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Original Instructions (EN)
TimeCutter
MX 3450 Riding Mower
Model No. 74705—Serial No. 404314000 and Up
Model No. 74710—Serial No. 404314200 and Up
Model No. 74710TA—Serial No. 400000000 and Up
Model No. 74711—Serial No. 404314200 and Up
Model No. 74750—Serial No. 404314000 and Up
Form No. 3424-957 Rev B
®
SS 3225, SS 4200, or
*3424-957* B
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- Page 1 Model No. 74705—Serial No. 404314000 and Up Model No. 74710—Serial No. 404314200 and Up Model No. 74710TA—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Model No. 74711—Serial No. 404314200 and Up Model No. 74750—Serial No. 404314000 and Up *3424-957* B Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
- Page 2 J1349). Important: If you are using a machine with a Toro engine above 1500 m (5,000 ft) for a continuous period, ensure that the High Altitude Kit has been installed so that the engine meets CARB/EPA emission regulations.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Pre-Start ............14 details, or to register your product, use the QR Fuel Safety ............15 code or visit www.Toro.com. You may also call us Adding Fuel ............16 at 1-888-384-9939 to request a written copy of the Performing Daily Maintenance......16 product warranty. -
Page 4: Safety
Safety Drive System Maintenance ........40 Checking the Tire Pressure....... 40 Releasing the Electric Brake ......41 The following instructions are from ANSI standard Belt Maintenance ..........41 B71.1-2017. Inspecting the Belts .......... 41 Replacing the Mower Belt ......... 41 Mower Maintenance.......... -
Page 5: General Safety
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. -
Page 6: Slope Indicator
Slope Indicator g011841 Figure 4 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. -
Page 7: Safety And Instructional Decals
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. decalbatterysymbols Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery. 1. - Page 8 decal119-8815 119-8815 1. Parking position 4. Neutral 2. Fast 5. Reverse 3. Slow decal119-8871 119-8871 5. 3 inches 1. Height of cut 2. 4-1/2 inches 6. 2-1/2 inches 3. 4 inches 7. 2 inches 4. 3-1/2 inches 8. 1-1/2 inches decal121-0771 121-0771 1.
- Page 9 decal121-2989b 121-2989 1. Bypass lever position for 2. Bypass lever position for pushing the machine operating the machine decal131-3947 131-3947 1. Trim—slow 3. Mow—fast 2. Tow—medium...
- Page 10 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 those conditions on that day and at that site.
- Page 11 decal132-0872 132-0872 1. Thrown object 3. Severing hazard of hand hazard—keep bystanders or foot—keep away from away from the machine. moving parts. 2. Thrown object hazard, 4. Entanglement raised baffle—do not hazard—keep away operate the machine with from moving parts; keep an open deck;...
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Page 12: Product Overview
Product Overview g020240 Figure 5 1. Footrest 5. Control panel 9. Deflector 13. Front caster wheels 2. Height-of-cut lever 6. Operator seat 10. Engine 3. Motion-control lever 7. Rear drive wheel 11. Washout fitting 4. Smart Speed lever 8. Fuel-tank cap 12. - Page 13 Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro The Smart Speed™ Control-System lever, located distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all below the operating position, gives you a choice to approved attachments and accessories.
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Page 14: Before Operation
Only use accessories and Refer to the Maintenance section and perform all the attachments approved by Toro. necessary inspection and maintenance steps. • Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all rocks, toys, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects. -
Page 15: Fuel Safety
Fuel Safety DANGER In certain conditions during fueling, static Use extreme care when handling fuel. electricity can be released causing a spark which can ignite gasoline vapors. A fire or DANGER explosion from gasoline can burn you and In certain conditions gasoline is extremely others and cause property damage. -
Page 16: Adding Fuel
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. -
Page 17: Positioning The Seat
Understanding the Positioning the Seat Safety-Interlock System The seat can move forward and backward. Position the seat where you have the best control of the The safety-interlock system is designed to prevent the machine and are most comfortable (Figure engine from starting unless: •... -
Page 18: Adjusting The Motion-Control Levers
Adjusting the During Operation Motion-Control Levers During Operation Safety Adjusting the Height General Safety You can adjust the motion-control levers higher or The operator must use their full attention when lower for maximum comfort (Figure 10). operating the machine. Do Not engage in any activity that causes distractions;... - Page 19 • Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake – Whenever you leave the mower. Do Not leave is engaged before starting engine. a running machine unattended. • Start the engine carefully according to instructions • Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop: with feet well away from the blades.
