Form No. 3424-960 Rev B TimeCutter® HD MyRide 48in Riding Mower Model No. 75210—Serial No. 404314000 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in Section 4442, maintained in effective working order or the engine is constructed, equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire.
Contents Drive System Maintenance .................................. 41 Checking the Tire Pressure............................... 41 Belt Maintenance ................................................ 41 Inspecting the Belts .......................................... 41 Replacing the Mower Belt ................................. 41 Mower Maintenance............................................. 42 Blade Safety ..................................................... 42 Servicing the Cutting Blades ...............
General Safety Safety This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Toro designed and tested this lawn mower to offer reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply with safety instructions may result in injury or death. The following instructions are from ANSI standard B71.1-2017. Safety Alert Symbol • Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings in the Operator’s Manual and other training material, on the machine, engine, and attachments.
Slope Indicator g011841 Figure 3 You may copy this page for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can 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. decaloemmarkt Manufacturer's Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. decal117-1194 117-1194 decalbatterysymbols Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery. 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders away from the battery. 2.
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. decal130-0654 130-0654 1. Transport—lock 3. Height of cut 2. Transport—unlock decal133-8062 133-8062 decal130-0731 130-0731 1.
decal136-4245 136-4245 3. Fast 1. Slow 2. Transport decal136-5596 136-5596 1. Check the tire pressure every 25 operating hours. 4. Check the tire pressure every 25 operating hours. 2. Engine oil 5. Read the Operator's Manual before performing maintenance. 3. Check the tire pressure every 25 operating hours. decal136-9186 136-9186 1. Read the Operator's Manual before adding weight to the bucket.
decal132-0869 132-0869 Note: This machine complies with the industry standard stability test in the static lateral and longitudinal tests with the maximum recommended slope indicated on the decal. Review the instructions for operating the machine on slopes in the Operator’s Manual as well as the conditions in which you would operate the machine to determine whether you can operate the machine in the conditions on that day and at that site.
decal133-9263 133-9263 1. Fast 4. PTO disengage 2. Slow 5. PTO engage 3.
Controls Product Overview Become familiar with all the controls before you start the engine and operate the machine. Control Panel g188738 Figure 5 g207189 1. Hour meter 4. Key switch 2. Throttle control 5. Blade-control switch (power takeoff) 3. Choke control 6. 12 V power point Figure 4 1. Deck-lift pedal 7. Engine 2. Height-of-cut pin 8. Fuel cap 3. Height-of-cut lever/transport lock 9. Mower deck 4. Smart Speed™ lever 10. Anti-scalp roller 5. Motion-control lever 6. Controls 11.
Choke Control 12 V Power Point Use the choke control to start a cold engine. Use the power point to power 12 V accessories (Figure 5). Hour Meter Important: When not using the 12 V power point, insert the rubber plug to prevent damage to the power point. The hour meter records the number of hours the engine has operated. It operates when the engine is running. Use these times for scheduling regular maintenance (Figure 5).
Operation Pre-Start Note: Determine the left and right sides of the Fill fuel tank on level ground. See Fuel Recommendations in the Specifications section for additional gasoline information. machine from the normal operating position. Do Not add oil to gasoline. Before Operation Do Not overfill fuel tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of the filler neck. The empty space in the tank allows gasoline to expand. Overfilling may result in fuel leakage or damage to the engine or emission system.
Fuel Safety DANGER In certain conditions during fueling, static electricity can be released causing a spark which can ignite gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and cause property damage. • Always place gasoline containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
Adding Fuel Recommended Fuel • For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than 30 days old), unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method). • Ethanol: Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) by volume is acceptable. Ethanol and MTBE are not the same. Gasoline with 15% ethanol (E15) by volume is not approved for use.
Using the Safety-Interlock System and rise slightly from the seat; the engine should shut off. 4. Sit on the seat, engage the parking brake, move the blade-control switch (PTO) to the OFF position, and move the motion-control levers to NEUTRAL-LOCK position. Start the engine. While the engine is running, center either motion-control lever and move it forward or reverse; the engine should shut off. Repeat for other motion-control lever. 5.
