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Form No. 3381-503 Rev B
TimeCutter® ZS 5000TF Riding
Mower
Model No. 74395—Serial No. 314000001 and Up
Register at www.Toro.com.
Original Instructions (EN)
*3381-503* B
Introduction
This machine is a ride-on, rotary-blade lawnmower intended
to be used by homeowners in residential applications. It is
primarily designed for cutting grass on well-maintained lawns.
It is not designed for cutting brush, mowing grass and other
growth alongside highways, or for agricultural uses.
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.
WARNING
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product
and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register
your product.
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
This product contains a chemical or chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional
information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro
Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of
your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the
model and serial numbers on the product. Write the numbers
in the space provided.
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
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Important: This engine is not equipped with a spark
arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public
Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate the engine
on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered
land. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.
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WARNING
Figure 1
Under the seat
Removing standard original equipment parts and
accessories may alter the warranty, traction, and
safety of the machine. Failure to use original Toro
parts could cause serious injury or death. Making
unauthorized changes to the engine, fuel or venting
system, may violate EPA and CARB regulations.
1. Model and serial number plate
Write the product model and serial numbers in the space
below:
Replace all parts including, but not limited to, tires,
belts, blades, and fuel system components with
original Toro parts.
Model No.
Serial No.
The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is supplied for
information regarding the US Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) and the California Emission Control
Regulation of emission systems, maintenance, and
warranty. Replacements may be ordered through the
engine manufacturer.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety
messages identified by the safety alert symbol (Figure 2),
which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death
if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
For models with stated engine horsepower, the gross
horsepower of the engine was laboratory tested by the engine
manufacturer in accordance with SAE J1995 and rated to
J2723.
Figure 2
1. Safety alert symbol.
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical information
and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special
attention.
© 2014—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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Contact us at www.Toro.com.
Printed in the USA.
All Rights Reserved
Contents
Inspecting the Belts ................................................46
Replacing the Mower Belt ........................................46
Cleaning ...................................................................47
Washing the Underside of the Mower ........................47
Storage ........................................................................48
Cleaning and Storage ..............................................48
Troubleshooting ...........................................................49
Schematics ...................................................................51
Introduction .................................................................. 2
Safety ........................................................................... 4
Safe Operating Practices........................................... 4
Toro Riding Mower Safety ........................................ 6
Slope Indicator ....................................................... 7
Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 8
Product Overview .........................................................12
Controls ...............................................................12
Operation ....................................................................14
Adding Fuel...........................................................14
Checking the Engine-oil Level..................................15
Breaking In a New Machine .....................................15
Think Safety First ...................................................15
Starting the Engine .................................................16
Operating the Blades...............................................17
Testing the Safety-interlock System ...........................18
Stopping the Engine ...............................................18
Driving .................................................................19
Stopping the Machine .............................................20
Adjusting the Height-of-Cut ....................................21
Adjusting the Anti-scalp Rollers................................21
Positioning the Seat ................................................21
Adjusting the Motion-control Levers.........................22
Pushing the Machine by Hand ..................................22
Converting to Side-discharge Mode...........................23
Operating Tips ......................................................25
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..........................................28
Servicing the Spark Plug ..........................................30
Cleaning the Cooling System....................................31
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
Hydraulic System Maintenance ....................................36
Checking the Hydraulic Oil Level..............................36
Changing the Hydraulic-system Oil and
Filters................................................................36
Mower Maintenance ...................................................39
Servicing the Cutting Blades.....................................39
Leveling the Mower Deck ........................................41
Removing the Mower..............................................43
Installing the Mower ...............................................44
Replacing the Grass Deflector ..................................44
Mower Belt Maintenance ............................................46
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Safety
• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner
can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions, and pay attention to
the safety alert symbol , which means Caution, Warning, or
Danger—“personal safety instruction.” Failure to comply
with the instructions may result in personal injury or
death.
•
Important: This machine was manufactured according
to the appropriate regulatory standards in effect at the
time of manufacture. Modifying this machine in any
way may cause it to be out of compliance with those
standards and with the instructions in this Operator’s
Manual. Modifications to this machine should only be
made by either the manufacturer or an Authorized Toro
Dealer.
•
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet. Follow
all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death.
•
•
•
The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for accidents
or injuries occurring to people, or damage to property.
•
Important: The addition of attachments made by
other manufacturers that do not meet American
National Standards Institute certification will cause
noncompliance of this machine.
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•
Safe Operating Practices
•
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to
avoid serious injury or death.
•
•
The following instructions are adapted from ANSI standard
B71.1-2012. All the language within this ANSI standard
applies to this machine; however, due to the application of
the standard across many different types of products some
statements can seem general or misleading. In these instances,
Toro has refined the statement to convey the meaning of the
standard while better matching the product this Operator's
Manual pertains. Safety information in addition to the
instructions found in the ANSI standard below can be found
in Toro Riding Mower Safety at the end of this section.
•
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General Operation
Slope Operation
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the
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•
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Always look down and behind before and while backing
up.
Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not
point it at anyone. Avoid discharging material against a
wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward
the operator. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel
surfaces.
Do not operate the machine without deflector, discharge
cover or entire grass collection system in place and
working.
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, wait
for all parts to come to a complete stop and remove the
key before cleaning the machine, removing the grass
catcher or unclogging the discharge chute.
Operate the machine only in daylight or good artificial
light.
Do not operate the machine while under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.
Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing
roadways.
Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck.
Always wear eye protection when operating the mower.
Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are
involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related
injuries. Operators should evaluate their ability to operate
the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and
others from serious injury.
Always follow the recommendations for any application
of counterweights.
Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If lightning
is seen or thunder is heard in the area, do not operate
the machine; seek shelter.
operator's manual and on the machine before starting.
Do not place hands or feet near rotating parts or under
the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
Allow only responsible adults who are familiar with the
instructions to operate the machine.
Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,
which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.
Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing.
Stop the machine if anyone enters the area.
Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and
tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.
Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If you cannot
back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.
• Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
• Watch for ditches, holes, rocks, dips, and rises that change
the operating angle, as rough terrain could overturn the
machine.
• Choose a low ground speed so you will not have to stop
while operating on a slope.
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Towing Safety
• Do not mow slopes when grass is wet. Slippery
conditions reduce traction and could cause sliding and
loss of control.
• Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point.
• Follow the attachment manufacturer's recommendation
• Always keep the drive wheels engaged when going down
for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on
slopes. Towed weight must not exceed the weight of the
machine, operator, and ballast. Use counterweights or
wheel weights as described in the attachment, or in the
pulling machine Operator’s Manual.
slopes.
• Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes.
• Do not make sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
• Remove or mark obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
• Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.
• On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause
from the mowing area. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
• Avoid sudden starts when mowing uphill because the
loss of traction, increased risk of rollover, and loss of
control. Reduce the towed weight and slow down.
mower may tip backwards.
• Be aware that loss of traction may occur going downhill.
• Stopping distance increases with the weight of the towed
Weight transfer to the front wheels may cause drive
wheels to slip and cause loss of braking and steering.
load. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.
• Make wide turns to keep the attachment clear of the
• Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on a slope. If
machine.
tires lose traction, stop the machine, disengage the blades
and proceed slowly off the slope.
Service
• Use extreme care with grass catchers or other attachments.
Safe Handling of Gasoline:
These can change the stability of the machine and cause
loss of control.
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extra care
when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable
and the vapors are explosive.
• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot
on the ground.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, steep banks or
of ignition.
water. Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers,
which may result in serious injury, death or drowning.
• Use only an approved container.
• Never remove the gas cap or add fuel when the engine is
• Use a walk behind mower and/or a hand trimmer near
drop-offs, ditches, steep banks or water.
running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
• Never refuel the machine indoors.
• Never store the machine or fuel container inside where
Children
there is an open flame, such as near a water heater or
furnace.
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 assume that children
will remain where you last saw them.
• Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the
ground away from your vehicle before filling.
• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of another responsible adult, not the
operator.
• Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer
and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then
refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather
than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
• Be alert and turn the machine off if children enter the
area.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank
• Before and while backing or changing direction, look
or container opening at all times until the fueling is
complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
behind, down, and side-to-side for small children.
• Never carry children, even with the blades off. They may
• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
• Never overfill the fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten
fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe
machine operation.
securely.
• 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.
General Service:
• Never operate a machine inside a closed area. Engine
• Never allow children to operate the machine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless,
deadly poison that can kill you.
• Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade attachment
trees, the end of a fence or other objects that may obscure
vision.
bolts. Keep equipment in good condition.
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Toro Riding Mower Safety
• Never interfere with the intended function of a safety
device or to reduce the protection provided by a safety
device. Check their proper operation regularly.
The following list contains safety information specific to Toro
products or other safety information that you must know that
may not be included in the ANSI standards.
• Keep the machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris
build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage fuel soaked debris.
Allow the machine to cool before storing.
