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- Page 1 Form No. 3375-743 Rev B TimeCutter ® ZS 4200TF Riding Mower Model No. 74390—Serial No. 313000001 and Up *3375-743* B Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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Page 2: Introduction
You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. WARNING You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register CALIFORNIA your product. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Troubleshooting ............44 Introduction ..............2 Safety ................4 Safe Operating Practices........... 4 Toro Riding Mower Safety ........5 Slope Indicator ............6 Safety and Instructional Decals ......... 7 Product Overview ............12 Controls ...............13 Operation ..............14 Think Safety First ...........14 Before Starting............16... -
Page 4: Safety
Safety • Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is engaged before starting engine. Only start engine from the operator's position. improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner • can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, Be sure of your footing while using this machine, especially when backing up. -
Page 5: Toro Riding Mower Safety
• Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or The following list contains safety information specific to Toro trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on products or other safety information that you must know that the ground away from your vehicle before filling. -
Page 6: 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 7: 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 8 119-8814 1. Parking position 4. Neutral 2. Fast 5. Reverse 3. Slow 121-2989 1. Bypass lever position for 2. Bypass lever position for pushing the machine operating the machine 119-8815 Manufacturer's Mark 1. Parking position 4. Neutral 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original 2.
- Page 9 120-5468 1. Low speed 2. High speed...
- Page 10 121-0772 1. Fast 4. Choke 2. Continuous variable setting 5. Power take-off (PTO), Blade control switch 3. Slow...
- Page 11 120-2239 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 5. Warning—do not use split ramps, use a full ramps 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.
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Page 12: Product Overview
Product Overview g020157 Figure 4 1. Deflector 4. Height of cut lever 7. Footrest 10. Engine 2. Rear drive wheel 5. Operator seat 8. Fuel tank cap 11. Engine guard (certain models only) 3. Motion control levers 6. Smart Speed lever 9. -
Page 13: Controls
Controls Motion Control Levers and Parking Brake Position Become familiar with all of the controls in and before you start the engine and operate the machine. The motion control levers are speed sensitive controls of independent wheel motors. Moving a lever forward or backward turns the wheel on the same side forward or in reverse;... -
Page 14: Operation
Height-of-Cut Lever Operation The height of cut lever allows the operator to lower and Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine raise the deck from the seated position. When the lever is from the normal operating position. moved up, toward the operator the deck is raised from the ground and when moved down, away from the operator it is lowered toward the ground. -
Page 15: Fuel Safety
DANGER In certain conditions during fueling, static electricity can be released causing a spark which can ignite the gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property. • Always place gasoline containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling. -
Page 16: Before Starting
The safety interlock system also is designed to stop the engine whenever the control levers are out of the park position and you rise from the seat. Before Starting Recommended Fuel • For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method). -
Page 17: Operating The Blades
attempts. Failure to follow these instructions can damage the starter motor. Figure 12 1. Throttle 2. Blade control switch—Off position g017700 4. Pull up on the Choke control before starting a cold Figure 14 engine (Figure 13). 1. Control panel 4. -
Page 18: Testing The Safety Interlock System
1. While sitting on the seat, with the control levers in park position, and move the blade control switch to On. Try starting the engine; the engine should not crank. 2. While sitting on the seat, move the blade control switch to Off. - Page 19 The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured To change speeds: in rpm (revolutions per minute). Placing the throttle control 1. Move the motion control levers to neutral and outward in the Fast position can be best for performance. For most to the park position;...