Adjusting the MyRide™ Suspension System Adjust the rear-shock assemblies (Figure 10). The MyRide™ suspension system adjusts to provide a smooth and comfortable ride. You can adjust the rear 2-shock assemblies to quickly and easily change the suspension system. Position the suspension system where you are most comfortable. Adjusting the Rear-Shock Assemblies g207187 The slots for the rear-shock assemblies have detent positions for reference.
During Operation • Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake • During Operation Safety • General Safety The operator must use their full attention when operating the machine. Do Not engage in any activity that causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property damage may occur. • WARNING Operating engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot. Severe burns can occur on contact and debris, such as leaves, grass, brush, etc. can catch fire.
• • distance (twice the width of the machine) between the machine and any hazard. Use a walk behind machine or a hand trimmer to mow the grass in these areas. – Whenever you leave the mower. Do Not leave a running machine unattended. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop: – Before refueling. – Before dumping the grass catcher. – Before making height adjustments. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children.
Disengaging the Parking Brake Entering the Operator’s Position To disengage the parking brake, pull the lever out of the detent slot and toward you, then push it down (Figure 14). Use the mower deck as a step to get into the operator’s position (Figure 12). g188777 Figure 14 1. Push the parking brake out of the detent slot and toward you. g029797 2. Push the parking brake down.
Operating the Choke Use the choke to start a cold engine. 1. Pull up the choke knob to engage the choke before using the key switch (Figure 19). 2. Push down the choke knob to disengage the choke after the engine has started (Figure 19). g187516 Figure 16 Disengaging the Blade-Control Switch (PTO) g009174 g008959 Figure 17 Figure 19 1. ON position Operating the Throttle You can move the throttle control between FAST and SLOW positions (Figure 18).
Operating the Key Switch 1. Starting the Engine Turn the key to the START position (Figure 20). Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking. Note: When the engine starts, release the key. Important: Do not engage the starter for more Important: Do not engage the starter motor 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.
Driving the Machine CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while it is unattended. The drive wheels turn independently, powered by hydraulic motors on each axle. You can turn 1 side in reverse while you turn the other forward, causing the machine to spin rather than turn. This greatly improves the machine maneuverability but may require some time for you to adapt to how it moves.
Using the Smart SpeedTM Control System The Smart Speed TM Control-System lever, located to the right of the operating position (Figure 25), gives you a choice to drive the machine at 3 ground speed ranges—trim, tow, and mow. g197125 Figure 25 1. Smart-speed lever g008952 Figure 23 To change speeds, do the following: Driving Backward 1. Move the motion-control levers to neutral and outward to the NEUTRAL-LOCK position. 1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. 2.
Tow Adjusting the Height of Cut This is the medium speed. The suggested uses for this speed are as follows: The machine is equipped with a foot pedal deck-lift system. You can use the foot pedal to lift the deck briefly to avoid obstacles or lock the deck in the highest height of cut or transport position. You can use the height-of-cut lever with the foot pedal to lock the deck in a specific cutting height. • Bagging • Mulching Mow This is the fastest speed.
3. Select a hole in the height-of-cut system corresponding to the desired height of cut and insert the pin (Figure 27). Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers 4. Push on the deck-lift pedal with your foot and pull the handle rearward to disengage the transport lock (Figure 26). Whenever you change the height of cut, adjust the height of the anti-scalp rollers. 5. Lower the deck slowly until the lever makes contact with the pin.
Using Attachments and Accessories Operating Tips Using the Fast Throttle Setting Use only Toro approved attachments and accessories. 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 deck in uncut grass. Always try to have 1 side of the mower deck free from uncut grass, which allows air to be drawn into the mower deck.
After Operation drop onto your lawn. To avoid this, move onto a previously cut area with the blades engaged or you can disengage the mower deck while moving forward. After Operation Safety Keeping the Underside of the Mower Deck Clean General Safety • Park machine on level ground, disengage drives, Clean clippings and dirt from the underside of the mower deck after each use. If grass and dirt build up inside the mower deck, cutting quality will eventually become unsatisfactory.
on the down side of the slope and the ramp extends up the slope. This will minimize the ramp angle. WARNING Loading a machine onto a trailer or truck increases the possibility of tip-over and could cause serious injury or death. • Use extreme caution when operating a machine on a ramp. g027708 Figure 29 • Use only a full-width ramp; do not use individual ramps for each side of the machine. 1. Tie-down location • Secure a trailer to the towing vehicle with safety chains.
and loss of control. Reduce the towed weight and slow down. • Stopping distance increases with the weight of the towed load. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. • Make wide turns to keep the attachment clear of the machine. g027996 Figure 31 1. Full-width ramp in stowed position 4. Ramp is at least four times (4X) 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.