• Stop the engine, move the motion control levers to neutral
and outward to the park position, disengage the blade
control switch, remove key before and disconnect spark
plug wire(s) performing any service, repairs, maintenance
or adjustments.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
• Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine
running.
• Keep hands, feet, hair, and loose clothing away from
attachment discharge area, underside of mower and any
moving parts while engine is running.
• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage
and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components
and replace with manufacturers' recommended parts,
when necessary.
• Do not touch equipment or attachment parts which may
be hot from operation. Allow to cool before attempting
to maintain, adjust or service.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or
• Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. Avoid
wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Protect your face,
eyes, and clothing when working with a battery.
• Check for proper brake operation frequently. Adjust and
service as required.
• Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks and
flames away from battery.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction decals as
necessary.
• Use only Toro approved attachments. Warranty may be
voided if used with unapproved attachments.
• Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure that
original standards are maintained.
• If loading the machine onto a trailer or truck, use a single,
full-width ramp only. The ramp angle should not exceed
15 degrees.
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Slope Indicator
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Figure 3
This page may be copied for personal use.
1. The maximum slope you can safely operate the machine on is 15 degrees. 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.
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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.
93-7009
1. Warning—don't operate the mower with the deflector up or
removed; keep the deflector in place.
2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower
blade—stay away from moving parts.
110-6691
1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance
from the machine.
2. Thrown object hazard, mower—do not operate without the
deflector, discharge cover, or grass collection system in
place.
3. Cutting/dismemberment of hand or foot—stay away from
moving parts.
99-3943
1. Engine
112-9840
1. Read the Operator's
Manual.
3. Remove the ignition key
and read the instructions
before servicing or
performing maintenance.
2. Height of cut
106-8717
1. Read the instructions before servicing or performing
maintenance.
2. Check tire pressure every 25 operating hours.
114-1606
3. Grease every 25 operating hours.
1. Entanglement hazard, belt—keep all guards in place.
4. Engine
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119-8814
1. Parking position
4. Neutral
2. Fast
3. Slow
5. Reverse
121-2989
1. Bypass lever position for
pushing the machine
119-8815
1. Parking position
4. Neutral
2. Fast
3. Slow
5. Reverse
2. Bypass lever position for
operating the machine
Manufacturer's Mark
1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original
machine manufacturer.
Battery Symbols
Some or all of these symbols are on your battery
1. Explosion hazard
6. Keep bystanders a safe
distance from the battery.
2. No fire, open flame, or
smoking.
7. Wear eye protection;
explosive gases can
cause blindness and other
injuries
3. Caustic liquid/chemical
burn hazard
4. Wear eye protection
8. Battery acid can cause
blindness or severe burns.
9. Flush eyes immediately
with water and get medical
help fast.
5. Read the Operator's
Manual.
120-5470
1. Height-of-cut
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10. Contains lead; do not
discard.
120-5468
2. Fast speed
1. Slow speed
120-2239
1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual.
5. Warning—do not use split ramps, use a full ramps when
transporting machine.
2. Warning—read the instructions before servicing or performing
maintenance; move the motion control levers to the park
(brake) position, remove the ignition key and disconnect the
spark plug wire.
6. Loss of traction/control hazard, slopes—loss of traction/control
on a slope, disengage the blade control switch (PTO),
proceed off the slope slowly.
3. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, mower blade; entanglement
hazard, belt—stay away from moving parts, keep all guards
and shields in place.
7. Crushing/dismemberment hazard of bystanders, reversing;
crushing/dismemberment hazard of bystanders—do not carry
passengers, look behind and down when reversing.
4. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from
the machine, pick up debris before operating, keep deflector
in place.
8. Tipping hazard—do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees,
avoid sudden and sharp turns while on slopes.
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121-0773
1. Fast
2. Continuous variable setting
4. Choke
5. Power take-off (PTO), Blade control switch
3. Slow
109-7076
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Product Overview
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Figure 4
1. Deflector
5. Motion-control levers
2. Rear drive wheel
6. Operator seat
10. Engine guard
9. Engine
13. Anti-scalp roller
14. Smart Speed™ lever
3. Height-of-cut lever
7. Foot-assist lever (certain
models only)
11. Mower deck
15. Hydraulic reservoir
4. Control panel
8. Fuel-tank cap
12. Front caster wheel
Controls
Ignition Switch
Become familiar with all of the controls in Figure 4 and
Figure 5 before you start the engine and operate the machine.
The ignition switch has 3 positions: Off, Run, and Start. The
key will turn to Start and move back to Run upon release.
Turning the key to the Off position will stop the engine;
however, always remove the key when leaving the machine
to prevent someone from accidentally starting the engine
(Figure 5).
Throttle Control
The throttle controls the engine speed and it has a
continuous-variable setting from Slow to Fast (Figure 5).
Choke Control
Pull up on the Choke control until it stops to choke the
engine (Figure 5). Push down on the Choke control for
normal engine operation
Blade-control Switch (Power Take-Off)
Figure 5
Control Panel
1. Throttle
3. Blade-control switch
(power take-off)
2. Ignition switch
4. Choke
The blade-control switch, represented by a power take-off
(PTO) symbol, engages and disengages power to the mower
blades (Figure 5).
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Motion-control Levers and Parking
Brake Position
Height-of-Cut Lever
The height-of-cut lever allows the operator to lower and
raise the deck from the seated position. When the lever is
moved up (toward the operator), the deck is raised from the
ground, and when moved down (away from the operator), it
is lowered toward the ground. Only adjust the height-of-cut
while the machine is not moving (Figure 22).
The motion-control levers are speed-sensitive controls of
independent-wheel motors. Moving a lever forward or
backward turns the wheel on the same side forward or in
reverse; wheel speed is proportional to the amount the lever
is moved. Move the control levers outward from the center
to the park position, and exit the machine (Figure 18). Always
position the motion-control levers into the park position
when you stop the machine or leave it unattended.
Hour Meter
The hour meter records the number of hours when the
operator is in the seat and the ignition switch is in the ON
position (Figure 8).
Smart Speed™ Control System Lever
The Smart Speed™ Control System lever, located below the
operating position, gives the operator a choice to drive the
machine at 2 speed ranges—high and low (Figure 6).
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Figure 8
1. Hour meter location behind the seat
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Figure 6
1. Smart speed lever
Fuel-presence Window
The fuel window located on the left-hand side of the machine
can be used to verify the presence of gasoline in the tank
(Figure 7).
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Figure 7
1. Fuel-presence window
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Operation
DANGER
In certain conditions during fueling, static
electricity can be released causing a spark which
can ignite the gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion
from gasoline can burn you and others and can
damage property.
• 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-powered equipment
from the truck or trailer and refuel the equipment
with its wheels on the ground.
• If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment 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.
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
Adding Fuel
• For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than 30 days
old), unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or
higher ((R+M)/2 rating method).
• Ethanol: Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol)
or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) by volume
is acceptable. Ethanol and MTBE are not the same.
Gasoline with 15% ethanol (E15) by volume is not
approved for use. Never use gasoline that contains
more than 10% ethanol by volume, such as E15
(contains 15% ethanol), E20 (contains 20% ethanol), or
E85 (contains up to 85% ethanol ). Using unapproved
gasoline may cause performance problems and/or engine
damage which may not be covered under warranty.
• Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
• Do not store fuel either in the fuel tank or fuel containers
over the winter unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
• Do not add oil to gasoline.
DANGER
WARNING
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.
Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term
exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and
illness.
• Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
• Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank or
conditioner bottle opening.
• Avoid contact with skin; wash off spillage with
soap and water.
• 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 enclosed trailer.
• Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Add
gasoline to the fuel tank until the level is 6 to 13
mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch) below the bottom of the
filler neck. This empty space in the tank allows
gasoline to expand.
Using Stabilizer/Conditioner
Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to provide
the following benefits:
• Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 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
• Never smoke when handling gasoline, and stay
away from an open flame or where gasoline
fumes may be ignited by a spark.
• Store gasoline in an approved container and
keep it out of the reach of children. Never buy
more than a 30-day supply of gasoline.
Important: Do not use fuel additives containing
methanol or ethanol.
• Do not operate without entire exhaust system in
place and in proper working condition.
Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner to
the gas.
Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective
when mixed with fresh gasoline. To minimize the chance
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of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel stabilizer
at all times.
3. Install the fuel-tank cap securely, and tighten until it
clicks.
Filling the Fuel Tank
Checking the Engine-oil Level
Ensure that the engine is shut off and the motion controls are
in the parked position.
Before you start the engine and use the machine, check the oil
level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking the Engine-oil
Level (page 28).
Important: Do not overfill fuel tank. Fill the fuel tank
to the bottom of the filler neck. The empty space in the
tank allows the fuel to expand. Overfilling may result in
fuel leakage, damage to the engine, or damage to the
emissions system.
Breaking In a New Machine
New engines take time to develop full power. Mower decks
and drive systems have higher friction when new, placing
additional load on the engine. Allow 40 to 50 hours of
break-in time for new machines to develop full power and
best performance.
