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Model No. 74470—Serial No. 404315000 and Up Model No. 74471—Serial No. 404315000 and Up Model No. 74472—Serial No. 404315000 and Up Model No. 78450—Serial No. 404315000 and Up Model No. 78472—Serial No. 404315000 and Up *3426-574* B Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
Use of this product may cause exposure Important: If you are using a machine with a Toro to chemicals known to the State of engine above 1500 m (5,000 ft) for a continuous California to cause cancer, birth defects, period, ensure that the High Altitude Kit has been or other reproductive harm.
Servicing a Kawasaki ® Engine ......45 Important calls attention to special mechanical Servicing a Kohler ® Engine....... 50 information and Note emphasizes general information Servicing a Toro Engine ........54 worthy of special attention. Cleaning the Blower Housing......59...
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Cleaning the Cooling System......59 Checking the Spark Arrester ......60 Replacing the Emissions-Air Intake Filter.............. 60 Fuel System Maintenance ........60 Replacing the Fuel Filter ........60 Servicing the Fuel Tank........61 Electrical System Maintenance ......61 Electrical System Safety ........61 Servicing the Battery.........
General 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.
Slope Indicator g011841 Figure 6 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.
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 decal106-5517 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original 106-5517 machine manufacturer.
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decal109-6014 decal112-3858 109-6014 112-3858 1500 and 2000 Series Side Discharge Machines Only 1. Read the Operator's 3. Remove the key before Manual. adjusting the height of cut. 2. Read the instructions 4. Height-of-cut settings. before servicing or performing maintenance. decal112-9028 112-9028 decal109-6035 109-6035...
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decal116-5610 116-5610 1. Hour meter 4. Neutral 2. Power takeoff (PTO) 5. Operator-presence switch decal117-1194 117-1194 3. Parking brake 6. Battery 1500 and 2000 Series Side-Discharge Machines Only 1. Engine decal133-8062 133-8062 decal116-8588 116-8588 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. 2. Rotate the drive release knob to loosen, slide the knob, and tighten.
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decal126-0768 126-0768 decal126-4784 126-4784 1. Height of cut decal126-4363 126-4363 1. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, fan and entanglement hazard, belt. Shut off the engine and remove the key before adjusting, servicing or cleaning the machine. decal126-6599 126-6599 Rear Discharge Machines Only 1. Thrown objects 2.
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2. Fill to the bottom of the Manual. filler neck; warning—do not overfill the tank. decal131-1097 131-1097 Toro Engines Only 1. Oil drain decal127-0326 127-0326 2500 Series Side Discharge Machines Only 3. Remove the key and 1. Read the Operator's Manual.
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decalptosymbols PTO Switch Symbols 1. PTO–disengage 2. PTO–engage decaltransportlock decal136-8992 Transport Lock 136-8992 1. Height of cut 2. Pull up to unlock the Machines with MyRide Only transport lock. 1. Fuel—full 3. Fuel—empty 2. Fuel—50% decal136-9024 136-9024 1. Read the Operator’s 4.
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decalmotioncntrlrh-126-6183 Right Motion Control 1. Machine speed 4. Neutral 2. Fast 5. Reverse 3. Slow decal126-8151 126-8151 1. Read the instructions before servicing or performing 4. Refer to the Operator's Manual for grease instructions. maintenance on the machine. 2. Time interval 5.
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decal126-8383 126-8383 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.
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decal132-0871 132-0871 Machines with MyRide Only 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 those conditions on that day and at that site.
Key Switch Product Overview The key switch, used to start and shut off the engine, has 3 positions: O , and S . Refer to TART Starting the Engine (page 30). Choke Control Use the choke control to start a cold engine. Throttle Control The throttle controls the engine speed, and it has a continuous-variable setting from the S...
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Battery-Indicator Light If you turn the key switch to the O position for a few seconds, the battery voltage displays in the area where the hours are normally displayed. The battery light turns on when the key switch is turned on and when the charge is below the correct operating level (Figure Motion-Control Levers...
459 kg (1,012 lb) Attachments/Accessories A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories.
