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Model No. 74266CP—Serial No. 310000001 and Up Model No. 74267CP—Serial No. 310000001 and Up Model No. 74274CP—Serial No. 310000001 and Up To register your product or download an Operator's Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge, go to www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Introduction..............2 Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model Safety ................4 and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 Safe Operating Practices ........4 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers Slope Indicator.............
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Checking the Engine Oil Level......16 Replacing the Mower Belt ........49 Switching the Fuel Tanks ........16 Adjusting the Mower Belt Tension for 72in Using the Rollover Protection System Mowers Only..........50 (ROPS) ............17 Replacing the PTO Drive Belt......50 Think Safety First ..........
Safety • Use extra care when handling diesel and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner – Use only an approved container can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, –...
• Be certain that the seat belt can be released quickly • Use only Toro approved attachments. Warranty may in the event of an emergency. be voided if used with unapproved attachments.
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.
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. 65-2690 1-403005 66-1340 1-643253 68-8340 54-9220 98-4387 1. Warning—wear hearing protection. 98-5954 58-6520 1.
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112-8651 1. Interval 2. Power Take-off (PTO) 3. Parking brake 4. Neutral 5. Operator presence switch 6. Battery 110-3851 114-9600 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. 1. Remove the ignition key and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance. 110-3852 115-4212 1.
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119-0397 119-0398 117-0912 1. Push to engage 4. Fast 2. Engine—preheat 5. Continuous variable setting 3. Rear the Operator’s 6. Slow Manual. Manufacturer’s Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. 117–2718 106-7492...
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106-9989 107-9309 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for information on charging the battery; contains lead; do not discard. 2. Read the Operator’s Manual. 110-0819...
Hour Meter Product Overview The hour meter records the number of hours the engine has operated. It operates when the engine is running. Use these times for scheduling regular maintenance (Figure 5). Safety Interlock Indicators There are symbols on the hour meter and they indicate with a black triangle that the interlock component is in the correct position (Figure 6).
A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories are available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories.
• Painted surfaces may be damaged by biodiesel DANGER blends. In certain conditions, fuel is extremely flammable • Use B5 (biodiesel contend of 5%) or lesser blend and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel in cold weather. can burn you and others and can damage property. •...
Important: Lower the roll bar only when absolutely necessary. 1. Remove the hairpin cotter pins and remove the two pins (Figure 9). 2. Lower the the roll bar to the down position. There are two down positions. See Figure 8 for the positions.
Figure 10 1. Safe Zone-use the 3. Water Z Master here on slopes less than 15 degrees or flat areas. 2. Use walk behind mower G004955 and/or hand trimmer near Figure 9 drop-offs and water. 1. Roll bar 3. Pin 2.
Figure 11 1. Warning— wear hearing protection Operating the Parking Brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the Figure 12 machine or leave it unattended. 1. Parking brake-ON 3. Brake Stop 2. Parking brake-OFF Setting the Parking Brake 1.
Figure 15 1. Throttle—fast 2. Throttle—slow Starting the Engine in Cold Weather Figure 13 (Below 23°F or -5°C) 1. Hour meter 5. Engine Temperature light 2. Ignition switch 6. Throttle control Use the correct engine oil for the starting 3. Glow plug switch 7.
4. Turn the ignition key to the off position (Figure 14). Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 5. Remove the key to prevent possibility of someone accidentally starting the machine before transporting or storing machine. 6.
CAUTION Machine can spin very rapidly. Operator may lose control of machine and cause personal injury or damage to machine. • Use caution when making turns. • Slow the machine down before making sharp turns. Figure 17 Driving Forward 1. Triangles light up when the interlock components are in the 1.
CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the tractor while it is unattended. Always remove the ignition key and set the parking brake when leaving the machine unattended, even if just for a few minutes. Adjusting the Height-of-Cut The height-of-cut is adjusted from 1-1/2 to 5 inch (38 to 127 mm) in 1/4 inch (6 mm) increments by...
3. After adjusting the height-of-cut, adjust the rollers by removing the flange nut, bushing, spacer, and bolt (Figure 20 , Figure 21 and Figure 22 ). Note: The two middle rollers will not have a spacer (Figure 21). 4. Select a hole so the anti-scalp roller is positioned to the nearest corresponding height-of-cut desired.
Position A • Allows increased ground speed in heavy conditions. This is the full rear position. The suggested use for this • This position is similar to the benefits of the Toro position is a follows. SFS mower. • Use for short, light grass mowing conditions.
