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Form No. 3361-179 Rev A
TimeCutte_ Z4200, Z4220, and
Z5000 Ridin Mowers
Model No. 74360uSerial No. 290000001 and Up
Model No. 74363---Serial No. 290000001 and Up
Model No. 74370--Serial No. 290000001 and Up
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CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Important: This engine is not equipped with a
spark arrester muffler.. It is a violation of California
Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate
the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or
grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas
may have similar laws,
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
The enclosed Engine O_,ner's ManuM is supplied
for information regarding the US Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California
Emission Control Regulation of emission systems,
maintenance, and warranty. Replacements may be
ordered through the engine manufacturer.
For modds with stated engine horsepower, the gross
horsepower of the engine was laboratory rated by the
engine manufacturer in accordance with SAE. Jt940
As configured to meet safety, emission, and operating
requirements, the actual engine horsepower on this class
of lawn mower will be significantly lower.
ntroduction
Read this information carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury
and product damage. You are responsible for operating
the product properly and safely.
You may contact Toro direcdy at wwwToro.com for
product and accessory information, help finding a
dealer, or to register your product.
_Thenever you need set,rice, genuine Toro parts, or
additional information, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model
and serial numbers of your product ready Figure I
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided
© 2008..-The Toro® Company
81!1 Lyndate Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420 2
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Under the seat
Model and serial number plate
Write the product model and serial numbers inthe space
below:
Model No.........................
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has
safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol
_igure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.. &
Figure 2
1Safety alert symbol
This manual uses two other words to highlight
information, Important calls attention to special
mechanica! infotmation and Note emphasizes general
information worthy of spedal attention
Contents
Introduction .......................................................................................2
Safety .............................................................................................................3
Safe Operating Practices ....................................................3
Toro I_5ding Mower Safety ........................................................5
Slope Chart ............................................................................7
Safety and Instructional Decals .................................... 8
Product Overview ...........................................................................12
Contact us at www,Toro,com,
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Controls ...........................................................................13
Operation.. .......................................................................................................14
Think Safety First ....................................................... 14
Recommended Gasoline ......................................................14
Checldng the Engine Oil Level .........................................16
Starting the Engine ................................................ 16
Operating the Blades ...............................................................17
Stopping the Engine ..................................................... 18
The Safety Interlock System ...............................................18
DrMng Forward or Backward ................................ 19
Stopping the Machine ......................................................20
Adjusting the Height of Cut ...........................................20
Positioning the Seat ...........................................................20
Adjusting the Motion Control Levers .........................20
Pushing the Machine by Hand ................................ 21
Grass Deflector ..........................................................................22
Operating Tips ............................................................. 22
Maintenance .....................................................................................24
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ................. 24
Premaintenance Procedures ............................................ 25
t_aising the Seat ......................................................................25
Accessing the Battery ....................................................25
Lubrication .........................................................................................25
Greasing the Bearings ............................................... 25
Engine Maintenance ...............................................................26
Servidng the Air Cleaner ..............................................26
Servicing the Engine Oil ............................................ 27
Servicing the Spark Plug ......................................................29
Cleaving the Blower Housing ...................................... 29
Fuel System Maintenance ...............................................................30
Replacing the Fuel Filter .................................................. 30
Electrical System Mainten,'mce ...................................................31
Charging the Battery .................................................... 31
Servicing the Fuses ..........................................................32
Drive System Maintenance ................................................... 33
Checking the Tire Pressure ...............................................33
Mower Maintenance ............................................................................34
Servicing the Cutting Blades .......................................... 34
Leveling the Mower Deck ......................................................36
Removing the Mower ......................................................38
Mower Belt Maintenance ............................................. 39
Installing the Mower ...........................................................40
Replacing the Grass Deflector .................................. 40
Cleaning .................................................................................................4I
_gZashing the Underside of the Mower ................... 4 I
Storage ................................................................................................42
CleanLng and Storage .................................................... 42
Troubleshooting .................................................................. 44
Schematics ..........................................................................................46
Safety
This machine meets or exceeds the B71.1-2003
specifications of the American National Standards
Institute, in effect at the time of' production.
However, improper use or maintenance by the
operator or owner can result in injury. To reduce
the potential for injury, comply with these safety
instructions and always pay attention to the
safety alert symbol, which means CAUTION,
WARNING, or DANGER-"personaI safety
instruction." Failure to comply with the instruction
may result in personal injury or death_
Safe Operating Practices
The following instructions are from ANSI standard
B71..1-2003.,
This product is capable of amputating hands and
feet and throwing objects. Always follow a!l safety
instructions to avoid serious injury or death
General Operation
"Read, understand, and follow all instructions in
the operator's manual and on the machine before
starting.
