Form No. 3409-418 Rev A TimeCutter® MX 5025 Riding Mower Model No. 74776—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
WARNING CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning This product contains a chemical or chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Contents Drive System Maintenance .........................................36 Checking the Tire Pressure ......................................36 Releasing the Electric Brake .....................................37 Mower Maintenance ...................................................37 Servicing the Cutting Blades.....................................37 Leveling the Mower Deck ........................................39 Removing the Mower Deck .....................................41 Installing the Mower ....
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. • Read and understand the contents of this Operator’s Manual before you start the engine.
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. 2. Align this edge with a vertical surface, a tree, building, fence pole, etc. 3.
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; keep the deflector in place. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts. decal112-9840 112-9840 1. Read the Operator's Manual. 3.
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 smoking 7. Wear eye protection; explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries. 3. Caustic liquid/chemical burn hazard 4. Wear eye protection. 8. Battery acid can cause blindness or severe burns. 9. Flush eyes immediately with water and get medical help fast. decal119-8870 119-8870 5.
decal132-0872 132-0872 1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders away from the machine. 3. Severing hazard of hand or foot—keep away from moving parts. 2. Thrown object hazard, raised baffle—do not operate the machine with an open deck; use a bagger or a baffle. 4. Entanglement hazard—keep away from moving parts; keep all guards and shields in place.
decal121-0773 121-0773 1. Fast 2. Continuous-variable setting 4. Choke 5. Power take-off (PTO), blade-control switch 3.
decal131-3947 131-3947 1. Trim—slow 2. Tow—medium 3. Mow—fast 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. 4.
Controls Product Overview Become familiar with all of the controls in Figure 1 and Figure 5 before you start the engine and operate the machine. g028411 Figure 4 1. Footrest 2. Deflector g032603 Figure 5 Control panel 8. Gas-tank cap 9. Smart Speed™ lever 3. Height-of-cut lever 10. Rear drive wheel 4. Motion-control lever 5. Control panel 11. Mower deck 12. Anti-scalp roller 6. Operator seat 13. Front caster wheel 1. Throttle 3. Blade-control switch (power takeoff) 2. Choke control 4.
Motion-Control Levers Operation Use the motion-control levers to drive the machine forward, reverse, and turn either direction. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Park Position Before Operation Move the motion-control levers outward from the center to the PARK position when exiting the machine (Figure 19). Always position the motion-control levers into the PARK position when you stop the machine or leave it unattended.
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 the following benefits: • Keep the fuel-dispenser nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
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. Allow 40 to 50 hours of break-in time for new machines to develop full power and best performance.
Positioning the Seat Using the Safety-Interlock 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. • Do not tamper with the interlock switches. • Check the operation of the interlock switches daily and replace any damaged switches before operating the machine.
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 • The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible for 2. Loosen the lower bolt just enough to pivot the control lever forward or rearward (Figure 11). 3. Tighten both bolts to secure the control lever in the new position. • 4.
Operating the Mower Blade-Control Switch (PTO) – Wait for all moving parts to stop. • Do not operate the machine when there is the risk of lightning. The blade-control switch (PTO) starts and stops the mower blades and any powered attachments. • Do not use the machine as a towing vehicle. • Do not change the governor speed or overspeed the engine. Engaging the Blade-Control Switch (PTO) • Use accessories and attachments approved by Toro only.
Operating the Throttle Operating the Ignition Switch You can move the throttle control between the FAST and SLOW positions (Figure 15). 1. Turn the ignition key to the START position (Figure 17). Note: When the engine starts, release the key. Always use the FAST position when turning on the mower deck with the blade-control switch (PTO). Important: Do not engage the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, wait 15 seconds between attempts.
Starting and Shutting Off the Engine Using the Motion-Control 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. If the engine fails to start, wait 10 seconds before operating the engine starter again. A B C D g004532 Figure 19 E 1. Motion-control lever—PARK position 4. Backward 2. Center, unlocked position 5.
Driving Forward Using the Smart SpeedTM Control System Note: Always use caution when backing up and turning. The Smart Speed TM Control-System lever, located below the operating position (Figure 22), gives the operator a choice to drive the machine at 3 ground speed ranges—trim, tow, and mow. 1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. 2. To go forward, slowly push the motion-control levers forward (Figure 20). g027625 Figure 22 1.