Only use accessories and trailer. attachments approved by Toro. • • Do Not fill the fuel tank completely full. Inspect the area where the equipment is to be...
To help prevent fires: DANGER • Keep engine and engine area free from In certain conditions during fueling, static accumulation of grass, leaves, excessive grease electricity can be released causing a spark or oil, and other debris which can accumulate in which can ignite gasoline vapors.
Breaking in a New Machine the chance of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel stabilizer at all times. New engines take time to develop full power. Mower decks and drive systems have higher friction when Filling the Fuel Tank new, placing additional load on the engine.
Using the Safety-Interlock System 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.
Positioning the Seat Test the safety-interlock system before you use the machine each time. If the safety system does not operate as described below, have an Authorized The seat can move forward and backward (Figure 13). Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately. Position the seat where you have the best control of the machine and are most comfortable.
Adjusting the Rear-Shock Assemblies Machines with MyRide™ Suspension System Only 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 g227752 the suspension system. Position the suspension system where you are most comfortable.
Accessories Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless deadly poison that can Use only Toro approved attachments and accessories. kill you. If you add more than 1 accessory-mount kit (i.e., Do Not run engine indoors or in a small...
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– Be alert and turn the machine off if children WARNING enter the area. Hands, feet, hair, clothing, or accessories – Before and while backing or changing direction, can become entangled in rotating parts. look behind, down, and side-to-side for small Contact with the rotating parts can children.
Remove or mark obstacles such as ditches, holes, • Any accessories, alterations, or attachments ruts, bumps, rocks or other hidden hazards. Tall added to the ROPS must be approved by Toro. grass can hide obstacles. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. •...
Disengaging the Parking Brake g029797 Figure 19 1. Step here. Operating the Parking g192635 Figure 21 Brake Always engage the parking brake when you stop the Operating the Mower machine or leave it unattended. Blade-Control Switch (PTO) Engaging the Parking Brake The blade-control switch (PTO) starts and stops the Park the machine on a level surface.
Disengaging the Blade-Control Operating the Choke Switch (PTO) Use the choke to start a cold engine. Pull up the choke knob to engage the choke before using the key switch (Figure 25). Push down the choke knob to disengage the choke after the engine has started (Figure 25).
Starting the Engine Shutting Off the Engine Note: Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking. Refer to Figure 45 to determine which engine you have. Important: Do not engage the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. Engaging the starter CAUTION motor for more than 5 seconds can damage the starter motor.
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Shutting Off Kohler Engines Shutting Off Toro Engines Note: Let the engine idle at mid-throttle for 60 seconds Ensure the throttle is in the F position before turning the switch off. before shutting off the engine. g037049 g231028 Figure 29...
Using the Motion-Control WARNING Levers The machine can spin very rapidly. You may lose control of the machine and cause personal injury or damage to the machine. • Use caution when making turns. • Slow the machine down before making sharp turns.
Using the Side Discharge The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf. DANGER Without a grass deflector, discharge cover, or a complete grass-catcher assembly mounted in place, you and others are exposed to blade contact and thrown debris.
Select a hole in the height-of-cut bracket corresponding to the height-of-cut desired, and insert the pin (Figure 34). Push on the deck lift, pull up on the transport lock knob, and slowly lower the mower deck. g036745 Figure 34 1. Deck-lift pedal 3.
Adjusting the Side Bumpers Rear-Discharge Machines Only Install the side bumpers in the top holes when operating in a height of cut higher than 64 mm (2-1/2 inches) and in the center holes when operating in a height of cut lower than 64 mm (2-1/2 inches). Note: When the bumpers become worn, switch the bumpers to the opposite sides of the mower and flip...
It is best to cut only about a third of the grass blade. genuine Toro replacement blade. Cutting more than that is not recommended unless grass is sparse, or it is late fall when grass grows After Operation more slowly.
