Model no. 74851-serial no. 314000001 and up
model no. 74852-serial no. 314000001 and up
model no. 74853-serial no. 314000001 and up
model no. 74855-serial no. 314000001 and up
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6000 Zero-Turn-Radius Riding Mower Model No. 74851—Serial No. 314000001 and Up Model No. 74852—Serial No. 314000001 and Up Model No. 74853—Serial No. 314000001 and Up Model No. 74855—Serial No. 314000001 and Up g024406 *3381-550* C Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. WARNING You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register CALIFORNIA your product.
Safety Inspecting the Belts ..........43 Replacing the Mower Belt ........43 Removing the Mower..........44 Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can Installing the Mower Deck........45 result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with Replacing the Grass Deflector ........46 these safety instructions and always pay attention to the safety Cleaning ..............47 alert symbol, which means CAUTION, WARNING, or...
Operation • Be certain that the seat belt can be released quickly in the event of an emergency. • Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If lightning is seen or thunder is heard in the area, do not operate •...
Both front and rear straps should be directed down and outward from the machine. Toro Riding Mower Safety The following list contains safety information specific to Toro products or other safety information that you must know that may not be included in the ANSI standards.
Slope Indicator G011841 Figure 3 This page may be copied for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can safely operate the machine on is 15 degrees. Use the slope chart to determine the degree of slope of hills before operating. Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 15 degrees. Fold along the appropriate line to match the recommended slope.
Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. 114-1606 1. Entanglement hazard, belt—keep all guards in place. 99-8936 1.
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Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 1. 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.
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130-0731 1. Warning—thrown object 2. Cutting hazard of hand or hazard; keep the deflector foot, mower blade—keep shield in place. away from moving parts. 130-0765 1. Read the Operator's 3. Remove the key from Manual. the ignition and read the 130-6927 Operator's Manual before permorning maintenance.
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130-6996 1. Read the Operator's 4. Check the hydraulic oil Manual for information on every 25 hours maintenance. 2. Check the engine oil every 5. Check the caster wheel 8 hours tire pressure every 25 hours 3. Check the drive wheel tire 6.
Use the choke to start a cold engine. Pull the choke knob up its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or to engage it. Push down on the choke knob to disengage it. Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. Blade Control Switch (Power Take-Off)
Using the Rollover Protection Operation System (ROPS) Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. WARNING To avoid injury or death from rollover: keep the roll Think Safety First bar installed and use the seat belt. Please carefully read all of the safety instructions and decals in the safety section.
Adding Fuel DANGER • For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than 30 days In certain conditions during fueling, static old), unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or electricity can be released causing a spark which higher ((R+M)/2 rating method). can ignite the gasoline vapors.
Fuel Gauge Use the fuel window below the operator to verify the level of gasoline before filling the tank (Figure 7). G020318 Figure 7 1. Fuel gauge window G020304 Figure 8 Filling the Fuel Tank Make sure the engine is shut off and the motion controls are 3.
Operating the Parking Brake 1. Pull up on the choke knob to engage the choke before using the ignition switch (Figure 12). Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or 2. Push down on the choke to disengage the choke after leave it unattended.
Starting and Stopping the the Choke control and let the engine run for a few seconds. Then push down the Choke control. Repeat Engine as required. Note: If the fuel system was depleted of fuel—add Starting the Engine fuel to the machine and use additional starting cycles when starting the engine.
Engaging the Blade Control Switch The Safety Interlock System (PTO) WARNING To engage the mower blades perform the following: If safety interlock switches are disconnected or 1. Set the throttle to the position at Fast position; refer to damaged the machine could operate unexpectedly Operating the Throttle (page 17).
Driving Forward or Backward 3. To go forward, slowly push the motion control levers forward (Figure 19). The throttle 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 full throttle position when mowing.
Stopping the Machine Adjusting the Height-of-Cut The machine is equipped with a foot pedal deck lift system. To stop the machine, move the traction control levers to neutral and move to locked position, disengage the blade The operator can use the foot pedal to lift the deck briefly to avoid obstacles or lock the deck in the highest height-of-cut control switch (PTO), and turn the ignition key to off.
Adjusting the Anti-Scalp 4. Push on the deck lift pedal with your foot and pull the handle rearward to disengage the transport lock Rollers (Figure 21). 5. Lower the deck slowly until the lever makes contact Whenever you change the height-of-cut, it is recommended with the pin.
Positioning the Seat Adjusting the Tilt The motion control levers can be tilted forward or backward The seat can move forward and backward. Position the seat for maximum operator comfort. where you have the best control of the machine and are most comfortable.
Pushing the Machine by Hand Using the Side Discharge Important: Towing the machine will damage the The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses drivetrain of the machine. clippings to the side and down toward the turf. Always push the machine by hand. DANGER To Push the Machine Without a grass deflector, discharge cover, or...
File down any nicks and sharpen the it is late fall when grass grows more slowly. blades as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. Mowing Direction Alternate mowing direction to keep the grass standing straight.
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 8 hours • Change the hydraulic system filter and oil. After the first 50 hours • Check the safety interlock system. • Check the engine oil level. •...
