Toro 74385 TimeCutter ZS 3200 Operator's Manual
Toro 74385 TimeCutter ZS 3200 Operator's Manual

Toro 74385 TimeCutter ZS 3200 Operator's Manual

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Original Instructions (EN)
TimeCutter
Mower
Model No. 74385—Serial No. 313000001 and Up
Form No. 3375-695 Rev A
®
ZS 3200 Riding
G015307
*3375-695* A

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3375-695 Rev A TimeCutter ® ZS 3200 Riding Mower Model No. 74385—Serial No. 313000001 and Up G015307 *3375-695* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2: Introduction

    You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safety ................4 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-on (riding) Rotary Lawn Mower Machines....... 4 Safe Operating Practices........... 4 Toro Riding Mower Safety ........5 Model 74385............6 Slope Indicator ............7 Safety and Instructional Decals ......... 8 Product Overview ............11 Controls ...............11...
  • Page 4: Safety

    Preparation Safety • While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot Safe Operation Practices for or wearing open sandals. Ride-on (riding) Rotary Lawn • Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which may be thrown by Mower Machines the machine.
  • Page 5: Toro Riding Mower Safety

    Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed can The following list contains safety information specific to Toro increase the hazard of personal injury. products or other safety information that you must know that •...
  • Page 6: Model 74385

    • Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability. • Use extreme care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine and cause loss of control. Model 74385 Sound Power This unit has a guaranteed sound power level of 100 dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 1 dBA.
  • Page 7: Slope Indicator

    Slope Indicator G011841 Figure 3 This page may be copied for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can safely operate the machine on is 15 degrees. Use the slope chart to determine the degree of slope of hills before operating. Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 15 degrees. Fold along the appropriate line to match the recommended slope.
  • Page 8: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. 93-7009 1. Warning—don't operate the mower with the deflector up or removed;...
  • Page 9 Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders a safe distance from the battery. 2. No fire, open flame, or 7. Wear eye protection; smoking. explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries 3.
  • Page 10 120-2239 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 5. Warning—do not use split ramps, use a full ramp when transporting machine. 2. Warning—read the instructions before servicing or performing 6. Loss of traction/control hazard, slopes—loss of traction/control maintenance; move the motion control levers to the park on a slope, disengage the blade control switch (PTO), (brake) position, remove the ignition key and disconnect the proceed off the slope slowly.
  • Page 11: Product Overview

    Product Overview G020268 Figure 4 1. Footrest 5. Control panel 9. Deflector 13. Front caster wheel 2. Height of cut lever 6. Operator seat 10. Engine 14. Engine guard 3. Motion control levers 7. Rear drive wheel 11. Washout fitting 8.
  • Page 12 Motion Control Levers and Park Height-of-Cut Lever Position The height of cut lever allows the operator to lower and raise the deck from the seated position. When the lever is The motion control levers are speed sensitive controls of moved up, toward the operator the deck is raised from the independent wheel motors.
  • Page 13: Operation

    Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Think Safety First Operating Safety Please carefully read all of the safety instructions and decals in the safety section. Knowing this information could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury.
  • Page 14: Before Starting

    The safety interlock system also is designed to stop the engine DANGER whenever the control levers are out of the park position and In certain conditions during fueling, static you rise from the seat. electricity can be released causing a spark which can ignite the gasoline vapors.
  • Page 15: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine 1. Sit down on the seat and move the motion controls outward to the park position. 2. Disengage the blades by moving the blade control switch to Off (Figure 11). G014474 Figure 9 1. Fuel tank cap 4.
  • Page 16: Operating The Blades

    4. Turn the ignition key to Start to energize the starter. When the engine starts, release the key (Figure 13). Important: Do not engage the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, allow a 60 second cool-down period between attempts.
  • Page 17: Stopping The Engine

    3. While sitting on the seat, move the blade control switch to Off, and lock the motion control levers in the park position. Start the engine. While the engine is running, engage the blade control switch, and rise slightly from the seat;...
  • Page 18: Stopping The Machine

    Backward WARNING 1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. Removing you hands from the motion control levers while the machine is in motion can 2. To go backward, look behind you and down as result in a loss of control causing harm to you you slowly pull the motion control levers rearward (Figure 19).
  • Page 19: Adjusting The Height Of Cut

    Adjusting the Height of Cut 2. Move the seat to the desired position and tighten the bolts. Height-of-cut is controlled by the lever located to the right of the operating position (Figure 20). Adjusting the Motion Control Levers Adjusting the Height The motion control levers can be adjusted higher or lower for maximum operator comfort.
  • Page 20: Pushing The Machine By Hand

    Pushing the Machine by Hand To Operate the Machine Move the bypass levers rearward through the key hole and Important: Always push the machine by hand. Never down to lock them in place as shown in Figure 23. Ensure tow the machine because damage may occur. this is done for each lever.
  • Page 21: Grass Deflector

    Side discharge performance can be improved by replacing the mode. mulching blades with standard cutting blades obtained from your local authorized Toro dealer. To maintain optimum mulching performance, always install the mulching blades that Installing the Discharge Cover for are shipped with this unit when changing back to mulching Mulching operation.
  • Page 22: Operating Tips