1. Clean around the fuel-tank cap and remove the cap.
Note: You can use the fuel window to verify the
presence of gasoline before filling the tank (Figure 9).
2. Slowly add gasoline until the fuel reaches the base of
the filler neck (Figure 9).
Think Safety First
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2
Operating Safety
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Please carefully read all of the safety instructions and decals
in the safety section. Knowing this information could help
you, your family, pets, or bystanders avoid injury.
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DANGER
Mowing on wet grass or steep slopes can cause
sliding and loss of control.
Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers,
which may result in serious injury, death, or
drowning.
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Figure 9
A loss of traction is a loss of steering control.
1. Fuel-tank cap
4. Base of the filler neck (do
not fill past here)
To avoid loss of control and possibility of rollover:
2. Fill opening
5. Fuel window
• Do not mow near drop-offs or near water.
3. Filler neck
6. End of the fuel tank
• Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
• Reduce the speed and use extreme caution on
slopes.
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• When mowing slopes, gradually work from
lower to higher areas on the incline.
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• Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
• Turn up, into an incline when changing
directions on slopes. Turning down the slope
reduces traction.
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• Attachments change the handling characteristics
of the machine. Use extra caution when using
attachments with the machine.
Figure 10
1. Fill opening
3. Fuel
2. Base of the filler neck (do
not fill past here)
4. Empty space (for fuel
expansion)
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Understanding the Safety-interlock
System
WARNING
If 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.
The safety-interlock system is designed to prevent the engine
from starting unless:
Figure 11
1. Safe zone—use the
TimeCutter here
2. Use a walk-behind mower
and/or hand trimmer near
drop-offs and water.
• The blades are disengaged.
• The motion-control levers are in the park position.
3. Water
The safety-interlock system also is designed to stop the engine
whenever the control levers are out of the park position and
you rise from the seat.
CAUTION
Starting the Engine
This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85
dBA at the operators ear and can cause hearing loss
through extended periods of exposure.
1. Sit down on the seat and move the motion controls
outward to the park position.
2. Move the throttle to the fast position (Figure 13).
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
3. Disengage the blades by moving the blade-control
switch to Off (Figure 13).
The use of protective equipment for eyes, ears, feet, and head
is recommended.
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Figure 12
1. Wear safety glasses
2. Wear hearing protection
Figure 13
1. Throttle
2. Blade-control switch—Off
position
4. Pull up on the Choke control before starting a cold
engine (Figure 14).
Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking.
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Figure 15
Figure 14
1. Control panel
4. Slow
1. Control panel
4. Off
2. Throttle
3. Fast
5. Choke control
2. Choke control
3. Ignition key
5. Run
6. Start
5. Turn the ignition key to Start to energize the starter
(Figure 15).
6. After the engine starts, push down on the Choke
control (Figure 15).
Note: When the engine starts, release the key.
Note: If the engine stalls or hesitates, pull up on the
Choke control and let the engine run for a few seconds.
Then push down on the Choke control. Repeat this
as required.
Important: Do not engage the starter for more
than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to
start, allow a 60-second cool-down period between
attempts. Failure to follow these instructions can
damage the starter motor.
Operating the Blades
The blade-control switch, represented by a power take-off
(PTO) symbol, engages and disengages power to the mower
blades. This switch controls power to any attachments that
draw power from the engine, including the mower deck and
cutting blades.
Engaging the Blades
Important: Do not engage the blades when parked in
tall grass. Belt or clutch damage can occur.
1. Release pressure on the motion-control levers and
place the machine in neutral.
2. Move the throttle to the Fast position.
Note: Always engage the blades with the throttle in
the Fast position.
3. Pull up on the blade-control switch to move it to the
On position, and engage the blades (Figure 16).
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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.
1. While sitting on the seat, with the control levers in park
position, and move the blade-control switch to On.
2. Try starting the engine; the engine should not crank.
3. While sitting on the seat, move the blade-control
switch to Off.
4. Move either motion-control lever to the center,
unlocked position.
5. Try starting the engine; the engine should not crank.
Figure 16
1. Control panel
6. Repeat with the other motion-control lever.
2. Blade-control switch—On
position
7. While sitting on the seat, move the blade-control
switch to Off, and lock the motion-control levers in
the park position.
8. Start the engine.
Disengaging the Blades
9. While the engine is running, engage the blade-control
switch, and rise slightly from the seat.
Push down on the blade-control switch to move it to the Off
position, and disengage the blades (Figure 17).
Note: The engine should stop.
10. While sitting on the seat, move the blade-control
switch to Off, and lock the motion-control levers in
the park position.
11. Start the engine.
12. 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.
Note: The engine should stop.
Stopping the Engine
1. Move the throttle lever to the Slow position.
2. Lower the engine speed to idle speed, and allow it to
run for at least one minute.
3. Disengage the blades by moving the blade-control
switch to Off (Figure 17).
Figure 17
1. Control panel
2. Blade-control switch—Off
4. Turn the ignition key to Off (Figure 15) and remove
the key.
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Driving
Using the Smart Speed™ Control
System
Driving the machine benefits from an understanding of
what zero-turn-radius mower means. The drive wheels turn
independently, powered by hydraulic motors on each axle;
hence one side can turn in reverse while the other turns
forward causing the machine to spin rather than turn. This
vastly improves the machine maneuverability but may require
some adjustment if the operator is unfamiliar.
The Smart Speed™ Control-System lever, located below the
operating position (Figure 19), gives the operator a choice to
drive the machine at 2 ground speed ranges—high and low.
WARNING
1
The machine can spin very rapidly. The operator
may lose control of the machine and cause personal
injury or damage to the machine.
• Use caution when making turns.
• Slow the machine down before making sharp
turns.
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Figure 19
1. Smart-speed lever
The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured
in rpm (revolutions per minute). Placing the throttle control
in the Fast position can be best for performance. For most
applications, operating in the full-throttle position is desirable.
To change speeds:
1. Move the motion control levers to neutral and outward
to the park position; disengage the blade control switch.
WARNING
Removing your hands from the motion-control
levers while the machine is in motion can
result in a loss of control causing harm to you
or bystanders.
Always stop the machine and move the
motion-control levers to the park position
before adjusting the Smart Speed™ Control
System.
2. Adjust the lever to the desired position.
Figure 18
1. Park (brake) position
3. Forward
2. Center, unlock position
4. Backward
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Driving Forward
Driving Backward
1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position.
1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position.
2. To go forward, slowly push the motion-control levers
forward (Figure 18).
2. To go backward, look behind you and down, as you
slowly pull the motion-control levers rearward (Figure
21).
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Figure 21
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Figure 20
To go straight, apply equal pressure to both
motion-control levers (Figure 21).
To go straight, apply equal pressure to both
motion-control levers (Figure 18).
To turn, release the pressure on the motion-control
lever toward the direction you want to turn.
To turn, release pressure on the motion-control lever
toward the direction you want to turn (Figure 18).
To stop, push the motion-control levers to neutral.
The farther you move the motion-control levers in
either direction, the faster the machine will move in
that direction.
Stopping the Machine
To stop the machine, move the motion-control levers to
neutral and outward to the park position, disengage the
blade-control switch, ensure the throttle is in the Fast
position, and turn the ignition key to off.
To stop, pull the motion-control levers to neutral.
Note: Remember to remove the key from the ignition switch.
WARNING
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 outward to the park position
when leaving the machine unattended, even if just
for a few minutes.
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Adjusting the Height-of-Cut
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Height-of-cut is controlled by the lever located to the right of
the operating position (Figure 22).
1. Pull up and inward on the lever to move it to the
desired cutting position.
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2. Once at the desired cutting position, slowly lower the
lever until it engages the position.
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The transport position is the highest height-of-cut position or
cutting height, 114 mm (4.5 inches) as shown in Figure 22.
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2
Figure 23
1. Anti-scalp roller
3. Flange nut
2. Bolt
4. Hole spacing
Positioning the Seat
While sitting in the operator’s position, raise the
seat-adjustment lever slightly, and move the seat forward or
backward to the desired position (Figure 24).
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Figure 22
1. Height-of-cut lever
3. 114 mm (4.5
inches)—Transport
position
2. Height-of-cut positions
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Figure 24
Adjusting the Anti-scalp
Rollers
Whenever you change the height-of-cut, adjust the height
of the anti-scalp rollers.
Note: Adjust the anti-scalp rollers, so the rollers do not
touch the ground in normal, flat mowing areas.
1. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move the
motion-control levers to the neutral-lock position, and
set the parking brake.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving
parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
3. Adjust the anti-scalp rollers to match the closest
height-of-cut position (Figure 23).
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Adjusting the Motion-control
Levers
Pushing the Machine
1. Park the machine on a level surface, and disengage the
blade-control switch.
2. Move the motion-control levers outward to the park
position, stop the engine, and wait for all moving parts
to stop before leaving the operating position.
