Page 1 Form No. 3433-938 Rev A TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Published: June 2020 © 2020—The Toro® Company Original Instructions (EN) 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Contact us at www.Toro.com. Bloomington, MN 55420 All Rights Reserved...
Page 2 Revision History Revision History Page 2 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 3 The Toro Company RLC/SWS Customer Care Department 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Bloomington, MN 55420 The Toro Company reserves the right to change product specifications or make changes to this manual without notice. TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 3 Preface...
Page 4 Service Procedure Icons The following icons appear throughout this Service Manual to bring attention to specific important details of a service procedure. Critical Process This icon is used to highlight: • Installing safety equipment (shields, guards, seat belts, brakes, and R.O.P.S. components) that may have been removed •...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Preface ........................ 3 Chapter 1: Safety .................... 1–1 Safety Instructions ..................1–2 Chapter 2: Specifications and Maintenance ............ 2–1 Specifications ....................2–2 Torque Specifications ................... 2–4 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting ................3–1 General Troubleshooting ................3–3 Chapter 4: Engine ................... 4–1 General Information ..................
Page 6 Preface Page 6 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 7 Chapter 1 Safety Table of Contents Safety Instructions ..........................1–2 Think Safety First ..........................1–2 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 1–1 Safety 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 8: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions DANGER This safety symbol means danger. When you see this symbol, carefully read the instructions that follow. Failure to obey the instructions could cause serious permanent injury, disability, or death. WARNING This safety symbol means warning. When you see this symbol, carefully read the instructions that follow.
Page 9 Think Safety First (continued) Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks and flames away from the battery. Avoid injury due to inferior parts… Use only original equipment parts to ensure that important safety criteria are met. Avoid injury to bystanders…...
Page 10 Think Safety First (continued) The proper class of fire extinguisher should be used in case of fire. Class A extinguishers are for ordinary combustible materials such as paper, wood, cardboard, and most plastics. The numerical rating on these types of extinguishers indicates the amount of water it holds and the amount of fire it can extinguish.
Page 11 Chapter 2 Specifications and Maintenance Table of Contents Specifications ............................2–2 Torque Specifications ........................... 2–4 Equivalents and Conversions......................2–9 U.S. to Metric Conversions ......................2–10 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 2–1 Specifications and Maintenance 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 12: Specifications
107 cm (42 inches) 127 cm (50 inches) Deck Stamped Fabricated Construction HOC Type 3 Point HOC Range 3.81–11.43 cm (1.5-4.5 inches) Engine Toro Single Toro Twin Engine Model LC1P92F-1 (CE) LC2P77F LC2P77F(49 ST) Engine 452cc 708cc Displacement Engine RPM 2600 ±...
Page 13 Deck Size 107 cm (42 inches) 127 cm (50 inches) Deck Fabricated Construction HOC Type 3 Point HOC Range 3.81–11.43 cm (1.5-4.5 inches) Engine Toro Twin Kawasaki Twin Kohler Twin Kawasaki Twin Engine Model LC2P77F(49 ST) FR691V-_S07-R PS-KT735-3084 FR691V-AS26-R Engine 708cc...
Page 14: Torque Specifications
Torque Specifications The recommended fastener torque values are listed in the following tables. For critical applications, as determined by Toro, either the recommended torque or a torque that is unique to the application is clearly identified and specified in the service manual.
Page 15 Metric Bolts and Screws g272209 Figure 2 Class 8.8 Class 10.9 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 2–5 Specifications and Maintenance: Torque Specifications 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 16 Standard Torque for Dry, Zinc Plated, and Steel Fasteners (Inch Series) Thread Size Grade 1, SAE Grade 1 Bolts, Screws, SAE Grade 5 Bolts, Screws, SAE Grade 8 Bolts, Screws, 5, & 8 Studes & Sems with Studs & Sems with Regular Studs &...
Page 17 Standard Torque for Dry, Zinc Plated, and Steel Fasteners (Metric Series) Thread Size Class 8.8 Bolts, Screws, Studs with Regular Class 10.9 Bolts, Screws, Studs with Regular Height Nuts (Class 8 or Stronger Nuts) Height Nuts (Class 10 or stronger Nuts) in-lb N •...
Page 18 SAE Grade 8 Steel Set Screws Recommended Torque Thread Size Square Head Hex Socket 1/4 - 20 UNC 140 ± 20 in-lb 73 ± 12 in-lb 5/16 - 18 UNC 215 ± 35 in-lb 145 ± 20 in-lb 1/2 - 13 UNC 75 ±...
