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Using the Safety-Interlock
System

WARNING

If the safety-interlock switches are
disconnected or damaged, the machine could
operate unexpectedly, causing personal
injury.

•

Do not tamper with the interlock switches.

•

Check the operation of the interlock
switches daily and replace any damaged
switches before operating the machine.

Understanding the
Safety-Interlock System

The safety-interlock system is designed to prevent the
engine from starting unless:

•

The blade-control switch (PTO) is disengaged.

•

The motion-control levers are in the P

ARK

position.

The safety-interlock system also is designed to shut
off the engine whenever the control levers are out of
the P

ARK

position and you rise from the seat.

Testing the Safety-Interlock
System

Test the safety-interlock system before you use the
machine each time. If the safety system does not
operate as described below, have an Authorized
Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately.

Sit on the seat, move the motion-control levers
in the P

ARK

position, and move the blade-control

switch to the O

position. Try starting the

engine; the engine should not crank.

Sit on the seat and move the blade-control switch
to the O

position. Move either motion-control

lever to the center, unlocked position. Try
starting the engine; the engine should not crank.
Repeat with the other motion-control lever.

Sit on the seat, move the blade-control switch
to the O

position, and lock the motion-control

levers in the P

ARK

position. Start the engine.

While the engine is running, engage the
blade-control switch, and rise slightly from the
seat; the engine should shut off.

Sit on the seat, move the blade-control switch
to the O

position, and lock the motion-control

levers in the P

ARK

position. Start the engine.

While the engine is running, move the

motion-control levers to the center, unlocked
position, engage the blade-control switch, and
rise slightly from the seat; the engine should
shut off.

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 (

Figure 8

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Figure 8

Summary of Contents for TimeCutter 74706

Page 1: ...Form No 3425 346 Rev A TimeCutter SS 4225 Riding Mower Model No 74706 Serial No 404314200 and Up Register at www Toro com Original Instructions EN 3425 346 A ...

Page 2: ...reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Use of this product may cause exposure to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Introduction This rotary blade riding lawn mower is intended to be used by homeowners in residential applications It is designed primarily for cutting grass on well maintained lawns Read this information carefully ...

Page 3: ... 29 Maintenance 30 Maintenance Safety 30 Recommended Maintenance Schedule s 31 Pre Maintenance Procedures 32 Raising the Seat 32 Lubrication 32 Greasing the Bearings 32 Engine Maintenance 33 Engine Safety 33 Servicing the Air Cleaner 33 Servicing the Engine Oil 33 Servicing the Spark Plug 36 Cleaning the Cooling System 36 Fuel System Maintenance 37 Replacing the In Line Fuel Filter 37 Electrical S...

Page 4: ...hrowing objects Toro designed and tested this lawn mower to offer reasonably safe service however failure to comply with safety instructions may result in injury or death Read understand and follow all instructions and warnings in the Operator s Manual and other training material on the machine engine and attachments All operators and mechanics should be trained If the operator s or mechanic s can...

Page 5: ...rees 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 5 ...

Page 6: ...otection 9 Flush eyes immediately with water and get medical help fast 5 Read the Operator s Manual 10 Contains lead do not discard decaloemmarkt Manufacturer s Mark 1 Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer decal93 7009 93 7009 1 Warning do not operate the mower with the deflector up or removed keep the deflector in place 2 Cutting dismemberment hazard o...

Page 7: ...l119 8815 119 8815 1 Parking position 4 Neutral 2 Fast 5 Reverse 3 Slow decal119 8871 119 8871 1 Height of cut 2 4 1 2 inches 3 4 inches 4 3 1 2 inches 5 3 inches 6 2 1 2 inches 7 2 inches 8 1 1 2 inches 7 ...

Page 8: ...decal121 0772 121 0772 1 Fast 4 Choke 2 Continuous variable setting 5 Power take off PTO Blade control switch 3 Slow 8 ...

Page 9: ...decal121 2989b 121 2989 1 Bypass lever position for pushing the machine 2 Bypass lever position for operating the machine decal131 3947 131 3947 1 Trim slow 3 Mow fast 2 Tow medium 9 ...

Page 10: ...chine to become unstable 1 Warning read the Operator s Manual 3 Cutting dismemberment hazard of the hand mower blade entanglement hazard of the hand belt stay away from moving parts keep all guards and shields in place 5 Ramp hazard do not use dual ramps when loading onto a trailer use 1 ramp wide enough for the machine use a ramp with a slope less than 15 back up the ramp when loading the machine...