Pushing the Machine by Hand 6. Important: Always push the machine by hand. Operating the Machine Do not tow the machine, because towing may damage it. Move the bypass levers rearward through the keyhole and down to lock them in place as shown in Figure 32. This machine has an electric-brake mechanism, and to push the machine, the key must be in the RUN position. The battery needs to be charged and functioning to disengage the electric brake. Note: Do this for each lever. Pushing the Machine 1.
Maintenance WARNING Removal or modification of original equipment, parts and/or accessories may alter the warranty, controllability, and safety of the machine. Unauthorized modifications to the original equipment or failure to use original Toro parts could lead to serious injury or death. Unauthorized changes to the machine, engine, fuel or venting system, may violate applicable safety standards such as: ANSI, OSHA and NFPA and/or government regulations such as EPA and CARB.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After the first 8 hours • Change the engine oil. Before each use or daily • • • • • • Check the safety-interlock system. Clean and check the air-cleaner element. Check the engine-oil level. Clean the air intake screen. Inspect the blades. Inspect the grass deflector for damage. After each use • Clean the mower-deck housing. Every 25 hours • Check tire pressure. • Check the belts for wear or cracks.
Engine Maintenance Servicing the Paper Air-Cleaner Element Engine Safety Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Clean the paper air-cleaner element (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). • Shut off the engine before checking the oil or adding oil to the crankcase. Every 200 hours—Replace the paper air-cleaner element (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). • Keep your hands, feet, face, clothing, and other body parts away the muffler and other hot surfaces. 1.
Checking the Engine-Oil Level Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Before each use or daily Service Interval: After the first 8 hours—Change the engine oil. Note: Check the oil when the engine is cold. Every 100 hours—Change the engine oil (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). Important: If you overfill or underfill the engine crankcase with oil and run the engine, you may damage the engine. 1. 2. 3. 1.
Changing the Engine-Oil Filter Service Interval: Every 200 hours—Change the engine-oil filter (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). 1. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 35). 2. Change the engine-oil filter (Figure 38). g235264 Figure 37 6. Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center. g027477 Figure 38 Note: Ensure that the oil-filter gasket touches the engine, and then turn the oil filter an extra 3/4 turn. 3.
Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 100 hours Ensure that the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug. Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing the spark plug and a gapping tool or feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap. Install a new spark plug if necessary. g206628 Figure 40 Type of Spark Plug: NGK® BPR4ES or equivalent Air Gap: 0.75 mm (0.03 inch) Installing the Spark Plug Removing the Spark Plug 1.
Fuel System Maintenance DANGER g027590 In certain conditions, fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and others and can damage property. Refer to Adding Fuel (page 15) for a complete list of fuel related precautions. Replacing the In-Line Fuel Filter Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Replace the in-line fuel filter. Never install a dirty filter after removing it from the fuel line. 1.
Electrical System Maintenance Electrical System Safety • Disconnect the battery before repairing the machine. 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 g190587 area, away from sparks and flames. Unplug the charger before connecting or disconnecting the battery. Wear protective clothing and use insulated tools. Figure 43 1. Battery cover 4. Servicing the Battery 2.
Charging the Battery Servicing the Fuses Service Interval: Before storage—Charge the battery and disconnect the battery cables. 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. 1. 2. Remove the battery from the chassis; refer to Removing the Battery (page 39). Fuse type: Charge the battery for a minimum of 1 hour at 6 to 10 A.
Drive System Maintenance Belt Maintenance Checking the Tire Pressure Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check the belts for wear or cracks. Inspecting the Belts Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check tire pressure. Replace the belt if it is worn. The signs of a worn belt include squealing while the belt is rotating; the blades slipping while cutting grass; and frayed edges, burn marks, and cracks on the belt. Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified.