Page 19 Equivalents and Conversions Decimal and Millimeter Equivalents Fractions Decimals Fractions Decimals 1/64 0.015625 0.397 33/64 0.515625 13.097 1/32 0.03125 0.794 16/32 0.53125 13.484 3/64 0.046875 1.191 35/64 0.546875 13.891 1/16 0.0625 1.588 9/16 0.5625 14.288 5/64 0.078125 1.984 37/64 0.578125 14.684 3/32 0.9375...
Page 20 U.S. to Metric Conversions To Convert Into Multiply By Miles Kilometers 1.609 Yards Meters 0.9144 Feet Meters 0.3048 Linear Measurement Feet Centimeters 30.48 Inches Meters 0.0254 Inches Centimeters 2.54 Inches Millimeters 25.4 Square Miles Square Kilometers 2.59 Square Feet Square Meters 0.0929 Area Square Inches...
Page 21 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Table of Contents General Troubleshooting ........................3–3 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 3–1 Troubleshooting 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 22 GEARS The Systematic approach to defining, diagnosing and solving problems. Gather Information • Information reported by the customer • Information observed by you • Establish the what, where and when of the issue Evaluate Potential Causes • Consider possible causes of the problem to develop a hypothesis •...
Page 23: General Troubleshooting
General Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The starter does not crank The blade control switch (PTO) is Move the blade-control switch (PTO) to engaged. the disengaged position. The parking brake is not engaged. Move the motion control levers to the neutral lock (park) position.
Page 24 General Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine overheats The engine load is excessive. Reduce the ground speed or raise height-of-cut. The oil level in the crankcase is low. Add oil to the crankcase. The cooling fins and the air passages Remove the obstruction and thoroughly above the engine are plugged.
Page 25 General Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The clutch does not engage There is a low voltage supply at the Check the coil resistance, battery clutch. charge, charging system, and wiring connections and replace parts if necessary. The coil is damaged. Replace the clutch.
Page 26 Troubleshooting: General Troubleshooting Page 3–6 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 27 Chapter 4 Engine Table of Contents General Information ..........................4–2 Service and Repairs ..........................4–3 Engine Replacement.......................... 4–7 Muffler Replacement ........................4–19 Air Filter Cartridge Replacement ...................... 4–22 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 4–1 Engine 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 28: General Information
General Information The TIMECUTTER® series of mowers use 4 different engine combinations; 452cc Toro single cylinder OHV 4 cycle engine (LC1P92F-1), 708cc Toro twin cylinder OHV 4 cycle engine (LC2P77F), 726cc Kawasaki twin cylinder OHV 4 cycle engine (FR691V), and 725cc Kohler twin cylinder OHV 4 cycle engine (PS-KT735).
Page 29: Service And Repairs
Service and Repairs Engine Assembly 1 g305684 Figure 3 LC1P92F-1 Engine Exhaust Gasket Muffler Oil Drain Tube TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 4–3 Engine: Service and Repairs 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 30 Engine Assembly 2 g305686 Figure 4 2P77F Engine Exhaust Gasket Muffler Engine: Service and Repairs Page 4–4 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 31 Engine Assembly 3 g305687 Figure 5 Kawasaki Engine Oil Drain Tube Muffler Heat Shield TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 4–5 Engine: Service and Repairs 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 32 Engine Assembly 4 g305691 Figure 6 Kohler Engine Oil Drain Hose Muffler Cable Tie Engine: Service and Repairs Page 4–6 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 33: Engine Replacement
Engine Replacement Engine Removal 1. Park the machine on a level surface and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove the key. 2. Disconnect the battery by removing the negative battery cable first, then the positive cable from the battery.
Page 34: Chapter 4: Engine
Engine Removal (continued) 6. Disconnect the engine to chassis wiring harness. g300617 Figure 9 7. Remove the 10 mm nut securing the starter power wire to the starter. g300618 Figure 10 8. Remove 13 mm HH bolt securing the battery cable ground wire and the chassis harness ground wire to the engine block.
Page 35 Engine Removal (continued) g300619 Figure 11 9. Remove 10 (T-40) self-tapping screws securing the rear engine guard and muffler shield to the chassis. Remove the muffler shield and rear engine guard. g300621 Figure 12 10. Remove 8 mm HH bolt securing the throttle and choke cables to the throttle control plate.
