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Original Instructions (EN)
TimeCutter
Mower
Model No. 74776—Serial No. 400000000 and Up
Form No. 3409-418 Rev A
®
MX 5025 Riding
*3409-418* A

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3409-418 Rev A TimeCutter ® MX 5025 Riding Mower Model No. 74776—Serial No. 400000000 and Up *3409-418* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2 Model No. Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s information included with the machine. Serial No. Go to www.Toro.com to view specifications on your mower model. This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety messages identified by the safety-alert symbol (Figure which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Drive System Maintenance .........36 Checking the Tire Pressure ........36 Releasing the Electric Brake ........37 Safety ................4 Mower Maintenance ...........37 General Safety............4 Servicing the Cutting Blades........37 Slope Indicator ............5 Leveling the Mower Deck ........39 Safety and Instructional Decals ......... 6 Removing the Mower Deck ........41 Product Overview ............11 Installing the Mower ..........42...

  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI B71.1-2012. General Safety This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious personal injury. Using this product for purposes other than its intended use could prove dangerous to you and bystanders.

  • Page 5: Slope Indicator

    Slope Indicator G011841 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 6: 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 missing. decal93-7009 93-7009 1. Warning—do not operate the mower with the deflector up or removed;...
  • Page 7 decalbatterysymbols Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery. 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the battery. 2. No fire, open flame, or 7. Wear eye protection; smoking explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries.
  • Page 8 decal132-0872 132-0872 1. Thrown object 3. Severing hazard of hand hazard—keep bystanders or foot—keep away from away from the machine. moving parts. 2. Thrown object hazard, 4. Entanglement raised baffle—do not hazard—keep away operate the machine with from moving parts; keep an open deck;...
  • Page 9 decal121-0773 121-0773 1. Fast 4. Choke 2. Continuous-variable setting 5. Power take-off (PTO), blade-control switch 3. Slow...
  • Page 10 decal131-3947 131-3947 1. Trim—slow 3. Mow—fast 2. Tow—medium decal132-0869 132-0869 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2. Warning—before servicing, engage the parking brake, remove the key and the spark plug connection. 3. Cutting hazard of hand, mower blade; pinching hazard of hand, belt—keep hands and feet away from moving parts; keep all guards and shields in place.

  • Page 11: Product Overview

    Controls Product Overview Become familiar with all of the controls in Figure 1 Figure 5 before you start the engine and operate the machine. g028411 Figure 4 g032603 Figure 5 1. Footrest 8. Gas-tank cap Control panel 2. Deflector 9. Smart Speed™ lever 3.

  • Page 12: Before Operation

    Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or • Remove the equipment from the truck or trailer and Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved refuel it while it is on the ground. If this is not possible, attachments and accessories.

  • Page 13: Recommended Fuel

    Using Stabilizer/Conditioner • Do not operate the machine without the entire exhaust system in place and in proper working condition. Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to provide • Keep the fuel-dispenser nozzle in contact with the rim of the following benefits: the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling •...

  • Page 14: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    Checking the Engine-Oil Level Before you start the engine and use the machine, check the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 14). Breaking in a New Machine New engines take time to develop full power. Mower decks and drive systems have higher friction when new, placing additional load on the engine.

  • Page 15: Using The Safety-Interlock System

    Using the Safety-Interlock Positioning the Seat System The seat can move forward and backward. Position the seat where you have the best control of the machine and are most comfortable (Figure 10). WARNING If the safety-interlock switches are disconnected or damaged, the machine could operate unexpectedly, causing personal injury.

  • Page 16: During Operation

    Adjusting the Tilt During Operation You can adjust the motion-control levers forward or rearward for your comfort. During Operation Safety 1. Loosen the upper bolt holding the control lever to the control-arm shaft. General Safety • 2. Loosen the lower bolt just enough to pivot the control The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible for accidents that may cause personal injury or property lever forward or rearward...