Page 11: ...e 3 Severing hazard of hand or foot keep away from moving parts 2 Thrown object hazard raised baffle do not operate the machine with an open deck use a bagger or a baffle 4 Entanglement hazard keep away from moving parts keep all guards and shields in place decal133 8062 133 8062 11 ...

Page 12: ...Choke control 4 Key switch Key Switch The key switch used to start and shut off the engine has 3 positions OFF RUN and START Refer to Starting the Engine page 21 Throttle Control The throttle controls the engine speed and it has a continuous variable setting from the SLOW to FAST position Figure 5 Choke Control Use the choke control to start a cold engine Blade Control Switch Power Takeoff The bla...

Page 13: ...t of cut lever to lower and raise the deck from the seated position Moving the lever up toward you raises the deck from the ground and moving the lever down away from you lowers the deck toward the ground Adjust the height of cut only while the machine is not moving Figure 21 Attachments Accessories A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine to e...

Page 14: ...y switches and shields are attached and functioning properly Do Not operate unless they are functioning properly Do Not operate the mower when people especially children or pets are in the area Stop the machine and attachment s if anyone enters the area Do Not operate the machine without the entire grass collection system discharge deflector or other safety devices in place and in proper working c...

Page 15: ...ors A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and cause property damage Always place gasoline containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling Do Not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed because interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners may insulate the container and slow the loss of any static charge When practical remove gas powe...

Page 16: ... stabilizer manufacturer Cleans the engine while it runs Eliminates gum like varnish buildup in the fuel system which causes hard starting Important Do not use fuel additives containing methanol or ethanol Add the correct amount of fuel stabilizer conditioner to the fuel Note A fuel stabilizer conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh fuel To minimize the chance of varnish deposits in th...

Page 17: ...ve the motion control levers in the PARK position and move the blade control switch to the ON position Try starting the engine the engine should not crank 2 Sit on the seat and move the blade control switch to the OFF position Move either motion control lever to the center unlocked position Try starting the engine the engine should not crank Repeat with the other motion control lever 3 Sit on the ...

Page 18: ...ffler and engine area WARNING Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide which is an odorless deadly poison that can kill you Do Not run engine indoors or in a small confined area where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect The owner user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to himself or herself other people or property This mower was designed for one operator onl...

Page 19: ...ting the mower Before clearing blockages Whenever you leave the mower Do Not leave a running machine unattended Stop engine wait for all moving parts to stop Before refueling Before dumping the grass catcher Before making height adjustments Tragic 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 a...

Page 20: ... the drive wheels may result in sliding and a loss of braking and steering The machine can slide even if the drive wheels are stopped Remove or mark obstacles such as ditches holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden hazards Tall grass can hide obstacles Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Use extra care while operating with accessories or attachments such as grass collection systems These can ...

Page 21: ...e key switch Figure 15 2 Push down the choke knob to disengage the choke after the engine has started Figure 15 g008959 Figure 15 1 ON position 2 OFF position Starting the Engine Note A warm or hot engine may not require choking Important Do not engage the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time Engaging the starter motor for more than 5 seconds can damage the starter motor If the engine fails t...

Page 22: ...ic motors on each axle You can turn 1 side in reverse while you turn the other forward causing the machine to spin rather than turn This greatly improves the machine maneuverability but may require sometime for you to adapt to how it moves The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured in rpm revolutions per minute Place the throttle control in the FAST position for best performance A...

Page 23: ...djust the lever to the desired position The following are only recommendations for use Adjustments vary by grass type moisture content and the height of the grass Suggested uses Trim Tow Mow Parking X Heavy wet grass X Training X Trimming grass X Bagging X Mulching X Towing attachments X Normal mowing X Moving the machine X Trim This is the lowest speed The suggested uses for this speed are as fol...

Page 24: ...l down toward the turf If the grass deflector is ever damaged replace it immediately Never put your hands or feet under the mower deck Never try to clear the discharge area or mower blades unless you move the blade control switch PTO to the OFF position rotate the key switch to the OFF position and remove the key from the key switch Make sure that the grass deflector is in the down position Adjust...

Page 25: ... have 1 side of the mower deck free from uncut grass which allows air to be drawn into the mower deck Cutting a Lawn for the First Time Cut grass slightly longer than normal to ensure that the cutting height of the mower deck does not scalp any uneven ground However the cutting height used in the past is generally the best one to use When cutting grass longer than 15 cm 6 inches tall you may want ...

