Toro 74241 Operator's Manual

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Page 1 Pour obtenir gratuitement une version en français de ce manuel, écrivez à l’adresse ci-dessous. N’oubliez pas d’indiquer les numéros de modèle et de série de votre produit. The Toro Company, Attn: Parts Dept., 8111 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55420–1196 English (EN)
Page 3: Introduction
Danger signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injury or death if the recommended precautions are not All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied with followed. your new product, so feel free to contact your local...
Page 4 Operation CAUTION, WARNING, or DANGER—“personal safety instruction.” Failure to comply with the Never run an engine in an enclosed area. instruction may result in personal injury or death. Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards. Safe Operating Practices Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is The following instructions are from ANSI standard...
Page 5: Toro Mower Safety
The following list contains safety information may be hot from operation. Allow to cool before specific to Toro products or other safety information attempting to maintain, adjust or service. that you must know that is not included in the ANSI standards.
Page 6: Slope Operation
Slope Operation Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. Slopes and ramps are a major factor related to Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes. Heavy loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which can result in grass bags could cause loss of control or overturn the severe injury or death.
Page 7: Slope Chart
Slope Chart...
Page 9: Safety And Instruction Decals
Safety and Instruction 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. Top Of Console Under Seat (Part No. 103–0245) On Control Panel (Part No.
Page 10 Below Center Of Console On Front Console (Part No. 103–0261) (Part No. 98-4387) On Rubber Flap Behind Seat (Part No. 103–0368) Under Footrest (Part No. 1–633766) On Rubber Flap Behind Seat (Part No. 1–633462) Under Footrest And (3) Near Deck Mower Spindles On Top Of Right Engine (Part No.
Page 11 On Top Of Hydraulic On Hydraulic Reservoir Reservoir Mounting Bracket (Part No. 1–523552) (Part No. 1–513929) On Tilt Switch On Panel Behind Left-hand (Part No. 1–643401) Fuel Tank (Part No. E643288) On Deck Support Frame (Part No. 1–633818) On Z–Stand (Part No.
Page 13: Gasoline And Oil
Gasoline and Oil Warning Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Recommended Gasoline Long–term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness. Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank or available.
Page 14: Assembly
Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro Install Drive Wheels 1. Uncrate mower. 2. Remove wheel nuts from rear wheel hubs. 3. Align holes. Mount drive wheels with the valve stem to the outside of the traction unit.
Page 15: Install Motion Control Levers
Install Motion Control Levers Installing Seat 1. Remove the (4) 3/8-16 x 1 (26 mm) bolts and (4) 3/8” 1. Remove seat from crate. spring washers which attach the motion control levers 2. Position seat on the studs in the adjustable tracks to the control arm shafts for shipping (Fig.
Page 16: Install Battery
Danger Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a deadly poison and causes severe burns. Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wear safety glasses to shield your eyes and robber gloves to protect your hands. Fill the battery where clean water is always available for flushing the skin.
Page 17: Installing Air Cleaner
4. Secure cables with (2) 1/4 x 3/4 (19 mm) bolts 1/4” washers and 1/4 locknuts (Fig. 8). 5. Slide the red terminal boot onto the positive (red) battery post. 6. Secure battery with J-bolts, hold down clamp and (2) 1/4 washers and (2) 1/4 wing nuts (Fig.
Page 18: Greasing The Bearings
7. Install cap on filler neck. Figure 11 1. Spindles Figure 10 1. Cap 3. Fluid level—full 2. Baffle Check Side Discharge Chute Remove plastic tie holding side discharge chute up and Warning lower into place. Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can Check the Leveling of Mower penetrate skin and cause injury.
Page 19: Operation
Controls Operation Become familiar with all the controls (Fig. 1) before you start the engine and operate the machine. Think Safety First Please carefully read all the safety instructions on pages 3–8. Knowing this information could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury. The use of protective equipment, such as but not limited to, for eyes, ears, feet and head is recommended.
Page 20: Starting And Stopping The Engine
Releasing the Parking Brake 1. Push forward and down on the parking brake lever to release the parking brake (Fig. 2). The parking brake is “DISENGAGED” and the lever rests against the brake stop. m–4201 Figure 3 1. PTO—On 2. PTO—Off m–4163 Figure 2 1.
Page 21: Operating The Power Take Off (Pto)
Operating the Power Take Off Understanding the Safety Interlock System (PTO) The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the The power take off (PTO) switch engages and disengages engine from starting unless: power to the electric clutch. You are sitting on the seat Engaging the PTO The parking brake is “ENGAGED”...
