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Toro TimeCutter ZS 3200S Operator's Manual

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Original Instructions (EN)
TimeCutter
Mower
Model No. 74388—Serial No. 314000001 and Up
Form No. 3381-455 Rev A
®
ZS 3200S Riding
G015307
*3381-455* A

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3381-455 Rev A TimeCutter ® ZS 3200S Riding Mower Model No. 74388—Serial No. 314000001 and Up G015307 *3381-455* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)

  • Page 2: Introduction

    , and operating requirements, the actual engine torque on this class of mower will be significantly lower. Go to www.Toro.com to view specifications on your mower model. Figure 2 1.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Cleaning and Storing the Machine ......42 Troubleshooting ............43 Schematics ..............45 Introduction ..............2 Safety ................4 Safe Operating Practices........... 4 Toro Mower Safety ..........6 Model 74388............7 Slope Indicator ............8 Safety and Instructional Decals ......... 9 Product Overview ............12 Controls ...............13 Operation ..............14...

  • Page 4: Safety

    • Wear appropriate clothing; including a hard hat, safety Toro designed and tested this mower for reasonably safe glasses, long pants, safety shoes, gloves, and hearing service; however, failure to comply with the following protection.
  • Page 5 • • Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed If fuel is spilled on clothing, change your clothing the engine. immediately. • Stop on level ground, disengage drives, engage the • Do not overfill fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and tighten parking brake (if provided), shut off the engine before securely.

  • Page 6: Toro Mower Safety

    Toro Mower Safety Slope Operation All slopes and ramps require extra caution. If you feel uneasy The following list contains safety information specific to Toro on a slope, do not mow it. products and other safety information you must know.

  • Page 7: Model 74388

    For peace of mind, insist on Toro genuine parts. • Check the brake operation frequently. Adjust and service the brake as required. Model 74388 Sound Pressure This unit has a sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 87 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 10 130-6877 1. Read the Operator’s 2. The maximum drawbar Manual pull is 36 kg (80 lbs). 120-5469 1. Height-of-cut 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.
  • Page 11 120-5468 1. Slow 2. Fast 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 6. Loss of traction/control hazard, slopes—loss of traction/control maintenance;...

  • Page 12: Product Overview

    121-0771 1. Choke 4. Slow 2. Fast 5. Power take-off (PTO), Blade control switch 3. Continuous variable setting Product Overview g020240 Figure 4 1. Footrest 5. Control panel 9. Deflector 13. Front caster wheels 10. Engine 2. Height-of-cut lever 6. Operator seat 3.

  • Page 13: Controls

    Controls position the motion-control levers into the park position when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. Become familiar with all controls in Figure 4 and Figure 5 before you start the engine and operate the machine. Smart Speed™ Control System Lever The Smart Speed™...

  • Page 14: Operation

    Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. DANGER Adding Fuel In certain conditions during fueling, static • For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than 30 days electricity can be released causing a spark which old), unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or can ignite the gasoline vapors.

  • Page 15: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    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 of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel stabilizer G014895 at all times. Filling the Fuel Tank Ensure that the engine is shut off and the motion controls are Figure 9...

  • Page 16: 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 17: Starting The Engine

    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.

  • Page 18: Operating The Blades

    Figure 15 1. Control panel 2. Blade-control switch—On position Figure 14 Disengaging the Blades 1. Control panel 4. Off 2. Ignition key—run position 5. Run Push down on the blade-control switch to move it to the Off position, and disengage the blades (Figure 16). 3.

  • Page 19: Stopping The Engine

    6. Repeat with the other motion-control lever. 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. 9. While the engine is running, engage the blade-control switch, and rise slightly from the seat.
  • Page 20 Using the Smart Speed™ Control Driving Forward System 1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. The Smart Speed™ Control-System lever, located below the 2. To go forward, slowly push the motion-control levers operating position (Figure 18), gives the operator a choice to forward (Figure 17).

  • Page 21: Stopping The Machine

    Driving Backward 1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. 2. To go backward, look behind you and down, as you slowly pull the motion-control levers rearward (Figure 20). Figure 21 1. Height-of-cut lever 3. 115 mm (4.5 inches)—transport position 2.

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Motion-Control Levers

    Adjusting the Motion-control Adjusting the Tilt Levers The motion-control levers can be tilted fore or aft for maximum operator comfort. 1. Loosen the upper bolt holding the control lever to the Adjusting the Height control-arm shaft. The motion-control levers can be adjusted higher or lower for 2.