Adjusting the Height
The motion-control levers can be adjusted higher or lower for
maximum operator comfort.
3. Locate the bypass levers on the frame on both sides of
the engine.
1. Remove the 2 bolts holding the control lever to the
control-arm shaft (Figure 25).
4. Move the bypass levers forward through the key hole
and down to lock them in place (Figure 26).
2. Move the control lever to the next set of holes.
Note: Ensure this is done for each lever.
3. Secure the lever with the 2 bolts (Figure 25).
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5. Move the motion-control levers inward to the neutral
position and turn the ignition key to the Run position.
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3
4
Note: Do not start the machine.
Note: The machine is now able to be pushed by hand.
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Figure 25
1. Control-arm shaft
3. Slotted, upper hole
2. Control lever
4. Bolt
4. Repeat the adjustment for the opposite control lever.
Adjusting the Tilt
The motion-control levers can be tilted fore or aft for
maximum operator comfort.
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Figure 26
1. Loosen the upper bolt holding the control lever to the
control-arm shaft.
1. Bypass-lever locations
2. Loosen the lower bolt just enough to pivot the control
lever fore or aft (Figure 25). Tighten both bolts to
secure the control in the new position.
3. Lever position for pushing
the machine
2. Lever position for
operating the machine
3. Repeat the adjustment for the opposite control lever.
6. When finished, ensure that the key has been returned to
the Stop position to avoid draining the battery charge.
Pushing the Machine by Hand
Note: If the machine fails to move, the electric brake may
still be engaged. If necessary, the electric brake can be released
manually; refer to Releasing the Electric Brake (page 35).
Important: Always push the machine by hand. Do not
tow the machine, because damage may occur.
This machine has an electric-brake mechanism, and to push
the machine, the ignition key needs to be in the Run position.
The battery needs to be charged and functioning for the
electric brake to be disengage.
Operating the Machine
Move the bypass levers rearward through the key hole and
down to lock them in place as shown in Figure 26.
Note: Ensure this is done for each lever.
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Converting to Side-discharge
Mode
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5
WARNING
Open holes in the mower deck expose you and
others to thrown debris. Debris thrown out of the
holes in the mower deck can cause injury.
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• Never operate the mower deck without hardware
mounted in all holes in the mower deck.
2
• Install hardware in the mounting holes when
you remove a baffle.
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4
3
Figure 28
The deflector has been removed for the purpose of
clarity.
1. Stop the engine and remove the ignition key.
2. Remove the mower deck; refer to Removing the Mower
(page 43).
3. Turn the mower deck upside down.
4. Remove the existing mower blades installed on your
mower deck; refer to Removing the Blades (page 41).
1. Flange nut
4. Welded posts
2. Carriage bolt
5. Plug the holes with nuts
and bolts here.
3. Right-hand baffle
5. Remove any debris and grass clippings from the
underside of the mower deck.
8. Remove the Recycler® bracket from the mower deck
(Figure 29).
6. Remove the left-hand baffle from the mower deck, and
plug the open holes with nuts and bolts (Figure 27).
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3
4
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Figure 29
Figure 27
1. Locknut
2. Welded posts
1. Recycler bracket
3. Left baffle
4. Plug the holes with nuts
and bolts here.
9. Install the cutoff baffle (supplied with the mower) at
the side-discharge opening on the mower deck (Figure
30).
7. Remove the right-hand baffle from the mower deck,
and plug the open holes with nuts and bolts (Figure 28).
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Figure 30
1. Cutoff baffle
10. For optimum performance in side discharge mode,
install the side-discharge blades; refer to Installing the
Blades (page 41).
Note: Contact an Authorized Toro Dealer for the
correct blades.
11. Install the mower deck; refer to Installing the Mower
(page 44).
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Cutting Long Grass
Operating Tips
If the grass is ever allowed to grow slightly longer than
normal, or if it contains a high degree of moisture, raise the
cutting height higher than usual and cut the grass at this
setting. Then cut the grass again using the lower, normal
setting.
Using the Fast Throttle Setting
For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate
the engine at the Fast throttle position. Air is required to
thoroughly cut grass clippings, so do not set the height-of-cut
so low as to totally surround the mower by uncut grass.
Always try to have one side of the mower free from uncut
grass, which allows air to be drawn into the mower.
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 or you can disengage the mower deck while
moving forward.
Using the Smart Speed™ Control
System
The Smart Speed™ Control-System lever, located below
the operating position, gives the operator a choice to drive
the machine at 2 speed ranges—high and low. An operator
can benefit from the lower speed setting when maneuvering
the machine in tight spaces or operating around delicate
landscapes. The low setting can also be used to operate the
machine at a high throttle setting and blade speed, while still
being able to reduce the ground speed to increase the quality
of cut.
Keeping 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 become unsatisfactory.
Cutting a Lawn for the First Time
Maintaining the Blade(s)
Cut grass slightly longer than normal to ensure that the
cutting height of the mower 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
six inches tall, you may want to cut the lawn twice to ensure
an acceptable quality of cut.
Maintain a sharp blade throughout the cutting season because
a sharp blade cuts 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 mower blades after each use 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 Toro replacement blade.
Cutting 1/3 of the Grass Blade
It is best to cut only about 1/3 of the grass blade. Cutting
more than that is not recommended unless grass is sparse, or
it is late fall when grass grows more slowly.
Mowing Direction
Alternate the mowing direction to keep the grass standing
straight. This also helps disperse clippings which enhances
decomposition and fertilization.
Mowing at Correct Intervals
Normally, mow every 4 days. But, remember, grass grows at
different rates at different times. So to maintain the same
cutting height, which is a good practice, and mow more often
in early spring. As the grass growth rate slows in mid summer,
mow less frequently. If you cannot mow for an extended
period, first mow at a high cutting height, then mow again 2
days later at a lower height setting.
Avoiding 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.
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Maintenance
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)
Maintenance Service
Interval
Maintenance Procedure
After the first 8 hours
• Change the engine oil.
After the first 50 hours
• Change the oil and filters for the hydraulic system, and bleed the system.
Before each use or daily
•
•
•
•
•
Check the safety-interlock system.
Check the engine-oil level.
Clean the air-intake screen.
Check the cutting blades.
Inspect the grass deflector for damage.
After each use
• Clean the mower-deck housing.
Every 25 hours
•
•
•
•
Grease all the lubrication points.
Check tire pressure.
Check the oil level in the expansion tank.
Check the belts for wear or cracks.
Every 100 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).
Replace the in-line fuel filter.
Every 200 hours
• Replace the paper element (more often in dusty, dirty conditions).
• Change the oil filter (more often in dusty, dirty conditions).
Every 400 hours
• Change the oil and filters for the hydraulic system, and bleed the system.
Before storage
• 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 for additional maintenance procedures.
CAUTION
If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure
you or other bystanders.
Remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the wire from the spark plug before you do any
maintenance. Set the wire aside so that it does not accidentally contact the spark plug.
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Premaintenance
Procedures
Lubrication
Raising the Seat
Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease all the lubrication
points.
Make sure the motion control levers are locked in the park
position. Lift the seat forward.
Grease Type: No. 2 General Purpose, Lithium-Base Grease
1. Park the machine on a level surface, and disengage the
blade-control switch.
2. Move the motion-control levers outward to the park
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 31 and Figure 32) with
a rag.
Greasing the Bearings
The following components can be accessed by raising the seat:
• Serial plate
• Service decal
• Seat-adjustment bolts
• Fuel filter
• Battery and battery cables
Note: Make sure to scrape any paint off of the front
of the fitting(s).
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Figure 31
1. Front caster tire
Figure 32
Located on the seat-pan underside
1. Read the instructions
before servicing or
performing maintenance
3. Grease every 25 operating
hours
2. Check the tire pressure
every 25 operating hours
4. Engine
4. Connect a grease gun to each fitting (Figure 31 and
Figure 32).
5. Pump grease into the fittings until grease begins to
ooze out of the bearings.
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Engine Maintenance
Important: Never clean the paper element with
pressurized air or liquids, such as solvent, gas,
or kerosene. Replace the paper element if it is
damaged or cannot be cleaned thoroughly.
Servicing the Air Cleaner
Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently (every few
hours) if operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
Servicing the Engine Oil
Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG, SH, SJ, or SL)
Removing the Paper Element
Crankcase Capacity:with a filter change, 2.1 L (70 oz);
without a filter change, 1.8 L (61 oz)
1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the
blade-control switch (PTO).
Viscosity: See the table below.
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.
SAE V iscosity Grades
SAE 40
3. Clean around the air-cleaner cover to prevent dirt from
getting into the engine and causing damage.
SAE 30
4. Lift the cover, and remove the hose clamp securing the
air-cleaner assembly to the engine (Figure 33).
SAE 10W
– 30/ SAE 10W
– 40
SAE 5W
– 20
5. Loosen the hose clamp and remove the paper element
(Figure 33).