Page 22: Driving Forward Or Backward
Driving Forward or Backward Backward 1. Move levers to the center, unlocked position. The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the 2. To go backward, slowly pull the motion control levers throttle control in the “FAST” position for best rearward (Fig.
Page 23: Fuel Tanks
Malfunction Indicator Light 1. Press your foot on the lift assist pedal while raising the height-of-cut lever to the transport position (also the 5 The malfunction indicator light lets the user know there is (127 mm) cutting height position) (Fig. 10). a problem with the fuel injection system.
Page 24: Positioning The Seat
m–4161 Figure 11 Figure 12 1. Gage wheel 4. Flange nut 1. Seat suspension knob 2. Seat position adjustment 2. Stud 5. Wheel nut and washer. Do not remove. 3. Spring disk Pushing the Machine by Hand Positioning the Seat Important Always push the machine by hand.
Page 25: Transporting Machines
width ramp provides a surface for the frame members to contact if the unit starts to tip backward. If it is not possible to use one full width ramp, use enough individual ramps to simulate a full width continuous ramp. Ramp should be long enough so that the angles between the ramp and the ground and the ramp and the trailer or truck do not exceed 15 degrees.
Page 26: Using The Z-Stand
Figure 14 1. Lift Assist Lever Figure 15 1. Z–Stand (rest position) 3. Raise up and twist 2. Latch 4. Bottom of slot Using the Z–Stand 3. Swing stand foot out front and slide stand towad The Z–Stand is used for raising the front end of the machine, into the bottom of slot (Fig.
Page 27: Tips For Mowing Grass
Cut 1/3 of the Grass Blade Warning It is best to cut only about 1/3 of the grass blade. Cutting more than that is not recommended unless grass is sparse, Parking brake may not hold machine parked on or it is late fall when grass grows more slowly. Z–Stand and could cause personal injury or property damage.
Page 28: Blade Maintenance
Check the cutter blades daily for sharpness, and for any wear or damage. File down any nicks and sharpen the blades as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine TORO replacement blade.
Page 29: Maintenance
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Change engine oil Check hydraulic fluid level After First Use Change hydraulic filter Check engine oil level Check safety system Each Use Check air cleaner filter minder Clean cooling systems Clean mower housing Check cutting blades Every 5 Hours Grease blade spindle bearings...
Page 30: Cutting Blades
File down any nicks and sharpen the blades as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine TORO replacement blade. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to keep extra blades on hand.
Page 31: Removing The Blades
Blades must be replaced if a solid object is hit, if the blade is out of balance or is bent. To ensure optimum m–1855 performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine TORO replacement blades. Figure 22 Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may 1. Blade 2.
Page 32: Air Cleaner
Removing the Filter 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. Remove the key. Remove spark plug wire(s) and remove the key. 2. Release the latches on the air cleaner and pull the air cleaner cover off of the air cleaner body (Fig.
Page 33: Engine Oil
1. If installing new filters, check each filter for shipping 2. Clean around the oil dipstick (Fig. 25) so dirt cannot damage. Do not use a damaged filter. fall into the filler hole and damage the engine. 2. If the safety filter is being replaced, carefully slide it 3.
Page 34: Spark Plug
m–1256 Figure 26 Figure 27 1. Oil drain plug 1. Oil filter 3. Adapter 2. Gasket 5. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil, on page 33, into the filler cap (Fig. 25). Now check the 5. Install the replacement oil filter to the filter adapter. oil level;...
Page 35: Electronic Fuel Injection System
Installing the Spark Plug 1. Install the spark plug(s). Make sure the air gap is set correctly. 2. Tighten the spark plug(s) to 20 ft-lb (27 N m). 3. Push the wire(s) onto the spark plug(s) (Fig. 28). Electronic Fuel Injection System m–4811 This machine contains an electronic fuel injection system.
Page 36: Fuel Tank
4. Remove the filter from the fuel lines (Fig. 30). 5. Remove the filter from the fuel lines (Fig. 30). 5. Install a new filter and hose clamps close to the filter 6. Remove high pressure fuel filter from R-clamp (Fig.
Page 37: Servicing The Spark Arrester
4. Pull the fuel line off low pressure fuel filter (Fig. 31). 3. Connect a grease gun to the fitting. Pump grease into Open fuel shut-off valve and allow gasoline to drain the fittings until grease begins to ooze out of the into a gas can or drain pan.
