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Toro 73542 Operator's Manual

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Form No. 3353-259
550 Garden Tractor
Model No. 73542—250000001 and Up
Model No. 73561—250000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
Register your product at www.Toro.com
Original Instructions (EN)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3353-259 550 Garden Tractor Model No. 73542—250000001 and Up Model No. 73561—250000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Register your product at www.Toro.com Original Instructions (EN)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ....The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee ... . . Contact us at www.Toro.com W 2004 by The Toro Company All Rights Reserved 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Printed in the USA...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Authorized Service attention to the safety alert symbol, which means Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and CAUTION, WARNING, or DANGER—“personal serial numbers of your product ready. Figure NO TAG safety instruction.” Failure to comply with the illustrates the location of the model and serial numbers on instruction may result in personal injury or death.

  • Page 4: Slope Operation

    • Slow down before turning. • Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction, which • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always could cause the machine to roll over. turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and •...

  • Page 5: Toro Riding Mower Safety

    Clean up oil or fuel spillage fuel soaked gear. debris. Allow the machine to cool before storing. • Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure that • If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the original standards are maintained.

  • Page 6: Slope Chart

    Slope Chart Align this edge with a vertical surface (Tree, Building, Fence post, pole, etc.)

  • Page 7: Safety And Instruction Decals

    Safety and Instruction 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. 80-8760 99-5339 93-1265 1. Hot surface/burn hazard—stay a safe distance from the hot surface.

  • Page 8: Check Before Operating

    m–3314 Battery Symbols Figure 2 Some or all of these symbols are on your battery. 1. Hood latch 1. Explosion hazard 6. Read the Operator’s Manual. 2. No fire, open flames, or 3. Raise the hood to full height. smoking. 7.

  • Page 9: Adding Fuel

    2. Raise the hood. Danger 3. Lift up and twist each of the two side panel latches until they line up with the open slot (Fig. 4). 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.

  • Page 10: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh gasoline. Filling the Fuel Tank 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, lower the attachment lift, stop the engine, and remove the ignition key. Note: When filling the tank, make sure that the machine is on a level surface so that adequate air space is allowed.

  • Page 11: Check The Safety Interlock System

    Important If possible, blow dirt out (Fig. 9), rather than washing it out. If water is used, keep it away from electrical items. Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó m–3412 Figure 7 m–3615 Arrows show air intake and exhaust path Figure 9 1.

  • Page 12: Operation

    Operation Using the Parking Brake Set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. Think Safety First Setting the Parking Brake Please carefully read all the safety instructions on pages NO TAG through 7. Knowing this information 1.

  • Page 13: Operating The Power Take Off (Pto)

    6. Turn the ignition key clockwise and hold it in the start powered and the starter will not crank while the PTO is position (Fig. 13). engaged. Always turn off the PTO before getting off the seat. Engaging the PTO 1.

  • Page 14: Testing The Safety Interlock System

    Operating in Reverse The tractor has an interlock feature that prevents mowers, snowthrowers, and other PTO powered attachments from operating while the tractor is traveling in reverse. If you shift into reverse with the PTO engaged, the PTO will stop. If you need to mow or use other PTO powered m–4260 attachments while in reverse gear, you can temporarily...

  • Page 15: Gauges And Indicator Lights

    Parking Brake Light 9. Fully press the brake pedal, set the parking brake, push the PTO switch to the Off position, and start the When the parking brake light is on, it indicates the engine. parking brake is set. The machine will not drive while the 10.

  • Page 16: Driving Forward Or Backward

    Hour Meter The hour meter (Fig. NO TAG) records the amount of time the engine has run. Use it to schedule regular maintenance. Driving Forward or Backward 1. Stop the tractor. Important Do not shift gears with the tractor in motion.

  • Page 17: Raising And Lowering Attachments

    m–3313 Figure 18 1. Cruise control Engaging the Cruise Control m–3258 1. Drive the tractor forward and obtain the desired speed. Figure 19 2. While holding your foot steady on the traction control 1. Attachment power lift lever pedal, push the cruise control switch (Fig. 18) to the set position.

  • Page 18: Positioning The Seat

    Positioning the Tilt Steering Lowering Attachments Wheel 1. Start the tractor. 2. Push the lift lever down to lower the attachment The steering wheel has four tilt locations. Position the (Fig. 20). steering wheel where you have the best control of the machine and are most comfortable.

  • Page 19: Pushing The Machine By Hand

    Pushing the Machine by Hand allows you to make turns at higher speeds without having to change the speed control position. After the turn, the original speed is automatically restored. Important Do not tow the machine because transmission damage may occur. Always push the The Smart Turnt Steering feature does not affect engine machine by hand.

  • Page 20: Servicing The Air Cleaner

    Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Engine oil filter—change • Transaxle oil and oil filter—change 200 Hours • Power steering filter—have it cleaned by your Authorized Service Dealer • Spark plugs—change • Chipped surfaces—paint • Brakes—check • Safety System—check • Air-intake screens—clean •...
  • Page 21 m–3247 Figure 25 1. Foam element 2. Oil 5. Squeeze the element to distribute the oil. Checking the Paper Element m–3214 Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, damage to the Figure 24 rubber seal, excessive dirt, or other damage (Fig. 26). If 1.

  • Page 22: Servicing The Engine Oil

    4. Open the hood. Important To prevent engine damage, always operate the engine with the complete foam and paper air cleaner assembly installed. Caution Installing the Foam and Paper Elements Components under the hood will be hot if the tractor has been running. If you touch hot 1.