  • Page 17: Operating The Mower Blade-Control Switch (Pto)

    • Do not change the governor speed or overspeed the engine. Engaging the Blade-Control Switch • Use accessories and attachments approved by Toro only. (PTO) Slope Safety • Slow down the machine and use extra care on hillsides. Travel up and down on hillsides. Turf conditions can affect the stability of the machine.

  • Page 18: Operating The Throttle

    Operating the Throttle Operating the Ignition Switch You can move the throttle control between the F 1. Turn the ignition key to the S position (Figure 17). TART positions (Figure 15). Note: When the engine starts, release the key. Always use the F position when turning on the mower Important: Do not engage the starter for more deck with the blade-control switch (PTO).

  • Page 19: Starting And Shutting Off The Engine

    Starting and Shutting Off the Using the Motion-Control Engine Levers Starting the Engine Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking. Important: Do not engage the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. Engaging the starter motor for more than 5 seconds can damage the starter motor.
  • Page 20 Driving Forward Using the Smart Speed Control System Note: Always use caution when backing up and turning. The Smart Speed Control-System lever, located below the 1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. operating position (Figure 22), gives the operator a choice 2.

  • Page 21: Stopping The Machine

    Adjusting the Height of Cut This is the medium speed. The suggested uses for this speed Note: The transport position is the highest height-of-cut are as follows: position at 115 mm (4-1/2 inches) as shown in Figure • Bagging • Mulching This is the fastest speed.

  • Page 22: Using The Side Discharge

    Operating Tips Using the Fast Throttle Setting For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate the engine at the F position. Air is required to thoroughly cut G010233 grass clippings, so do not set the height-of-cut so low as to totally surround the mower in uncut grass.

  • Page 23: After Operation

    If a blade is damaged or worn, replace • Tie the machine down securely using straps, chains, cable, it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. or ropes. Both front and rear straps should be directed down and outward from the machine.
  • Page 24 g017303 g017303 Figure 25 1. Bypass-lever locations 3. Lever position for pushing the machine 2. Lever position for operating the machine 6. When finished, turn the key to the S position to avoid draining the battery charge. Note: If the machine fails to move, the electric brake may still be engaged.

  • Page 25: Transporting The Machine

    Transporting the Machine Loading the Machine Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Use extreme caution when loading or unloading machines Ensure that the trailer or truck has all necessary brakes, onto a trailer or a truck. Use a full-width ramp that is wider lighting, and marking as required by law.
  • Page 26 g027996 g027996 Figure 28 1. Full-width ramp in stowed 4. Ramp is at least 4 times position as long as the height of the trailer or truck bed to the ground 2. Side view of full-width 5. H=height of the trailer or ramp in loading position truck bed to the ground 3.

  • Page 27: 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 5 hours • Check the safety-interlock system. • Check the air cleaner for dirty, loose, or damaged parts. •...

  • Page 28: Pre-Maintenance Procedures

    Check their proper operation regularly. • To ensure optimum performance and continued safety certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use could void the product warranty.

  • Page 29: Lubrication

    Lubrication Engine Maintenance Greasing the Bearings Engine Safety Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease all lubrication Shut off the engine before checking the oil or adding oil to points. the crankcase. Grease Type: No. 2 lithium grease Servicing the Air Cleaner 1.

  • Page 30: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Servicing the Paper Element 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch, shut off the engine, engage Service Interval: Every 100 hours/Yearly (whichever comes parking brake, and remove the key. first)—Service the air-cleaner paper 2. Make sure that the engine is shut off, level, and is cool, element (more often in dusty, dirty so that the oil has had time to drain into the sump.
  • Page 31 Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter Service Interval: After the first 5 hours/After the first month (whichever comes first)—Change the engine oil. Every 100 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first)—Change the engine oil (more often in dusty, dirty conditions). Every 100 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first)—Change the oil filter (more often in dusty, dirty conditions).

  • Page 32: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Removing the Spark Plug 6. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil into the filler tube and slowly add the additional oil to 1. Disengage the PTO and move the motion-control bring it to the Full mark (Figure 36). levers to the P position.

