Toro TimeCutter MX 4260, Operator'S Manual

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This manual uses two other words to highlight
information.
Important calls attention to special
mechanical information and Note emphasizes general
information worthy of special attention.
Contents
Introduction................................................................. 2
Safety ........................................................................... 4
Safe Operating Practices ....................................... 4
Toro Riding Mower Safety .................................... 6
Slope Indicator..................................................... 7
Safety and Instructional Decals ............................. 8
Product Overview ...................................................... 13
Controls ............................................................. 14
Operation................................................................... 15
Think Safety First ............................................... 15
Before Starting ................................................... 17
Starting the Engine ............................................. 18
Operating the Blades .......................................... 19
Testing the Safety Interlock System ..................... 19
Stopping the Engine ........................................... 20
Driving............................................................... 20
Stopping the Machine......................................... 22
Adjusting the Height of Cut ................................ 22
Positioning the Seat ............................................ 22
Adjusting the Motion Control Levers .................. 22
Pushing the Machine by Hand............................. 23
Grass Deflector .................................................. 23
Operating Tips ................................................... 24
Maintenance............................................................... 26
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ................ 26
Premaintenance Procedures.................................... 27
Raising the Seat .................................................. 27
Lubrication............................................................. 27
Greasing the Bearings......................................... 27
Engine Maintenance............................................... 28
Servicing the Air Cleaner .................................... 28
Servicing the Engine Oil ..................................... 29
Servicing the Spark Plug ..................................... 31
Cleaning the Cooling System............................... 32
Fuel System Maintenance ....................................... 32
Replacing the In-line Fuel Filter .......................... 32
Electrical System Maintenance................................ 33
Charging the Battery........................................... 33
Servicing the Fuses ............................................. 34
Drive System Maintenance ..................................... 35
Checking the Tire Pressure ................................. 35
Releasing the Electric Brake ................................ 35
Mower Maintenance ............................................... 36
Servicing the Cutting Blades ............................... 36
Leveling the Mower Deck ................................... 39
Removing the Mower ......................................... 41
Mower Belt Maintenance .................................... 41
Installing the Mower........................................... 42
Replacing the Grass Deflector............................. 42
Cleaning ................................................................. 44
Washing the Underside of the Mower .................. 44
Storage ....................................................................... 45
Cleaning and Storage .......................................... 45
Troubleshooting......................................................... 46
Schematics ................................................................. 48
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