• Do not place hands or feet near rotating parts or
under the machine. Keep dear of the discharge
opening at all times.
- Allow only responsible adults who are familiar with
the instructions to operate the machine..
° Clear the area of obiects such as rocks, toys, wire,
etc, which could be picked up and thrown by the
blade..
° Be sure the area is clear of other people before
mowing_ Stop the machine if anyone enters the area.
•Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
Always look down and behind before and while
backing up.
" Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do
not point it at anyone Avoid discharging material
against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet
back toward the operator., Stop the blade(s) when
crossing gravd surfaces
• Do not operate the machine without deflector,
discharge cover or entire grass collection system in
place and working
•Be alert, slow down and use caution when making
turns. Look behind and to the side before changing
directions

NeverleavearunningmachineunattendedAlways
turnoff blades,setparkingbrake,stopengine, and
remove key before dismounting
- Turn off blades when not mowing Stop the engine
and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop
before cleaning the machine, removing the grass
catcher or unclogging the discharge chute
•Operate the machine only in daylight or good
artifidal light.
" Do not operate the machine while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs..
° Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing
roadways..
" Use extra care when loading or unloading the
machine into a trailer or truck
Always wear eye protection when operating the
m owen
Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and
above, are involved in a large percentage of riding
mower-related injuries. These operators should
evaluate their abiliw to operate the riding mower
safely enough to protect themselves and others from
serious injury..
Always follow the recommendations for wheal
weights or counterweights.
Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and
tip-over acddents, which can result in severe injury or
death Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If
you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it,
do not mow it..
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Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees
Watch for ditches, holes, ro&s, dips, and rises that
change the operating angle, as rough terrain could
overturn the machine.
° Choose a low ground speed so you will not have to
stop while operating on a slope.
" Do not mow slopes when grass is wet Slippery
conditions reduce traction and could cause sliding
and loss of control.
" Always keep the wheel motors engaged when going
down slopes..
°Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes
= Do not make sudden turns or rapid speed changes..
° Remove or mark obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs,
etc. from the mowing area Tall grass can hide
obstacles.
Avoid sudden starts when mowing uphill because
the mower may tip backwards.
Be aware that loss of traction may occur going
downhill. Weight transfer to the front wheals may
cause drive wheels to slip and cause loss of braking
and steering.
" Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on a
slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and
proceed slowly off the slope..
° Use extreme care with grass catchers or other
attachments These can change the stability of the
machine and cause loss of control.
"Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your
foot on the ground
•Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, steep banks
or water. Wheals dropping over edges can cause
roUovers, which may result in serious injury, death
or drowning
° Use a walk behind mower and/or a hand trimmer
near drop-offs, ditches, steep banks or water..
Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of &ildren. Children are often attracted to
the machine and the mowing activit3v Never assume that
children wi!l remain where you last saw them.
-Keep children out of the mowing area and under
the watchful care of another responsible adult, not
the operator.
" Be alert and turn the machine off if children enter
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the area,
Before and while backing or changing direction, look
behind, down, and side-to-side for small children..
Never carry children, even with the blades off They
may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation,,
Children who have been given rides in the past may
suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride
and be run over or backed over by the mower..
Never allow children to operate the machine
Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, the end of a fence or other objects that
may obscure vision.
Towing
A hitch kit is available for this machine and can be
obtained by contacting an Authorized Toro Dealer.
Do not tow without first installing this manufacn.n:er
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approved bit& The following guidelines apply when
towing with the approved hitch tdt installed
•Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed
for towing Do not attach towed equipment except
at the hit& point,
, Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for
weight limits for towed equipment and towing on
slopes,
- Never allow children or others in or on towed
equipment,.
, On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment ,nay
cause loss of traction and loss of control
° Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop..
Service
Safe Handling of Gasoline:
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extra
care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are
flammable and the vapors are explosive,.
• Extinguish all dgarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
° Use only an approved container.
° Never remove the gas cap or add furl when the
engine is running Allow the engine to cool before
refueling
Never refuel the machine indoors..