°F -20
°C -30
0
-20
20
-10
32
0
40
60
10
80
20
100
30
40
STARTING TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
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Figure 34
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Note: Using multi-grade oils (5W-20, 10W-30, and 10W-40)
will increase oil consumption. Check the oil level more
frequently when using them.
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Checking the Engine-oil Level
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Note: Check the oil when the engine is cold.
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WARNING
Contact with hot surfaces may cause personal
injury.
Figure 33
1. Cover
3. Hose clamp
Keep hands, feet, face, clothing, and other body
parts away the muffler and other hot surfaces.
2. Paper element
Important: Do not overfill the crankcase with oil,
because damage to the engine may result. Do not run
engine with oil below the Low mark, because the engine
may be damaged.
Cleaning the Paper Element
Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Service the paper
element (more often in dusty, dirty
conditions).
1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the
blade-control switch, stop the engine, engage parking
brake, and remove the key.
Every 200 hours/Yearly (whichever comes
first)—Replace the paper element (more often in
dusty, dirty conditions).
2. Make sure the engine is stopped, level, and is cool, so
the oil has had time to drain into the sump.
1. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to remove dust
and dirt.
3. To keep dirt, grass clippings, etc., out of the engine,
clean the area around the oil-fill cap and dipstick before
removing it (Figure 35).
2. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and damage
to the seal.
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4. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving
parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
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3
6
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2
3
4
5
6
2
4
5
7
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Figure 36
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9
10
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Figure 35
Changing the Engine Oil
Service Interval: After the first 8 hours—Change the engine
oil.
Every 100 hours—Change the engine oil (more often
in dusty, dirty conditions).
Note: Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center.
1. Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly
lower than the opposite side to assure the oil drains
completely.
2. Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control levers to
the neutral-locked position, and set the parking brake.
3. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position (Figure 36).
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4. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil
into the filler tube and slowly add the additional oil to
bring it to the Full mark (Figure 37).
1
3
5
1
2
3
4
5
6
2
4
6
3/4
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Figure 37
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Figure 38
Changing the Engine-oil Filter
Note: Ensure that the oil-filter gasket touches the
engine and then an extra 3/4 turn is completed.
Service Interval: Every 200 hours—Change the oil filter
(more often in dusty, dirty conditions).
3. Fill the crankcase with the proper type of new oil; refer
to Changing the Engine Oil (page 29).
Note: Change the engine-oil filter more frequently when
operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
Servicing the Spark Plug
1. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing the
Engine Oil (page 29).
Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Check the spark plug(s).
2. Change the engine oil filter (Figure 38).
Make sure the air gap between the center and side electrodes
is correct before installing the spark plug. Use a spark-plug
wrench for removing and installing the spark plug(s) and a
gapping tool/feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap.
Install a new spark plug(s) if necessary.
Type: NGK BPR4ES (or equivalent)
Air Gap: 0.76 mm (0.03 inch)
Removing the Spark Plug
1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control levers to
the neutral-locked position, and set the parking brake.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving
parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
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Installing the Spark Plug
2
Tighten the spark plug(s) to 22 N-m (16 ft-lb).
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Figure 39
Note: Due to the deep recess around the spark plug,
blowing out the cavity with compressed air is usually
the most effective method for cleaning. The spark plug
is most accessible when the blower housing is removed
for cleaning.
16 ft-lb
22 N-m
Checking the Spark Plug
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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.
Figure 41
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.
Cleaning the Cooling System
Set the gap to 0.76 mm (0.030 inch).
1
Clean the air-intake screen from grass and debris before each
use.
2
1. Disengage the blade-control switch, move the control
levers to the neutral-locked position, and apply the
parking brake.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving
parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
3. Remove the air-intake screen, the air-cleaner cover, and
the fan housing.
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Figure 40
4. Clean debris and grass from the parts.
5. Install the air-intake screen, air-cleaner cover, and the
fan housing.
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Fuel System
Maintenance
4. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together and slide
them away from the filter (Figure 42).
5. Remove the filter from the fuel lines.
6. Install a new filter with the flow-direction arrow
coming from the fuel tank and pointing to the engine.
DANGER
In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion
from gasoline can burn you, others, and can
damage property.
7. Move the hose clamps close to the filter (Figure 42)
to secure it in place.
• Perform any fuel-related maintenance when the
engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open area.
Wipe up any gasoline that spills.
• Never smoke when draining gasoline, and stay
away from an open flame or where a spark may
ignite the gasoline fumes.
Replacing the In-line Fuel
Filter
Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Replace the in-line fuel
filter.
Never install a dirty filter if it is removed from the fuel line.
1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the
blade-control switch.
2. Move the motion-control levers outward to the park
position, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for
all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3. Locate the fuel filter on the side of the engine (Figure
42).
1
2
3
5
4
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Figure 42
1. Fuel line from tank
4. Fuel line to engine
2. In-line fuel filter
5. Hose clamp
3. Flow direction arrow
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Electrical System
Maintenance
WARNING
Incorrect battery-cable routing could damage
the machine and cables causing sparks.
Sparks can cause the battery gasses to
explode, resulting in personal injury.
WARNING
• Always disconnect the negative (black)
battery cable before disconnecting the
positive (red) cable.
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
• Always connect the positive (red) battery
cable before connecting the negative
(black) cable.
5. Slide the rubber cover up the positive (red) cable.
6. Disconnect the positive (red) cable from the battery
post (Figure 43).
Charging the Battery
Note: Retain all fasteners.
Removing the Battery
7. Remove the battery hold-down (Figure 43), and lift the
battery from the battery tray.
WARNING
Battery terminals or metal tools could short against
metal machine components causing sparks. Sparks
can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting
in personal injury.
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2
6
5
7
1
• When removing or installing the battery, do not
allow the battery terminals to touch any metal
parts of the machine.
• Do not allow metal tools to short between
the battery terminals and metal parts of the
machine.
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1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the
blade-control switch.
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2. Move the motion-control levers outward to the park
position, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for
all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
Figure 43
3. Raise the seat to access the battery.
4. Disconnect the negative (black) ground cable from the
battery post (Figure 43).
1. Battery
5. Negative (–) battery post
2. Positive (+) battery post
6. Wing nut, washer, and bolt
3. Bolt, washer, and nut
7. Battery hold-down
4. Terminal boot
Note: Retain all fasteners.
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Charging the Battery
Servicing the Fuses
Service Interval: Before storage—Charge the battery and
disconnect battery cables.
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.
1. Remove the battery from the chassis; refer to Removing
the Battery (page 33).
Fuse type:
2. Charge the battery for a minimum of 1 hour at 6 to
10 amps.
• Main—F1-30 amp, blade-type
• Charge Circuit—F2-25 amp, blade-type
Note: Do not overcharge the battery.
1. Remove the screws securing the control panel to the
machine.
3. When the battery is fully charged, unplug the charger
from the electrical outlet, then disconnect the charger
leads from the battery posts (Figure 44).
Note: Retain all fasteners.
2. Lift the control pane up to access the main wiring
harness and fuse block (Figure 45).
3. To replace a fuse, pull out on the fuse to remove it
(Figure 45).
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25
Figure 44
1. Positive (+) battery post
3. Red (+) charger lead
2. Negative (–) battery post
4. Black (–) charger lead
30
1
25
Note: Do not run the machine with the battery
disconnected, electrical damage may occur.
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Figure 45
Installing the Battery
1. Main—30 amp
2. Charge circuit—25 amp
1. Position the battery in the tray (Figure 43).
4. Return the control panel to its original position.
2. Using the fasteners previously removed, install the
positive (red) battery cable to the positive (+) battery
terminal.
Note: Use the screws removed previously to secure
the panel to the machine.
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 43).
6. Lower the seat.
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Releasing the Electric Brake
Drive System
Maintenance
The electric brake releases by manually rotating the link arms
forward. Once the electric brake is energized the brake will
reset.
Checking the Tire Pressure
To release the brake:
1. Locate the shaft on the electric brake where the
brake-link arms are connected (Figure 47).
Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check 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 (Figure 46). Check the tires
when they are cold to get the most accurate pressure reading.
2. Rotate the shaft forward to release the brake.
1
Refer to the maximum pressure suggested by the tire
manufacturer on the sidewall of the caster wheel tires.
Inflate the rear drive-wheel tires to 82 kPa (12 psi).
Figure 46
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1. Valve stem
Figure 47
1. Brake-link arm on the electric-brake-control module
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Changing the
Hydraulic-system Oil and
Filters
Hydraulic System
Maintenance
Hydraulic System Oil Specification
Service Interval: After the first 50 hours
Oil Type: Toro HYPR-OIL® 500 or 20W-50 motor oil.
Every 400 hours
System Capacity: approximately 4.5 L (152 oz) with a
filter change.
Important: The bleeding process is repeated until the
oil remains at the FULL COLD line in the reservoir after
purging. Failure to properly perform this procedure
can result in irreparable damage to the transaxle drive
system.
