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- Page 1 Form No. 3394-276 Rev A TimeCutter ® ZS 4200T or 5000 Riding Mower Model No. 74656—Serial No. 315000001 and Up Model No. 74660—Serial No. 315000001 and Up *3394-276* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
- Page 2 J2723. As configured to meet safety, emission, and operating requirements, the actual engine horsepower on this class of lawn mower will be significantly lower. G014523 Go to www.Toro.com to view specifications on your mower Figure 1 model. Under the seat This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002 1.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Installing the Mower ..........47 Safety ................4 Replacing the Grass Deflector ........48 Safe Operating Practices........... 4 Mower Belt Maintenance ..........49 Toro Mower Safety ..........6 Inspecting the Belts ..........49 Model 74656............7 Replacing the Mower Belt ........49 Model 74660............7 Cleaning ..............50... -
Page 4: Safety
Toro designed and tested this mower for reasonably safe Important: Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry may service; however, failure to comply with the following get tangled in moving parts. -
Page 5: Maintenance And Storage
Maintenance and Storage • Stop on level ground, disengage drives, engage the parking brake (if provided), shut off the engine before • Disengage drives, set the parking brake, stop the engine, leaving the operator's position for any reason, including and remove the key or disconnect spark-plug wire. Wait emptying the catchers or unclogging the chute. -
Page 6: Toro Mower Safety
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... -
Page 7: Model 74656
Model 74660 • Replace all parts including, but not limited to, tires, belts, blades, and fuel system components with original Toro parts. Sound Pressure • Check the brake operation frequently. Adjust and service the brake as required. This unit has a sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 94 dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 1 dBA. -
Page 8: Slope Indicator
Slope Indicator G011841 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. -
Page 9: Safety And Instructional Decals
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;... - Page 10 112-9840 For models with 127 cm (50 inch) decks 1. Read the Operator's 3. Remove the ignition key Manual. and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance. 2. Height-of-cut 120-5469 114-1606 For models with 107 cm (42 inch) decks 1.
- Page 11 131-4036 1. Maximum drawbar pull 36 2. Read the Operator's kg (80 lb) Manual. 121-2989 1. Bypass lever position for 2. Bypass lever position for pushing the machine operating the machine 131-3948 131-3948 1. Slow 3. Fast 2. Towing Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 1.
- Page 12 121-0772 1. Fast 4. Choke 2. Continuous-variable setting 5. Power take-off (PTO), blade-control switch 3. Slow...
- Page 13 121-0773 1. Fast 4. Choke 2. Continuous-variable setting 5. Power take-off (PTO), blade-control switch 3. Slow...
- Page 14 132-0869 1. Warning—read the 3. Cutting hazard of hand, 5. Ramp tipping 7. Tipping hazard on Operator's Manual. mower blade; pinching hazard—when loading slopes—do not use on hazard of hand, belt—keep onto a trailer, do not use slopes near open water; do dual ramps;...
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Page 15: Product Overview
Product Overview Figure 4 Models with 107 cm (42-inch) decks 1. Deflector 4. Height-of-cut lever 7. Footrest 10. Engine 2. Rear drive wheel 5. Operator seat 8. Fuel-tank cap 11. Engine guard 3. Motion-control levers 6. Smart Speed™ lever 9. Control panel 12. -
Page 16: Controls
Controls Blade-Control Switch (Power Take-off) The blade-control switch, represented by a power take-off Become familiar with all of the controls in Figure Figure (PTO) symbol, engages and disengages power to the mower 5, and Figure 6 before you start the engine and operate the blades (Figure machine. -
Page 17: Operation
Operation G014521 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). -
Page 18: Checking The Engine-Oil Level
Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective DANGER when mixed with fresh gasoline. To minimize the chance In certain conditions during fueling, static of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel stabilizer electricity can be released causing a spark which at all times. -
Page 19: Think Safety First
Think Safety First CAUTION This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85 Operating Safety dBA at the operators ear and can cause hearing loss through extended periods of exposure. Please carefully read all of the safety instructions and decals in the safety section. -
Page 20: Starting The Engine
Understanding the Safety-Interlock Note: The engine should stop. System Starting the Engine WARNING Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking If safety-interlock switches are disconnected or (Figure 12). damaged, the machine could operate unexpectedly causing personal injury. Important: Do not engage the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time. -
Page 21: Operating The Blades
Operating the Blades Stopping the Engine 1. Disengage the blades by moving the blade-control The blade-control switch, represented by a power take-off switch to Off (Figure 14). (PTO) symbol, engages and disengages power to the mower blades. This switch controls power to any attachments that 2. - Page 22 Using the Smart Speed Control System The Smart Speed Control-System lever, located below the operating position (Figure 16), gives the operator a choice to drive the machine at 3 ground speed ranges—trim, tow, and mow. Figure 16 1. Smart speed lever To change speeds, do the following: 1.
