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Original Instructions (EN)
TimeCutter
Riding Mower
Model No. 74650—Serial No. 316000001 and Up
Model No. 74655—Serial No. 316000001 and Up
Form No. 3400-764 Rev A
®
ZS 3200S or 4200S
*3400-764* A

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3400-764 Rev A TimeCutter ® ZS 3200S or 4200S Riding Mower Model No. 74650—Serial No. 316000001 and Up Model No. 74655—Serial No. 316000001 and Up *3400-764* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2 This product complies with all relevant European directives; Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional for details, please see the separate product specific Declaration information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro of Conformity (DOC) sheet. Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Washing the Underside of the Mower ......45 Safety ................4 Storage ................46 Safe Operating Practices........... 4 Cleaning and Storing the Machine ......46 Model 74650............6 Troubleshooting ............48 Model 74655............6 Schematics ..............50 Slope Indicator ............7 Safety and Instructional Decals ......... 8 Product Overview ............12...
  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety • Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing This machine has been designed in accordance with EN ISO roadways. 5395:2013. • Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these into a trailer or truck.
  • Page 5: Safe Handling Of Gasoline

    Safe Handling of Gasoline • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, steep banks or water. Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers, To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extra care which may result in serious injury, death or drowning. when handling gasoline and other fuels.
  • Page 6: Model 74650

    Maintain or replace safety and instruction decals as procedures outlined in ISO 11094. necessary. • Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure that Hand/Arm Vibration original standards are maintained. Measured vibration level for left hand = 3.4 m/s Model 74650 Measured vibration level for right hand = 2.4 m/s...
  • Page 7: 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 8: 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 9 131-3948 131-3948 3. Fast 1. Slow 2. Towing 131-4036 1. Maximum drawbar pull 36 2. Read the Operator's kg (80 lb) Manual. 120-5469 1. Height of cut 132-0872 1. Thrown object 3. Severing hazard of hand hazard—keep bystanders or foot—keep away from away from the machine.
  • Page 10 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. No fire, open flame, or 7. Wear eye protection; smoking. explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries 8.
  • Page 11 132-0869 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;...
  • Page 12: Product Overview

    Product Overview g020240 Figure 4 1. Footrest 13. Front caster wheels 5. Control panel 9. Deflector 2. Height-of-cut lever 6. Operator seat 10. Engine 3. Motion-control lever 7. Rear drive wheel 11. Washout fitting 4. Smart-speed lever 8. Fuel-tank cap 12.
  • Page 13: Operation

    Motion-Control Levers and Park Operation Position Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine The motion-control levers are speed-sensitive controls of from the normal operating position. independent-wheel motors. Moving a lever forward or backward turns the wheel on the same side forward or in reverse;...
  • Page 14: 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 15: Think Safety First

    Think Safety First CAUTION This machine produces sound levels in excess of Please read all safety instructions and symbols in the safety 85 dBA at the operator’s ear and can cause hearing section. Knowing this information could help you or bystanders avoid injury.
  • Page 16: Testing The Safety-Interlock System

    Testing the Safety-Interlock Starting the Engine System Important: Do not engage the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. Engaging the starter motor for Test the safety-interlock system before you use the machine more than 5 seconds can damage the starter motor. If each time.
  • Page 17: Stopping The Engine

    Driving the Machine Note: Always engage the blades with the throttle in the position. Driving the machine benefits from an understanding of what zero-turn-radius mower means. The drive wheels turn independently, powered by hydraulic motors on each axle; hence 1 side can turn in reverse while the other turns forward, causing the machine to spin rather than turn.
  • Page 18: Driving Forward

    Driving Forward Driving Backward Note: Always use caution when backing up and turning. Note: Always use caution when backing up and turning. 1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. 1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. 2.
  • Page 19: Stopping The Machine

    To change speeds, do the following: WARNING 1. Move the motion-control levers to the N EUTRAL Children or bystanders may be injured if they position and outward to the P position. move or attempt to operate the mower while it is unattended.
  • Page 20: Positioning The Seat

    Positioning the Seat 2. Loosen the lower bolt just enough to pivot the control lever forward or rearward (Figure 19). Move the seat forward or backward as shown in Figure 3. Tighten both bolts to secure the control lever in the new position.
  • Page 21: Converting To Side Discharge

    6. When finished, ensure that the key has been returned to 4. Remove the hinge pin securing the cover to the deck the S position to avoid draining the battery charge. (Figure 21). Note: If the machine fails to move, the electric brake may 5.
  • Page 22: Converting To Side Discharge

    Converting to Side Discharge For Models with 107 cm (42-inch) Mower Decks The mower deck and mower blades shipped with this machine were designed for optimum mulching and side-discharge performance. Removing the Discharge Cover for the Side Discharge 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the G005667 blade-control switch.
  • Page 23: Transporting The Machine

    Transporting the Machine Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all necessary brakes, lighting, and marking as required by law. Please carefully read all the safety instructions. Knowing this information could help you, your family, pets, or bystanders avoid injury.
  • Page 24 Important: Do not use narrow individual ramps for each side of the machine. Ensure the ramp is long enough so that the angle with the ground does not exceed 15 degrees (Figure 27). On flat ground, this requires a ramp to be at least 4 times as long as the height of the trailer or truck bed to the ground.
  • Page 25: Operating Tips

