Toro GrandStand 74549 User Manual

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ModelNo.74549—SerialNo.314000001andUp
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ModelNo.79549—SerialNo.314000001andUp
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Toro GrandStand 74549 Specifications

General

Engine Displacement	726cc
Cutting Width	52 inches
Spindle Material	Cast Iron
Blade Tip Speed	18, 500 ft/min
Drive System	Hydrostatic
Ground Speed (Forward)	10 mph
Horsepower	24 HP
Deck Material	7-gauge steel
Transmission	Hydrostatic
Cutting Height	1.5 - 5 inches
Warranty	3-year limited

Summary

Safety

Safe Operating Practices

Preparation

Steps to take before operating the machine, including checks and clothing.

Operation

Safe Handling of Fuels

Precautions for handling gasoline to prevent fire and explosion.

Adding Fuel

Instructions for safely filling the fuel tank with approved gasoline.

Filling the Fuel Tank

Step-by-step instructions for adding gasoline to the fuel tank.

Operating the Mower-Blade-control Switch (PTO)

How to engage and disengage the mower blades.

Operating the Ignition Switch

Checking the Engine-oil Level

Procedure for checking the engine oil level before use.

Think Safety First

General safety advice and recommendations.

Operating the Parking Brake

Maintenance and Storage

Toro Mower Safety

General Operation

Slope Operation

Precautions and techniques for safely mowing on slopes.

Slope Indicator

Safety and Instructional Decals

Controls

Specifications

Starting and Stopping the Engine

Stopping the Engine

Steps to safely shut down the engine.

The Safety-interlock System

Testing the Safety-interlock System

Procedure to verify the safety interlock system functions correctly.

Driving Forward or Backward

Driving Forward

Driving Backward

Stopping the Machine

Transporting the Machine

Loading the Machine

Adjusting the Height-of-Cut

Maintenance

Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)

Table outlining maintenance tasks and intervals.

Premaintenance Procedures

Lubrication

Engine Maintenance

Servicing the Air Cleaner

Instructions for cleaning and replacing air cleaner elements.

Servicing the Engine Oil

Procedure for checking and changing engine oil.

Checking the Engine-oil Level

Changing the Engine Oil

Changing the Engine-oil Filter

Servicing the Spark Plug

Removing the Spark Plug

Checking the Spark Plug

How to inspect the spark plug for proper operation.

Fuel System Maintenance

Draining the Fuel Tank

Servicing the Fuel Filter

Electrical System Maintenance

Servicing the Battery

Charging the Battery

Drive System Maintenance

Adjusting the Tracking

Procedure to ensure the machine drives straight.

Checking the Tire Pressure

Adjusting the Electric Clutch

Cooling System Maintenance

Brake Maintenance

Servicing the Brake

General brake checks and adjustments.

Checking the Parking Brake

Procedure for verifying parking brake effectiveness.

Adjusting the Brakes

Belt Maintenance

Replacing the Mower-deck Belt

Replacing the Pump-drive Belt

Controls System Maintenance

Adjusting the Motion-control-handle Positions

Adjusting the Neutral Position for the Motion-Control Levers

Hydraulic System Maintenance

Servicing the Hydraulic System

Checking the Hydraulic Fluid

Replacing the Hydraulic Fluid

Replacing the Hydraulic Filter

Bleeding the Hydraulic System

Mower Deck Maintenance

Servicing the Cutting Blades

Procedures for inspecting, sharpening, and replacing mower blades.

Checking for Bent Blades

Removing the Blades

Sharpening the Blades

Correcting the Mower Quality-of-Cut

Checking the Mower Deck Side-to-Side Height

Changing the Mower Deck Side-to-Side Height

Checking the Mower Deck Front-to-Rear Pitch

Changing the Mower Deck Front-to-Rear Pitch

Matching the Height-of-Cut

Cleaning

Storage

Cleaning and Storage

Troubleshooting