Page 36 Engine Removal (continued) g300620 Figure 13 11. Remove 4 (13 mm) nuts with lock washers securing the muffler to the engine. Remove the muffler from the engine. g300622 Figure 14 12. Remove the deck tensioner spring from the spring hook. Engine: Service and Repairs Page 4–10 TIMECUTTER®...
Page 37 Engine Removal (continued) g300623 Figure 15 13. Using an appropriate lifting device, raise the machine. Remove the deck belt from the clutch pulley. 14. Disconnect the wiring to the clutch. g300624 Figure 16 15. Remove the 5/8 hex bolt securing the clutch to the crankshaft of the engine. Remove the clutch.
Page 38 Engine Removal (continued) g300625 Figure 17 16. Remove the hydro belt tensioner spring from the spring anchor point on the chassis. g300671 Figure 18 17. Relieve tension from the engine pulley. Slide the hydro belt off the engine pulley. Remove engine pulley from the crankshaft. 18.
Page 39 Engine Removal (continued) g300672 Figure 19 19. Lower the machine to the ground. Remove the engine from the chassis. Engine Installation 1. Install the engine onto the chassis. Loosely install the 4 hex bolts (9/16 inch), 3 bolts have a flat washer the 4th bolt going through the clutch anchor does not have a flat washer.
Page 40 Engine Installation (continued) 4. Install the hydro belt tensioner spring to the spring anchor point on the chassis. g300671 Figure 21 5. Install the clutch. Install the 5/8 hex bolt securing the clutch to the crankshaft of the engine. Torque bolt to 67.5–81 N • m (50–60 ft-lb). g300625 Figure 22 6.
Page 41 Engine Installation (continued) g300624 Figure 23 7. Install the deck belt to the clutch pulley. Using an appropriate lifting device, lower the machine. 8. Install the deck tensioner spring to the spring hook. g300623 Figure 24 9. Install the muffler to the engine. Secure with 4 (13 mm) nuts with lock washers.
Page 42 Engine Installation (continued) g300622 Figure 25 10. Install the throttle and choke cables to the throttle control plate. Secure with 8 mm HH bolt securing the throttle and choke cables to the throttle control plate. g300620 Figure 26 11. Install the muffler shield and rear engine guard. Secure with 10 (T-40) self-tapping screws securing the rear engine guard and muffler shield to the chassis.
Page 43 Engine Installation (continued) g300621 Figure 27 12. Install the ground wires to the engine block. Secure with 13 mm HH bolt securing the battery cable ground wire and the chassis harness ground wire to the engine block. Torque bolt to 22.5–25 N • m (200–225 in-lb). g300619 Figure 28 TIMECUTTER®...
Page 44 Engine Installation (continued) 13. Install the 10 mm nut securing the starter power wire to the starter. Torque nut to 10.5–11.5 N • m (96–105 in-lb). g300618 Figure 29 14. Connect the engine to chassis wiring harness. g300617 Figure 30 15.
Page 45: Muffler Replacement
Engine Installation (continued) g300616 Figure 31 16. Remove the clamp from the fuel hose. Install the fuel hose from the fuel filter. Using pliers, slide the hose clamp onto the fuel filter connection to the fuel hose. g300615 Figure 32 17.
Page 46 Muffler Removal (continued) 2. Disconnect the battery by removing the negative battery cable first, then the positive cable from the battery. 3. Remove 10 (T-40) self-tapping screws securing the rear engine guard and muffler shield to the chassis. Remove the muffler shield and rear engine guard.
Page 47 Muffler Installation (continued) 1. Install the muffler to the engine. Secure with 4 (13 mm) nuts with lock washers. Torque nuts to 17–19 N • m (150–170 in-lb). g300622 Figure 35 2. Install the muffler shield and rear engine guard. Secure with 10 (T-40) self-tapping screws securing the rear engine guard and muffler shield to the chassis.
Page 48: Air Filter Cartridge Replacement
Air Filter Cartridge Replacement Air Filter Cartridge Removal 1. Park the machine on a level surface and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove the key. 2. Lift the air cleaner cover door. g300685 Figure 37 3.
Page 49 Air Filter Cartridge Installation (continued) g300686 Figure 39 2. Lower the air cleaner cover door. g300685 Figure 40 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 4–23 Engine: Service and Repairs 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 50 Engine: Service and Repairs Page 4–24 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 51 Chapter 5 Chassis Table of Contents General Information ..........................5–2 Service and Repairs ..........................5–3 Caster Fork Replacement ........................ 5–15 Caster Wheel Bushing Replacement ....................5–17 Stub Shaft Replacement ........................5–18 Pod Replacement ..........................5–22 Fuel Tank Replacement ........................5–25 Seat Assembly Replacement ......................