Checking the Hydraulic Oil
Level
Note: The filter and oil are changed at the same time. Do
not use the same oil more than once. Once the new filter is
installed, and the oil is added, any air in the system must be
purged.
Service Interval: Every 25 hours
Check the expansion reservoir, and if necessary, add the
specified oil to the FULL COLD line.
1
Removing Hydraulic-system Filters
1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, allow
the engine to cool, remove the key, and engage the
parking brake.
2
2. Raise the rear of machine up and support it with jack
stands (or equivalent support) just high enough to
allow the drive wheels to turn freely.
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Figure 48
1. Expansion reservoir
3. Engine
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2. Full cold line
1
Figure 49
1. Jacking points
3. Remove the nuts holding the transaxle support in place
(Figure 50).
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Note: It is important that no dirt or contamination
enter hydraulic system.
7. Place a container below the filter to catch the oil that
drains when the filter and vent plugs are removed.
8. Locate and remove the vent plug on each transmission.
9. Unscrew the filter to remove it, and allow the oil to
drain from the drive system.
10. Repeat this procedure for both filters.
1 2 3
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2 1
Figure 50
1. Nut (5/16 inch) (27 to 33
ft-lb)
3. Transaxle support
2. Nut (3/8 inch) (15 to 19
ft-lb)
4. Locate the filter and filter guards on each transaxle
drive system (Figure 51).
5. Remove the 3 screws securing the filter guard and
guard.
5
1
2
3
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4
Figure 51
Right side shown
1. Transaxle drive
2. Oil filter
4. Screws
5. Vent plug
3. Filter guard
6. Carefully clean the area around filters.
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Installing the Hydraulic-system Filters
1
2
3
4
5
6
1. Apply a thin coat of the specified oil on the surface of
the rubber seal of each filter.
2. Turn the filter clockwise until the rubber seal contacts
the filter adapter, then tighten the filter an additional
3/4-to-1 full turn.
3. Repeat this for the other filter.
4. Using the 3 screws, install and secure the filter guards
over each filter as previously removed.
5. Install the transaxle support; refer to Figure 50 for the
correct torque values for the nuts and bolts.
Note: Ensure that the transaxle support is installed
(Figure 50).
6. Verify that the vent plugs are removed before adding
the oil.
7. Slowly pour the specified oil through expansion
reservoir until oil comes out of one of the vent plug
holes.
8. Stop and install that vent plug.
9. Torque the plug to 20 N-m (180 in-lb).
3/4
10. Continue to add oil through the expansion reservoir
until oil comes out of the remaining vent plug hole on
the second transmission.
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Figure 52
11. Stop and install that vent plug.
12. Torque the plug to 20 N-m (180 in-lb).
13. Continue to add oil through the expansion reservoir
until it reaches the FULL COLD line on the expansion
reservoir.
14. Proceed to Bleeding the Hydraulic System (page 39).
Important: Failure to perform the Bleeding the
Hydraulic System procedure after changing the
hydraulic filters and the oil can result in irreparable
damage to the transaxle drive system.
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Mower Maintenance
Bleeding the Hydraulic System
1. Enter the operator's position, start the engine, move
the throttle control ahead to the 1/2 throttle position,
and disengage parking brake.
Servicing the Cutting Blades
A. Move the bypass levers into the pushing the
machine position; refer to Pushing the Machine
by Hand (page 22). With the bypass valves
open and the engine running, slowly move the
motion-control levers in both forward and reverse
(5 or 6 times).
B.
Move the bypass levers into the operating
the machine position. With the bypass valve
closed and the engine running, slowly move the
directional control in both forward and reverse
directions (5 to 6 times).
C.
Stop the engine and check the oil level in the
expansion reservoir. Add the specified oil as until
it reaches the FULL COLD line on the expansion
reservoir.
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 necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace
it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. For
convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to
keep extra blades on hand.
WARNING
A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece
of the blade could be thrown into the operator's
or bystander's area, resulting in serious personal
injury or death.
2. Repeat step 1 until all of the air is completely purged
from the system.
• Inspect the blade periodically for wear or
damage.
Note: When the transaxle operates at normal noise
levels and moves smoothly forward and reverses at
normal speeds, then the transaxle is considered purged.
• Replace a worn or damaged blade.
3. Check the oil level in the expansion reservoir one last
time. Add the specified oil as until it reaches the FULL
COLD line on the expansion reservoir if necessary.
Before Inspecting or Servicing the
Blades
Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the
blade-control switch, move the motion-control levers outward
to the park position, stop the engine, and remove the key.
Inspecting the Blades
Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the
cutting blades.
1. Inspect the cutting edges (Figure 53).
Note: If the edges are not sharp or have nicks, remove
and sharpen the blades; refer to Sharpening the Blades
(page 41).
2. Inspect the blades, especially the curved area (Figure
53).
Note: If you notice any damage, wear, or a slot
forming in this area (item 3 in Figure 53), immediately
install a new blade.
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3. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface
(Figure 55).
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Figure 53
1. Cutting edge
3. Wear/slot forming
2. Curved area
4. Damage
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2
Figure 55
Checking for Bent Blades
1. Blade (in position for measuring)
Note: The machine must be on a level surface for the
following procedure.
2. Level surface
3. Measured distance between blade and the surface (A)
1. Raise the mower deck to the highest height-of-cut
position; also considered the 'transport' position.
4. Rotate the same blade 180 degrees, so that the opposing
cutting edge is now in the same position (Figure 56).
2. While wearing thickly padded gloves, or other adequate
hand protection, slowly rotate the blade to be measure
into a position that allows effective measurement of the
distance between the cutting edge and the level surface
the machine is on (Figure 54).
3
1
2
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Figure 56
2
3
1. Blade (side previously measured)
2. Measurement (position used previously)
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3. Opposing side of blade being moved into measurement
position
Figure 54
1. Deck
2. Spindle housing
3. Blade
5. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface
(Figure 57).
Note: The variance should be no more than 3mm
(1/8 inch).
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Sharpening the Blades
1. Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both ends of
the blade (Figure 59).
Note: Maintain the original angle.
1
Note: The blade retains its balance if the same amount
of material is removed from both cutting edges.
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2
Figure 57
Figure 59
1. Opposite blade edge (in position for measuring)
1. Sharpen at original angle
2. Level surface
3. Second measured distance between blade and surface (B)
2. Check the balance of the blade by putting it on a blade
balancer (Figure 60).
A. If the difference between A and B is greater than
3mm (1/8 inch), replace the blade with a new
blade; refer to Removing the Blades (page 41) and
Installing the Blades (page 41).
Note: If the blade stays in a horizontal position, the
blade is balanced, and can be used.
Note: If the blade is not balanced, file some metal off
the end of the sail area only (Figure 59).
Note: If a bent blade is replaced with a new one,
and the dimension obtained continues to exceed
3mm (1/8 inch), the blade spindle could be bent.
Contact an Authorized Toro Dealer for service.
B.
If the variance is within constraints, move to the
next blade.
Figure 60
Repeat this procedure on each blade.
1. Blade
2. Balancer
Removing the Blades
3. Repeat this procedure until the blade is balanced.
The blades must be replaced if a solid object is hit, if the
blade is out of balance, or if 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.
Installing the Blades
1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Figure 58).
Important: The curved part of the blade must be
pointing upward toward the inside of the mower to
ensure proper cutting.
1. Hold the blade end using a rag or thickly-padded glove.
2. Remove the blade bolt, the curved washer, and the
blade from the spindle shaft (Figure 58).
2. Install the blade stiffener, the curved washer (cupped
side toward the blade), and the blade bolt (Figure 58).
3. Torque the blade bolt to 47 to 88 N-m (35 to 65 ft-lb).
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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.
3
4
2
The mower deck must be checked for bent blades prior to
leveling; any bent blades must be removed and replaced; refer
to Checking for Bent Blades (page 40) before continuing.
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Figure 58
1. Sail area of the blade
2. Blade
3. Curved washer
4. Bolt
The mower deck must be leveled side-to-side first, then the
front-to-rear slope can be adjusted.
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9. Stop the deck at the adjusted position, and tighten the
side locking nut on the hanger bracket to hold the new
position (Figure 62).
Requirements:
• The machine must be on a level surface.
• All 4 tires must be properly inflated; refer to Checking
10. Tighten the rear locking nut on the hanger bracket.
the Tire Pressure (page 35).
11. Continue leveling the deck by checking the front-to-rear
blade slope; refer to Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade
Slope (page 42).
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 and disengage the
blade-control switch.
2. Move the motion-control levers outward to the park
position, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for
all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
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3. Check the air pressure of all 4 tires; refer to Checking
the Tire Pressure (page 35).
1
3
6
4. Set the height-of-cut lever to the 76 mm (3 inches)
position.
5. Carefully rotate the blade(s) side to side (Figure 61).
Measure between the outside cutting edges and the
flat surface (Figure 61). If both measurements are not
within 5 mm (3/16 inch), an adjustment is required;
continue with this procedure.