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is Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame, such as near a water
heater or furnace,
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer with a plastic finer.._dways place containers on
the ground away from your vehicle before fillingo
Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck
or trailer and refuel it on the ground,. If this is not
possible, then refud such equipment with a portable
container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser
nozzle
" Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the furl
tankor container opening at alt times until the fueling
is complete Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
° if furl is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately
• Never overfill the fuel tank. Replace gas cap and
tighten securdy
General Service:
Never operate a machine inside a dosed area Engine
exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an
odorless, deadly poison that can ldll you,.
Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade
attachment bolts, Keep equipment in good
condition
Never tamper with safet3r devices Check their
proper operation regularly
Keep the machine free of grass, leaves, or other
debris build-up Clean up oil or fuel spillage fuel
soaked debris Allow the machine to cool before
storing.
Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an
object.. Repair, if necessary, before restarting,
Never make any adiustments or repairs with the
engine running
Grass catcher components are subject to wear,
damage and deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown
Frequently check components and replace with
manufacturers' recommended parts, when necessary.
° Mower blades are sharp and can cut,. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when
servicing them,
• Check for proper brake operation frequently, Adjust
and service as required.
° Maintain or replace safety and instruction decals as
necessary..
" Use only genuine Tort replacement parts to ensure
that original standards are maintained.,
Toro Riding Mower Safety
The following list contains safety information specific to
Tort products or other safety information that you must
"know that is not included in the ANSI standards
Stop the engine, disconnect spark plug wire(s) and
remove key before performing any service, repairs,
maintenance or adjustments_
Keep hands, feet, hair, and loose dothing away from
attachment discharge area, tmderside of mower and
any moving parts while engine is running
Do not touch equipment or attachment parts which
may be hot from operation. Allow to coot before
attempting to maintain, adjust or serxfice
Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns, Avoid
contact with sldn, eyes, and dothing Protect your
face, eyes, and clothing when worldng with a battery
Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks
and flames away from battery_

Use only Toro approved attachments., Warranty may
be voided if used with unapproved attachments,
If loading the machine onto a trailer or truck, use a
single, flail-width ramp only, The ramp angle should
not exceed 15 degrees
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the
machine from the normal operating position,

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Safety and Bnstructional
Decals
Safer T decals and insrxuctions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of
potential danger, Replace any decal that is damaged or lost.
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I14-1606
Entanglement hazard, belt--keep all guards in place
93-7009
t Warning--don't operate the mower with the deflector up or
removed; keep the deflector in place
2 Cuttingtdismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower
blade---stay away from moving parts
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Manufacturer's Mark
Indicates the blade is identified as apart from the original
machine manufacturer
105-7015
For Models with42 Inch Decks
Engine
99-3943
For Models with 50 inch Decks
106-8717
t Read the instr_actionsbefore servicing or performing
maintenance
2 Check tire pressure every 25 operating hours
3 Grease every 25 operating hours,
4 Engine
1 Height of cut
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106-8743

110.6691
1 Thrown object hazard--keep bystanders asafe distance
from the machine
2 Thrown object hazard, mower--do not operate the without
deflector, discharge cover or grass collection system in
place
3 Cuttingtdismemberment of hand or foot--stay away from
moving parts
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!Parking position
2Fast
3 Slow
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112-9750
4 Neutral
5 Reverse
1 Parking position
2 Fast
3 Slow
112-9751
4 Neutral
5 Reverse
Height-of-cut
112-9802
115-2500
112-9840
For Models with 50 Inch Decks
1 Read the Operator's
Manual
2 Height of cut
Remove the ignitionkey
and read the instructions
before servicing or
performing maintenance
1 Choke
2 Fast
3 Continuous variable
setting
4 Slow
5 Power take-off (PTO),
Biade control switch on
some models
6 Blade control switch--Off
7 Blade control switch--On 114-8531
1 Bypass lever position for
operating the machine 2 Bypass lever position for
pushing the machine
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114-8532
Bypass lever position for 2,, Bypass lever position for
operating the machine pushing the machine
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0 0 8 0 0
6 0 6 O 0
Battery Symbols
Some or all of these symbols are on yourbattery
t, 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 Caustic liquidtchemical 8 Battery acid can cause
bum hazard blindness or severe bums.