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Page 20: Operating The Mower Blade-Control Switch (Pto)
Operating the Mower distance (twice the width of the machine) between the machine and any hazard. Use a walk behind Blade-Control Switch (PTO) machine or a hand trimmer to mow the grass in these areas. The blade-control switch (PTO) starts and stops the mower blades and any powered attachments. -
Page 21: Operating The Throttle
Operating the Throttle Starting the Engine You can move the throttle control between F Important: Do not engage the starter for more positions (Figure 15). than 5 seconds at a time. Engaging the starter motor for more than 5 seconds can damage the Always use the F position when engaging the PTO. -
Page 22: Using The Motion-Control Levers
Turn the key to the O position and remove The throttle control regulates the engine speed as the key. measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle control in the F position for best performance. Always operate in the full throttle CAUTION position when mowing. - Page 23 Suggested Trim uses: Parking Heavy, wet grass Training Trimming grass Bagging Mulching Towing attachments Normal mowing Moving the machine g008953 Trim Figure 19 This is the lowest speed. The suggested uses for this speed are as follows: • Parking Using the Smart Speed Control •...
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Page 24: Using The Side Discharge
Using the Side Discharge Adjusting the Height of Cut Note: The mower has a hinged grass deflector that The transport position is the highest disperses clippings to the side and down toward the height-of-cut position or cutting height at 115 mm turf. -
Page 25: Adjusting The Anti-Scalp Rollers
Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Operating Tips Rollers Using the Fast Throttle Setting For Machine with 107 cm (42-inch) For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate Mower Decks Only the engine at the F position. Air is required to thoroughly cut grass clippings, so do not set the Whenever you change the height of cut, adjust the height-of-cut so low as to totally surround the mower height of the anti-scalp rollers. -
Page 26: After Operation
Tighten sharpen the blades as necessary. If a blade is loose hardware. damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. Transporting Transporting the Machine Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. - Page 27 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. •...
- Page 28 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.
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Page 29: Pushing The Machine By Hand
Pushing the Machine by brake manually if necessary; refer to Releasing the Electric Brake (page 41). Hand Operating the Machine Important: Always push the machine by hand. Do not tow the machine, because towing may Move the bypass levers rearward through the keyhole damage it. -
Page 30: Maintenance
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil and filter. After the first 5 hours • Check the safety-interlock system. •... -
Page 31: Pre-Maintenance Procedures
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. -
Page 32: Lubrication
Lubrication Engine Maintenance Greasing the Bearings Engine Safety • Shut off the engine before checking the oil or Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease all the adding oil to the crankcase. lubrication points. • Keep your hands, feet, face, clothing, and other Grease Type: No. - Page 33 Install the foam filter onto the paper filter (Figure 30). Install the foam and paper filter onto the air-cleaner housing. Install the air-cleaner cover, and tighten the 2 knobs (Figure 29). g233265 Figure 30 1. Foam element 2. Paper element Separate the foam and paper elements.
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Page 34: Servicing The Engine Oil
Servicing the Engine Oil Engine-Oil Specifications Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG, SH, SJ, or higher) Crankcase Capacity: 1.4 L (47 fl oz) with oil filter Viscosity: See the table below. g029683 Figure 31 Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily Note: Check the oil when the engine is cold. - Page 35 g027477 Figure 34 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 35). g029369 Figure 33 Change the engine-oil filter (Figure 34). Note: Ensure the oil-filter gasket touches the engine, and then turn the filter an extra 3/4 turn.
