Toro TimeCutter - User Manual

FormNo.3417-979RevA
TimeCutter
®
SS4225orMX5000
RidingMower
ModelNo.74706—SerialNo.400000000andUp
ModelNo.74727—SerialNo.400000000andUp
Registeratwww.Toro.com.
OriginalInstructions(EN)
*3417-979*A

Toro TimeCutter Specifications

General

Deck Material	Steel
Warranty	3-year limited warranty
Engine	Kohler
Fuel Capacity	3 gallons (11.4 liters)
Transmission	Hydrostatic
Type	Zero-turn riding mower
Engine Displacement	724cc
Blade Type	Twin Blade / Triple Blade
Speed	Up to 7 mph
Turning Radius	Zero-Turn
Weight	500 lbs

Summary

Safety Guidelines

General Safety Instructions

General safety instructions for operating the mower to avoid injury.

Slope Indicator Guidance

Guidance on understanding and using the slope indicator for safe operation.

Product Overview

Mower Controls

Key Switch Operation

Description of the key switch functions for starting and stopping the engine.

Throttle Control

Explanation of the throttle control for engine speed adjustment.

Choke Control

Instructions for using the choke control to start a cold engine.

Blade-Control Switch (PTO)

Information on the blade-control switch for engaging mower blades.

Motion-Control Levers

Details on using motion-control levers for machine movement.

Park Position

Procedure for placing the motion-control levers in the PARK position.

Smart Speed Control System

Explanation of the Smart Speed lever for selecting drive speeds.

Height-of-Cut Lever

How to use the height-of-cut lever to adjust the mower deck height.

Operation: Before Operation

Fuel Safety

Critical safety measures for handling fuel to prevent fire and explosion.

Adding Fuel

Recommended Fuel

Specifications and recommendations for the type of gasoline to use.

Performing Daily Maintenance

Using the Safety-Interlock System

Understanding the Safety-Interlock System

Testing the Safety-Interlock System

Procedures for testing the safety-interlock system before each use.

Adjusting the Motion-Control Levers

Adjusting the Height

How to adjust the height of the motion-control levers for comfort.

Adjusting the Tilt

How to adjust the tilt of the motion-control levers for comfort.

During Operation

Slope Safety

Critical safety instructions for operating the mower on slopes.

Operating the Mower Blade-Control Switch (PTO)

Engaging the Blade-Control Switch (PTO)

Step-by-step guide to engaging the blade-control switch.

Disengaging the Blade-Control Switch (PTO)

Step-by-step guide to disengaging the blade-control switch.

Operating the Throttle

Operating the Choke

Starting the Engine

Shutting Off the Engine

Driving the Machine

Driving Forward

Instructions for safely driving the machine forward.

Driving Backward

Instructions for safely driving the machine backward.

Using the Smart Speed Control System

Using the Side Discharge

Adjusting the Height of Cut

Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers

After Operation

Maintaining the Blade(s)

Guidance on maintaining sharp and damage-free mower blades.

Pushing the Machine by Hand

Transporting the Machine

Loading the Machine

Detailed instructions for safely loading the mower onto a trailer or truck.

Unloading the Machine

Maintenance

Recommended Maintenance Schedule

Pre-Maintenance Procedures

Maintenance Safety

Lubrication

Greasing the Bearings

Engine Maintenance

Engine Safety

Servicing the Air Cleaner

Servicing the Paper Air-Cleaner Element

Servicing the Engine Oil

Engine-Oil Specifications

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

Installing the Spark Plug

Fuel System Maintenance

Replacing the In-Line Fuel Filter

Electrical System Maintenance

Electrical System Safety

Servicing the Battery

Removing the Battery

Charging the Battery

Installing the Battery

Servicing the Fuses

Drive System Maintenance

Checking the Tire Pressure

Belt Maintenance

Replacing the Mower-Deck Belt

Mower Maintenance

Servicing the Cutting Blades

Blade Safety

Before Inspecting or Servicing Blades

Inspecting the Blades

Checking for Bent Blades

Removing the Blades

Installing the Blades

Leveling the Mower Deck

Mower Deck Leveling Requirements

Leveling from Side to Side

Adjusting Front-to-Rear Blade Slope

Removing the Mower Deck

Installing the Mower Deck

Replacing the Grass Deflector

Storage

Storage Safety

Cleaning and Storage Procedures

Storing the Battery

Troubleshooting