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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.

92-7108

92-7109

93-1122

99-3943

1. Engine

108-8520

106-2224

1. Throttle

7. Headlights

2. Choke

8. Engine—stop

3. Fast

9. Engine—run

4. Continuous variable setting10. Engine—start

5. Slow

11. Ignition

6. Power take-off (PTO), Blade

control switch on some

models

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Summary of Contents for TimeCutter Z480

Page 1: ...Form No 3352 214 Rev A TimeCutter Z480 Riding Mower For Riding Mower Model No 74353 Serial No 260000001 and Up Register your product at www Toro com Original Instructions EN ...

Page 2: ...ntroduction Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and product damage You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely You may contact Toro directly at www Toro com for product and accessory information help finding a dealer or to register your product Whenever you need service genuine Toro parts or additional ...

Page 3: ...intenance Schedule s 20 Premaintenance Procedures 21 Removing and Installing the Engine Hood 21 Lubrication 21 Greasing the Bearings 21 Engine Maintenance 21 Servicing the Air Cleaner 21 Servicing the Engine Oil 23 Servicing the Spark Plug 24 Fuel System Maintenance 25 Draining the Fuel Tank 25 Replacing the Fuel Filter 26 Electrical System Maintenance 26 Servicing the Battery 27 Servicing the Fus...

Page 4: ... gravel surfaces Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place Be alert slow down and use caution when making turns Look behind and to the side before changing directions Never leave a running machine unattended Always turn off blades set parking brake stop engine and remove key before dismounting Turn off blades when not mowing Stop the engine and wait for...

Page 5: ...seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the mower Never allow children to operate the machine Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees the end of a fence or other objects that may obscure vision Towing Tow only with a machine ...

Page 6: ...e safety and instruction decals as necessary Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure that original standards are maintained 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 ANSI standards Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxi...

Page 7: ...Slope Chart 7 ...

Page 8: ... any area of potential danger Replace any decal that is damaged or lost 92 7108 92 7109 93 1122 99 3943 1 Engine 108 8520 106 2224 1 Throttle 7 Headlights 2 Choke 8 Engine stop 3 Fast 9 Engine run 4 Continuous variable setting10 Engine start 5 Slow 11 Ignition 6 Power take off PTO Blade control switch on some models 8 ...

Page 9: ...stance from the battery 2 No re open ame 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 Manufacturer s Mark 1 Indicates the b...

Page 10: ...ion control levers 5 Mower deck 8 Front castor wheel 3 Control panel 6 Anti scalp wheel 9 Rear drive wheel Controls Become familiar with all of the controls Figure 4 and Figure 5 before you start the engine and operate the machine Figure 4 1 Motion control lever 3 Gas tank cap 2 Height of cut lever 10 ...

Page 11: ...r take off 2 Throttle Choke Parking Brake The parking brake is automatically set when the motion control levers are in the brake position Always position the motion control levers into the brake position when you stop the machine or leave it unattended 11 ...

Page 12: ...e minimum Leaded regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not available Important Never use methanol gasoline containing methanol or gasohol containing more than 10 ethanol because the fuel system could be damaged Do not mix oil with gasoline In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage ...

Page 13: ...nditioner in the machine to provide the following benefits Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 30 days or less For longer storage it is recommended that the fuel tank be drained 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 gas stabilize...

Page 14: ... moving the blade control switch to Off Figure 7 3 Turn the ignition key to Off Figure 9 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 fuel shut off valve under the front of the fuel tank before transporting or storing the machine Important Make sure the fuel shut off valve is c...

Page 15: ...he blade control switch to Off 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 While sitting on the seat move the blade control switch to Off and lock the motion control levers in neutral Start the engine While the engine is running engage the blade control switch and rise slightly fro...

Page 16: ... neutral and separate to the brake position disengage the blade control switch ensure the throttle is in the fast position and turn the ignition key to off Remember to remove the key from the ignition switch Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the mower while it is unattended Always remove the ignition key and move the motion control levers to the brake positio...

Page 17: ...ith the 2 bolts Figure 14 Figure 14 1 Control lever 3 Control arm shaft 2 Bolt 3 Repeat the adjustment for the opposite control lever Pushing the Machine by Hand Important Always push the machine by hand Never tow the machine because damage may occur To Push the Machine 1 Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch 2 Move the motion control levers outward to engage t...

Page 18: ...ctor from the mower because the grass deflector routes material down toward the turf If the grass deflector is ever damaged replace it immediately Never put your hands or feet under the mower Never try to clear discharge area or mower blades unless you move the blade control switch to Off and rotate the ignition key to Off Also remove the key and pull the wire off the spark plug s Operating Tips Fas...

Page 19: ...r normal setting When Stopping If the machine s forward motion must be stopped while mowing a clump of grass clippings may drop onto your lawn To avoid this move onto a previously cut area with the blades engaged Keep the Underside of the Mower Clean Clean clippings and dirt from the underside of the mower after each use If grass and dirt build up inside the mower cutting quality will eventually b...

Page 20: ...0 hours Change the engine oil Every 100 hours Replace the paper air lter element more often in dirty or dusty conditions Change the oil lter Replace spark plug Replace fuel lter Before storage Drain the fuel tank Charge the battery and disconnect battery cables Perform all maintenance procedures listed above before storage Paint any chipped surfaces Important Refer to your engine operator s manual...

Page 21: ... machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch 2 Move the motion control levers to the brake position stop the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Clean the grease fittings Figure 19 and Figure 20 with a rag Make sure to scrape any paint off of the front of the fitting s Figure 19 1 Front caster tire Figure 20 4 Conn...