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Page 36: Servicing The Spark Plug
g027478 Figure 36 Checking the Spark Plug 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 cracks. If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. -
Page 37: Cleaning The Blower Housing
Cleaning the Blower Fuel System Housing Maintenance Service Interval: Every 100 hours/Yearly (whichever DANGER comes first) In certain conditions, fuel is extremely To ensure proper cooling, ensure that the grass flammable and highly explosive. A fire or screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the explosion from fuel can burn you and others engine are kept clean at all times. -
Page 38: Electrical System Maintenance
Electrical System Maintenance Electrical System Safety • Disconnect the battery before repairing the g027506 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. - Page 39 Charge the battery for a minimum of 1 hour at WARNING 6 to 10 A. Incorrectly removing the cables from Note: Do not overcharge the battery. battery could damage the machine and cables, causing sparks. Sparks can When the battery is fully charged, unplug cause the battery gasses to explode, the charger from the electrical outlet, then resulting in personal injury.
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Page 40: Servicing The Fuses
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. Checking the Tire Pressure Fuse type: • Main—F1 (30 A, blade-type) Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check tire pressure. -
Page 41: Releasing The Electric Brake
Figure 45 Mower deck with 2 blades 1. Cover 2. Screw Using a spring-removal tool (Toro Part No. 92-5771), remove the idler spring from the deck hook to remove tension on the idler pulley, and roll the belt off the pulleys... - Page 42 Route the new belt around the engine pulley and mower pulleys (Figure 46 Figure 47). Using a spring-removal tool (Toro Part No. 92-5771), install the idler spring over the deck hook and place tension on the idler pulley and the mower belt (Figure 46 Figure 47).
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Page 43: Mower Maintenance
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. - Page 44 For best performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat Replacement blades made by other manufacturers...
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Page 45: Leveling The Mower Deck
Check the balance of the blade by putting it on a blade balancer (Figure 56). Note: If the blade stays in a horizontal position, the blade is balanced and can be used. Note: If the blade is not balanced, file some metal off the end of the sail area only (Figure 55). - Page 46 Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait Loosen the side locking nut. for all moving parts to stop before leaving the Raise or lower the left side of the mower deck operating position. by rotating the rear locking nut (Figure 59).
- Page 47 Carefully rotate the blade(s) so they are facing front to rear (Figure 60 Figure 61). g014634 Figure 62 g014631 Figure 60 1. Adjusting rod 3. Locknut Mower Decks with 1 Blade 2. Adjusting block 1. Blade front to rear 2. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface here. To raise the front of the mower, tighten the adjustment nut.
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Page 48: Removing The Mower Deck
Removing the Mower Deck 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. Lower the height-of-cut lever to the lowest position. -
Page 49: Replacing The Grass Deflector
Replacing the Grass Deflector Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the grass deflector for damage. 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 without the grass deflector, the discharge cover, or the grass-collection system in place. -
Page 50: Cleaning
Cleaning Turn the water off and remove the coupling from the washout fitting. Note: If the mower is not clean after 1 washing, Washing the Underside of soak it and let it stand for 30 minutes. Then the Mower Deck repeat the process. -
Page 51: Storage
Storage the stabilizer manufacturer. Do not use an alcohol-based stabilizer (ethanol or methanol). Storage Safety Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh fuel and • Let the engine cool before storing the machine. used at all times. •... -
Page 52: Storing The Battery
Storing the Battery Fully charge the battery. Let the battery rest for 24 hours, then check the battery voltage. Note: If the battery voltage is below 12.6 V, repeat steps and 2. Disconnect the cables from the battery. Check the voltage periodically to ensure that the voltage is 12.4 V or higher. -
Page 53: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The fuel tank is showing signs of collapsing 1. The air-cleaner paper element clogged. 1. Clean the paper element. or the machine is frequently showing signs of running out of fuel. The engine overheats. 1. - Page 54 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The machine does not drive. 1. The bypass valves are open. 1. Close the tow valves. 2. The traction belts are worn, loose, or 2. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer. broken. 3. The traction belts are off the pulleys. 3.
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Page 55: Schematics
Schematics g036806 Electrical Schematic (Rev. A) - Page 56 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.