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Page 23: Stopping The Machine
Driving Backward • Bagging • Mulching Note: Always use caution when backing up and turning. 1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. 2. To go backward, look behind you and down, as you This is the fastest speed. The suggested uses for this speed slowly pull the motion-control levers rearward (Figure are as follows:... -
Page 24: Adjusting The Height-Of-Cut
Adjusting the Height-of-Cut • Upper hole—use this position with the mower deck in the 63 mm (2-1/2 inches) and below the Note: The transport position is the highest height-of-cut height-of-cut positions (Figure 20). position or cutting height (115 mm (4.5 inches)) as shown •... -
Page 25: Positioning The Seat
Adjusting the Motion-Control Levers Adjusting the Height G010233 The motion-control levers can be adjusted higher or lower for maximum operator comfort (Figure 23). Figure 21 1. Anti-scalp roller 3. Flange nut 2. Bolt 4. Hole spacing Positioning the Seat The seat can move forward and backward. Position the seat g027252 where you have the best control of the machine and are most Figure 23... -
Page 26: Converting To Side Discharge (For Models With 107 Cm (42-Inch) Decks)
Converting to Side Discharge Note: Ensure this is done for each lever. (for models with 107 cm 5. Move the motion-control levers inward to the neutral position and turn the ignition key to the Run position. (42-inch) decks) Note: Do not start the machine. The mower deck and mower blades shipped with this machine Note: The machine is now able to be pushed by hand. -
Page 27: Converting To Side Discharge (For Models With 127 Cm (50-Inch) Decks)
G005667 Figure 26 1. Pivot rod 3. Existing thin nut (3/8 inch) 2. Cutoff baffle (originally shipped with the machine) 8. Torque the fastener to 7 to 9 N-m (14 to 18 ft-lb). 9. Lower the grass deflector over the discharge opening Important: Ensure that the mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf, while in side-discharge... - Page 28 4. Remove the 2 knobs and curved washers that secure WARNING the right baffle to the mower (Figure 28). Open holes in the mower expose you and others to thrown debris which can cause severe injury. • Never operate the mower without hardware mounted in all holes in the mower housing.
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Page 29: Transporting The Machine
Installing the Right Baffle for Mulching 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. - Page 30 WARNING Loading a machine onto a trailer or truck increases the possibility of tip-over and could cause serious injury or death. • Use extreme caution when operating a machine on a ramp. • Use only a full-width ramp; do not use individual ramps for each side of the machine.