Tow Adjusting the Height of Cut This is the medium speed. The suggested uses for this speed are as follows: Note: The transport position is the highest height-of-cut position at 115 mm (4-1/2 inches) as shown in Figure 23. • Bagging • Mulching Mow This is the fastest speed.
Operating Tips 4 Using the Fast Throttle Setting For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate the engine at the FAST position. Air is required to thoroughly cut grass clippings, so do not set the height-of-cut so low as to totally surround the mower in uncut grass. Always try to have 1 side of the mower free from uncut grass, which allows air to be drawn into the mower. G010233 3 1 2 g010233 Cutting a Lawn for the First Time Figure 24 1. Anti-scalp roller 3. Flange nut 2. Bolt 4.
Keeping the Underside of the Mower Clean After Operation Clean clippings and dirt from the underside of the mower after each use. If grass and dirt build up inside the mower, cutting quality will eventually become unsatisfactory. After Operation Safety Maintaining the Blade(s) • Clean grass and debris from the cutting units, mufflers, General Safety and engine compartment to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills.
3 1 2 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 STOP position to avoid draining the battery charge. Note: If the machine fails to move, the electric brake may still be engaged. You can release the electric brake if necessary; refer to Releasing the Electric Brake (page 37).
Transporting the Machine Loading the Machine Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all necessary brakes, lighting, and marking as required by law. Please carefully read all the safety instructions. Knowing this information could help you, your family, pets, or bystanders avoid injury. Use extreme caution when loading or unloading machines onto a trailer or a truck. Use a full-width ramp that is wider than the machine for this procedure.
1 2 6 g027996 5 g027996 Figure 28 1. Full-width ramp in stowed position 4. Ramp is at least 4 times as long as the height of the trailer or truck bed to the ground 2. Side view of full-width ramp in loading position 5. H=height of the trailer or truck bed to the ground 3. Not greater than 15 degrees 6.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After the first 5 hours • Change the engine oil. Before each use or daily • • • • • Check the safety-interlock system. Check the air cleaner for dirty, loose, or damaged parts. Check the engine-oil level. Clean the air intake screen. Inspect the blades. After each use • Clean the mower-deck housing.
Pre-Maintenance Procedures Raising the Seat Make sure that the motion-control levers are locked in the PARK position. Lift the seat forward. You can access the following components by raising the seat: Maintenance and Storage Safety • Serial plate • Service decal • Before repairing the machine do the following: • Fuel filter – Disengage the drives. • Battery and battery cables – Engage the parking brake. – Shut off the engine and remove the key. – Disconnect the spark-plug wire.
Lubrication Engine Maintenance Greasing the Bearings Engine Safety Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease all lubrication points. Shut off the engine before checking the oil or adding oil to the crankcase. Grease Type: No. 2 lithium grease Servicing the Air Cleaner 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade-control switch. Service Interval: Before each use or daily 2.
Servicing the Paper Element 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch, shut off the engine, engage parking brake, and remove the key. Service Interval: Every 100 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first)—Service the air-cleaner paper element (more often in dusty, dirty conditions). 2. Make sure that the engine is shut off, level, and is cool, so that the oil has had time to drain into the sump. 3. To keep dirt, grass clippings, etc.
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). A B C D E F Note: Change the engine-oil filter more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
Removing the Spark Plug 6. 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 (Figure 36). 1. Disengage the PTO and move the motion-control levers to the PARK position. 2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
Installing the Spark Plug Fuel System Maintenance Tighten the spark plug(s) to 25 to 30 N∙m (18.5 to 22.1 ft-lb). B A 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. C 25-30 N-m 18.5-22.1 ft-lb • Perform any fuel-related maintenance when the engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open area. Wipe up any fuel that spills.
Electrical System Maintenance Electrical System Safety • Disconnect the battery before repairing the machine. g027939 g027939 • Disconnect the negative terminal first and the positive last. Connect the positive terminal first and the negative last. Charge the battery in an open, well-ventilated area, away from sparks and flames. Unplug the charger before connecting or disconnecting the battery. Wear protective clothing and use insulated tools.