1. To adjust, move the lever sideways to unlock seat (Figure 27). g012487 Figure 28 g012486 Figure 27 1. Back rest knob 2. Right-side arm rest 1. Seat suspension knob 2. Seat position adjustment lever Unlatching the Seat 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release 1.
2. Rotate the by-pass valves counterclockwise 1 turn engine continues to overheat, take your machine to an to push. This allows hydraulic fluid to by-pass the Authorized Service Dealer. pump enabling the wheels to turn (Figure 30). Using the Side Discharge Important: Do not rotate by-pass valves more than 1 turn.
Loading Machines Use extreme caution when loading units on trailers or trucks. One full width ramp that is wide enough to extend beyond the rear tires is recommended instead of individual ramps for each side of the unit (Figure 31). The lower rear section of the tractor frame extends back between the rear wheels and serves as a stop for tipping backward.
WARNING Parking brake may not hold machine parked on Z Stand and could cause personal injury or property damage. Do not park on Z Stand unless wheels are chocked or blocked. 10. Perform the maintenance. Figure 32 Driving off the Z Stand 1.
If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine TORO replacement blade. Mow at Correct Intervals Normally, mow every four days. But remember, grass grows at different rates at different times.
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Check the engine cooling system level. • Adjust the mower belt tension (72in mowers only). After the first 8 hours • Check the hydraulic fluid. • Change the hydraulic filter. After the first 25 hours •...
• Adjust the caster pivot bearing Every 500 hours • Adjust the electric clutch. • Change the hydraulic filter and hydraulic oil when using Toro® HYPR-OIL™ 500 hydraulic oil. • Grease the front caster pivots (more often in dirty or dusty conditions).
Important: Make sure cutting unit spindles are full of grease weekly. 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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1. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, 13. Torque the nut to 75-80 in-lb (8-9 N-m), loosen, and remove the key. Engage the parking brake. then re-torque to 20-25 in-lb (2-3 N-m). Make sure axle does not extend beyond either nut. 14.
Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Cleaner Note: Check the filters more frequently if operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Removing the Air Filter Service Interval: Every 250 hours (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the parking brake.
Checking the Engine Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily Note: Check the oil when the engine is cold. 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the parking brake. 2.
Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 50 hours Every 100 hours 1. Start the engine and let it run for five minutes. This warms the oil so it drains better. 2. Park the machine on a level surface. 3.
Changing the Engine Oil Filter Service Interval: After the first 50 hours Every 200 hours 1. Place a drip pan beneath the oil drip tray to receive oil from the oil filter and oil passages in the engine. 2. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing the Engine Oil.
Fuel System Maintenance Servicing the Fuel Filter and Water Seperator Service Interval: Every 40 hours—Drain the water separator. Figure 49 Every 400 hours/Yearly (whichever 3. Adapter 1. Oil filter comes first)—Replace the fuel 2. Gasket filter (more often in dirty or dusty conditions).
Changing the Fuel Filter Servicing the Fuel Tank Never install a dirty fuel filter if it is removed from the Do not attempt to drain the fuel tank. Ensure that an fuel line. Authorized Service Dealer drains the fuel tank and services any components of the fuel system.
Electrical System 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the parking Maintenance brake. 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all Servicing the Battery moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
to prevent battery damage when the temperature is below 32°F (0°C). 1. Make sure the filler caps are installed in battery. Charge battery for 10 to 15 minutes at 25 to 30 amps or 30 minutes at 10 amps. 2. When the battery is fully charged, unplug the charger from the electrical outlet, then disconnect the charger leads from the battery posts (Figure 54).
Drive System Maintenance Adjusting the Tracking The machine has a knob for adjusting the tracking located under the seat. Important: Adjust the handle neutral and hydraulic pump neutral before adjusting the tracking. Refer to Adjusting the Handle Neutral in Maintenance and Adjusting the Hydraulic Pump Neutral in Maintenance.
Checking the Wheel Hub Slotted Nut Service Interval: After the first 100 hours—Check the wheel hub slotted nut. Every 500 hours—Check the wheel hub slotted nut. After the first 100 hours—Check the wheel lug nuts. Every 500 hours—Check the wheel lug nuts.
1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers 5. The oil should be up to the opening of the gear box. to the neutral locked position and set the parking 6. Add oil if needed to bring it to the correct level. brake.
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5. Pull up on the spring loaded idler pulley for the PTO assembly. Make sure it is between the armature and drive belt and remove the belt from the clutch pulley the rotor friction surfaces (Figure 63). (Figure 61). 10. Tighten the lock nuts until there is slight binding on the feeler gauge but it can be moved easily within the air gap (Figure 63).