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Page 31: Operating Tips
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. -
Page 32: Maintenance
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 8 hours • Check the safety-interlock system. • Check the engine oil level. •... -
Page 33: Premaintenance Procedures
Premaintenance Lubrication Procedures Greasing the Bearings Raising the Seat Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease all the lubrication points. Make sure that the motion-control levers are locked in the Grease Type: No. 2 general purpose, lithium-based grease park position, and lift the seat forward. 1. -
Page 34: Engine Maintenance
Engine Maintenance 5. Pump grease into the fittings until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings. Servicing the Air Cleaner Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently (every few hours) if operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Removing the Element 1. -
Page 35: Servicing The Engine Oil
Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG, SH, SJ, or SL) Crankcase Capacity: Model Oil filter not removed Oil filter removed 74656 1.5 L (50.7 oz) 1.7 L (57.5 oz) 74660 1.8 L (60.9 oz) 2.1 L (71 oz) Viscosity: See the table below. -
Page 36: Changing The Engine Oil
Changing the Engine Oil 4. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil into the filler tube and slowly add the additional oil to Service Interval: After the first 8 hours—Change the engine bring it to the Full mark (Figure 41). -
Page 37: Servicing The Spark Plug
Changing the Engine-Oil Filter Removing the Spark Plug 1. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO). Service Interval: Every 200 hours—Change the oil filter (more often in dusty, dirty conditions). 2. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the key before leaving the operating position. -
Page 38: Cleaning The Cooling System
Installing the Spark Plug Fuel System Tighten the spark plug to 22 N-m (16 ft-lb). Maintenance 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. •... -
Page 39: Electrical System Maintenance
Electrical System Maintenance WARNING g027590 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. Charging the Battery Removing the Battery WARNING Battery terminals or metal tools could short against... -
Page 40: Installing The Battery
Charging the Battery WARNING Service Interval: Before storage—Charge the battery and Incorrect battery-cable routing could damage disconnect battery cables. the machine and cables causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to 1. Remove the battery from the chassis; refer to Removing explode, resulting in personal injury. -
Page 41: Servicing The Fuses
Servicing the Fuses Drive System Maintenance 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. Checking the Tire Pressure Fuse type: • Main—F1-30 amp, blade-type Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check tire pressure. -
Page 42: Mower Maintenance
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 Figure 51 keep extra blades on hand. - Page 43 3. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface (Figure 54). Figure 52 1. Cutting edge 3. Wear/slot forming G014973 2. Curved area 4. Damage Figure 54 Checking for Bent Blades 1. Blade (in position for measuring) Note: The machine must be on a level surface for the 2.
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Page 44: Removing The Blades
To ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. 2. Check the balance of the blade by putting it on a blade... -
Page 45: Leveling The Mower Deck
Important: The curved part of the blade must be G005278 pointing upward toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting. 2. Install the the curved washer (cupped side toward the blade) and the blade bolt (Figure 57). 3. Torque the blade bolt to 47 to 88 N-m (35 to 65 ft-lb). 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... - Page 46 10. Continue leveling the deck by checking the front-to-rear blade slope; refer to Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope (page 46). Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope 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 G009659 (5/16 inch) lower than the rear of the mower, adjust the blade Figure 64...
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Page 47: Removing The Mower
10. When the front-to-rear blade slope is correct check the side-to-side level of the mower again, refer to Leveling from Side to Side (page 45). Removing the Mower 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade-control switch. 2. -
Page 48: Replacing The Grass Deflector
Replacing the Grass Deflector 8. Insert the rod at the front of the grass deflector into the short standoff on the deck. Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the grass 9. Secure the rear end of the rod into the mower with a deflector for damage. -
Page 49: Mower Belt Maintenance
4. Set the height-of-cut at the lowest cutting position of 38 mm (1-1/2 inches). 5. 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... -
Page 50: Cleaning
Cleaning 7. Using a spring-removal tool (Toro part no. 92-5771), install the idler spring over the deck hook, and place tension on the idler pulley and mower belt ((Figure 69 Washing the Underside of the Figure 70). Mower 8. Tighten the bottom two bolts holding the mower-deck curtain to the mower deck. -
Page 51: Storage
Storage 8. Turn the water off and remove the coupling from the washout fitting. Cleaning and Storage Note: If the mower is not clean after one washing, soak it and let it stand for 30 minutes. Then, repeat 1. Disengage the blade-control switch, move the motion the process. - Page 52 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). 13. Clean any dirt and chaff from the top of the mower. 14.
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Page 53: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine overheats. 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce the ground speed. 2. The oil level in the crankcase is low. 2. Add oil to the crankcase. 3. The cooling fins and air passages 3. - Page 54 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The cutting height is uneven. 1. The blade(s) is not sharp. 1. Sharpen the blade(s). 2. A cutting blade(s) is/are bent. 2. Install a new cutting blade(s). 3. The mower is not level. 3. Level the mower from side-to-side and front-to-rear.
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Page 55: Schematics
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- Page 60 Authorized Toro Service Dealer. 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 General Conditions labor.