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Your Toro Riding mower might not start due to several reasons: the fuel tank could be empty, the air cleaner might be dirty, there could be dirt in the fuel filter. For stale fuel, dirt, or water in the fuel system, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. To resolve these issues: * Fill the fuel tank. * Clean or replace the air cleaner element. * Replace the fuel filter.
Why won't my Toro 74408 Lawn Mower engine start?
If the Toro Lawn Mower engine won't start, starts with difficulty, or stops running, possible causes include an empty fuel tank (fill it with fuel), a dirty air cleaner (clean or replace the air cleaner element), or a dirty fuel filter (replace the fuel filter). For dirt, water, or stale fuel in the fuel system, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
What to do if my Toro Riding mower engine loses power?
If your Toro Riding mower engine is losing power, it could be due to several reasons. The engine load might be excessive, the air cleaner could be dirty, or the oil level in the crankcase might be low. Also, check for plugged cooling fins and air passages, a plugged vent hole in the fuel cap, or dirt in the fuel filter. For stale fuel, dirt, or water in the fuel system, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Here's how to address these issues: * Reduce the ground speed. * Clean the air cleaner element. * Add oil to the crankcase. * Remove any obstructions from the cooling fins and air passages. * Clean or replace the fuel cap. * Replace the fuel filter.
Why is my Toro Riding mower overheating?
Your Toro Riding mower may overheat if the engine load is excessive, the oil level in the crankcase is low, or the cooling fins and air passages above the engine are plugged. To resolve this: * Reduce the ground speed. * Add oil to the crankcase. * Remove any obstructions from the cooling fins and air passages.
What to do if my Toro Riding mower does not drive?
If your Toro Riding mower isn't driving, the bypass valve might not be closed tightly, the drive or pump belt could be worn, loose, or broken, or the belt may be off a pulley. Other causes include a broken or missing idler spring, or the hydraulic fluid level being low or too hot. To fix this: * Tighten the bypass valve. * Change the belt. * Replace the spring. * Add hydraulic fluid to the reservoir or let it cool down.
Why does my Toro Riding mower have an uneven cutting height?
An uneven cutting height on your Toro Riding mower can result from several factors: the blades might not be sharp, the cutting blades could be bent, or the mower might not be level. Other causes include a dirty mower underside, incorrect tire pressure, or a bent blade spindle. For a bent blade spindle, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Otherwise: * Sharpen the blades. * Install new cutting blades. * Level the mower from side-to-side and front-to-rear. * Clean the underside of the mower. * Adjust the tire pressure.
Why does my Toro 74408 engine lose power?
If your Toro Lawn Mower engine loses power, it could be due to excessive engine load (reduce the ground speed), a dirty air cleaner (clean the air cleaner element), or a low oil level in the crankcase (add oil). Also, check for plugged cooling fins and air passages above the engine (remove the obstruction), a plugged vent hole in the fuel cap (clean or replace the fuel cap), or a dirty fuel filter (replace the fuel filter). For dirt, water, or stale fuel in the fuel system, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Why is my Toro 74408 Lawn Mower engine overheating?
If the Toro Lawn Mower engine overheats, it might be due to excessive engine load (reduce the ground speed), low oil level in the crankcase (add oil), or plugged cooling fins and air passages above the engine (remove the obstruction).
Why aren't the blades rotating on my Toro Lawn Mower?
If your Toro Lawn Mower blades do not rotate, check if the drive belt is worn, loose, or broken (check the belt tension) or if the drive belt is off the pulley (install the drive belt and check adjusting shafts and belt guides for correct position). Also, inspect the deck belt (install a new deck belt if worn, loose, or broken) and ensure it's properly on the pulley (install the deck pulley and check the idler pulley, idler arm, and spring). Replace the idler spring if it is broken or missing.
How to fix uneven cutting height on my Toro 74408 Lawn Mower?
If your Toro Lawn Mower has an uneven cutting height, it could be due to dull blades (sharpen the blades), bent cutting blades (install new cutting blades), the mower not being level (level the mower from side-to-side and front-to-rear), a dirty underside of the mower (clean the underside of the mower), or incorrect tire pressure (adjust the tire pressure). For a bent blade spindle, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
General| Model | 74408 |
|---|---|
| Deck Material | Steel |
| Start Type | Recoil |
| Spindle Material | Steel |
| Transmission | Variable Speed |
| Mulching Capability | Yes |
| Bagging Capability | Yes |
| Side Discharge Capability | Yes |
| Type | Walk-Behind Lawn Mower |
| Engine | Briggs & Stratton® |
| Cutting Width | 22 inches |
| Blade Tip Speed | 18, 000 feet per minute |
| Drive System | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Tires (Front) | 8 inches |
Guidelines for safe mower operation, including starting, stopping, and general usage.
Specific safety precautions for operating the mower on slopes.
Safety information specific to operating Toro riding mowers.
Precautions and guidelines for safely handling gasoline and other fuels.
Introduction to the machine's controls and their functions.
Detailed instructions and safety precautions for adding fuel.
Step-by-step instructions for filling the fuel tank safely.
Step-by-step guide to starting the engine safely.
Procedure for safely stopping the engine.
Instructions on how to engage the power take off.
Detailed steps for driving the machine forward.
A schedule outlining maintenance tasks and intervals.
Instructions for cleaning or replacing air cleaner elements.
Procedures and specifications for servicing engine oil.
General procedures for servicing the battery.
Procedure for checking and maintaining tire pressure.
Steps for leveling the mower deck.
Guidance on maintaining and servicing mower blades.
