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Form No. 3362-426 Rev A

TITAN

ZX5400 Zero-Turn-Radius

Riding Mower

Model No. 74914—Serial No. 290000001 and Up

G009968

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Page 1: ...ITAN ZX5400 Zero Turn Radius Riding Mower Model No 74914 Serial No 290000001 and Up G009968 To register your product or download an Operator s Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge go to www Toro com O...

Page 2: ...ntion to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention Contents Introduction 2 Safety 3 Safe Operation Practices for Ride on riding Rotary Lawnmowe...

Page 3: ...ty instructions and always pay attention to the safety alert symbol which means CAUTION WARNING or DANGER personal safety instruction Failure to comply with the instruction may result in personal inju...

Page 4: ...on grass slopes requires particular care To guard against overturning do not stop or start suddenly when going up or downhill use low speeds on slopes and during tight turns stay alert for humps and...

Page 5: ...15 degrees Do not mow near drop offs ditches steep banks or water Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers which may result in serious injury death or drowning Do not mow slopes when grass is we...

Page 6: ...Slope Chart 6...

Page 7: ...ass lever position for pushing the machine 115 9632 1 Power take off PTO Blade control switch on some models 5 Fast 2 Blade control switch On 6 Continuous variable setting 3 Blade control switch Off 7...

Page 8: ...644 1 Press the pedal and lift the height of cut lever to unlock the deck position 2 Height of cut 3 Press the pedal to move the deck to the transport position Battery Symbols Some or all of these sym...

Page 9: ...hazard avoid sudden and sharp turns while on slopes only mow across slopes less than 15 degrees keep a safe distance from water and only mow up and down slopes less than 15 degrees 6 Cutting dismember...

Page 10: ...115 9628 1 Fuel 2 Full 3 Half 4 Empty 10...

Page 11: ...4 Fuel gauge 7 Anti scalp roller 10 Control panel 2 Operator seat 5 Footrest 8 Deflector 3 Parking brake 6 Front caster wheel 9 Foot pedal deck lift and height of cut G010009 1 2 3 4 5 6 Figure 4 1 Ga...

Page 12: ...O symbol engages and disengages power to the mower blades Figure 5 Hour Meter The hour meter records the number of hours the blades have operated It operates when the blade control switch PTO is engag...

Page 13: ...s in the safety section Knowing this information could help you your family pets or bystanders avoid injury Mowing on wet grass or steep slopes can cause sliding and loss of control Wheels dropping ov...

Page 14: ...gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property Fill the fuel tank outdoors in an open area when the engine is cold Wipe up any gasoline that spills Never fill the fuel tank inside an enclos...

Page 15: ...tioner opening Keep gas away from eyes and skin Using Stabilizer Conditioner Use a fuel stabilizer conditioner in the machine to provide the following benefits Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 9...

Page 16: ...gine crankcase refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level Operating the Parking Brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended Setting the Parking Brake G010078 1 2 Fi...

Page 17: ...been without fuel completely STA RT RU N STO P G008947 Figure 14 2 Turn the ignition key to stop to stop the engine Starting and Stopping the Engine Starting the Engine 1 Sit down on the seat Figure...

Page 18: ...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 STA R T R U N STO P G010081 2 3 4 5 1 Figure 17 Operating t...

Page 19: ...lade control switch to On Try starting the engine the engine should not crank 2 While sitting on the seat engage the parking brake and move the blade control switch to Off Move either motion control l...

Page 20: ...ved with the parking brake engaged 1 Release the parking brake refer to Releasing the Parking Brake in Operation 2 Move the levers to the center unlocked position 3 To go forward slowly push the motio...

Page 21: ...specific cutting height Using the Foot Pedal Deck Lift System Press the pedal down to raise the deck continue to press the pedal until the deck is locked in the transport position Figure 23 Push on t...

Page 22: ...ge the transport lock Lower the deck to slowly until the pin makes contact with the lever Adjusting the Anti Scalp Rollers Whenever you change the height of cut it is recommended to adjust the height...

Page 23: ...levers can be adjusted higher or lower for maximum operator comfort 1 Remove the 2 bolts holding the control lever to the control arm shaft Figure 28 2 Move the control lever to the next set of holes...

Page 24: ...his on each side of the machine 5 Move the motion control levers inward to the neutral position The machine is now able to be pushed by hand G010230 G011394 2 3 4 1 5 Figure 30 1 Bypass lever decal 3...

Page 25: ...the left baffle to the deck G011149 1 1 2 3 4 Figure 31 1 Lock nut 5 16 inch 3 Left baffle 2 Carriage bolt 5 16 x 3 4 inch 4 Install fasteners here 7 Remove the left baffle from the mower deck as sho...

Page 26: ...of the discharge plate Install the baffle at the side discharge opening on the mower deck Figure 34 Figure 34 1 Carriage bolt shipped loose 3 Cut off baffle existing 2 Rear holes in the discharge pla...

Page 27: ...te fall when grass grows more slowly Mowing Direction Alternate mowing direction to keep the grass standing straight This also helps disperse clippings which enhances decomposition and fertilization M...