4 Wear eye protection 9 Flush eyes immediately
with water and got medical
help fast,
5, Road the Operator's t0,, Contains lead; do not
Manual discard,
115-2469
!., Warning--read the Operator's Manual
2 Waming_read the instructions before servicing or performingmaintenance; move the motion control levers to the park (brake)
position, remove the ignition key and disconnect the spark plug wire,,
3 CuttJngtdismemberment hazard, mower blade; entanglement hazard, belt---do not open or remove safety shields while engine is
running
4 Tipping hazard--_lo not mow slopes greater than I5 degrees, avoid sudden and sharp turns while on slopes,
5, Loss of tractionlcontrol hazard, slopes--loss of tractiontcontrol on a slope, disengage the blade control switch (PTO), proceed
off the slope slowly,,
6, Crushingldismemberment hazard of bystanders, reversing; crushingtdismemberment hazard of bystanders---do not carry
passengers, look behind and down when reversing,,
7,, Thrown object hazard---keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine, pick up debris before operating, keep deflector in place,,
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'1. Fuelgauge 2., Full
115-2450
3, Half
115-2489
4. Empty
1,, Fuelgauge 2, Full 3Hatf
115-2451
4, Empty
t, Fuelgauge 2 Full 3 Half 4, Empty
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Product Overview
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1, Footrest
2. Height of cut lever
3, Fuel gauge
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4. Contm! panel
5 Motion control levers
6. Operator seat
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Figure 3
7, Rear drive wheel
8 Washout fitting
9. Mower deck
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10. Anti-scalp roller
1!, Front caster wheel
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t., Motion control levers
2. Height of cut lever
Figure 4
3 Gas tank cap
4. Engine 5o Deflector
6Engine guard (Model 74370 only)
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Controls
Become familiar with all of the controls in Figure 3,
Figure 4, and Figure 5 before you start the engine and
operate the machine
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Figure 5
Control Panel
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I Ignition switch 3, Blade control switch
(power take-off)
2, ThrottielChoke
reverse; wheel speed is proportional to the amount the
lever is moved, Move the control levers outward from
the center to the park position and exit the machine
(Figure i5) Always position the motion control levers
into the park position when you stop the machine or
leave it unattended
Fuel Gauge
The fuel window located below the operator position
can be used to verify the level of gasoline in the tank
(Figure6),,
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Ignition Switch
The ignition switch has three positions, Off, Run and
Start. The key will mrn to Stax't and move back to
Run upon rdease. Turning the key to the Off position
will stop the engine; however, always remove the key
when leaving the machine to prevent someone from
accidentally starting the engine (Figure 5).
Throttle/Choke Control
The throttle and choke is combined into one control
lever, The throttle controls the engine speed and it has a
continuous variable setting from Stow to Fast Engage
the choke by moving the lever past the Fast setting until
it stops (Figure 5).
Blade Control Switch (Power Take-Off)
The blade control switch, represented by a power
take-off (PTO) symbol, engages and disengages power
to the mower blades (Figure 5)_
Motion Control Levers and Park
Position
The motion control levers axe speed sensitive controls of
independent whet motors,. Moving a lever forward or
backward mxns the wheel on the same side forward or in
Figure 6
I, Fuelgaugewindow
Height-of-Cut Lever
The height of cut lever allows the operator to lower
and raise the deck from the seated position. Wqaen the
lever is 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.. Only adjust the
height of cut while machine is not mox,qng (Figure 18)..
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Operation
Note: Detern_ne the left and fight sides of _he
machine from d_enormal operatingposition..
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Think Safety First
Please carefi_y read a_ of the safety instructions and
decals in dae safety section,, Knowing this information
could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid
injinx,
Mowing on wet grass or steep slopes can cause
sliding and loss of control.
Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers,
which may result in serious injury, death or
drowning.
Aloss of traction is a loss of steering control.
To avoid loss of control and possibility of
rollover:
. Do not mow near drop-offs or near water.
* Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
o Reduce speed and use extreme caution on
slopes.
° When mowing slopes, gradually work from
lower to higher areas on the incline.
,Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
°Turn up, into an incline when changing
directions on slopes_ Turning down the
slope reduces traction.
° Attachments change the handling
characteristics of the machine. Use extra
caution when using attachments with the
machine.
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2Use walk behind mowerandforhandtrimmer near drop-offs
andwater
3. Water
Recommended Gasoline
Use UN/-EdkDED Regular Gasoline suitable for
automotive use (87 pump octane minimum),. Leaded
regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not
available.,
Important: Never use methanol, gasoline
containing methanol, or gasohol containing more
than 10 percent ethanol because the fuel system
could be damaged. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
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In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive. A fire or
explosion from gasoline can burn you and
others and can damage property.
• Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area,
when the engine is cold0 Wipe up any
gasoline that spills.
• Never fill the fuel tank inside an enclosed
trailer.
Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Add
gasoline to the fuel tank until the body of
the tank is full but fuel does not fill the neck
of the tank. This empty space in the tank
allows gasoline to expand°
Never smoke when handling gasoline, and
stay away from an open flame or where
gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark.
Store gasoline in an approved container and
keep it out of the reach of children. Never
buy more than a 30-day supply of gasoline.
Do not operate without entire exhaust
system in place and in proper working
condition.
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.
Do not fill gasoline containers inside a
vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed because
interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners
may insulate the container and slow the loss
of any static charge_
When practical, remove gas-powered
equipment from the truck or trailer and
refuel the equipment with its wheels on the
ground.
If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment on a truck or trailer from a
portable container_ rather than from a
gasoline dispenser nozzle.
If agasoline dispenser nozzle must be used,
keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of
the fuel tank or container opening at all
times until fueling is complete.
Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed.
Long-term ex_posure to vapors can cause serious
injury and illness.
°Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
* Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank or
conditioner opening.
°Keep gas away from eyes and skin.
Using Stabilizer/Conditioner
Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to
provide the following benefits:
•Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 30 days or
less, For longer storage it is recommended that the
fuel tank be drained.
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Cleans the engine while it runs,,
Eliminates gum-like varnish buildup in the fuel
system, which causes hard starting,,
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Addthecorrectamountofgasstabilizer/conditioner
to the gas
Note: A furl stabilizer/conditioner is most effective
when mixed with fresh gasoline. To minimize the
chance of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel
stabilizer at all times
Gasoline/Alcohol blends
Gasohol (up to 10 percent ethyl alcohol, 90 percent
unleaded gasoline by volume) is approved for fuel use
by the engine manufacturer Other gasoline/alcohol
blends, such as E85, are not approved
Gasoline/Ether blends
Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE) and unleaded
gasoline blends (up to a maximum of 15 percent MTBE
by volumg) axe approved for fue! use by the engine
manufacturer Other gasoline/ether blends are not
approved.
Fuel Gauge
Use the furl window below the operator to verify the
level of gasoline before filling the tank (Figure 8)
allows gasoline to expand Do not fi!! the fuel tank
completely flail.
Install the fuel tank cap securely Wipe up any
gasoline that may have spilled..
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Figure 9
1, Gas tank body 3Fillto here, approximately
2 Gas lank neck 4. Gas tank opening
Checking the Engine Oil Level
Before you start the engine and use the machine, check
the oil levd in the engine crankcase; refer to Checldng
the Oil Level in the Engine Maintenance section.
Starting the Engine
t.. 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 10)
Figure 8
!o Fuelgaugewindow
Filling the Fuel Tank
I. Shut the engine off and set the motion controls to
the park position,, Raise the seat so the gas tank is
visible while fueling..
2. Clean around the fad tank cap and remove the cap,
3,. Add unleaded regular gasoline until the body of the
tank is full but fuel does not fill the neck of the
tank (Figure 9). This space in the necJ: of the tank
Figure 10
1, Controlpanel 2
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Blade control switch--Off
position
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3,
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Move the throtde lever to Choke before starting a
cold eng_e (Figure 11)
Note: A warm or hot engine may not require
choking_
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Figure 11
Control panel 4, Fast
Throttlefchoke 5., Continuous variable
lever--choke position setting
Choke 6 Slow
Turn the ignition key to Start to energize the starter,
V_qaen the engine starts, rdease the key CFigure 12),
important: Do not engage the starter for more
than 10 seconds at a dme. If the engine fails
to start, allow a 60 second cool-down period
between attempts. Failure to follow these
instructions can damage the starter motor.
Figure 12
! Control panel 4, Off
2. Ignitionkey--run position 5. Run
3, ignition key--start position 6, Start
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,, After the engine starts, move the throttle lever to
Fast _igure 11).. If the engine stabs or hesitates,
move the throttle lever back to Choke for a few
seconds Repeat this as required.
Operating the Bnades
The blade control switch, represented by a power
take-off (PTO) symbol, engages and disengages power
to the mower blades. Ttais switch controls power to any
attachments that draw power from the engine, including
the mower deck and cutting blades
Engaging the Blades
Important: Do not engage the blades when
parked in tall grass. Belt or clutch damage can
OCCUr.
!. Release pressure on the modon control levers and
place the machine in neutral
2. Move the throttle to the Fast position.
Mote: .adways engage the blades with the throtde
in the Fast position_
3,. Pull up on the blade contro! switch to move it to
the On position and engage the blades ('Figure 13)
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Figure 13
I, Control pane_ 2 Btade controlswitch--On
position
Disengaging the Blades
Push down on the blade control switch to move it to
the Off position and disengage the blades (Figure 14).