Page 26: ...llow the machine to cool before adjusting cleaning repairing or storing Never allow untrained personnel to service machine Clean the machine as stated in the Maintenance section Keep engine and engine area free from accumulation of grass leaves excessive grease or oil and other debris which can accumulate in these areas These materials can become combustible and may result in a fire Frequently che...

Page 27: ...the ground A steeper angle may cause mower components to get caught as the unit moves from the ramp to the trailer or truck Steeper angles may also cause the machine to tip or lose control If loading on or near a slope position the trailer or truck so that it is on the down side of the slope and the ramp extends up the slope This will minimize the ramp angle WARNING Loading a machine onto a traile...

Page 28: ...for towed equipment and towing on slopes Towed weight must not exceed the weight of the machine operator and ballast otherwise hydrostatic transmission failure may occur Use counterweights or wheel weights as described in the attachment manufacturer s manual Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment On slopes the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction increased risk...

Page 29: ...re leaving the operating position 3 Locate the bypass levers on the frame on both sides of the engine 4 Move the bypass levers forward through the key hole and down to lock them in place Figure 26 Note Do this for each lever 5 Turn the ignition key on and disengage the parking brake Note Do not start the machine g017303 Figure 26 1 Bypass lever locations 3 Lever position for pushing the machine 2 ...

Page 30: ...ING Removal or modification of original equipment parts and or accessories may alter the warranty controllability and safety of the machine Unauthorized modifications to the original equipment or failure to use original Toro parts could lead to serious injury or death Unauthorized changes to the machine engine fuel or venting system may violate applicable safety standards such as ANSI OSHA and NFP...

Page 31: ... conditions Change the engine oil more often in dirty or dusty conditions Replace or clean and gap the spark plug Replace the in line fuel filter Every 200 hours Replace the paper air cleaner element more often in dirty or dusty conditions Change the engine oil filter more often in dirty or dusty conditions Before storage Charge the battery and disconnect the battery cables Perform all maintenance...

Page 32: ...rake refer to Park Position page 13 2 Shut off the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Clean the grease fittings Figure 27 and Figure 28 with a rag Note Scrape any paint off the front of the fitting s g032432 Figure 27 1 Front caster tire decal106 8717 Figure 28 Located on the seat pan underside 1 Read the instructions before servicin...

Page 33: ...ment Servicing the Paper Air Cleaner Element Service Interval Every 100 hours Clean the paper air cleaner element more often in dirty or dusty conditions Every 200 hours Replace the paper air cleaner element more often in dirty or dusty conditions 1 Clean the paper element by tapping it gently to remove dust Note If it is very dirty replace the paper element with a new one 2 Inspect the element fo...

Page 34: ...s Change the engine oil Every 100 hours Change the engine oil more often in dirty or dusty conditions 1 Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly lower than the opposite side to ensure that the oil drains completely 2 Disengage the blade control switch PTO and engage the parking brake 3 Shut off the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating ...

Page 35: ...l filter more often in dirty or dusty conditions 1 Drain the oil from the engine refer to Changing the Engine Oil page 34 2 Change the engine oil filter Figure 34 g027477 Figure 34 Note Ensure that the oil filter gasket touches the engine and then turn the oil filter an extra 3 4 turn 3 Fill the crankcase with the proper type of new oil Figure 33 35 ...

Page 36: ... Figure 35 g027478 Figure 35 Checking the Spark Plug Important Do not clean the spark plug s Always replace the spark plug s when it has a black coating worn electrodes an oily film or cracks 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 Set the gap to 0 75 mm 0 03 inch g206628 Figure 36 Inst...

Page 37: ...el related precautions Replacing the In Line Fuel Filter Service Interval Every 100 hours Replace the in line fuel filter Never install a dirty filter after removing it from the fuel line 1 Park the machine on a level surface disengage the blade control switch PTO and engage the parking brake 2 Shut off the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating po...

Page 38: ...face disengage the blade control switch PTO and engage the parking brake 2 Shut off 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 39 Note Retain all fasteners WARNING Incorrectly removing the cables from battery could damage the ma...

Page 39: ... terminal 3 Using the fasteners previously removed install the negative battery cable to the negative battery terminal 4 Slide the red terminal boot onto the positive red battery post 5 Secure the battery with the hold down Figure 39 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 ...

Page 40: ...e manufacturer on the sidewall of the caster wheel tires Inflate the rear drive wheel tires to 90 kPa 13 psi g000554 Figure 42 1 Valve stem Releasing the Electric Brake You can manually release the electric brake by rotating the link arms forward Once the electric brake is energized the brake resets 1 Turn the key to the OFF position or disconnect the battery 2 Locate the shaft on the electric bra...