Figure 27 Located on the seat pan underside 1. Read the Operator's Manual for information on maintenance. 4. Check the hydraulic oil every 25 hours 2. Check the engine oil every 8 hours 5. Check the caster wheel tire pressure every 25 hours 3.
Engine Maintenance WARNING Contact with hot surfaces may cause personal injury. Keep hands, feet, face, clothing and other body parts away the muffler and other hot surfaces. Servicing the Air Cleaner Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently (every few hours) if operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
Cleaning the Element Important: Do not overfill the crankcase with oil because damage to the engine may result. Do not run Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Service the paper engine with oil below the low mark because the engine element. (more often in dusty, dirty may be damaged.
Changing the Engine Oil 4. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil into the filler tube and slowly add the additional oil to Service Interval: After the first 8 hours—Change the engine bring it to the Full mark (Figure 33). oil.
Changing the Engine Oil Filter Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 200 hours—Change the oil filter. Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Check the spark plug(s). (more often in dusty, dirty conditions) Make sure the air gap between the center and side electrodes Note: Change the engine oil filter more frequently when is correct before installing the spark plug.
Installing the Spark Plug Fuel System Tighten the spark plug(s) to 22 N-m (16 ft-lb). Maintenance DANGER 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.
G008963 Figure 39 1. Fuel filter 3. Fuel line 2. Hose clamp g020178 Figure 40 6. Remove the filter from the fuel lines. 1. Emissions filter 2. Emissions canister 7. Install a new filter with the flow direction arrow coming from the fuel tank and pointing to the engine.
Electrical System 1. Disengage the blade control switch (PTO), move the motion control levers to the neutral lock position, and Maintenance set the parking brake. 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Servicing the Battery 3.
Charging the Battery WARNING Charging the battery produces gasses that can explode. Never smoke near the battery, and keep sparks and flames away from battery. Important: Always keep the battery fully charged. This is especially important to prevent battery damage when the temperature is below 32°F (0°C).
Drive System Hydraulic System Maintenance Maintenance Hydraulic System Oil Specification Checking the Tire Pressure Oil Type: 20w-50 engine oil. Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check tire pressure. System Capacity: approximately 4.495 liter (152 oz) with a filter change. Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified.
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Removing Hydraulic System Filters 1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and allow engine to cool. 2. Remove the key and engage the parking brake. 3. Locate the filter and guards on each transaxle drive system (Figure 47). G010254 Figure 47 Right side shown...
Installing the Hydraulic System Filters Service Interval: After the first 50 hours Every 400 hours 1. Apply a thin coat of oil on the surface of the rubber seal of each filter (Figure 48). 2. Turn the filter clockwise until rubber seal contacts the filter adapter then tighten the filter an additional 3/4 to 1 full turn (Figure 48).
File down any nicks and sharpen the blades as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. For Checking for Bent Blades convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to keep extra blades on hand.
3. Opposing side of blade being moved into measurement mm (1/8 inch), the blade spindle could be bent. position Contact an Authorized Toro Dealer for service. B. If the variance is within constraints, move to step 5. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface here.
B. Repeat this procedure until the blade is balanced. Figure 57 1. Blade 2. Balancer Installing the Blades 1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Figure 55). Important: The curved part of the blade must point upward toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting.
Note: If both measurements are not within 5 mm (3/16 inch), an adjustment is required; continue to the Leveling procedure. Figure 59 1. Blades front to rear 3. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface here Figure 58 2.
Check the belts for squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks and 6. Using a spring removal tool (Toro part no. 92-5771), cracks are signs of a worn mower belt. Replace the mower remove the idler spring from the deck post to remove belt if any of these conditions is evident.
2. Using a spring removal tool (Toro part no. 92-5771), install the idler spring over the deck post and place Preparing to Remove the Mower Deck tension on the idler pulley and mower belt (Figure 63).
Removing the Mower Deck Installing the Mower Deck 1. Remove the hair pin cotter and washer securing the 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the long, link pin to the frame and deck; remove the link blade control switch.
Replacing the Grass Deflector the shorter spring end is coming from under the rod before the bend and going over the rod as it returns Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the grass from the bend. deflector for damage 5.
Cleaning 5. Sit on the seat and start the engine. Engage the blade control switch and let the mower run for 1 to 3 minutes. 6. Disengage the blade control switch, stop the engine, Washing the Underside of the and remove the ignition key. Wait for all moving parts Mower to stop.
Storage C. Stop the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel tank. D. Restart the engine and run it until it stops. Cleaning and Storage E. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle the fuel 1. Disengage the blade control switch (PTO), set the according to local codes.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The starter does not crank. 1. The blade control switch (PTO) is 1. Move the blade control switch (PTO) engaged. to disengaged. 2. The parking brake is not on. 2. Set the parking brake. 3.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The machine does not drive. 1. The by pass valves are not closed tight. 1. Tighten the by pass valves. 2. The pump belt is worn, loose or broken. 2. Change the belt. 3. The pump belt is off a pulley. 3.
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Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company. Australian Consumer Law: Australian customers will find details relating to the Australian Consumer Law either inside the box or at your local Toro Dealer.