Using the Fuel-Shutoff WARNING Valve The engine and hydraulic-drive units can become very hot. Touching a hot engine or Close the fuel-shutoff valve for transport, maintenance, hydraulic-drive units can cause severe burns. and storage (Figure 38). Allow the engine and hydraulic-drive units Ensure that the fuel-shutoff valve is open when to cool completely before accessing the starting the engine.
To run the machine, move the bypass knobs to the F position and lock them into place ORWARD (Figure 39). Transporting the Machine Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Use a full-width ramp. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all the necessary brakes, lighting, and marking as required by law.
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If using a trailer, connect it to the towing vehicle and connect the safety chains. If applicable, connect the trailer brakes and lights. Lower the ramp, ensuring that the angle between the ramp and the ground does not exceed 15 degrees (Figure 40).
Unauthorized WARNING modifications to the original equipment or failure to use original Toro parts could lead While maintenance or adjustments are being to serious injury or death. Unauthorized made, someone could start the engine.
• For Kohler engines—service or replace the air-cleaner foam element (more often under dusty, dirty conditions). • For Toro engines with a standard air cleaner—clean the air-cleaner foam element Every 25 hours or monthly, (more often in dirty or dusty conditions).
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• For Toro engines with a standard air cleaner—replace the air-cleaner foam and paper elements (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). • For Toro engines—change the engine oil and oil filter (more often in dirty or dusty Every 100 hours or yearly, conditions).
Lubrication Greasing the Caster-Wheel Hubs Greasing the Machine 2500 Series Machines Only Service Interval: Every 25 hours—For 1500 and Service Interval: Yearly—For 2500 Series 2000 Series machines—Grease the machines—Grease the front caster axles (more often in caster-wheel hubs. dirty or dusty conditions). Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Every 50 hours—For 2500 Series the blade-control switch, and engage the parking...
Use the following graphic to identify the engine you have and proceed to the section listed below for service (Figure 45). g231391 Figure 45 1. Kawasaki engine 3. Toro engine with standard air cleaner 2. Kohler engine 4. Toro engine with heavy-duty air cleaner • For Kawasaki engine maintenance, refer to Servicing a Kawasaki ®...
Servicing a Kawasaki ® Engine This section is only for machines with Kawasaki engines. If your engine looks like the one shown in Figure 46, you have a Kawasaki engine. Important: Refer to your engine owner’s manual for additional maintenance procedures. g001883 Figure 47 1.
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Servicing the Engine Oil Carefully slide the primary filter over the safety filter (Figure 47). Service Interval: Before each use or daily Note: Ensure that the primary filter is fully Every 100 hours (more often in dirty or dusty seated by pushing on the outer rim while conditions).
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To keep dirt, grass clippings, etc., out of the Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO) and engine, clean the area around the oil-fill cap and engage the parking brake. dipstick before removing it (Figure 49). Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
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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 51). g036856 g235264 Figure 51 Start the engine and drive to a flat area. Check the oil level again.
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Servicing the Spark Plug(s) 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.
Servicing a Kohler ® Engine Removing the Elements Rotate the latches outward. This section is only for machines with Kohler engines. Remove the cover to access the air-cleaner If your engine looks like the one shown in Figure elements (Figure 57).
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Servicing the Paper Element Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the Gently tap the paper element to dislodge dirt. parking brake. Note: Do not wash the paper element or use Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait pressurized air, as this will damage the element.
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g027934 Figure 61 Torque the plug to 14 N·m (125 in-lb). g028127 Figure 62 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 63).
Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 200 hours—For Kohler engines—check the spark plug(s). Every 500 hours—For Kohler engines—replace the spark plug(s). The spark plug is RFI compliant; you can also use an equivalent plug. Type: Champion XC12YC Air Gap: 0.76 mm (0.03 inch) Removing the Spark Plug(s) Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the...
Servicing a Toro Engine This section is only for machines with Toro engines. If your engine looks like 1 of the 2 engines shown in Figure 67, you have a Toro engine. g206628 Figure 65 Installing the Spark Plug(s) g231404 Figure 67 1.