  • Page 33: Cleaning The Cooling System

    Installing the Spark Plug Fuel System Tighten the spark plug(s) to 25 to 30 N∙m (18.5 to 22.1 ft-lb). Maintenance DANGER In certain conditions, fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you, others, and can damage property. •...

  • Page 34: Electrical System Maintenance

    Electrical System Maintenance Electrical System Safety • Disconnect the battery before repairing the machine. g027939 Disconnect the negative terminal first and the positive g027939 last. Connect the positive terminal first and the negative last. • Charge the battery in an open, well-ventilated area, away from sparks and flames.
  • Page 35 Charging the Battery wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Service Interval: Before storage—Charge the battery and 3. Raise the seat to access the battery. disconnect the battery cables. 4. Disconnect the negative (black) ground cable from the 1.

  • Page 36: Servicing The Fuses

    Servicing the Fuses Drive System Maintenance The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires no maintenance; however, if a fuse blows, check the component/circuit for a malfunction or short. Checking the Tire Pressure Fuse type: • Main—F1 (30 A, blade-type) Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check tire pressure.

  • Page 37: Releasing The Electric Brake

    Releasing the Electric Brake Mower Maintenance You can manually release the electric brake by rotating the Servicing the Cutting Blades link arms forward. Once the electric brake is energized, the brake resets. To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blades sharp. For 1.
  • Page 38 3 mm (1/8 inch), the blade spindle could 4. Rotate the same blade 180 degrees so that the opposing be bent. Contact an Authorized Toro Dealer for cutting edge is now in the same position (Figure 49).

  • Page 39: Leveling The Mower Deck

    Removing the Blades Replace the blades if they hit a solid object, or if the blade is out of balance or bent. g000553 1. Hold the blade end using a rag or thickly padded glove. Figure 53 2. Remove the blade bolt, curved washer, and blade from 1.
  • Page 40 G005278 10. Continue leveling the deck by checking the front-to-rear blade slope; refer to Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope (page 40). Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope Check the front-to-rear blade level any time you install the mower. If the front of the mower is more than 7.9 mm (5/16 inch) lower than the rear of the mower, adjust the blade level.

  • Page 41: Removing The Mower Deck

    G014634 g014634 Figure 57 1. Adjusting rod 3. Locknut 2. Adjusting block G014635 g014635 Figure 58 7. After adjustment, check the front-to-rear slope again, continue adjusting the nut until the front blade tip is 1. Front support rod 3. Deck bracket 1.6 to 7.9 mm (1/16 to 5/16 inch) lower than the rear 2.

  • Page 42: Installing The Mower

    Replacing the Grass Deflector 8. Slide the mower deck out from underneath the machine. Inspect the grass deflector for damage before each use. Note: Retain all parts for future installation. Replace any damaged parts before use. 1. Disengage the spring from the notch in the deflector Installing the Mower bracket and slide the rod out of the welded deck brackets, spring, and discharge deflector...

  • Page 43: Mower Belt Maintenance

    2. Screw to test that it snaps to the full down position. 5. 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 the...

  • Page 44: Cleaning

    Cleaning Washing the Underside of the Mower Service Interval: After each use—Clean the mower-deck housing. Important: You can wash the machine with a mild detergent and water. Do not pressure wash the machine. Avoid excessive use of water, especially near the control panel, under the seat, around the engine, hydraulic pumps, and motors.

  • Page 45: Storage

    Storage 7. Disengage the blade-control switch, shut off the engine, remove the ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop. Cleaning and Storage 8. Turn the water off and remove the coupling from the 1. Disengage the blade-control switch, move the washout fitting.
  • Page 46 Use the starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside the cylinder. Install the spark plug(s). Do not install the wire on the spark plug(s). 11. Clean any dirt and chaff from the top of the mower. 12. Scrape any heavy buildup of grass and dirt from the underside of the mower, then wash the mower with a garden hose.

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine overheats. 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce the 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 48 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action There is an 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 49: Schematics

    Schematics g028022 Electrical Diagram (Rev. A)
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  • Page 52 Countries Other than the United States or Canada This warranty is not valid in Mexico. Customers who have purchased Toro products outside the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.

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