    If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it six inches tall, you may want to cut the lawn twice to ensure immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. an acceptable quality of cut. Cut 1/3 of the Grass Blade It is best to cut only about 1/3 of the grass blade.
  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Check the safety interlock system. • Check the air cleaner for dirty, loose or damaged parts. •...
  • Page 24: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance 3. Clean the grease fittings (Figure 25 and Figure 26) with a rag. Make sure to scrape any paint off of the front of the fitting(s). Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the air cleaner for dirty, loose or damaged parts.
  • Page 25: Servicing The Engine Oil

    4. Clean all air cleaner components of any accumulated dirt or foreign material. Prevent any dirt from entering the carburetor. 5. Install the air cleaner element with the pleated side “out” and seat the rubber seal onto the edges of the air cleaner base (Figure 27).
  • Page 26 3. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving 7. Turn the drain valve 1/4 counter clockwise to open parts to stop before leaving the operating position. and allow the oil to drain (Figure 31). Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick (Figure 29).
  • Page 27: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Servicing the Spark Plug Important: Never clean the spark plug. Always replace the spark plug when it has a black coating, Service Interval: Every 200 hours—Check spark plug worn electrodes, an oily film, or cracks. condition and gap. 2. Check the gap between the center and side electrodes Every 500 hours—Replace the spark plug.
  • Page 28: Fuel System Maintenance

    Fuel System 4. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together and slide them away from the filter (Figure 35). Maintenance 5. Remove the filter from the fuel line. 6. Install a new filter with the flow direction arrow coming DANGER from the fuel tank and pointing to the engine.
  • Page 29: Electrical System Maintenance

    Electrical System 5. Slide the rubber cover up the positive (red) cable. Disconnect the positive (red) cable from the battery Maintenance post (Figure 36). Retain all fasteners. 6. Remove the battery hold-down (Figure 36) and lift the battery from the battery tray. WARNING CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning...
  • Page 30: Servicing The Fuses

    Figure 37 1. Positive battery post 3. Red (+) charger lead G014540 2. Negative battery post 4. Black (-) charger lead Figure 38 1. Main-30 amp 2. Charge circuit-25 amp Note: Do not run the machine with the battery disconnected, electrical damage may occur. 4.
  • Page 31: Drive System Maintenance

    Releasing the Electric Brake Drive System Maintenance The electric brake can be release by manually rotating the link arms forward. Once the electric brake is energized the brake will reset. Checking the Tire Pressure To release the brake: Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check tire pressure. Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified.
  • Page 32: Mower Maintenance

    If a blade is damaged or worn, replace 2. Curved area 4. Damage it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to keep extra blades on hand. Checking for Bent Blades...
  • Page 33 (1/8 inch), the blade spindle could be bent. 3. Opposing side of blade being moved into measurement position Contact an Authorized Toro Dealer for service. B. If the variance is within constraints, move to the 5. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface next blade.
  • Page 34: Removing The Blades

    Important: The curved part of the blade must be optimum performance and continued safety conformance pointing upward toward the inside of the mower to of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. ensure proper cutting. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards.
  • Page 35: Leveling The Mower Deck

    Leveling the Mower Deck 7. Move to the left side of the machine. Check if the side carriage bolt is in the fixed or slotted position Check to ensure the mower deck is level any time you install (Figure 50). the mower or when you see an uneven cut on your lawn.
  • Page 36 equivalent to 0.25 inch, while a single side is 0.125 inch (Figure 52). Adjust the height of the mower deck to the desired height. G014631 Figure 53 G015325 Figure 52 1. Blade front to rear 2. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface here 1.
  • Page 37: Removing The Mower

    9. When the front-to-rear blade slope is correct check the side-to-side level of the mower again; refer to Leveling the Mower from Side-to-Side. Removing the Mower 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch. 2.
  • Page 38: Mower Belt Maintenance

    5. Engine pulley 3. Outside pulley 6. Spring removal tool 4. Using a spring removal tool, (Toro part no. 92-5771), remove the idler spring from the deck hook to remove tension on the idler pulley and roll the belt off of the 5.
  • Page 39: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    Replacing the Grass Deflector Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the grass deflector for damage WARNING An uncovered discharge opening could allow the lawn mower to throw objects in the operator's or bystander's direction and result in serious injury. Also, contact with the blade could occur.
  • Page 40: Cleaning

    Cleaning 8. Run the mower again for one to three minutes to remove excess water. Washing the Underside of the WARNING Mower A broken or missing washout fitting could expose you and others to thrown objects or Service Interval: After each use—Clean the mower housing. blade contact.
  • Page 41: Storage

    Storage section. With the spark plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug hole. Use the starter to crank the engine and Cleaning and Storage distribute the oil inside the cylinder. Install the spark plug(s).
  • Page 42 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine overheats. 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce ground speed. 2. The oil level in the crankcase is low. 2. Add oil to the crankcase. 3. The cooling fins and air passages 3.
  • Page 43 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action There is abnormal vibration. 1. The engine mounting bolts are loose. 1. Tighten the engine mounting bolts. 2. The engine pulley, idler pulley, or blade 2. Tighten the appropriate pulley. pulley is loose. 3. The engine pulley is damaged. 3.
  • Page 44 Schematics G014644 Electrical Diagram (Rev. A)
  • Page 45 Notes:...
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  • Page 47 The Way Toro Uses Information Toro may use your personal information to process warranty claims, to contact you in the event of a product recall and for any other purpose which we tell you about. Toro may share your information with Toro's affiliates, dealers or other business partners in connection with any of these activities. We will not sell your personal information to any other company.
  • Page 48 Toro's option, under warranty at no cost for parts the Operator's Manual have been performed.

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