  • Page 23: Converting To Side Discharge

    g017303 Figure 24 1. Bypass-lever locations 3. Lever position for pushing Figure 25 the machine 1. Grass deflector 4. Hinge pin 2. Lever position for operating the machine 2. Discharge cover 5. Wing nut 3. Lower lip 6. When finished, ensure that the key has been returned to the Stop position to avoid draining the battery charge.

  • Page 24: 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 25: 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 5 hours • Check the safety-interlock system. • Clean and check the air cleaner foam element. •...

  • Page 26: Lubrication

    Lubrication Engine Maintenance Greasing the Bearings Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease all the lubrication Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Clean and check points. the air cleaner foam element. Grease Type: No. 2 General Purpose, Lithium-Base Grease Every 50 hours—Replace the air cleaner paper 1.

  • Page 27: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Servicing the Engine Oil Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG, SH, SJ, or higher) Crankcase Capacity: 1.0 L (34 oz) when you do not change the filter; 1.05 L (36 oz) when you change the filter. Viscosity: See the table below. g020243 Figure 29 1.
  • Page 28 Important: Do not overfill the crankcase with oil 11. Change the engine-oil filter; refer to Changing the and run the engine; engine damage may result. Engine-oil Filter (page 28). 12. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified Changing the Engine Oil amount of oil into the fill hole (Figure 32).

  • Page 29: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Servicing the Spark Plug Checking the Spark Plug 1. Inspect the spark plug (Figure 35). Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Check the spark plug. Note: If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, Every 100 hours—Replace the spark plug. the engine is operating properly.

  • Page 30: Fuel System Maintenance

    Fuel System Electrical System Maintenance Maintenance Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain Replacing the In-line Fuel lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Filter Wash hands after handling. Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Replace the in-line fuel WARNING filter Never install a dirty filter if it is removed from the fuel line.
  • Page 31 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 32: 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 33: Releasing The Electric Brake

    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.
  • Page 34 Inspecting the Blades 3. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface (Figure 44). Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the cutting blades. 1. Inspect the cutting edges (Figure 42). Note: If the edges are not sharp or have nicks, remove and sharpen the blades;...
  • Page 35 (Figure 49). optimum performance and continued safety conformance Note: If the blade stays in a horizontal position, the of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. blade is balanced, and can be used. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards.

  • Page 36: Leveling The Mower Deck

    2. Install the blade stiffener, the curved washer (cupped within 5 mm (3/16 inch), an adjustment is required; side toward the blade), and the blade bolt (Figure 47). continue with this procedure. 3. Torque the blade bolt to 47 to 88 N-m (35 to 65 ft-lb). 6.
  • Page 37 Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope Check the front-to-rear blade slope 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: 1.

  • Page 38: Removing The Mower

    G014634 Figure 55 1. Adjusting rod 3. Locknut 2. Adjusting block G014635 Figure 56 7. To raise the front of the mower, tighten the adjustment nut. 1. Front support rod 3. Deck bracket 2. Locking nut 8. To lower the front of the mower, loosen the adjustment nut.

  • Page 39: Installing The Mower

    Installing the Mower 2. Remove the nut (3/8 inch) from the rod under the mower (Figure 58). 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the 3. Slide the rod out of the short stand-off, spring, and blade-control switch. grass deflector (Figure 58).

  • Page 40: Mower Belt Maintenance

    (Figure 59). remove the idler spring from the deck hook to remove 6. Using a spring removal tool (Toro part no. 92-5771), tension on the idler pulley, and roll the belt off of the install the idler spring over the deck hook and placing pulleys (Figure 59).

  • Page 41: Cleaning

    Cleaning Note: If the mower is not clean after one washing, soak it and let it stand for 30 minutes. Then, repeat the process. Washing the Underside of the 9. Run the mower again for 1 to 3 minutes to remove excess water.

  • Page 42: Storage

    Storage plug(s) removed from the engine, pour 2 tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug hole. Use the starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside the Cleaning and Storing the cylinder. Install the spark plug(s). Do not install the wire on the spark plug(s).
  • Page 43 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 44 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.
  • Page 45 Schematics G014644 Electrical Diagram (Rev. A)
  • Page 46 Notes:...
  • Page 47 The Way Toro Uses Information Toro may use your personal information to process warranty claims, to contact you in the event of a product recall and for any other purpose which we tell you about. Toro may share your information with Toro's affiliates, dealers or other business partners in connection with any of these activities. We will not sell your personal information to any other company.
  • Page 48 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 General Conditions and labor.

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