Page 52: General Information
General Information The TIMECUTTER® series uses a common frame. There are 2 different configurations of this frame a MYRIDE® suspension platform and a conventional solid platform. The frame is constructed from 10 gauge steel and now accommodates a relief in the rear crossmember for aid in easier drive belt replacement.
Page 53: Service And Repairs
Service and Repairs Chassis Assembly 1 g305797 Figure 41 Seat Pivot Rod Seat Pan Lanyard Cable TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 5–3 Chassis: Service and Repairs 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 54 Chassis Assembly 2 g305817 Figure 42 Seat Lanyard Cable Knob Seat Pan Pivot Rod Chassis: Service and Repairs Page 5–4 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 55 Chassis Assembly 3 g306183 Figure 43 Retainer Plate RH Handle Control Control Arm Speed Control Asm. Non-Cavitating Damper LH Control Handle Hydro Rod Pin Eccentric Actuator Arm Asm. RH Control Plate Box RH Knob Torsion Spring LH Knob LH Control Plate Box Front Hydro Rod Storage Box Rear Hydro Rod...
Page 56 Chassis Assembly 4 g306185 Figure 44 Ratcheting Fuel Cap Fuel Hose Throttle and Choke Cable Cable Tie Control Panel Orifice Adaptor LH Pod Fuel Tank Asm. RH Pod Grommet Bumper RH Support Pod LH Pod Support Fuel Hose Spring Fuel Hose Fuel Tank Support Chassis: Service and Repairs Page 5–6...
Page 57 Chassis Assembly 5 g306369 Figure 45 Choke Cable Fuel Hose Throttle Cable Orifice Adaptor Control Panel Fuel Hose RH Support Pod Carbon Canister RH Pod Carbon Canister Bracket Ratcheting Fuel Cap Carbon Canister Bracket LH Pod Inline Fuel Filter Tank Vent Hose Fuel Hose Fuel Hose Spring...
Page 58 Chassis Assembly 6 g306612 Figure 46 Seat Base Asm. Seat Bumper Lever Knob Cable Bracket Adjustment Lever Subframe Compression Spring Lower Bracket Extension Spring Adjustment Rod Cam Pulley Cotter Pin Flange Bushing Swing Arm Shock/Spring Asm. RH Torsion Spring Seat Bracket Spring Retainer Seat Latch Bracket Adjuster Plate...
Page 59 Chassis Assembly 7 g306653 Figure 47 Protector Cap TIMECUTTER® Frame Weldment Compression Spring Hydro Plate Mount Floor Pan Footrest Cross Brace Axle Stub Asm. Seat Support Grease Cap Floor Pan Right Front Hydro Mount Hitch Bracket Left Front Hydro Mount Engine Guard Muffler Guard TIMECUTTER®...
Page 60 Chassis Assembly 8 g306654 Figure 48 Rail Guard Lower Cross Brace RH Hydro Mount Plate Axle Stub Asm. Rubber Bumper Grease Cap Hitch Bracket Right Front Hydro Mount Engine Guard TIMECUTTER® Frame Weldment Footrest Left Front Hydro Mount Seat Bumper Hydro Mount Plate Lower Damper Mount Bracket Muffler Guard...
Page 61 Chassis Assembly 9 g306655 Figure 49 Lever Grip Decklift Pivot Bracket HOC Bracket Deck Lift Asm. Lift Lever Pivot Pin RH Arm Asm. Deck Mount Rod HOC Adjustment Plate LH Arm Asm. TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 5–11 Chassis: Service and Repairs 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 62 Chassis Assembly 10 g306690 Figure 50 Rear Pivot Asm. HOC Bracket HOC Link Deck Lift Link HOC Bracket Deck Lift Gusset Flange Bearing HOC Pin Foot Pedal Shaft Cross Support Pan Mount Front Pivot Asm. Pivot Deck Pan Chassis: Service and Repairs Page 5–12 TIMECUTTER®...
Page 63 Chassis Assembly 11 g306691 Figure 51 Foot Lift Pedal Deck Lift Asm. Lever Grip Lift Pedal HOC Bracket RH Arm Asm. Foot Lift Pedal HOC Adjustment Plate Link Pivot Pin Lift Lever Deck Mount Rod Deck Lift Pivot Bracket LH Arm Asm. TIMECUTTER®...