  • Page 23: Changing Spark Plugs

    11. Slowly add additional oil to bring the oil level to the a spark plug wrench for removing and installing the spark full mark on the dipstick. plugs and a gapping tool/feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap. Important Overfilling the crankcase with oil may Type: Champion RC-12YC (or equivalent)

  • Page 24: Greasing The Tractor

    How to Add Grease 2. Check the gap between the center and side electrodes (Fig. 31) and bend the side electrode, if the gap is not 1. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, lower the correct. attachment lift, stop the engine, and remove the ignition key.

  • Page 25: Maintaining The Tire Pressure

    Danger The rotating, cooling fan and drive shaft can catch fingers, hands, feet, hair, and loose clothing, causing amputation or other severe injury. • Do not operate the tractor without the drive shaft cover in place. m–3409 • Keep fingers, hands and clothing clear of the rotating, fan and drive shaft.

  • Page 26: Draining The Fuel Tank

    Adjusting the Brake 1. Park the machine on a level surface to ensure that the fuel tank drains completely. 1. Place the transmission in neutral. 2. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, lower the 2. Depress the brake pedal. attachment lift, stop the engine, and remove the ignition key.

  • Page 27: Replacing The Fuel Filter

    Servicing the Front Wheel Important Do not turn or unscrew the fuel shut-off valve. Toe-In 8. Remove the drain hose. Maintaining correct front wheel toe-in is important for 9. Install the fuel line onto the fuel shut-off valve. safety, Smart Turn steering operation, and ease of use. If uneven tire wear, lawn scuffing, or hard steering develop, 10.

  • Page 28: Changing Transaxle Fluid

    Checking the Transaxle Oil 1. Park the machine on a level surface. 2. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, lower the attachment lift, stop the engine, and remove the ignition key. 3. Tilt the seat up. m–3397 4. Clean around the transmission dipstick (Fig. 46) so dirt Figure 44 cannot fall into the filler hole and damage the transaxle.

  • Page 29: Cleaning The Power Steering Filter

    Draining the Transaxle Oil 2. Wipe the filter adapter gasket surface (Fig. 49). 3. Apply a thin coat of new oil to the rubber gasket on 1. Warm up the transaxle oil by driving the tractor. the replacement filter (Fig. 49). 2.

  • Page 30: Replacing Headlights

    5. Push and rotate the bulb counterclockwise until it stops (approx. 1/4 turn) and remove the bulb from the bulb holder (Fig. 52). m–3316 Figure 50 1. F1; main-30 amp 3. F3; dash, interlock-10 amp 2. F2; regulator-25 amp 4. F4; headlights-10 amp Replacing Headlights Figure 52 1.

  • Page 31: Servicing The Battery

    parts water and one part baking soda. Apply a light coating of grease to the battery terminals to prevent corrosion. Battery size: 12 v, 380 Cold Cranking Amps Removing the Battery 1. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, lower the attachment lift, stop the engine, and remove the ignition key.

  • Page 32: Adding Water To The Battery

    Warning Battery terminals or metal tools could short against metal tractor components causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. • When removing or installing the battery, do not allow the battery terminals to touch any metal parts of the tractor.

  • Page 33: Cleaning And Storage

    Installing the Battery 6. Reinstall the battery vent caps. 1. Place the battery onto the chassis (Fig. 54). Charging the Battery Important Always connect the positive (red) cable first. Warning 2. Using the bolt, washer and locknut, connect the positive (red) cable to the positive (+) battery post Charging the battery produces gasses that can (Fig.
  • Page 34 Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh gasoline and used at all times. B. Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). C. Stop the engine, allow it to cool and drain the fuel tank;...

  • Page 35: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The starter does not crank. 1. The PTO is on. 1. Move the PTO to the off position. 2. The brake is not depressed or 2. Set the parking brake. the parking brake is not on. 3.
  • Page 37 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The engine starts, but does not 1. Misadjusted or broken choke or 1. Contact your Authorized keep running throttle control cable. Service Dealer. 2. The fuel tank vent is restricted. 2. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer. 3.
  • Page 38 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The engine overheats. 1. The crankcase oil level is 1. Fill or drain to the full mark. incorrect. 2. The fuel mixture is lean. 2. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer. 3. Excessive loading. 3. Reduce load; use lower ground speed.
  • Page 39 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The tractor will not operate in 1. The High-Low range lever is in 1. Move the High-Low range lever either direction. neutral (N). to L or H. 2. The transmission oil is low. 2. Fill to the full mark on the transmission oil dipstick when the transmission is cold.
  • Page 40 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action PTO belt comes off of pulleys, 1. Belt tension is incorrect. 1. Refer to the attachment slips, or fails. operator’s manual. 2. Mower level is incorrect 2. Refer to the attachment operator’s manual. 3. Blade slope in transport is 3.

  • Page 41: Setup

    Setup Loose Parts Note: Use the chart below to identify parts for assembly. DESCRIPTION QTY. Bolt, 1/4-20 x 0.88 in. Washer, 1/4 in. Attaching the battery cables Hex Nut, 1/4-20 in. Hitch Pin Hairpin Cotter Installing the drawbar hitch pin Flat Washer, 0.50 in inside diameter Use in ignition and KeyChoicet switches Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 42: Activating The Battery

    Activating the Battery 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. m-5004 Figure 58 Purchase bulk electrolyte with 1.265 specific gravity battery supply outlet.

  • Page 43: Installing The Drawbar Hitch Pin

    Installing the Drawbar Hitch 6. As applicable, check and test the operation of the following: • Engine, choke and throttle controls Insert the drawbar hitch pin into the drawbar hitch and • Gauges secure it with a 0.50 in. inside diameter flat washer and hairpin cotter (Fig.

  • Page 44: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    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.

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