    If a blade is damaged or worn, replace Cutting 1/3 of the Grass Blade it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement 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 26: 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 and filter. After the first 5 hours • Check the safety-interlock system. •...
  • Page 27: Premaintenance Procedures

    Premaintenance Lubrication Procedures Greasing the Bearings Raising the Seat Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease all lubrication points. Make sure that the motion-control levers are locked in the Grease Type: No. 2 general purpose, lithium grease position, and lift the seat forward. 1.
  • Page 28: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Clean and check the air-cleaner foam element. Every 50 hours—Replace the air cleaner-paper element. Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently if the operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. g020243 Removing the Foam and Paper Figure 32...
  • Page 29: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Installing the Foam and Paper Elements Important: To prevent engine damage, always operate the engine with the complete foam and paper air cleaner assembly installed. 1. Install the foam filter onto the paper filter (Figure 32). 2. Install the foam and paper filter onto the air-cleaner housing.
  • Page 30 g027477 Figure 36 6. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified amount of oil into the fill hole (Figure 37). 7. Check the oil level (Figure 37). g029369 Figure 35 5. Remove the engine-oil filter. Note: Ensure the oil-filter gasket touches the engine, and then an extra 3/4 turn is completed.
  • Page 31: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Check the spark plug. Every 100 hours—Replace the spark plug. 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 32: Cleaning The Blower Housing

    Checking the Spark Plug Cleaning the Blower Housing Important: Do not clean the spark plug(s). Always To ensure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling replace the spark plug(s) when it has: a black coating, fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean worn electrodes, an oily film, or cracks.
  • Page 33: Fuel System Maintenance

    Fuel System Maintenance DANGER In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely g027506 flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, others, and can damage property. • Perform any fuel-related maintenance when the engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open area. Wipe up any gasoline that spills.
  • Page 34: Electrical System Maintenance

    Electrical System WARNING Maintenance Incorrect battery-cable routing could damage the machine and cables causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain explode, resulting in personal injury. lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
  • Page 35: Servicing The Fuses

    Charging the Battery Servicing the Fuses Service Interval: Before storage—Charge the battery and The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires disconnect battery cables. no maintenance; however, if a fuse blows, check the component/circuit for a malfunction or short. 1.
  • Page 36: Drive System Maintenance

    Releasing the Electric Brake Drive System Maintenance The electric brake releases by manually rotating the link arms forward. Once the electric brake is energized, the brake will reset. Checking the Tire Pressure 1. Turn the ignition key to the position or disconnect the battery.
  • Page 37: Mower Maintenance

    If a blade is damaged or worn, replace 2. Curved area 4. Damage it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to keep extra blades on hand. Checking for Bent Blades...
  • Page 38: Removing The Blades

    Note: If a bent blade is replaced with a new blade, and the dimension obtained continues to exceed 3mm (1/8 inch), the blade spindle could be bent. Contact an Authorized Toro Dealer for service. B. If the variance is within constraints, move to the next blade.
  • Page 39: Leveling The Mower Deck

    Note: If the blade stays in a horizontal position, the blade is balanced, and can be used. Note: If the blade is not balanced, file some metal off the end of the sail area only (Figure 54). Figure 55 Figure 52 1.
  • Page 40 G014630 Figure 56 Mower Decks with 1 Blade Figure 58 1. Blade side to side 3. Outside cutting edges 2. Sail area of the blade 4. Measure from the tip of the 1. Hanger bracket 3. Rear locking nut blade to the flat surface 2.
  • Page 41: Removing The Mower

    G014631 Figure 59 G014634 Mower Decks with 1 Blade Figure 61 1. Blade front to rear 1. Adjusting rod 3. Locknut 2. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface here. 2. Adjusting block 7. To raise the front of the mower, tighten the adjustment nut.
  • Page 42: Installing The Mower

    G005077 Figure 64 Mower Decks with 2 Blades G014635 7. Slide the mower deck rearward to remove the mower Figure 62 belt from the engine pulley. 1. Front support rod 3. Deck bracket 8. Slide the mower deck out from underneath the 2.
  • Page 43: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    Replacing the Grass Deflector Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the grass deflector for damage. WARNING An uncovered discharge opening could allow the lawn mower to throw objects in the operator's or bystander's direction and result in serious injury. Also, contact with the blade could occur.
  • Page 44: Servicing The Mower Belt

    Figure 67 Model with 107 cm (42-inch) Deck Only 1. Cover 2. Screw 6. Using a spring-removal tool (Toro part no. 92-5771), G014930 remove the idler spring from the deck hook to remove Figure 69 tension on the idler pulley, and roll the belt off of the...
  • Page 45: Cleaning

    (Figure 68 Figure 69). 8. Using a spring-removal tool (Toro part no. 92-5771), Washing the Underside of the install the idler spring over the deck hook and place Mower tension on the idler pulley and the mower belt...
  • Page 46: Storage

    Storage 8. Turn the water off and remove the coupling from the washout fitting. Cleaning and Storing the Note: If the mower is not clean after one washing, soak it and let it stand for 30 minutes. Then, repeat Machine the process.
  • Page 47 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 cylinder. Install the spark plug(s). Do not install the wire on the spark plug(s). 12.
  • Page 48: 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 49 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 50: Schematics

    Schematics Electrical Diagram (Rev. A)
  • Page 51 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 52 Countries Other than the United States or Canada This warranty is not valid in Mexico. 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.

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