Page 28: ...sease Check the cutter blades daily for sharpness and for any wear or damage File down any nicks and sharpen the blades as necessary If a blade is damaged or worn replace it immediately with a genuine...

Page 29: ...hours Service the paper element more often in dusty dirty conditions Change the engine oil more often in dusty dirty conditions Check the spark plug s Every 200 hours Replace the paper element more of...

Page 30: ...e every 25 hours 3 Check the drive wheel tire pressure every 25 hours 6 Lubricate the caster wheel every 25 hours Premaintenance Procedures Raising the Seat Make sure the motion control levers are loc...

Page 31: ...ipe up any excess grease Engine Maintenance Contact with hot surfaces may cause personal injury Keep hands feet face clothing and other body parts away the muffler and other hot surfaces Servicing the...

Page 32: ...d thoroughly Servicing the Engine Oil Oil Type Detergent oil API service SF SG SH SJ or SL Crankcase Capacity 1 9 qt 1 8 l when oil filter is removed 2 2 qt 2 1 l Viscosity See the table below SAE Vis...

Page 33: ...rs Change the engine oil more often in dusty dirty conditions Note Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center 1 Start the engine and let it run five minutes This warms the oil so it drains better 2...

Page 34: ...ore often in dusty dirty conditions Note Change the engine oil filter more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy 1 Drain the oil from the engine refer to Changing the Engin...

Page 35: ...t accessible when the blower housing is removed for cleaning Checking the Spark Plug Important Never clean the spark plug s Always replace the spark plug s when it has a black coating worn electrodes...

Page 36: ...th plastic ties the same as they were originally installed at the factory to keep the fuel line away from components that could cause fuel line damage Electrical System Maintenance Servicing the Batte...

Page 37: ...Remove the clamp Figure 48 7 Remove the battery Installing the Battery 1 Position battery in the tray with the terminal posts opposite from the hydraulic tank Figure 48 2 First install the positive r...

Page 38: ...component circuit for a malfunction or short Fuses Main 30 amp blade type Engine 20 amp blade type Open fuse location for accessory fuse not supplied 1 The fuses are located on right hand console next...

Page 39: ...engine oil Important Use oil specified or equivalent Other fluids could cause system damage Checking the Hydraulic Oil Level Service Interval Every 25 hours Check expansion reservoir and if necessary...

Page 40: ...ter the first 50 hours Every 400 hours G008748 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 Figure 54 1 Apply a thin coat of oil on the surface of the rubber seal of each filter 2 Turn the filter clockwise until rubber seal conta...

Page 41: ...ing the 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...

Page 42: ...edge and the level surface the machine is on G009679 1 2 3 Figure 57 1 Deck 3 Blade 2 Spindle housing 3 Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface here G009680 1 2 3 Figure 58 1 Blade in p...

Page 43: ...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 safe...

Page 44: ...control switch 2 Move the motion control levers outward to the neutral lock position stop the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Caref...

Page 45: ...en tighten the four leveling adjust locking nuts Figure 67 G010342 1 2 3 4 1 6 5 3 Figure 67 1 Deck lift arm 4 Slot in deck hanger 2 Deck hanger 5 Slot in rear deck hanger bracket 3 Leveling adjust lo...

Page 46: ...5 Figure 69 1 Spring removal tool Toro part no 92 5771 4 Idler arm 2 Idler spring 5 Mower belt 3 Deck post 7 Lower the mower to the lowest height of cut Place the height of cut pin in the lock positi...

Page 47: ...to the lowest height of cut Select one of the following procedures depending on the mower deck size installed to complete the removal 1 Move the spring loaded J hooks out of the slot in the rear hange...

Page 48: ...he operator 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 mulch plate discharge deflector or grass c...

Page 49: ...tall the cotter pin Figure 74 Cleaning Washing the Underside of the Mower Service Interval Before each use or daily Clean the mower housing Wash the underside of the mower after each use to prevent gr...

Page 50: ...m the washout fitting Note If the mower is not clean after one washing soak it and let it stand for 30 minutes Then repeat the process 8 Run the mower again for one to three minutes to remove excess w...

Page 51: ...sh the mower with a garden hose Note Run the machine with the blade control switch PTO engaged and the engine at high idle for 2 to 5 minutes after washing 11 Check the condition of the blades refer t...

Page 52: ...eplace seat if needed 9 Electrical connections are corroded loose or faulty 9 Check the electrical connections for good contact Clean connector terminals thoroughly with electrical contact cleaner app...

Page 53: ...vice Dealer 6 Blade spindle is bent 6 Contact an Authorized Service Dealer Abnormal vibration 7 Motor mount is loose or worn 7 Contact an Authorized Service Dealer 1 Blade s not sharp 1 Sharpen the bl...

Page 54: ...Schematics G011398 Wire Diagram Rev A 54...

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Page 56: ...the product If for any reason it is impossible for you to contact your seller you may contact any Toro Authorized Distributor to arrange service 2 Bring the product and your proof of purchase sales r...

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