Page 38: Greasing The Bearings
Greasing the Bearings The cutting unit must be lubricated daily; refer to the Ó Ó Recommended Maintenance Schedule on page 29. Grease Ó Ó with No. 2 general purpose lithium base or molybdenum base grease. Ó Ó Ó Ó Important Make sure cutting unit spindles are full of Ó...
Page 39: Castor Pivot Bearing Adjustment
6. Torque the slotted nut to 125 ft-lbs (169.5 N m) (Fig. 36). 7. Tighten nut until the next set of slots line up with the hole in the shaft (Fig. 36). 8. Replace cotter pin. Figure 37 1. Spring washers 3.
Page 40 3. Place drain pan under filter, remove the old filter and wipe the filter adapter gasket surface clean (Fig. 39). Figure 38 1. Cap 3. Fluid level—full 2. Baffle Figure 39 1. Hydraulic filter Warning 4. Apply a thin coat hydro fluid to the rubber gasket on the replacement filter (Fig.
Page 41: Adjusting Motion Controls
Warning Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury. If hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin it must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with this type of injury. Gangrene may result if this is not done. Keep body and hands away from pin hole leaks m–1256 or nozzles that eject high pressure hydraulic...
Page 42 will keep the pin at the end of the slot and allow the Warning adjustment bolt to move the lever to the appropriate position). Engine must be running so motion control 6. Tighten nut and jam nut. adjustment can be performed. Contact with 7.
Page 43: Replacing The Pump Drive Belt
Replacing the Pump Drive Belt Check pump drive belt for wear after every 50 hours of operation. 1. Pull spring loaded idler down and remove traction belt from the engine and hydro pump pulleys (Fig. 42). Remove belt between pulleys. 2.
Page 44: Battery
1. Raise the seat to gain access to fuse holder (Fig. 45). Check the electrolyte level in the battery every 25 hours. Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use a 2. To replace fuses pull out on the fuse to remove it paper towel to clean the battery case.
Page 45: Mower Leveling
1. Check the electrolyte level; refer to Checking 6. Loosen four (4) top chain bolts in slots. Check the Electrolyte Level, page 44. length of the rod/swivel assemblies. Distance from outside of rear swivel to outside of front swivel should 2.
Page 46: Belt Inspection
3. Adjust by turning nut in front of each spring (Fig. 49). 5. Using a socket and torque wrench, rotate the idler Clockwise will shorten spring; counterclockwise will adjusting nut until torque is 25–30 ft-lb. (34–41 N m). lengthen spring. Tighten two nuts.
Page 47 m–3748 m–3744 Figure 51 Figure 53 1. Clutch 4. PTO belt 1. Center bolt, spring loaded 2. Alignment hole idler 2. Clutch retaining strap 5. Machine frame 3. Clutch terminal 9. If adjustment is required, loosen the fixed idler on right support plate and move up or down in adjustment slot (Fig.
Page 48: Replacing The Grass Deflector
m–3740 Figure 55 1. Push arm 3. Jam nut 2. 15 (381 mm) nominal 4. Ball joint Figure 56 Replacing the Grass Deflector 1. Bolt 6. Grass Deflector 2. Spacer 7. Place behind deck edge before installing bolt 3. Locknut 8.
Page 49 Management and disposal practices must be within relevant federal, state or local laws. Return the switch to your Toro dealer if it is faulty and is being replaced or if the unit containing the switch is no longer operating and is being scrapped. If the switch is damaged or broken open use extreme caution in handling.
Page 50: Wiring Diagram
Wiring Diagram...
Page 51: Cleaning And Storage
Cleaning and Storage B. Run engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking C. Stop engine, allow to cool and drain the fuel tank; brake and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the refer to Fuel Tank, page 36.
Page 52: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter does not crank 1. Blade control (PTO) is 1. Move blade control (PTO) to ENGAGED. DISENGAGED. 2. Parking brake is not on. 2. Set parking brake. 3. Operator is not seated. 3. Sit on the seat. 4.
Page 53 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Machine does not drive. 1. Traction belt is worn, loose or 1. Contact Authorized Service broken. Dealer. 2. Traction belt is off pulley. 2. Contact Authorized Service Dealer. 3. Hydro fluid level low. 3. Add hydro fluid to reservoir. Abnormal vibration.
Page 54 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) 1. Old gas in gas tank or fuel shut 1. Use new gas and ensure shut comes on. off valve not open completely. off valve is open. 2. Fuel tank vent cap is blocked. 2.
Page 56: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee
If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.

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