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5
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2
3
Figure 62
3
1
2
4
4
3. Outside cutting edges
2. Sail area of the blade
4. Measure here
4. Eccentric-adjustment plate
2. Rear locking nut
5. Socket wrench hole
3. Side locking nut
6. Socket wrench with a
3/8-inch extension
Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade
Slope
Figure 61
1. Blades side to side
1. Hanger bracket
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:
6. Move to the left side of the machine.
1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the
blade-control switch.
7. Loosen, but do not remove, the rear locking nut on the
hanger bracket (Figure 62).
2. Move the motion-control levers outward to the park
position, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for
all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
8. Loosen the side locking nut on the hanger bracket
just enough to allow the eccentric plate to be adjusted
(Figure 62).
Note: Use a 3/8 inch drive extension on a socket
wrench to manipulate the eccentric plate. Use the
wrench to reposition the height of the mower deck and
adjust it so that the measurements taken in step5 are
within 5 mm (3/16 inch).
3. Set the height-of-cut lever to middle position.
Note: 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 (page 42).
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9. Continue adjusting the nut until the front blade tip is
1.6 to 7.9 mm (1/16 to 5/16 inch) lower than the rear
blade tip (Figure 63).
4. Carefully rotate the blades so they are facing front to
rear (Figure 63).
3
10. When the front-to-rear blade slope is correct check the
side-to-side level of the mower again; refer to Leveling
the Mower from Side-to-Side (page 42).
2
1
Removing the Mower
2
1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the
blade-control switch.
3
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2. Move the motion-control levers outward to the park
position, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for
all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
Figure 63
Mower Decks with 3 Blades
1. Blades front to rear
3. Measure from the tip of the
blade to the flat surface
here.
3. Lower the height-of-cut lever to the lowest position.
2. Outside cutting edges
4. Remove the hairpin-cotter pin from the front support
rod, and remove the rod from the deck bracket (Figure
65).
5. Measure from the tip of the front blade to the flat
surface and the tip of the rear blade to the flat surface
(Figure 63).
Note: If the front blade tip is not 1.6 to 7.9 mm (1/16
to 5/16 inch) lower than the rear blade tip, adjust the
front locknut.
6. To adjust the front-to-rear blade slope, rotate the
adjustment nut in the front of the mower (Figure 64).
3
1
2
3
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Figure 65
1
1. Front support rod
2
3. Deck bracket
2. Locking nut
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Figure 64
1. Adjusting rod
5. Carefully lower the front of the mower deck to the
ground.
3. Lock nut
2. Adjusting block
6. Lift the mower deck and hanger brackets clear of
the rear lift rod and lower the mower carefully to the
ground (Figure 66).
7. To raise the front of the mower, tighten the adjustment
nut. To lower the front of the mower, loosen the
adjustment nut.
8. After adjustment, check the front-to-rear slope again.
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Replacing the Grass Deflector
Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the grass
deflector for damage.
WARNING
2
An uncovered discharge opening could allow the
lawn mower to throw objects in the operator’s or
bystander’s direction and result in serious injury.
Also, contact with the blade could occur.
2
3
1
Never operate the lawn mower unless you install a
mulch plate, discharge deflector, or grass collection
system.
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Inspect the grass deflector for damage before each use.
Replace any damaged parts before use.
Figure 66
1. Mower deck
2. Hanger bracket
3. Rear lift rod
1. Disengage the spring from the notch in the deflector
bracket and slide the rod out of the welded deck
brackets, the spring, and the discharge deflector (Figure
67).
7. Slide the mower deck rearward to remove the mower
belt from the engine pulley.
2. Remove the damaged or worn discharge deflector.
8. Slide the mower deck out from underneath the
machine.
Note: Retain all parts for future installation.
Installing the Mower
1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the
blade-control switch.
2. Move the motion-control levers outward to the park
position, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for
all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3. Slide the mower under the machine.
4. Lower the height-of-cut lever to the lowest position.
5. Lift the rear of the mower deck and guide the hanger
brackets over the rear lift rod (Figure 66).
6. Attach the front support rod to the mower deck with
the clevis pin and hairpin cotter (Figure 65).
7. Install the mower belt onto the engine pulley; refer to
Replacing the Mower Belt (page 46).
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2
1
3
3
2
1
4
4
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Figure 68
1. Rod and spring assembly
installed
2. Loop end of the spring
installed into the notch in
the deflector bracket
7. Secure the rod and the spring assembly by twisting it,
so the short end of the rod can be placed behind the
front bracket welded to the deck (Figure 68).
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Important: The grass deflector must be
spring-loaded in the down position. Lift the
deflector up to test that it snaps to the full down
position.
Figure 67
1. Rod
2. Spring
3. Rod (short end) moved
behind mower bracket
4. Short end—retained by
the mower bracket.
4. Deck brackets
5. Spring installed over the
rod
3. Deflector
3. Position the new discharge deflector with the bracket
ends between the welded brackets on the deck (Figure
68).
4. Install the spring onto the straight end of the rod.
5. Position the spring on the rod as shown in Figure 68,
so the shorter spring end is coming from under the rod
before the bend and going over the rod as it returns
from the bend.
6. Lift the loop end of the spring and place it into the
notch on the deflector bracket (Figure 68).
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Mower Belt Maintenance
7 3
2
5
1
Inspecting the Belts
3
7
Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check the belts for wear
or cracks.
Check the belts for cracks, frayed edges, burn marks, or any
other damage. Replace damaged belts.
Replacing the Mower Belt
WARNING
The spring is under tension when installed and can
cause personal injury.
Be careful when removing the belt.
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Squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping when
cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks, and cracks are
signs of a worn mower belt. Replace the mower belt if any of
these conditions are evident.
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6
Figure 69
1. Idler pulley
1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the
blade-control switch.
5. Engine pulley
2. Mower belt
6. Spring-removal tool
3. Outside pulley
7. Mower-deck handles
4. Spring
2. Move the motion-control levers outward to the park
position, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for
all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
5. Route the new belt around the engine pulley and
mower pulleys (Figure 69).
6. Using a spring removal tool (Toro part no. 92-5771),
install the idler spring over the deck hook and placing
tension on the idler pulley and mower belt (Figure 69).
3. Set the height-of-cut at the lowest cutting position of
38 mm (1-1/2 inches).
4. 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 of the
pulleys (Figure 69).
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Cleaning
9. Run the mower again for 1 to 3 minutes to remove
excess water.
Washing the Underside of the
Mower
WARNING
A broken or missing washout fitting could
expose you and others to thrown objects or
blade contact. Contact with blade or thrown
debris can cause injury or death.
Service Interval: After each use—Clean the mower-deck
housing.
Wash the underside of the mower after each use to prevent
grass buildup for improved mulch action and clipping
dispersal.
• Replace broken or missing washout fitting
immediately, before using mower again.
• Never put your hands or feet under the
mower or through openings in the mower.
1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the
blade-control switch.
2. Move the motion-control levers outward to the park
position, stop 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, and turn the water on high (Figure 70).
Note: Spread petroleum jelly on the washout fitting
O-ring to make the coupling slide on easier and protect
the O-ring.
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2
1
3
2
4
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Figure 70
1. Washout fitting
3. O-ring
2. Hose
4. Coupling
4. Lower the mower to the lowest height-of-cut.
5. Sit on the seat and start the engine.
6. Engage the blade-control switch and let the mower run
for 1 to 3 minutes.
7. Disengage the blade-control switch, stop the engine,
remove the ignition key, and wait for all moving parts
to stop.
8. 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 let it stand for 30 minutes. Then, repeat
the process.
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Storage
14. Check the condition of the drive and mower belts.
15. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or
replace any part that is worn or damaged.
Cleaning and Storage
16. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is
available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
1. Disengage the blade-control switch, move the motion
controls outward to the park position, stop the engine,
and remove the key.
17. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage area.
Remove the key from the ignition switch and keep it
in a memorable place. Cover the machine to protect
it and keep it clean.
2. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the
external parts of the entire machine, especially the
engine. 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, under the seat, around the
engine, hydraulic pumps, and motors.
3. Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air
Cleaner (page 28).
4. Grease and oil the machine; refer to Lubrication (page
27).
5. Change the crankcase oil and filter; refer to Servicing
the Engine Oil (page 28).
6. Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the Tire
Pressure (page 35).
7. Charge the battery; refer to Charging the Battery (page
33).
8. Check the condition of the blades; refer to Servicing
the Cutting Blades (page 39).
9. Prepare the machine for storage when non-use occurs
over 30 days. Prepare the machine for storage as
follows.
10. Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner to the
fuel in the tank. Follow the mixing instructions from
the stabilizer manufacturer. Do not use an alcohol
based stabilizer (ethanol or methanol).
Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner 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).
Important: Do not store stabilizer/conditioned
gasoline over 90 days.
11. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its condition; refer
to Servicing the Spark Plug (page 30). With the spark
plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two tablespoons
of engine oil into the spark plug hole. Use the starter
to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside the
cylinder. Install the spark plug(s). Do not install the
wire on the spark plug(s).
12. Clean any dirt and chaff from the top of the mower.
13. Scrape any heavy buildup of grass and dirt from the
underside of the mower, then wash the mower with
a garden hose.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
The engine overheats.
Possible Cause
1. The engine load is excessive.
1. Reduce the ground speed.
2. The oil level in the crankcase is low.
3. The cooling fins and air passages
under the engine blower housing are
plugged.
4. The air cleaner is dirty.
2. Add oil to the crankcase.
3. Remove the obstruction from the
cooling fins and air passages.
5. Dirt, water, or stale fuel is in the fuel
system.
The starter does not crank.
The engine does not start, starts hard, or
fails to keep running.
The machine does not drive.
4. Clean or replace the air-cleaner
element.
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
park position.
3. The battery is dead.
4. The electrical connections are corroded
or loose.
5. A fuse is blown.
6. A relay or switch is damaged.
2. Move the motion-control levers outward
to the park position.
3. Charge the battery.
4. Check the electrical connections for
good contact.
5. Replace the fuse.
6. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
1. The fuel tank is empty.
1. Fill the fuel tank.
2. The choke is not on.
3. The air cleaner is dirty.
2. Move the choke lever to On.
3. Clean or replace the air-cleaner
element.
4. Install the wire(s) on the spark plug.
4. The spark plug wire(s) is loose or
disconnected.
5. The spark plug(s) is pitted, fouled, or
the gap is incorrect.
6. There is dirt in fuel filter.
7. Dirt, water, or stale fuel is in fuel
system.
8. There is incorrect fuel in the fuel tank.
The engine loses power.
Corrective Action
5. Install a new, correctly gapped spark
plug(s).
6. Replace the fuel filter.
7. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
9. The oil level in the crankcase is low.
8. Drain the tank and replace the fuel with
the proper type.
9. Add oil to the crankcase.
1. The engine load is excessive.
1. Reduce the ground speed.
2. The air cleaner is dirty.
3. The oil level in the crankcase is low.
4. The cooling fins and air passages
under the engine blower housing are
plugged.
5. The spark plug(s) is pitted, fouled, or
the gap is incorrect.
6. The fuel-tank vent is blocked.
7. There is dirt in the fuel filter.
8. Dirt, water, or stale fuel is in the fuel
system.
9. There is incorrect fuel in the fuel tank.
2. Clean the air-cleaner element.
3. Add oil to the crankcase.
4. Remove the obstruction from the
cooling fins and air passages.
5. Install a new, correctly gapped spark
plug(s).
6. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
7. Replace the fuel filter.
8. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
9. Drain the tank and replace the fuel with
the proper type.
1. The bypass valves are open.
1. Close the tow valves.
2. The traction belts are worn, loose, or
broken.
3. The traction belts are off of the pulleys.
4. The transmission has failed.
2. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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3. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
4. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Problem
There is an abnormal vibration.
The cutting height is uneven.
Possible Cause
1. The engine-mounting bolts are loose.
1. Tighten the engine-mounting bolts.
2. The engine pulley, idler pulley, or blade
pulley is loose.
3. The engine pulley is damaged.
4. The cutting blade(s) is/are bent or
unbalanced.
5. A blade mounting bolt is loose.
6. A blade spindle is bent.
2. Tighten the appropriate pulley.
1. The blade(s) is not sharp.
1. Sharpen the blade(s).
2. A cutting blade(s) is/are bent.
3. The mower is not level.
2. Install a new cutting blade(s).
3. Level the mower from side-to-side and
front-to-rear.
4. Adjust the anti-scalp wheel height.
5. Clean the underside of the mower.
6. Adjust the tire pressure.
7. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
4.
5.
6.
7.
The blades do not rotate.
Corrective Action
An anti-scalp wheel is not set correctly.
The underside of the mower is dirty.
The tire pressure is incorrect.
A blade spindle is bent.
3. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
4. Install a new cutting blade(s).
5. Tighten the blade-mounting bolt.
6. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
1. The drive belt is worn, loose, or broken.
1. Install a new drive belt.
2. The drive belt is off of the pulley.
2. Install the drive belt and check the
adjusting shafts and belt guides for the
correct position.
3. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
3. The Power Take-Off (PTO) switch or
PTO clutch is faulty.
4. The mower belt is worn, loose, or
broken.
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4. Install a new mower belt.
Schematics
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Electrical Diagram (Rev. A)
51
The Toro Total Coverage Warranty
TimeCutter
and
TITAN
Mowers
Limited Warranty (see warranty periods below)
Conditions and Products Covered
the Yellow Pages of your telephone directory (look under “Lawn
Mowers”) or access our web site at www.Toro.com. You may also
call the numbers listed in item #3 to use the 24-hour Toro Dealer
locator system.
The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to
an agreement between them, jointly promise to the original purchaser
to repair the Toro Products listed below if defective in materials or
workmanship.
2. Bring the product and your proof of purchase (sales receipt) to the
Service Dealer. The dealer will diagnose the problem and determine
if it is covered under warranty.
The following time periods apply from the date of purchase by the original
owner:
Products
Warranty Period
TimeCutter and MX Mowers
•Engines1 — Residential use
Residential use2 – 3 years
Kawasaki – 3 years
Kohler – 3 years
Toro – 3 years
TimeCutter and MX Mowers
•Engines1 — Commercial use
Commercial use 30 days
Kawasaki – 3 years
Kohler – 90 days
Toro – 90 days
TITAN Mowers – Residential or
Commercial use
•Engines1 — Residential or
Commercial use
•Frame
3 years or 300 hours3
Kawasaki – 3 years
All Mowers
•Attachments
•Battery
1 year
90 days Parts and Labor
1 year Parts only
•Belts and Tires
90 days
engines used on Toro Products are warranted by the engine manufacturer.
2Residential
use means use of the product on the same lot as your home. Use at more than one
location is considered commercial use and the commercial use warranty would apply.
3Whichever
occurs first.
4Lifetime Frame Warranty - If the main frame, consisting of the parts welded together to form the
tractor structure that other components such as the engine are secured to, cracks or breaks in
normal use, it will be repaired or replaced, at Toro's option, under warranty at no cost for parts
and labor. Frame failure due to misuse or abuse and failure or repair required due to rust or
corrosion are not covered.
Warranty may be denied if the hour meter is disconnected, altered, or
shows signs of being tampered with.
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.
Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service
If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or
workmanship, follow this procedure:
1.
Customer Care Department, RLC Division
Toro Warranty Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420-1196
Toll free at 866-216-6029 (U.S. customers)
Toll free at 866-216-6030 (Canadian customers)
Items and Conditions Not Covered
There is no other express warranty except for special emission system
coverage and engine warranty coverage on some products. This express
warranty does not cover the following:
•
Cost of regular maintenance service or parts, such as filters, fuel,
lubricants, oil changes, spark plugs, air filters blade sharpening
or worn blades, cable/linkage adjustments, or brake and clutch
adjustments
•
•
Components failing due to normal wear
Lifetime (original owner only)4
TITAN MX5400 and MX600 Mowers 4 years or 400 hours3
– Residential or Commercial use
Kawasaki – 3 years
•Engines1 — Residential or
Commercial use
•Frame
Lifetime (original owner only)4
1Some
3. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the Service Dealer’s
analysis or with the assistance provided, contact us at:
Contact any Authorized Toro Service Dealer to arrange service
at their dealership. To locate a dealer convenient to you, refer to
Any product or part which has been altered or misused or neglected
and requires replacement or repair due to accidents or lack of proper
maintenance
•
•
Pickup and delivery charges
•
Repairs necessary due to failure to follow recommended fuel
procedure (consult Operator's Manual for more details)
Repairs or attempted repairs by anyone other than an Authorized
Toro Service Dealer
–
Removing contaminants from the fuel system is not covered
–
Use of old fuel (more than one month old) or fuel which contains
more than 10% ethanol or more that 15% MTBE
–
Failure to drain the fuel system prior to any period of non-use
over one month
General Conditions
All repairs covered by these warranties must be performed by an
Authorized Toro Service Dealer using Toro approved replacement parts.
Neither The Toro Company nor Toro Warranty Company is liable for
indirect, incidental or consequential damages in connection with the
use of the Toro Products covered by this warranty, including any
cost or expense of providing substitute equipment or service during
reasonable periods of malfunction or non-use pending completion
of repairs under this warranty.
All implied warranties of merchantability (that the product is fit for
ordinary use) and fitness for use (that the product is fit for a particular
purpose) are limited to the duration of the express warranty.
Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental or consequential
damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so
the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
Countries Other than the United States or Canada
Customers who have purchased Toro products outside the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee
policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee
information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.
Australian Consumer Law: Australian customers will find details relating to the Australian Consumer Law either inside the box or at your local Toro
Dealer.
374-0258 Rev E

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