the Safety Interlock System 15 Driving Forward or Backward 15 Stopping the Machine 16 Page Adjusting the Height of Cut 16 Adjusting the Anti Scalp Rollers 17 Positioning the Seat 17 Adjusting the Motion Control Levers 17 Pushing the Machine by Hand 18 Side Disc...

Page 3: ...ns 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 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 ...

Page 4: ...ragic 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 look b...

Page 5: ...which may be hot from operation Allow to cool 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 can explode Keep cigarettes sparks and flames away from battery Use only genuine replacement parts to ensure that original standards are mai...

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Page 9: ...ls 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 1 633354 1 Fast 2 Slow 3 Neutral 4 Reverse 99 3943 99 3943 98 3798 92 7109 65 2690 92 7108 93 1122 ...

Page 10: ...3 Fast 4 Variable speed 5 Slow 6 Headlights on 7 Headlights off 8 Engine stop 9 Engine run 10 Engine start 104 4163 1 Explosion hazard 2 No sparks flame or smoking 3 Caustic liquid hazard burns to hand and damage to items 4 Wear eye protection 5 Read the operator s manual 6 Keep bystanders away 104 8014 1 Parking brake ...

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Page 12: ...t 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 prolonged breathing of vapors ...

Page 13: ... Parking Brake Always set the parking 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 mo...

Page 14: ... 3 2 1 Figure 6 1 Engine 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 between Slow and Fast 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 fue...

Page 15: ...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 16: ... to the drive system may occur Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the tractor while it is unattended Always remove the ignition key and set the parking brake when leaving the machine unattended even if just for a few minutes Caution Adjusting the Height of Cut The height of cut is adjusted from 1 1 2 to 4 1 2 in 38 to 114 mm in 1 2 in 13 mm increments by reloc...

Page 17: ...peat the adjustment on the other gage wheels Positioning the Seat The seat can move forward and backward Position the seat where you have the best control of the machine and are most comfortable 1 Raise the seat and loosen the adjustment knobs Fig 12 2 Move the seat to the desired position and tighten the knobs 1 m 5163 Figure 12 1 Adjustment knobs Adjusting the Motion Control Levers The motion co...

Page 18: ...will not drive unless the bypass levers are pulled out Side Discharge The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf Danger Without the grass deflector discharge cover or complete grass catcher assembly mounted in place you and others are exposed to blade contact and thrown debris Contact with rotating mower blade s and thrown debris will cause...

Page 19: ... mow less frequently If you cannot mow for an extended period first mow at a high cutting height then mow again two days later at a lower height setting Cutting Speed To improve cut quality use a slower ground speed Avoid Cutting Too Low If the cutting width of the mower is wider than the mower you previously used raise the cutting height to ensure that uneven turf is not cut too short Long Grass ...

Page 20: ... Change the engine oil 1 Replace the paper air cleaner 1 Every 200 Hours Change the oil filter 1 Replace the fuel filter Check the spark plug s 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 dusty dirty conditions Important Refer to your engine operator ...

Page 21: ... If the oil level is low slowly pour only enough oil into the filler tube to raise the level to but not over the F mark on the dipstick Important Do not overfill the crankcase with oil because the engine may be damaged 1 3 2 m 5142 Figure 15 1 Oil dipstick 2 Filler tube 3 Metal end Changing and Draining the Oil 1 Start the engine and let it run for five minutes This warms the oil so that it drains...

Page 22: ...ning the Oil page 21 Cutting Blades Maintain sharp blades throughout the cutting season because sharp blades cut cleanly without tearing or shredding the grass blades Tearing and shredding turns grass brown at the edges which slows growth and increases the chance of disease Check the cutter blades daily for sharpness and for any wear or damage File down any nicks and sharpen the blades as necessar...

Page 23: ...ches in the edges or surfaces of blade Warning Removing the Blades The blades must be replaced if a solid object is hit if the blade is out of balance or the blade is bent To ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine use genuine Toro replacement blades Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non conformance with safety standards Hold the blade ...

Page 24: ...ge the PTO stop the engine and remove the key 2 Clean the grease fittings with a rag Make sure to scrape any paint off of the front of the fitting s 3 Connect a grease gun to the fitting Pump grease into the fittings until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings 4 Wipe up any excess grease Where to Add Grease Lubricate the grease fittings as shown on the Check Service Reference Aid decal Fig 24 ...

