Toro 74271 - User Manual

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Janet WilkinsSep 12, 2025
What to do if my Toro 74271 Lawn Mower does not drive?
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  David PachecoSep 12, 2025
  If your Toro Lawn Mower is not driving, consider these potential issues: * The bypass valve may not be closed tight; tighten the bypass valve. * The drive or pump belt may be worn, loose, or broken; change the belt. * The drive or pump belt may be off a pulley; change the belt. * The idler spring may be broken or missing; replace the spring. * The hydraulic fluid level may be low or too hot; add hydraulic fluid to the reservoir or let it cool down.
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sarah96Aug 22, 2025
Why won't my Toro Mower starter crank?
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  leecarrieAug 22, 2025
  The starter may not crank for several reasons: * The blade control (PTO) might be engaged; move it to disengaged. * The parking brake might not be on; set it. * You might not be seated; sit on the seat. * The battery could be dead; charge it. * Electrical connections might be corroded or loose; check them. * A fuse might be blown; replace it. * A relay or switch could be defective; in this case, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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Cindy CookAug 25, 2025
What to do if my Toro Mower engine will not start?
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  Keith NicholsAug 25, 2025
  If your engine won't start, starts hard, or fails to keep running, check these: * The fuel tank might be empty; fill it with fuel. * The air cleaner might be dirty; clean or replace the air cleaner element. * There might be dirt in the fuel filter; replace the fuel filter. * Dirt, water, or stale fuel could be in the fuel system; in this case, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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Robert SmithAug 26, 2025
What to do if blades do not rotate on my Toro Mower?
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  Jessica ReillyAug 26, 2025
  If the blades do not rotate, check: * If the drive belt is worn, loose, or broken, check the belt tension. * If the drive belt is off the pulley, install the drive belt and check adjusting shafts and belt guides for correct position. * If the deck belt is worn, loose, or broken, install a new deck belt. * If the deck belt is off the pulley, install the deck pulley and check the idler pulley, idler arm, and spring for correct position and function. * If the idler spring is broken or missing, replace it.
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James Cordova MDAug 28, 2025
Why does my Toro 74271 engine lose power?
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  manuelmartinAug 28, 2025
  If the engine of your Toro Lawn Mower loses power, there might be several reasons: * The engine load could be excessive, in which case you should reduce the ground speed. * The air cleaner might be dirty; clean the air cleaner element. * The oil level in the crankcase might be low; add oil to the crankcase. * The cooling fins and air passages above the engine might be plugged; remove the obstruction from the cooling fins and air passages. * The vent hole in the fuel cap might be plugged; clean or replace the fuel cap. * There might be dirt in the fuel filter; replace the fuel filter.
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Aaron LewisAug 29, 2025
What to do if my Toro Mower engine loses power?
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  Sandra GarciaAug 29, 2025
  If your mower's engine is losing power, consider the following: * The engine load may be excessive; reduce the ground speed. * The air cleaner might be dirty; clean it. * The oil level in the crankcase could be low; add oil. * Cooling fins and air passages might be plugged; remove the obstruction. * The vent hole in the fuel cap may be plugged; clean or replace the fuel cap. * There might be dirt in the fuel filter; replace the fuel filter. * Dirt, water, or stale fuel could be in the fuel system; in this case, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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Lindsay BellSep 18, 2025
Why does my Toro Mower not drive?
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  Jesse SanchezSep 18, 2025
  If the machine does not drive: * The bypass valve might not be closed tight; tighten it. * The drive or pump belt might be worn, loose, or broken; change the belt. * The drive or pump belt might be off a pulley; change the belt. * The idler spring might be broken or missing; replace the spring. * The hydraulic fluid level could be low or too hot; add hydraulic fluid to the reservoir or let it cool down.
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currystephanieSep 13, 2025
How to fix an uneven cutting height on my Toro 74271?
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  Katrina DanielSep 13, 2025
  If your Toro Lawn Mower has an uneven cutting height, check these: * Blades might not be sharp; sharpen the blades. * Cutting blades may be bent; install new cutting blades. * Mower might not be level; level mower from side-to-side and front-to-rear. * Underside of the mower might be dirty; clean the underside of the mower. * Tire pressure might not be correct; adjust the tire pressure.
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kimberly67Sep 9, 2025
Why is my Toro 74271 vibrating so much?
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  Gary WilliamsSep 10, 2025
  If your Toro Lawn Mower is vibrating abnormally, check the following: * The cutting blades may be bent or unbalanced; install new cutting blades. * The blade mounting bolt may be loose; tighten the blade mounting bolt. * The engine mounting bolts may be loose; tighten the engine mounting bolts. * A loose engine pulley, idler pulley, or blade pulley; tighten the appropriate pulley.
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Kimberly ThomasSep 6, 2025
Why is my Toro Lawn Mower engine overheating?
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  Lisa ReyesSep 6, 2025
  If your Toro Lawn Mower is overheating, it could be due to a few reasons: * The engine load may be excessive, so reduce the ground speed. * The oil level in the crankcase may be low; add oil to the crankcase. * The cooling fins and air passages above the engine may be plugged; remove any obstructions from the cooling fins and air passages.