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Form No. 3417-355 Rev A TimeCutter ® ZS 3200S or 4200S Riding Mower Model No. 74650—Serial No. 401000000 and Up Model No. 74665—Serial No. 400000000 and Up *3417-355* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com mower model. for product safety and operation training materials, Important: If you are using a machine with a Toro accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to engine above 1500 m (5,000 ft) for a continuous register your product.
Contents This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety messages identified by the safety-alert symbol (Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause Safety ............... 4 serious injury or death if you do not follow the General Safety ........... 4 recommended precautions.
Safety Inspecting the Belts .......... 40 Replacing the Mower Belt ......... 40 Mower Maintenance..........41 This machine has been designed in accordance with Servicing the Cutting Blades ......41 EN ISO 5395:2013. Leveling the Mower Deck........44 Removing the Mower Deck....... 47 Installing the Mower Deck.........
Slope Indicator g011841 Figure 4 This page may be copied 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.
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.
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decal119-8815 119-8815 1. Parking position 4. Neutral 2. Fast 5. Reverse 3. Slow decal120-5469 120-5469 1. Height of cut decal121-0771 121-0771 1. Choke 4. S position 2. F position 5. Power takeoff (PTO), blade-control switch 3. Continuous-variable setting...
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decal121-2989b 121-2989 1. Bypass lever position for 2. Bypass lever position for pushing the machine operating the machine 131-3948 decal131-3948 131-3948 1. Slow 3. Fast 2. Towing...
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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. The operator must review the instructions for operating the machine on slopes in the Operator’s Manual and review the conditions in which the machine is being operated to determine whether the machine can be operated in the conditions on that day and at that site.
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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;...
Product Overview g020240 Figure 5 1. Footrest 5. Control panel 9. Deflector 13. Front caster wheels 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.
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3 speed ranges— trim, tow, and Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to (Figure 27). www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. Fuel-Presence Window To best protect your investment and maintain optimal...
Operation containers on the ground, away from your vehicle before filling. • Remove the equipment from the truck or trailer Note: Determine the left and right sides of the and refuel it while it is on the ground. If this is not machine from the normal operating position.
Using Stabilizer/Conditioner Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to provide the following benefits: • Keeps fuel fresh during storage of 90 days or less (drain the fuel tank when storing the machine for more than 90 days) • Cleans the engine while it runs •...
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.
Adjusting the Converting to Side Motion-Control Levers Discharge Machines with 81 cm (32-inch) Adjusting the Height Mower Decks You can adjust the motion-control levers higher or lower for maximum comfort (Figure 10). The mower deck and mower blades shipped with the machine were designed for optimum mulching and side-discharge performance.
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Installing the Discharge Cover for Mulching Release the hook-shaped latch on top of the discharge cover from the pivot rod (Figure 16). Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch, and engage the parking Angle the metal tab on the discharge cover out brake.
During Operation During Operation Safety General Safety • The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible for accidents that may cause personal injury or property damage. g230249 • Wear appropriate clothing, including eye Figure 15 protection; long pants; slip-resistant, substantial footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long hair and do not wear jewelry.
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• Use only accessories and attachments approved machine to lose traction. Loss of traction to the by Toro. drive wheels may result in sliding and a loss of braking and steering. The machine can slide even •...
Operating the Mower Blade-Control Switch (PTO) The blade-control switch (PTO) starts and stops the mower blades and any powered attachments. Engaging the Blade-Control Switch (PTO) g229111 Figure 18 1. Safe Zone—use the 4. W=width of the machine machine here on slopes g008945 less than 15 degrees or Figure 19...
Disengaging the Blade-Control Starting the Engine Switch (PTO) Important: Do not engage the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. Engaging the starter motor for more than 5 seconds can damage the starter motor. If the engine fails to start, wait 10 seconds before operating the engine starter again.
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 23). in reverse while you turn the other forward, causing the machine to spin rather than turn.
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To go backward, slowly pull the motion-control The following are only recommendations for use. levers rearward (Figure 26). Adjustments vary by grass type, moisture content, and the height of the grass. Suggested Trim uses: Parking Heavy, wet grass Training Bagging Mulching Normal mowing...
Adjusting the Height of Cut This is the medium speed. The suggested uses for Note: The transport position is the highest this speed are as follows: height-of-cut position or cutting height at 115 mm • (4-1/2 inches) as shown in Figure Bagging •...
Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Operating Tips Rollers Using the Fast Throttle Setting For Machines with 107 cm For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate (42-inch) Mower Decks 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.
File down any nicks and sharpen the blades as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a Pushing the Machine by genuine Toro replacement blade. Hand Important: Always push the machine by hand.
Transporting the Machine Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Use a full-width ramp. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all the necessary brakes, lighting, and marking as required by law. Please carefully read all the safety instructions. Knowing this information could help you or bystanders avoid injury.
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If using a trailer, connect it to the towing vehicle and connect the safety chains. If applicable, connect the trailer brakes and lights. Lower the ramp, ensuring that the angle between the ramp and the ground does not exceed 15 degrees (Figure 31).
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. •...
• To ensure optimum performance and continued safety certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use could void the product warranty.
Lubrication Engine Maintenance Greasing the Bearings Engine Safety • Shut off the engine before checking the oil or Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease all the adding oil to the crankcase. lubrication points. • Keep your hands, feet, face, clothing, and other Grease Type: No.
Install the foam filter onto the paper filter (Figure 38). Install the foam and paper filter onto the air-cleaner housing. Install the air-cleaner cover, and tighten the 2 knobs (Figure 37). Servicing the Engine Oil Engine-Oil Specifications Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG, SH, SJ, g020243 Figure 38 or higher)
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g193541 Figure 40 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Service Interval: After the first 5 hours Every 100 hours (more often under a heavy load or in high temperatures). g029369 Figure 41 Every 100 hours (more often in dirty or dusty conditions).
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g027484 Figure 43 g027477 Figure 42 Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil into the filler tube and slowly add the additional oil to bring it to the Full mark (Figure 43).
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 g206628 Figure 45 the spark plug and a gapping tool or feeler gauge to...
Fuel System Maintenance DANGER In certain conditions, fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or g027506 explosion from fuel 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.
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 •...
Servicing the Fuses Charge the battery for a minimum of 1 hour at 6 to 10 A. The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires Note: Do not overcharge the battery. no maintenance; however, if a fuse blows, check the component/circuit for a malfunction or short.
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.
Refer to Releasing the Mower-Deck Curtain (page 30). 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 the pulleys...
(Figure 54 Figure 55). Blades Using a spring-removal tool (Toro Part No. 92-5771), install the idler spring over the deck Park the machine on a level surface, disengage hook and place tension on the idler pulley and the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the...
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g006530 Figure 56 1. Cutting edge 3. Wear/slot forming g014973 Figure 58 2. Curved area 4. Crack 1. Blade (in position for measuring) 2. Level surface Checking for Bent Blades 3. Measured distance between blade and the surface (A) Note: The machine must be on a level surface for Rotate the same blade 180 degrees so that the following procedure.
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The blades must be replaced if a solid object is hit, if the blade is out of balance, or if the blade is bent. For best performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Sharpening the Blades Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards.
Leveling the Mower Deck Check the balance of the blade by putting it on a blade balancer (Figure 64). Check to ensure that the mower deck is level Note: If the blade stays in a horizontal position, whenever you install the mower or when you see an the blade is balanced and can be used.
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g009682 Figure 66 Mower Decks with 2 Blades g027588 1. Blades side to side 3. Outside cutting edges Figure 67 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 here.
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g014631 Figure 68 g014634 Mower Decks with 1 Blade Figure 70 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 To raise the front of the mower, tighten the adjustment nut.
Removing the Mower Deck Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the parking brake. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Lower the height-of-cut lever to the lowest position.
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 machine to throw objects toward you or bystanders, resulting in serious injury. Also, contact with the blade could occur. Never operate the machine without the grass deflector, the discharge cover, or the grass-collection system in place.
Cleaning Disengage the blade-control switch, shut off the engine, remove the ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop. Washing the Underside of Turn the water off and remove the coupling from the washout fitting. the Mower Deck Note: If the mower is not clean after 1 washing, Service Interval: After each use—Clean the...
Storage the stabilizer manufacturer. Do not use an alcohol-based stabilizer (ethanol or methanol). Storage Safety Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh fuel and • Let the engine cool before storing the machine. used at all times. •...
Storing the Battery Fully charge the battery. Let the battery rest for 24 hours, then check the battery voltage. Note: If the battery voltage is below 12.6 V, repeat steps and 2. Disconnect the cables from the battery. Check the voltage periodically to ensure that the voltage is 12.4 V or higher.
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.
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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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