Page 25: ...y off of the stud Fig 26 4 Carefully slide the foam element off of the paper element Fig 26 Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements 1 Foam Element A Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm water When the element is clean rinse it thoroughly B Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth do not wring Allow the element to air dry C Put oil on the element Fig 27 Squeeze the element to distribu...

Page 26: ...tor Do not allow metal tools to short between the battery terminals and metal parts of the tractor Warning 1 Disengage the PTO set the parking brake stop the engine and remove the key 2 Tip the seat forward to see the battery 3 Disconnect the negative black ground cable from the battery post Fig 29 Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the tractor and cables causing sparks Sparks can cause ...

Page 27: ... the battery Fig 30 4 Slowly pour distilled water into each battery cell until the electrolyte level is up to the Upper line Fig 30 on the battery case Important Do not overfill the battery because electrolyte sulfuric acid can cause severe corrosion and damage to the chassis 5 Wait five to ten minutes after filling the battery cells Add distilled water if necessary until the electrolyte level is ...

Page 28: ...move the spark plug s and metal washer m 5141 1 2 Figure 32 1 Spark plug wire 2 Spark plug Checking the Spark Plug 1 Look at the center of the spark plug s Fig 33 If you see light brown or gray on the insulator the engine is operating properly A black coating on the insulator usually means the air cleaner is dirty Important Never clean the spark plug s Always replace the spark plug s when it has a...

Page 29: ...34 4 Pull the fuel line off of the fuel filter Fig 34 5 Open the fuel shut off valve Allow gasoline to drain into a gas can or drain pan Note Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty 6 Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter Slide the hose clamp close to the fuel filter to secure the fuel line Fig 34 3 1 2 m 5140 Figure 34 1 Fuel filter 2 Hose clamp 3 Fue...

Page 30: ...s 2 Check the air pressure of all four tires If needed adjust to the recommended inflation refer to Tire Pressure page 30 3 Set the height of cut at 3 in 76 mm 4 Carefully rotate the blade s from side to side Fig 36 Measure between the outside cutting edges and the flat surface Fig 36 If both measurements are not within 3 16 in 4 75 mm an adjustment is required refer to steps 5 and 6 Front 1 2 3 3...

Page 31: ...height of cut at 3 in 76 mm and carefully rotate the blades so they are facing front to rear Fig 39 6 Measure between the tip of the front blade Fig 39 and the tip of the rear blade to the flat surface If the front blade tip is not 1 16 5 16 in 1 6 7 9 mm lower than the rear blade tip adjust the front trunion rods Front 1078 1 2 3 4 4 Figure 39 1 Blade front to rear 2 Measure front blade tip 3 Mea...

Page 32: ...he new belt through the idler arm and around the idler pulley Fig 41 2 1 4 3 7 5 6 m 4197 Figure 41 Top View 1 Outer nut 2 Idler pulley 3 Idler arm 4 Spring eye bolt 5 Spring 6 1 8 in 3 mm 7 Mower belt 6 Pull the idler pulley in the direction shown in Figure 41 and route the belt onto the other pulleys Fig 42 Note Check to ensure that the length of exposed thread on the spring eye bolt is 1 8 in 3...

Page 33: ... and hairpin cotters Fig 44 6 Attach the front trunion rods to the tractor with the clevis pins and hairpin cotters Fig 43 7 Install the mower belt onto the engine pulley refer to Replacing the Mower Belt page 32 Fuse Service Interval Specification 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 F...

Page 34: ...tor s or bystander s direction and result in serious injury Also contact with the blade could occur Never operate the lawn mower unless you install a cover plate a mulch plate or a grass chute and catcher Warning 1 Remove the locknut bolt and spring holding the deflector to the mower brackets Fig 47 Remove the damaged or worn grass deflector m 1783 1 5 3 6 4 2 Figure 47 1 Mower bracket 2 Spring ho...

Page 35: ... 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 36: ...til 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 28 With the spark pl...

Page 37: ...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 38: ...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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Page 40: ...sion Toro Warranty Company 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Bloomington MN 55420 1196 800 348 2424 U S customers 877 484 9255 Canada customers Owner Responsibilities You must maintain your Toro Product by following the maintenance procedures described in the operator s manual Such routine maintenance whether performed by a dealer or by you is at your expense Items and Conditions Not Covered There is no o...

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