Toro TimeCutter SS 4225 Operator's Manual
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- Page 1 Form No. 3425-346 Rev A TimeCutter ® SS 4225 Riding Mower Model No. 74706—Serial No. 404314200 and Up *3425-346* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
- Page 2 Authorized Service manufacturer in accordance with the Society of Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1940 or J2723. As and serial numbers of your product ready.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Belt Maintenance ..........41 Inspecting the Belts .......... 41 Replacing the Mower Belt ......... 41 Safety ............... 4 Mower Maintenance..........42 Safety Alert Symbol ..........4 Blade Safety ............. 42 General Safety ........... 4 Servicing the Cutting Blades ......42 Slope Indicator ........... -
Page 4: Safety
Safety This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet The following instructions are from ANSI standard and of throwing objects. Toro designed and tested B71.1-2017. this lawn mower to offer reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply with safety instructions may result in injury or death. -
Page 5: Slope Indicator
Slope Indicator g011841 Figure 3 You may copy this page for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can 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 6: 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 missing. decalbatterysymbols Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery. 1. - Page 7 decal119-8815 119-8815 1. Parking position 4. Neutral 2. Fast 5. Reverse 3. Slow decal119-8871 119-8871 1. Height of cut 2. 4-1/2 inches 3. 4 inches 4. 3-1/2 inches 5. 3 inches 6. 2-1/2 inches 7. 2 inches 8. 1-1/2 inches...
- Page 8 decal121-0772 121-0772 1. Fast 4. Choke 2. Continuous variable setting 5. Power take-off (PTO), Blade control switch 3. Slow...
- Page 9 decal121-2989b 121-2989 1. Bypass lever position for 2. Bypass lever position for pushing the machine operating the machine decal131-3947 131-3947 1. Trim—slow 3. Mow—fast 2. Tow—medium...
- Page 10 decal132-0869 132-0869 Note: This machine complies with the industry standard stability test in the static lateral and longitudinal tests with the maximum recommended slope indicated on the decal. Review the instructions for operating the machine on slopes in the Operator’s Manual as well as the conditions in which you would operate the machine to determine whether you can operate the machine in the conditions on that day and at that site.
- Page 11 decal132-0872 132-0872 1. Thrown object 3. Severing hazard of hand hazard—keep bystanders or foot—keep away from away from the machine. moving parts. 2. Thrown object hazard, 4. Entanglement raised baffle—do not hazard—keep away operate the machine with from moving parts; keep an open deck;...
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Page 12: Product Overview
Controls Product Overview Become familiar with all the controls before you start the engine and operate the machine. Control Panel g028411 Figure 4 1. Footrest 8. Gas-tank cap 2. Deflector 9. Smart Speed™ lever g032603 Figure 5 3. Height-of-cut lever 10. - Page 13 3 speed ranges— trim, tow, and your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro (Figure 20). distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. Fuel-Presence Window To ensure optimum performance and continued safety...
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Page 14: Before Operation
Only use accessories and Refer to the Maintenance section and perform all the attachments approved by Toro. necessary inspection and maintenance steps. • Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all rocks, toys, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects. -
Page 15: Fuel Safety
Fuel Safety DANGER In certain conditions during fueling, static Use extreme care when handling fuel. electricity can be released causing a spark which can ignite gasoline vapors. A fire or DANGER explosion from gasoline can burn you and In certain conditions gasoline is extremely others and cause property damage. -
Page 16: Adding Fuel
Adding Fuel Note: Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. The empty space in the tank allows the fuel to expand. Recommended 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 17: Using The Safety-Interlock System
Using the Safety-Interlock motion-control levers to the center, unlocked position, engage the blade-control switch, and System rise slightly from the seat; the engine should shut off. WARNING Positioning the Seat If the safety-interlock switches are disconnected or damaged, the machine could The seat can move forward and backward. -
Page 18: Adjusting The Motion-Control Levers
Adjusting the During Operation Motion-Control Levers During Operation Safety Adjusting the Height General Safety You can adjust the motion-control levers higher or The operator must use their full attention when lower for maximum comfort (Figure operating the machine. Do Not engage in any activity that causes distractions;... - Page 19 • Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake – Whenever you leave the mower. Do Not leave is engaged before starting engine. a running machine unattended. • Start the engine carefully according to instructions • Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop: with feet well away from the blades.