Servicing the Air Cleaner Engines with a Heavy-Duty Air Cleaner Servicing the Foam Element Service Interval: Every 250 hours—For Toro Wash the foam element in liquid soap and engines with a heavy-duty air warm water. When the element is clean, rinse cleaner—replace the air filter (more...
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Servicing the Engine Oil the air-cleaner cover off the air-cleaner body (Figure 72). Service Interval: Before each use or daily—For Toro engines—check the engine-oil level. After the first 5 hours/After the first month (whichever comes first)—For Toro engines—change the engine oil and filter.
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Note: Ensure that the engine is cool so that the oil has had time to drain into the sump. To keep dirt, grass clippings, etc., out of the engine, clean the area around the oil-fill cap and dipstick before removing it (Figure 49).
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Every 200 hours/Every 2 years (whichever Figure 75 comes first)—For Toro engines—replace the spark plug(s). Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified Ensure that the air gap between the center and side oil into the filler tube and slowly add the electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug.
Installing the Spark Plug(s) g036857 g027478 Figure 77 g027960 Checking the Spark Plug(s) Figure 79 Important: Do not clean the spark plug(s). Always replace the spark plug(s) when it has a black coating, worn electrodes, an oily film, or Cleaning the Blower cracks.
Fuel System To prevent debris entering the air intake, install the air filter to the filter base. Maintenance Clean debris and grass from the parts. Remove the air filter and install the engine shroud. DANGER Install the air filter. In certain conditions, fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive.
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 area, away from sparks and flames.
Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait Install the battery in the machine and connect for all moving parts to stop before leaving the the battery cables; refer to Installing the Battery operating position. (page 63). Remove the battery as shown in Figure Note: Do not run the machine with the battery...
Installing the Battery Servicing the Fuses Position the battery in the tray with the terminal The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires posts opposite from the hydraulic tank (Figure no maintenance; however, if a fuse blows check the 81).
Drive System Maintenance Checking the Seat Belt Service Interval: Before each use or daily Inspect the seat belt for wear, cuts, and proper operation of the retractor and buckle. Replace the seat belt if it is damaged. Checking the Roll-Bar Knobs Service Interval: Before each use or daily WARNING...
Adjusting the Tracking Checking the Tire Pressure Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO). Service Interval: Every 50 hours/Monthly (whichever comes first) Drive to an open, flat area and move the motion-control levers to the N EUTRAL LOCK Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires position.
Brake Maintenance Cooling System Maintenance Adjusting the Parking Brake Cleaning the Engine Screen Service Interval: Every 500 hours Service Interval: Before each use or daily Note: Perform this procedure whenever you remove Before each use or daily or replace a brake component. Before each use remove any buildup of grass, dirt, or Park the machine on a level surface, disengage other debris from the engine screen, engine exhaust,...
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Rotate the brake-linkage shaft until the end aligns with the hole in the lever. • Shorten the linkage by turning it clockwise. • Lengthen the linkage by turning it counterclockwise. Insert the brake-linkage shaft into the parking-brake hole and secure with the cotter pin.
Remove the spring tension from the spring-loaded idler pulley. Refer to Figure 93 Figure Note: For 1500 and 2000 Series mower decks, use the spring removal tool (Toro Part No. 92-5771) to remove the spring from the mower-deck post (Figure 93). g028279...
Replacing the Mower Belt for Rear-Discharge Mower Decks Replacing the Counter-Rotating Belt 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.
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Using the ratchet in the square hole, remove the Rotate and ensure the belt-guide tab hits against tension on the spring, and guide the new belt the pivot hub (Figure 99). around the idler pulley (Figure 96). Using the ratchet in the square hole, install the belt around the spring-loaded idler pulley (Figure Replacing the Mower Belt...
Replacing the Hydraulic Pump-Drive Belt 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.
Adjusting the Tilt Controls System Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Maintenance the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the parking brake. Adjusting the Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the Control-Handle Position operating position.
Adjusting the Adjust the pump-control-rod lengths by rotating the nut in the appropriate direction until the Motion-Control Linkage wheels slightly creep in reverse (Figure 104). Located on either side of the machine, below the seat, are the pump-control linkages. Rotating the end nut with a 1/2-inch deep socket wrench allows fine tuning adjustments so that the machine does not move in neutral.
