Toro 74360 User Manual (English)

Questions and Answers:

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Julie PinedaAug 17, 2025
Why won't the starter crank on my Toro 74360?
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  Catherine WilliamsAug 17, 2025
  If the starter on your Toro Lawn Mower isn't cranking, check these items: 1. Ensure the blade control switch is disengaged. 2. Confirm the motion control levers are in the park position. 3. Make sure you are seated on the seat. 4. Check the battery charge and charge if necessary. 5. Inspect the electrical connections for corrosion or looseness and ensure good contact. 6. Examine the fuse and replace it if blown. If these steps don't resolve the issue, a relay or switch may be damaged, and you should contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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Kimberly SmithAug 21, 2025
Why does my Toro 74360 Lawn Mower engine lose power?
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  Samantha KleinAug 21, 2025
  Your Toro Lawn Mower engine may be losing power due to: * Excessive engine load. Try reducing ground speed. * A dirty air cleaner. Clean the air cleaner element. * Low oil level in the crankcase. Add oil to the crankcase. * Plugged cooling fins and air passages. Remove any obstructions. * Faulty spark plug(s). Install a new, correctly gapped spark plug(s). * A closed vent in the fuel cap. Open the vent. * Dirt in the fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter. * Incorrect fuel in the fuel tank. Drain the tank and replace with the proper type. If the problem persists, there may be dirt, water, or stale fuel in the fuel system. In this case, it's best to contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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Robert MontgomeryAug 25, 2025
How to fix uneven cutting height on my Toro 74360 Lawn Mower?
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  wigginsjasonAug 26, 2025
  To address uneven cutting height on your Toro Lawn Mower: * Sharpen the blade(s) if they are not sharp. * Replace bent cutting blade(s) with new ones. * Ensure the mower is level from side-to-side and front-to-rear. * Adjust the anti-scalp wheel height if it is not set correctly. * Clean the underside of the mower if it is dirty. * Adjust the tire pressure if it is incorrect. If a blade spindle is bent, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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Chad AlexanderAug 28, 2025
Why is my Toro 74360 Lawn Mower engine overheating?
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  ssmithAug 28, 2025
  Your Toro Lawn Mower engine may be overheating due to several reasons: * The engine load could be excessive, so try reducing the ground speed. * The oil level in the crankcase might be low, so add oil. * The cooling fins and air passages under the engine blower housing could be plugged; remove any obstructions. * The air cleaner might be dirty; clean or replace it. * There may be dirt, water, or stale fuel in the fuel system. In this case, it's best to contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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Angela RobertsSep 1, 2025
Why does my Toro Lawn Mower have abnormal vibration?
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  amandarobinsonSep 1, 2025
  Abnormal vibration in your Toro Lawn Mower can be caused by: * Loose engine mounting bolts. Tighten them. * A loose engine pulley, idler pulley, or blade pulley. Tighten the appropriate pulley. * Damaged cutting blade(s). Install a new cutting blade(s). * A loose blade mounting bolt. Tighten it. For a damaged engine pulley or a bent blade spindle, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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johnstonlauraSep 5, 2025
What to do if my Toro Lawn Mower machine does not drive?
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  John PerezSep 5, 2025
  If your Toro Lawn Mower isn't driving, it might be due to: * Open bypass valves. Close the tow valves. For worn, loose, or broken traction belts, traction belts off of the pulleys, or a failed transmission, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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Robert BrownSep 8, 2025
Why the blades do not rotate on my Toro Lawn Mower?
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  Maria SummersSep 8, 2025
  If the blades on your Toro Lawn Mower do not rotate, check if: * The drive belt is worn, loose, or broken. If so, install a new drive belt. * The drive belt is off of the pulley. If so, install the drive belt and check the adjusting shafts and belt guides for the correct position. * The mower belt is worn, loose, or broken. If so, install a new mower belt.

Toro 74360 Specifications

General

Brand	Toro
Model	74360
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English

Summary

Introduction

Safety Information

Information regarding warnings and safety alerts.

Recommended Gasoline

Details on the type of gasoline suitable for the mower.

Safety

Safe Operating Practices

Guidelines for safe operation, including general procedures.

Slope Operation

Children Safety

Towing Guidelines

Service Procedures

Fuel Handling and Storage

Safe practices for handling, storing, and using gasoline.

Toro Riding Mower Safety

Specific safety information for Toro riding mower products.

Slope Chart

Safety and Instructional Decals

Product Overview

Component Identification

Labelled diagrams identifying key mower parts and controls.

Controls

Control Panel Functions

Details on ignition, throttle, blade control, motion levers, fuel gauge, and height adjustment.

Operation

Safety First and Fuel

Emphasis on safety and proper fuel selection for operation.

Fuel System Care

Stabilizer, Blends, and Handling

Information on fuel stabilizer, blends, and handling precautions.

Fueling and Oil Checks

Filling the Fuel Tank

Step-by-step instructions for adding fuel to the mower.

Checking Engine Oil Level

Procedure to verify the engine oil level is adequate.

Starting the Engine

Blade Operation

Engaging and Disengaging Blades

Detailed steps for activating and deactivating the mower blades.

Safety Interlock System

Understanding and Testing Interlocks

Procedures to ensure the safety interlock system functions correctly.

Driving and Stopping

Forward, Backward, and Stopping

Guidance on operating motion control levers for movement and halting.

Adjustments

Seat, Controls, and Cutting Height

Adjusting operator seat, motion control levers, and mower deck height.

Pushing the Machine by Hand

Operating Tips

Mowing Techniques and Blade Care

Tips on mowing direction, speed, grass height, and blade upkeep.

Maintenance Schedule

Recommended Maintenance Procedures

Detailed list of maintenance tasks based on service intervals.

Premaintenance Procedures

Accessing Components

How to access the battery and other components by raising the seat.

Lubrication

Greasing Bearings

Instructions for greasing all lubrication points on the machine.

Engine Maintenance

Air Cleaner Service

How to check, clean, or replace the engine air cleaner element.

Engine Oil Service

Steps for checking the oil level and changing the engine oil and filter.

Spark Plug and Blower Housing

Spark Plug Service

How to check, gap, and replace the spark plug.

Cleaning Blower Housing

Ensuring proper engine cooling by cleaning the blower housing.

Fuel System Maintenance

Replacing Fuel Filter

Step-by-step guide to replace the fuel filter.

Electrical System Maintenance

Battery Service

Instructions for charging, removing, and installing the mower battery.

Fuse Service

Drive System Maintenance

Checking Tire Pressure

How to check and maintain correct tire pressure for optimal performance.

Mower Maintenance

Cutting Blade Service

How to service, sharpen, and replace mower cutting blades.

Blade Removal and Installation

Blade Sharpening and Balancing

Mower Deck Leveling

Side-to-Side Leveling

Adjusting the mower deck for levelness from side to side.

Front-to-Rear Blade Slope Adjustment

Adjusting the mower deck for the correct front-to-rear blade slope.

Mower Removal

Mower Belt Maintenance

Belt Inspection and Replacement

How to check belts for wear and replace them when necessary.

Mower Installation and Deflector

Installing the Mower Deck

Steps to attach the mower deck back onto the tractor.

Replacing Grass Deflector

Instructions for inspecting and replacing the grass deflector.

Cleaning

Washing Mower Underside

How to clean the underside of the mower deck after use.

Storage Preparation

Cleaning and Storage Procedures

Steps for cleaning the mower and preparing it for storage over 30 days.

Troubleshooting

Engine and Drive Issues

Troubleshooting for engine overheating, starting, power loss, and drive problems.

Toro 74360 User Manual

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