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Page 20: Operating The Mower Blade-Control Switch (Pto)
Operating the Mower distance (twice the width of the machine) between the machine and any hazard. Use a walk behind Blade-Control Switch (PTO) machine or a hand trimmer to mow the grass in these areas. The blade-control switch (PTO) starts and stops the mower blades and any powered attachments. -
Page 21: Operating The Throttle
Operating the Throttle Starting the Engine You can move the throttle control between F Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking. positions (Figure 14). Important: Do not engage the starter for more Always use the F position when engaging the PTO. than 5 seconds at a time. -
Page 22: Shutting Off The Engine
Shutting Off the Engine Driving the Machine Disengage the blades by moving the The drive wheels turn independently, powered by blade-control switch to the O position (Figure hydraulic motors on each axle. You can turn 1 side 16). in reverse while you turn the other forward, causing the machine to spin rather than turn. - Page 23 To go backward, slowly pull the motion-control The following are only recommendations for use. levers rearward (Figure 19). Adjustments vary by grass type, moisture content, and the height of the grass. Suggested Trim uses: Parking Heavy, wet grass Training Trimming grass Bagging Mulching...
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Page 24: Using The Side Discharge
Using the Side Discharge Adjusting the Height of Cut Note: The mower has a hinged grass deflector that The transport position is the highest disperses clippings to the side and down toward the height-of-cut position or cutting height at 115 mm turf. -
Page 25: Adjusting The Anti-Scalp Rollers
Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Operating Tips Rollers Using the Fast Throttle Setting For Machine with 107 cm (42-inch) For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate Mower Decks Only the engine at the F position. Air is required to thoroughly cut grass clippings, so do not set the Whenever you change the height of cut, adjust the height-of-cut so low as to totally surround the mower height of the anti-scalp rollers. -
Page 26: After Operation
Tighten sharpen the blades as necessary. If a blade is loose hardware. damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. Transporting Transporting the Machine Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. - Page 27 on the down side of the slope and the ramp extends up the slope. This will minimize the ramp angle. WARNING Loading a machine onto a trailer or truck increases the possibility of tip-over and could cause serious injury or death. •...
- Page 28 and loss of control. Reduce the towed weight and slow down. • Stopping distance increases with the weight of the towed load. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. • Make wide turns to keep the attachment clear of the machine.
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Page 29: Pushing The Machine By Hand
Pushing the Machine by Operating the Machine Hand Move the bypass levers rearward through the keyhole and down to lock them in place as shown in Figure Important: Always push the machine by hand. Note: Do this for each lever. Do not tow the machine, because towing may damage it. -
Page 30: Maintenance
Unauthorized modifications to the original equipment or Maintenance Safety failure to use original Toro parts could lead to serious injury or death. Unauthorized WARNING changes to the machine, engine, fuel or... -
Page 31: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 8 hours • Check the safety-interlock system. • Clean and check the air-cleaner element. • Check the engine-oil level. Before each use or daily •... -
Page 32: Pre-Maintenance Procedures
Pre-Maintenance Lubrication Procedures Greasing the Bearings Raising the Seat Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease all the lubrication points. Ensure that the parking brake is engaged. Lift the Grease Type: No. 2 lithium grease seat forward. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage You can access following components by raising the the blade-control switch, and engage the parking seat:... -
Page 33: Engine Maintenance
Engine Maintenance Servicing the Paper Air-Cleaner Element Engine Safety Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Clean the paper air-cleaner element (more often in • Shut off the engine before checking the oil or dirty or dusty conditions). adding oil to the crankcase. Every 200 hours—Replace the paper air-cleaner •... - Page 34 Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. operating position. Drain the oil from the engine (Figure 32).
- Page 35 g193530 Figure 33 Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center. g027477 Figure 34 Changing the Engine-Oil Filter Service Interval: Every 200 hours—Change the Note: Ensure that the oil-filter gasket touches engine-oil filter (more often in dirty the engine, and then turn the oil filter an extra or dusty conditions).