Page 22: ...ent from the blower housing Figure 22 Figure 22 1 Paper element 4 Tab 2 Foam element 5 Slot 3 Air cleaner cover 6 Blower housing Cleaning the Foam Element 1 Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm water When the element is clean rinse it thoroughly 2 Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth Do not oil the element Important Replace the foam element if it is torn or worn Important Do n...

Page 23: ...pstick 3 Oil drain valve 2 Filler tube 3 Unscrew the oil dipstick and wipe the end clean Figure 25 Figure 25 1 Oil dipstick 2 Metal end 4 Screw the oil dipstick fully onto the fill hole Unscrew the dipstick pull it out and look at the end If the oil level is low slowly pour only enough oil into the fill hole to raise the level to but not over the Full mark on the dipstick Important Do not overfill th...

Page 24: ...e engine refer to Changing and Draining the Oil in Engine Maintenance page 21 2 Remove the old filter and wipe the filter adapter gasket surface Figure 27 3 Apply a thin coat of clean oil to the rubber gasket on the replacement filter Figure 27 Figure 27 1 Oil lter 3 Adapter 2 Gasket 4 Install the replacement oil filter to the filter adapter Turn the oil filter clockwise until the rubber gasket contacts...

Page 25: ...air gap is set correctly 2 Tighten the spark plug to 30 ft lb 41 N m 3 Push the wire onto the spark plug Figure 28 Fuel System Maintenance Draining the Fuel Tank In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property Drain gasoline from the fuel tank when the engine is cold Do this outdoors in an op...

Page 26: ...sengage the blade control switch 2 Move the motion control levers to the brake position stop the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Close the fuel shut off valve located under the front of the fuel tank 4 Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together and slide them away from the filter Figure 31 Figure 31 1 Hose clamp 3 Filter 2 Fuel l...

Page 27: ...y 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 32 6 Remove the battery hold down Figure 32 and lift the battery from the battery tray Figure 32 1 B...

Page 28: ...amp 4 Battery Drive System Maintenance Checking the Tire Pressure Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified Uneven tire pressure can cause uneven cut Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 50 operating hours or monthly whichever occurs first Figure 35 Check the tires when they are cold to get the most accurate pressure reading Rear Tires 13 psi 90 kPa Front Tires c...

Page 29: ...e from a level surface to the cutting edge position A of the blades Figure 37 Note this dimension Figure 37 2 Rotate the opposite ends of the blades forward 3 Measure from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blades at the same position as in step 1 The difference between the dimensions obtained in steps 1 and 2 must not exceed 1 8 inch 3 mm If this dimension exceeds 1 8 inch 3 mm the blade ...

Page 30: ...upward toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting 2 Install the small flat washer and the blade nut Figure 38 Torque the blade nut to 80 100 ft lb 108 135 N m Leveling the Mower from Side to Side The mower blades must be level from side to side Check the side to side level any time you install the mower or when you see an uneven cut on your lawn 1 Park the machine on a level surface an...

Page 31: ...ing position 3 Check the air pressure of all four tires If needed adjust to the recommended inflation refer to Checking the Tire Pressure in Drive System Maintenance page 28 4 Check and adjust the side to side blade level if you have not checked the setting refer to Leveling the Mower from Side to Side 5 Measure the length of the rod extending out of the adjusting block on the sides of the chassis ...

Page 32: ...ighten the lock nuts and check the side to side level of the mower refer to Leveling the Mower from Side to Side Removing the Mower Note Before removing the mower make a note for which holes are used in the leveling brackets Figure 47 1 Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch 2 Move the motion control levers to the brake position stop the engine remove the key an...

Page 33: ... 2 Move the motion control levers to the brake position stop the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Set the height of cut at 1 1 inch 25 mm 4 Remove the belt covers over the outside spindles Figure 48 Figure 48 1 Mower belt 4 Spring 2 Idler arm 5 Engine pulley 3 Outside pulley 6 Belt cover 5 Pull the idler pulley in the direction sho...

Page 34: ...u install a cover plate a mulch plate or a grass chute and catcher 1 Remove the locknut bolt spacer and spring holding the deflector to the mower brackets Figure 49 Remove the damaged or worn grass deflector Figure 49 1 Mower bracket 4 Grass de ector 2 Spring hook end 5 Bolt 3 Space for spring 6 Locknut 2 Align the grass deflector with the holes in the brackets and the spring and spacer straight ends...

Page 35: ...e 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 the mower is not clean after one washing soak it and l...

Page 36: ...tioner 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 refer to Draining the Fuel Tank in Fuel System Maintenance page 25 Restart the engine and run it until it stops Choke or prime the engine Start and run the engine until it will not ...

Page 37: ...5 Dirt water or stale fuel is in fuel system 5 Contact an Authorized Service Dealer 1 The blade control switch is engaged 1 Move the blade control switch to Disengaged 2 The motion control levers are not in the brake position 2 Move the motion control levers to the brake position 3 The operator is not seated 3 Sit on the seat 4 The battery is dead 4 Charge the battery 5 The electrical connections ...

Page 38: ...low 10 Add oil to the crankcase 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 ns and air passages under the engine blower housing are plugged 4 Remove the obstruction from the cooling ns and air passages 5 The spark plug s is pitted fouled or the gap is...

Page 39: ... 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 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...

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Page 43: ...cheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions must be warranted for the warranty period of two years If any such part fails during the period of warranty coverage it must be repaired or replaced by The Toro Company Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty must be warranted for a time not less than the remaining warranty period B Any warranted part that i...

Page 44: ...66 216 6030 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 other express warranty except for special emission system coverage on some products This express warranty do...

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