Charging the Battery wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Service Interval: Before storage—Charge the battery and disconnect the battery cables. 3. Raise the seat to access the battery. 4. Disconnect the negative (black) ground cable from the battery post (Figure 41). 1. Remove the battery from the chassis; refer to Removing the Battery (page 34). Note: Retain all fasteners. 2. Charge the battery for a minimum of 1 hour at 6 to 10 A.
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. Fuse type: Checking the Tire Pressure • Main—F1 (30 A, blade-type) Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check tire pressure. • Charge Circuit—F2 (25 A, blade-type) Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified. Uneven tire pressure can cause uneven cut.
Releasing the Electric Brake Mower Maintenance You can manually release the electric brake by rotating the link arms forward. Once the electric brake is energized, the brake resets. Servicing the Cutting Blades 1. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position or disconnect the battery. To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blades sharp. For convenient sharpening and replacement, keep extra blades on hand. 2.
Checking for Bent Blades Note: The machine must be on a level surface for the following procedure. 3 1. Raise the mower deck to the highest height-of-cut position. 2. While wearing thickly padded gloves, or other adequate hand protection, slowly rotate the blade to be measure into a position that allows effective measurement of the distance between the cutting edge and the level surface the machine is on (Figure 47). 2 1 G014974 g014974 Figure 49 1. Blade (side previously measured) 2.
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 the spindle shaft (Figure 51). 1. Blade 2. Balancer 3. Repeat this procedure until the blade is balanced. Installing the Blades 1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Figure 51).
G005278 2 10. Continue leveling the deck by checking the front-to-rear blade slope; refer to Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope (page 40). 3 Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope 3 1 2 4 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. 4 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade-control switch. g005278 Figure 54 1.
3 3 1 1 2 2 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 1.6 to 7.9 mm (1/16 to 5/16 inch) lower than the rear blade tip (Figure 56). 1. Front support rod 3. Deck bracket 2. Locking nut 8.
Replacing the Grass Deflector 8. Slide the mower deck out from underneath the machine. Inspect the grass deflector for damage before each use. Replace any damaged parts before use. Note: Retain all parts for future installation. 1. Disengage the spring from the notch in the deflector bracket and slide the rod out of the welded deck brackets, spring, and discharge deflector (Figure 60). Installing the Mower 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade-control switch. 2.
Mower Belt Maintenance the bend and going over the rod as it returns from the bend. 6. Lift the loop end of the spring and place it into the notch on the deflector bracket (Figure 61). Inspecting the Belts Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check the belts for wear or cracks. 2 Check the belts for cracks, frayed edges, burn marks, or any other damage. Replace damaged belts.
3 Cleaning 5 2 1 Washing the Underside of the Mower 3 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. Wash the underside of the mower after each use to prevent grass buildup for improved mulch action and clipping dispersal. 4 G014931 6 1.
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 washout fitting. 1. Disengage the blade-control switch, move the motion-control levers outward to the PARK position, shut off the engine, and remove the key. 2. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the entire machine, especially the engine.
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. 13. Check the condition of the drive and mower belts. 14. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or replace any part that is worn or damaged. 15.
Troubleshooting Problem The engine overheats. Possible Cause 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce the ground speed. 2. The oil level in the crankcase is low. 3. The cooling fins and air passages under the engine blower housing are plugged. 4. The air cleaner is dirty. 2. Add oil to the crankcase. 3. Remove the obstruction from the cooling fins and air passages. 5. Dirt, water, or stale fuel is in the fuel system. The starter does not crank.
Problem There is an abnormal vibration. The cutting height is uneven. Possible Cause 1. The engine-mounting bolts are loose. 1. Tighten the engine-mounting bolts. 2. The engine pulley, idler pulley, or blade pulley is loose. 3. The engine pulley is damaged. 4. The cutting blade(s) is/are bent or unbalanced. 5. A blade-mounting bolt is loose. 6. A blade spindle is bent. 2. Tighten the appropriate pulley. 5. Tighten the blade-mounting bolt. 6. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 1.
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