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Page 36: Servicing The Spark Plug
Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 100 hours Ensure that 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 and a gapping tool or feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap. -
Page 37: Fuel System Maintenance
Fuel System Maintenance DANGER g027590 In certain conditions, fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and others and can damage property. Refer to Adding Fuel (page 16) for a complete list of fuel related precautions. Replacing the In-Line Fuel Filter Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Replace the... -
Page 38: Electrical System Maintenance
Electrical System WARNING Incorrectly removing the cables from Maintenance battery could damage the machine and cables, causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, Electrical System Safety resulting in personal injury. • Disconnect the battery before repairing the •... -
Page 39: Servicing The Fuses
Charging the Battery Servicing the Fuses Service Interval: Before storage—Charge the battery The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires and disconnect the battery cables. no maintenance; however, if a fuse blows, check the component/circuit for a malfunction or short. Remove the battery from the chassis;... -
Page 40: Drive System Maintenance
Releasing the Electric Drive System Brake Maintenance You can manually release the electric brake by rotating the link arms forward. Once the electric brake Checking the Tire Pressure is energized, the brake resets. Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check tire Turn the key to the position or disconnect pressure. -
Page 41: Belt Maintenance
45). Set the height of cut at the lowest cutting position (38 mm (1-1/2 inches). Using a spring-removal tool (Toro Part No. 92-5771), install the idler spring over the deck For machines with a 107 cm (42-inch) deck, hook and place tension on the idler pulley and... -
Page 42: Mower Maintenance
Mower Maintenance Blade Safety A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece of the blade could be thrown toward you or bystanders, resulting in serious personal injury or death. Trying to repair a damaged blade may result in discontinued safety certification of the product. - Page 43 g014973 g014973 Figure 48 Figure 50 1. Blade (in position for measuring) 1. Opposite blade edge (in position for measuring) 2. Level surface 2. Level surface 3. Measured distance between blade and the surface (A) 3. Second measured distance between blade and surface (B) Rotate the same blade 180 degrees so that If the difference between A and B is greater the opposing cutting edge is now in the same...
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Page 44: Leveling The Mower Deck
Installing the Blades Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Figure 51). Important: The curved part of the blade must be pointing upward toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting. Install the curved washer (cupped side toward the blade) and the blade bolt (Figure 51). - Page 45 Check the side-to-side adjustments again; repeat this procedure until the measurements are correct. Continue leveling the mower deck by checking the front-to-rear blade slope; refer to Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope (page 45). Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope Check the front-to-rear blade level any time you install the mower.
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Page 46: Removing The Mower Deck
g014634 Figure 57 1. Adjusting rod 3. Locknut 2. Adjusting block g014635 Figure 58 To raise the front of the mower, tighten the adjustment nut. 1. Front support rod 3. Deck bracket 2. Locking nut To lower the front of the mower, loosen the adjustment nut. -
Page 47: Installing The Mower Deck
Replacing the Grass Slide the mower deck out from underneath the machine. Deflector Note: Retain all parts for future installation. Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the grass deflector for damage. Installing the Mower Deck WARNING Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the An uncovered discharge opening could allow parking brake. -
Page 48: Cleaning
Cleaning Secure the rear end of the rod into the mower with a nut (3/8 inch) as shown in Figure Important: The grass deflector must be Washing the Underside of spring-loaded in the down position. Lift the deflector up to test that it snaps into the the Mower Deck full-down position. -
Page 49: Disposing Of Waste
Storage Disengage the blade-control switch, shut off the engine, remove the ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop. Storage Safety Turn the water off and remove the coupling from the washout fitting. • Let the engine cool before storing the machine. •... -
Page 50: Storing The Battery
Storing the Battery an alcohol-based stabilizer (ethanol or methanol). Fully charge the battery. Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most Let the battery rest for 24 hours, then check the effective when mixed with fresh fuel and battery voltage. used at all times. Note: If the battery voltage is below 12.6 V, Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel... -
Page 51: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The fuel tank is showing signs of collapsing 1. The air-cleaner paper element clogged. 1. Clean the paper element. or the machine is frequently showing signs of running out of fuel. The engine overheats. 1. - Page 52 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The machine does not drive. 1. The bypass valves are open. 1. Close the tow valves. 2. The traction belts are worn, loose, or 2. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer. broken. 3. The traction belts are off the pulleys. 3.
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Page 53: Schematics
Schematics g028022 Electrical Diagram (Rev. A) - Page 54 Notes:...
- Page 55 While the exposure from Toro products may be negligible or well within the “no significant risk” range, out of an abundance of caution, Toro has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover, if Toro does not provide these warnings, it could be sued by the State of California or by private parties seeking to enforce Prop 65 and subject to substantial penalties.