Controlpanel
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Blade control switch--Off
Stopping
1,
2_
,3,
the Engine
Disengage the blades by moving the blade control
switch to Off (Figure 14)..
Move the throttle lever to between Fast and half
throttle (Figure 12),
Turn the ignition key to Off (Figure 11) and remove
the key.
The Safety interlock System
If safety interlock switches are disconnected
or damaged the machine could operate
unexpectedly causing personal injury.
•Do not tamper with the interlock switches.
* Check the operation of the interlock
switches daily and replace any damaged
switches before operating the machine.
Understanding the Safety Interlock
System
The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the
engine from starting unless:
"The blades are disengaged.
-The motion control levers are in the park position.
The safety interlock system also is designed to stop
the engine when the control levers are out of the park
position and you rise from file seat when the blades
are engaged
Testing the Safety interlock System
Test the safety interlock system before you use the
machine each time. If the safety system does not
operate as described brow, have an Authorized Service
Dealer repair the safety system immediately
i. 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,.
., While sitting on the seat, move the blade control
switch to Off Move either motion control ]ever
to the center, unlocked position, Try starting the
engine; the engine should not crank, Repeat with
the other motion control lever.
3
.
X_ghilesitting 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; the engine should stop°
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, move the motion control levers
to the center, unlocked position, engage the blade
control switch, and rise slightly from the seat; the
engine should stop
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Driving Forward or Backward
The throrde control regulates the engine speed as
measured in rpm (revolutions per minute),. Place
the throttle control in the Fast position for best
performance° Always operate in the frill throttle
position,
The machine can spin very rapidl3: The
operator may lose control of the machine
and cause personal injury or damage to the
machine.
o Use caution when making earns.
°Slow the machine down before making
sharp turns. Figure 16
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Figure 15
1. Park (brake) position 3, Forward
2o Center unlock position 4 Backward
Forward
I Move the levers to the center, unlocked position..
2. To go forward, slowly push the motion control
levers forward (Figure 15),
To go straight, apply equal pressure to both motion
control levers (Figure ! 5).
To t_n, release pressure on the motion control lever
toward the direction you want to turn (Figure 15),
The farther you move the motion control levers in
tither direction, the faster the machine will move in
that direction
To stop, pul! the motion control levers to neutral
Backward
1 Move the levers to the center, unlocked position_
2. To go back-,vard, slowly pull the ,notion control
levers rearward (Figure 17)
Figure 17
To go straight, apply equal pressure to both motion
control levers (Figure 17)_
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To turn, release the pressure on the motion control
lever towed the direction you want to turn,
To stop, push the motion control levers to neutral,
Stopping the Nachine
To stop the madzine, move the motion control levers to
neutral and outward to the park position, disengage the
blade control switch, ensure the throttle is in the fast
position, and mrn the ignition key to off Remember to
remove the key from the ignition switd_
Children or bystanders may be injured if they
move or attempt to operate the mower while it
is unattended°
Always remove the ignition key and move the
motion control levers outward to the park
position when leaving the machine unattended,
even if just for a few minutes.
Adjusting the Height of Cut
1.. Raise the height-of-cut lever to the transport
position, cutting height position 4_5 (,also the
4-I/2 inch [1t 5 man]) (Figure 18),
Positioning the Seat
The seat can move forward and back-ward Position the
seat where you have the best control of the machine
and are most comfortable.
I. Raise the seat and loosen the adjusnnent lmob }ust
enough that seat can move (Figure 19)..
1\
I Adjustment knob
Figure 19
2, Move the seat to the desired position and tighten
the "knob
Adjusting the Notion Control
Levers
Adjusting the Height
The motion control levers can be adjusted higher or
lower for ma_-drnum operator comfort,.
1, Remove the 2 bolts holding the control lever to the
control arm shaft (Figure 20).
2, Move the control lever to the next set of holes°
Secure the lever with the 2 bolts (Figure 20),
Figure 18
1. Height-of-cut lever 5 3inch (76 mm)
2 4,5 inch (ti5 mm), 6 25 inch (64 mm)
Transport position
3, 4 inch (102 ram) 7_ 2 inch (51 ram)
4, 35 inch (89 mm) 8, 15 inch (38 ram)
2, To adjust the height of cut, pull inward and up on
the lever and move it to the desired position,
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