Page 41: ...ng parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Set the height of cut at the lowest cutting position 38 mm 1 1 2 inches 4 For machines with a 107 cm 42 inch deck remove the pulley covers Figure 44 g032555 Figure 44 1 Cover 2 Screw 5 Using a spring removal tool Toro Part No 92 5771 remove the idler spring from the deck hook to remove tension on the idler pulley and roll the belt off the pu...

Page 42: ...gage the parking brake 2 Shut off the engine remove the key and disconnect the spark plug wires from the spark plugs Inspecting the Blades Service Interval Before each use or daily 1 Inspect the cutting edges Figure 46 2 If the edges are not sharp or have nicks remove and sharpen the blade refer to Sharpening the Blades page 44 3 Inspect the blades especially in the curved area 4 If you notice any...

Page 43: ... surface 3 Second measured distance between blade and surface B A If the difference between A and B is greater than 3 mm 1 8 inch replace the blade with a new blade refer to Removing the Blades page 43 and Installing the Blades page 44 Note If a bent blade is replaced with a new blade and the dimension obtained continues to exceed 3 mm 1 8 inch the blade spindle could be bent Contact an Authorized...

Page 44: ...of the mower to ensure proper cutting 2 Install the curved washer cupped side toward the blade and the blade bolt Figure 51 3 Torque the blade bolt to 47 to 88 N m 35 to 65 ft lb Leveling the Mower Deck Check to ensure that the mower deck is level any time you install the mower or when you see an uneven cut on your lawn Check the mower deck for bent blades prior to leveling remove and replace any ...

Page 45: ...Front to Rear Blade Slope Check the front to rear blade level any time you install the mower If the front of the mower is more than 7 9 mm 5 16 inch lower than the rear of the mower adjust the blade level using the following instructions 1 Park the machine on a level surface disengage the blade control switch PTO and engage the parking brake 2 Shut off the engine remove the key and wait for all mo...

Page 46: ...a level surface disengage the blade control switch PTO and engage the parking brake 2 Shut off the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Lower the height of cut lever to the lowest position 4 Remove the hairpin cotter from the front support rod and remove the rod from the deck bracket Figure 58 g014635 Figure 58 1 Front support rod 3 De...

Page 47: ...spect the grass deflector for damage WARNING An uncovered discharge opening could allow the machine to throw objects toward you or bystanders resulting in serious injury Also contact with the blade could occur Never operate the machine without the grass deflector the discharge cover or the grass collection system in place 1 Remove the nut 3 8 inch from the rod under the mower Figure 60 g005192 Fig...

Page 48: ...derside of the mower deck after each use to prevent grass buildup for improved mulch action and clipping dispersal 1 Park the machine on a level surface disengage the blade control switch PTO and engage the parking brake 2 Shut off the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Attach the hose coupling to the end of the mower washout fitting...

Page 49: ...e operating position 3 Remove grass clippings dirt and grime from the external parts of the entire machine especially the engine and hydraulic system Clean dirt and chaff from the outside of the engine cylinder head fins and blower housing Important You can wash the machine with mild detergent and water Do not pressure wash the machine Avoid excessive use of water especially near the control panel...

Page 50: ... Repair or replace any part that is damaged 15 Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces Paint is available from your Authorized Service Dealer 16 Store the machine in a clean dry garage or storage area Remove the key from the switch and keep it out of reach of children or other unauthorized users Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean Storing the Battery 1 Fully charge the battery 2 L...

Page 51: ... choke lever to the ON position 3 The air cleaner is dirty 3 Clean or replace the air cleaner element 4 The spark plug wire s is loose or disconnected 4 Install the wire s on the spark plug 5 The spark plug s is pitted fouled or the gap is incorrect 5 Install 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 ...

Page 52: ...ne vibrates abnormally 7 The motor mount is loose or worn 7 Contact an Authorized Service Dealer 1 The blade s is not sharp 1 Sharpen the blade s 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 roller if applicable is not set correctly 4 Adjust the anti scalp wheel height 5 The underside ...

Page 53: ...Schematics g028022 Electrical Diagram Rev A 53 ...

Page 54: ...Notes ...

Page 55: ...to restaurants grocery stores hotels schools and hospitals and on a wide variety of products Additionally some online and mail order retailers provide Prop 65 warnings on their websites or in catalogs How do the California warnings compare to federal limits Prop 65 standards are often more stringent than federal and international standards There are various substances that require a Prop 65 warnin...

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