Mower Maintenance Blade Safety A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece of the blade could be thrown toward you or bystanders, resulting in serious personal injury or death. Trying to repair a damaged blade may result in discontinued safety certification of the product. • Inspect the blades periodically for wear or damage. • Use care when checking the blades. Wrap the blades or wear gloves, and use caution when servicing the blades. Only replace or sharpen the blades; never straighten or weld them.
g006530 Figure 50 1. Cutting edge 3. Wear/slot forming 2. Curved area 4. Crack g014973 Figure 52 1. Blade (in position for measuring) Checking for Bent Blades 2. Level surface 3. Measured distance between blade and the surface (A) Note: The machine must be on a level surface for the following procedure. 4. 1. Raise the mower deck to the highest height-of-cut position. 2.
Removing the Blades Replace the blades if they hit a solid object, or if the blade is out of balance or bent. 1. Hold the blade end using a rag or thickly padded glove. 2. Remove the blade bolt, curved washer, and blade from the spindle shaft (Figure 55). g014973 Figure 54 1. Opposite blade edge (in position for measuring) 2. Level surface 3. Second measured distance between blade and surface (B) A.
Leveling the Mower Deck Check to ensure that the mower deck is level any time you install the mower or when you see an uneven cut on your lawn. g000553 Figure 57 1. Blade 3. Check the mower deck for bent blades prior to leveling, and remove and replace any bent blades; refer to Checking for Bent Blades (page 43) before continuing. 2. Balancer Repeat this procedure until the blade is balanced. Level the mower deck side-to-side first; then you can adjust the front-to-rear slope.
Leveling the Mower Deck Checking 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. 1. 2. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the parking brake. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3.
g028276 Figure 63 1. Link pin 3. Hairpin cotter 2. Washer g024313 Figure 62 1. Deck-lift arm 2. Chain 6. Lift up the mower deck to relieve tension from the mower deck. 7. Remove the chains from the hooks on the deck-lift arms (Figure 64). 3. Hook 4. Adjustment bolt 6. Ensure that there is tension on all 4 chains (Figure 62). 7. Tighten the 4 adjustment bolts (Figure 62). 8. Ensure that the blocks fit snugly under the deck skirt and that all bolts are tight. 9.
Installing the Mower Deck 1. 2. Replacing the Grass Deflector Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the parking brake. Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the grass deflector for damage. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and disconnect the spark-plug wires from the spark plugs. 3. Slide the mower under the machine. 4. Lower the height-of-cut lever to the lowest position. 5.
5. 6. Cleaning Position the spring on the rod as shown in Figure 66 so that the shorter spring end comes from under the rod before the bend and going over the rod as it returns from the bend. Washing the Underside of the Mower Lift the loop end of the spring and place it into the notch on the deflector bracket (Figure 66). 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.
Storage 5. Sit on the seat and start the engine. 6. Engage the blade-control switch and let the mower run for 1 to 3 minutes. 7. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), shut off the engine, remove the key from the key switch, and wait for all moving parts to stop. 8. Storage Safety • Let the engine cool before storing the machine. • Do not store the machine or fuel near flames or Turn the water off and remove the coupling from the washout fitting. drain the fuel indoors.
Storing the Battery use an alcohol-based stabilizer (ethanol or methanol). B. C. Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system for 5 minutes. Fully charge the battery. 2. Let the battery rest for 24 hours, then check the battery voltage. Shut off the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel tank. D. Start the engine and run it until it shuts off. E. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle the fuel according to local codes. Note: If the battery voltage is below 12.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause The fuel tank is showing signs of collapsing or the machine is frequently showing signs of running out of fuel. 1. The air-cleaner paper element clogged. The engine overheats. 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.
Problem The machine does not drive. The machine vibrates abnormally. The cutting height is uneven. The blades do not rotate. Possible Cause Corrective Action 1. The bypass valves are open. 1. Close the tow valves. 2. The traction belts are worn, loose, or broken. 3. The traction belts are off the pulleys. 4. The transmission has failed. 2. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 1. The cutting blade(s) is/are bent or unbalanced. 1. Install new cutting blade(s). 2. The blade mounting bolt is loose.
Schematics g289095 Electrical Diagram (Rev.
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