Hydraulic System Capacity (with filters removed): Every 500 hours—After the initial 4.45 L (150 fl oz) change—change the hydraulic-system filters and fluid when using Toro ® HYPR-OIL ™ 500 fluid. (Change it more often under dirty or Checking the Hydraulic...
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Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait Install the filter guards over each filter that you for all moving parts to stop before leaving the previously removed. operating position. Use the 3 screws to secure the filter guards. Allow the engine to cool.
Start the engine, move the throttle control ahead to the 1/2 throttle position, and disengage the parking brake. Move the bypass levers into the pushing the machine position. With the bypass valves open and the engine running, slowly move the motion-control levers in both forward and reverse 5 or 6 times.
Mower Deck Maintenance Servicing the Cutting Blades To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blades g006530 Figure 109 sharp. For convenient sharpening and replacement, keep extra blades on hand. 1. Cutting edge 3. Wear/slot forming 2. Curved area 4.
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g014973 g014973 Figure 111 Figure 113 1. Blade (in position for measuring) 1. Opposite blade edge (in position for measuring) 2. Level surface 2. Level surface 3. Measured distance between blade and the surface (A) 3. Second measured distance between blade and surface (B) Rotate the same blade 180 degrees so that If the difference between A and B is greater the opposing cutting edge is now in the same...
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Remove the right blade bolt (left-hand threaded bolt), curved washer, and blade from the spindle shaft (Figure 116). Note: Note the blade type and where each blade is installed. See Figure 116 for the correct position. g017443 Figure 114 1. Sail area of the blade 4.
Note: If the blade is not balanced, file some metal off the end of the sail area only (Figure 117). g000553 Figure 118 1. Blade 2. Balancer Repeat this procedure until the blade is balanced. Adjusting the Side-to-Side Leveling and the Blade Slope Check to ensure that the mower deck is level any time you install the mower or when you see an uneven cut...
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g037879 Figure 119 1. Blades side to side 3. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface here. 2. Blade tip Check the front-to-rear blade level (Figure 120). g035850 Ensure the front blade tip is lower than the rear Figure 121 blade tip as shown in the block height and rake Rear discharge mower deck shown...
Removing the Mower Deck Block Height and Rake Table (cont'd.) Before servicing or removing the mower deck, lock out the spring-loaded deck arms. Deck Front Block Height Rake Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Size the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the All mower 7.3 cm (2.87 inches) 4.8 to 6.4 mm (3/16 to 1/4...
Replacing the Grass position and ensure that it rotates into the full down position. Deflector Side-Discharge Machines Only WARNING An uncovered discharge opening could allow the machine to throw objects toward you or bystanders, resulting in serious injury. Also, contact with the blade could occur. Never operate the machine unless you install a mulch plate, discharge deflector, or grass collection system.
Cleaning Cleaning under the Mower Deck Service Interval: Before each use or daily 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.
Storage Prepare the machine for storage when non-use occurs over 30 days. Prepare the machine for storage as follows: Storage Safety Add a petroleum-based stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in the • Shut off the engine, remove the key, wait for all tank.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine overheats. 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce the ground speed. 2. The oil level in the crankcase is low. 2. Add oil to the crankcase. 3. The cooling fins and air passages 3.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The machine does not drive. 1. The bypass valves are not closed tight. 1. Tighten the bypass valves. 2. The pump belt is worn, loose, or 2. Change the belt. broken. 3. The pump belt is off a pulley. 3.
Schematics g018479 Wire Diagram—Toro Engines (Rev. A)
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g036151 Wire Diagram—Kohler Engines (Rev. A)
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g037072 Wire Diagram—Kawasaki Engines (Rev. A)
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While the exposure from Toro products may be negligible or well within the “no significant risk” range, out of an abundance of caution, Toro has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover, if Toro does not provide these warnings, it could be sued by the State of California or by private parties seeking to enforce Prop 65 and subject to substantial penalties.