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Page 20: Stopping The Machine
2. To go backward, look behind you and down as you slowly pull the motion control levers rearward (Figure 20). G014476 Figure 21 G008953 1. Height-of-cut lever 3. 4.5 inch (115 mm), Figure 20 Transport position 2. Height-of-cut positions To go straight, apply equal pressure to both motion control levers (Figure 20). -
Page 21: Positioning The Seat
2. Move the control lever to the next set of holes. Secure the lever with the 2 bolts (Figure 24). g019929 Figure 22 1. Anti-scalp roller 4. Upper hole—the mower G014970 deck in the 63mm Figure 24 (2-1/2 inch) and below height-of-cut positions 1. -
Page 22: Grass Deflector
Grass Deflector The machine is now able to be pushed by hand. The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf. DANGER Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or complete grass catcher assembly mounted in place, you and others are exposed to blade contact and thrown debris. -
Page 23: Operating Tips
This also helps disperse clippings which enhances 8. For optimum performance in side discharge mode, decomposition and fertilization. install the side discharge blades (Toro part no. 110-6568-03) as described in the Installing the Blades Mow at Correct Intervals (page 37) section. -
Page 24: 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 25: 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 • Change the engine oil. After the first 8 hours • Check the safety interlock system. •... -
Page 26: Premaintenance Procedures
Premaintenance Lubrication Procedures Greasing the Bearings Raising the Seat Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease all lubrication points. Make sure the motion control levers are locked in the park Grease Type: No. 2 General Purpose Lithium Base Grease position. Lift the seat forward. 1. -
Page 27: Engine Maintenance
Engine Maintenance Important: Never clean the paper element with pressurized air or liquids, such as solvent, gas, or kerosene. Replace the paper element if it is Servicing the Air Cleaner damaged or cannot be cleaned thoroughly. Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently (every few Servicing the Engine Oil hours) if operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. -
Page 28: Changing The Engine Oil
4. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position (). G014971 Figure 32 G008792 Figure 31 Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 8 hours—Change the engine oil. -
Page 29: Servicing The Spark Plug
4. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil into the filler tube and slowly add the additional oil to bring it to the Full mark (). G008796 Figure 33 G008748 Figure 34 Changing the Engine Oil Filter Note: Ensure the oil filter gasket touches the engine and then an extra 3/4 turn is completed. -
Page 30: Cleaning The Cooling System
Installing the Spark Plug Tighten the spark plug(s) to 16 ft-lb (22 N-m). Figure 35 Note: Due to the deep recess around the spark plug, blowing out the cavity with compressed air is usually 16 ft-lb the most effective method for cleaning. The spark plug 22 N-m is most accessible when the blower housing is removed for cleaning. -
Page 31: Fuel System Maintenance
Fuel System 4. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together and slide them away from the filter (). Maintenance 5. Remove the filter from the fuel lines. 6. Install a new filter with the flow direction arrow coming DANGER from the fuel tank and pointing to the engine. -
Page 32: 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 (). Retain all fasteners. 6. Remove the battery hold-down () and lift the battery from the battery tray. WARNING CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning... -
Page 33: Servicing The Fuses
Figure 40 1. Positive battery post 3. Red (+) charger lead G014921 2. Negative battery post 4. Black (-) charger lead Figure 41 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 34: Drive System Maintenance
Drive System 2. Rotate the shaft forward to release the brake. Maintenance Checking the Tire Pressure Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check tire pressure. Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified. Uneven tire pressure can cause uneven cut. Check the pressure at the valve stem (). -
Page 35: Mower Maintenance
File down any nicks and sharpen the surface the machine is on. 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 36: Removing The Blades
The blades must be replaced if a solid object is hit, if the blade is out of balance, or the blade is bent. To ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards. -
Page 37: Leveling The Mower Deck
Leveling the Mower Deck Check to ensure the mower deck is level any time you install the mower or when you see an uneven cut on your lawn. The mower deck must be checked for bent blades prior to leveling; any bent blades must be removed and replaced. Refer to the Checking for Bent Blades procedure before continuing. - Page 38 6. Move to the left side of the machine. Loosen, but do 2. Move the motion control levers outward to the park not remove, the rear locking nut on the hanger bracket position, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
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Page 39: Removing The Mower
[1-1/2 inch (38 mm)]. hanger brackets clear of the rear lift rod and lower the 4. Using a spring removal tool, (Toro part no. 92-5771), mower carefully to the ground ( and ). remove the idler spring from the deck hook to remove tension on the idler pulley and roll the belt off of the pulleys (). -
Page 40: Installing The Mower
5. Route the new belt around the engine pulley and mower pulleys (). 6. Using a spring removal tool, (Toro part no. 92-5771), install the idler spring over the deck hook and placing tension on the idler pulley and mower belt (). - Page 41 g017618 Figure 60 1. Rod and spring assembly 3. Rod, short end, moved installed behind mower bracket 2. Loop end of the spring 4. Short end, retained by installed into the notch in mower bracket. the deflector bracket 5. Secure the rod and spring assembly by twisting it so the short end of the rod can be placed behind the front bracket welded to the deck ().
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Page 42: 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 deck blade contact. -
Page 43: Storage
Storage 14. Check the condition of the drive and mower belts. 15. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or replace any part that is worn or damaged. Cleaning and Storage 16. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is 1. - Page 44 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 45 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.
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- Page 48 Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company. Australian Consumer Law: Australian customers will find details relating to the Australian Consumer Law either inside the box or at your local Toro Dealer.