Cooling System 3. With the engine cool, check the overflow bottle level. The fluid needs to be up to the bump on the outside Maintenance of the overflow bottle (Figure 64). 4. If the coolant level is low, add a 50/50 mix of Servicing the Cooling System extended life antifreeze/Dex-Cool®...
Brake Maintenance Adjusting the Parking Brake Service Interval: Every 25 hours Every 200 hours 1. Engage the parking brake, lever up. 2. Measure the length of the spring. Measurement should be 2-1/2 inch (64 mm) between the washers (Figure 66). 3.
Belt Maintenance Inspecting the Belts Service Interval: Every 100 hours Check belts for cracks, frayed edges, burn marks, or any other damage. Replace damaged belts. Replacing the Mower Belt 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.
Adjusting the Mower Belt Replacing the PTO Drive Belt Tension for 72in Mowers Only Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Check the PTO drive belt. Service Interval: After the first 8 hours 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers Important: To ensure proper mower belt tension, to the neutral locked position and set the parking which will result in a longer belt life, check the brake.
Figure 73 1. Clutch 3. Spring 2. Pump drive belt 4. Spring loaded idler pulley Figure 72 1. Gear box 4. Clutch 2. Spring 5. Rubber clutch stop Replacing and Tensioning the 3. Spring loaded idler pulley 6. PTO Drive belt Alternator Belt Replacing the Pump Drive Belt Replacing the Alternator Belt...
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12. Install the oil cooler shield and engine straps to the rear frame with the 4 bolts previously removed (Figure 74). 13. Install the engine straps to the side of the machine (Figure 74). 14. Tighten the bottom bolt and install the upper bolt holding the alternator and cover (Figure 76).
Controls System 9. Apply slight rearward pressure on the motion control lever, turn the head of the adjustment bolt Maintenance in the appropriate direction until the control lever is centered in the neutral lock position (Figure 78). Adjusting the Control Handle Note: Keeping rearward pressure on the lever will keep the pin at the end of the slot and allow the Neutral Position...
Hydraulic System Maintenance Servicing the Hydraulic System Hydraulic Oil Type: Toro ® HYPR-OIL ™ hydraulic oil or Mobil ® 1 15W-50 oil Hydraulic System Oil Capacity: 132 ounces (3.9 l) Figure 79 Important: Use oil specified. Other fluids could 1. Hot fluid level-full 2.
1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers 9. Fill the hydraulic tank with hydraulic fluid until the to the neutral locked position and set the parking fluid overflows the filter and then turn the oil filter brake. clockwise until the rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter, then tighten the filter an additional 1/2 turn 2.
Checking the Hydraulic Hoses 1. Raise the frame and block up the machine so drive wheels can rotate freely. Service Interval: Every 100 hours 2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the seat Check the hydraulic hoses for leaks, loose fittings, safety switch.
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Figure 84 Figure 83 1. Double nuts 4. Locknut 2. Pump rod 5. Ball joint 1. Tracking knob 4. Turn this way to track right 3. Adjustment bolt 6. Pumps 2. Hydraulic tank 5. Turn this way to track left 3.
Mower Deck Maintenance Leveling the Mower at Three Positions Important: There are only three measuring positions needed to level the mower. Setting Up the Machine 1. Position mower on a flat surface. Figure 85 2. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers 1.
8. Loosen the jam nut under the rear support arm and (6 to 10 mm) lower in front at A than in the rear at adjust the adjustment bolt to get a measurement of B (Figure 86). 3-1/8 to 3-1/4 inches (80 to 83 mm) (Figure 86). 9.
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.
2. Install the spring disk and blade bolt. The spring WARNING disk cone must be installed toward the bolt head Contact with a sharp blade can cause serious injury. (Figure 93). Wear gloves or wrap sharp edges of the blade with a rag.
Cleaning Cleaning Under the Mower Service Interval: Before each use or daily Remove the grass buildup under the mower daily. 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.
Storage C. Restart the engine and run it until it stops. D. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per local Cleaning and Storage codes. Important: Do not store 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking stabilizer/conditioned fuel over 90 days. brake, and turn the ignition key to Off.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Starter does not crank 1. Blade control (PTO) is engaged. 1. Move blade contro (PTO) to disengaged. 2. Parking brake is not on. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Operator is not seated. 3. Sit on the seat. 4.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Uneven cutting height. 1. Blade(s) not sharp. 1. Sharpen the blade(s). 2. Cutting blade(s) is/are bent. 2. Install new cutting blade(s). 3. Mower is not level. 3. Level mower from side-to-side and front-to-rear. 4. Underside of mower is dirty. 4.
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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.