Page 64 Chassis Assembly 12 g306775 Figure 52 Fork Asm. Seal Guard Tire Asm. Wheel Spanner Chassis: Service and Repairs Page 5–14 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 65: Caster Fork Replacement
Caster Fork Replacement Caster Fork Removal 1. Park the machine on a level surface and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove the key. 2. Using an appropriate lifting device, raise the front of the machine off the floor. 3.
Page 66 Caster Fork Installation 1. Install the caster fork to the stub shaft. 2. Install the ½ inch bolt securing the caster fork to the stub shaft. Torque bolt to 22.5–25 N • m (200–225 in-lb). g300689 Figure 55 3. Install the top dust cover. 4.
Page 67: Caster Wheel Bushing Replacement
Caster Wheel Bushing Replacement Caster Wheel Bushing Removal 1. Park the machine on a level surface and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove the key. 2. Using an appropriate lifting device, raise the front of the machine off the floor. 3.
Page 68: Stub Shaft Replacement
Caster Wheel Bushing Installation 1. Install the bushings to the wheel (2 bushings and 1 axle per wheel). 2. Install the center axle to the bushings. g300700 Figure 59 3. Install the wheel to the machine. Secure with a ¾ inch bolt and nut securing the wheel to the caster fork.
Page 69 Stub Shaft Removal (continued) 2. Using an appropriate lifting device, raise the front of the machine off the floor. 3. Remove the ¾ inch bolt and nut securing the wheel to the caster fork. Remove the wheel from the machine. g300687 Figure 61 4.
Page 70 Stub Shaft Removal (continued) g300752 Figure 63 7. Remove the stub shaft from the front axle asm. g300753 Figure 64 8. Remove the bearings from the stub shaft, inspect and replace as necessary. Stub Shaft Installation 1. Install the bearings to the stub shaft. 2.
Page 71 Stub Shaft Installation (continued) g300753 Figure 65 3. Install the 4 (9/16 inch) nut and bolt (3 front, 1 back) securing the stub shaft to the front axle asm. Hand tighten all fasteners. g300752 Figure 66 4. Lower the machine to the floor. The weight of the machine should be on the ground before tightening hardware.
Page 72: Pod Replacement
Stub Shaft Installation (continued) g300688 Figure 67 8. Install the wheel to the machine. Secure with the ¾ inch bolt and nut securing the wheel to the caster fork. Torque the bolt to 36.5–50 N • m (27–37 ft-lb). g300687 Figure 68 Pod Replacement Pod Removal...
Page 73 Pod Removal (continued) 4. Remove the fuel cap on the LH side pod. 5. Move the motion control from the neutral lock to the neutral position. 6. Remove the LH pod from the machine. Note: The LH and RH pod removal are the same except the RH pod has the control panel and smart speed knob.
Page 74 Pod Installation 1. Place the RH pod into position on the machine. 2. Install the control panel. Hand tighten with the screw securing the control panel to the RH pod. g301692 Figure 71 3. Install the smart speed knob to the smart speed lever. Hand tighten with the screw securing the smart speed knob to the smart speed lever.
Page 75: Fuel Tank Replacement
Fuel Tank Replacement Fuel Tank Removal 1. Park the machine on a level surface and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove the key. 2. Flip the seat forward. 3. Using a T–30 torque bit, remove the 3 screws (per pod) securing the pod to the pod support brackets.
Page 76 Fuel Tank Removal (continued) g301704 Figure 74 9. Remove the 2 strap fasteners from the bottom of the fuel tank. Remove the fuel tank from the chassis. g301705 Figure 75 Fuel Tank Installation 1. Install the fuel tank to the chassis. Secure with the 2 strap fasteners at the bottom of the fuel tank.
Page 77 Fuel Tank Installation (continued) g301705 Figure 76 2. Remove the cap from the hoses. Install the fuel hose and fuel vent hose to the fuel tank fittings. Secure with spring clamps. Note: The fuel hose and fuel vent hose ports and hose orientation are labeled on the fuel tank.
Page 78: Seat Assembly Replacement
Fuel Tank Installation (continued) 8. Flip the seat back into position. Seat Assembly Replacement Seat Assembly Removal 1. Park the machine on a level surface and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove the key. 2.
Page 79 Seat Assembly Removal (continued) g301718 Figure 80 Seat Assembly Installation 1. Install the seat onto the seat rod. g301718 Figure 81 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 5–29 Chassis: Service and Repairs 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 80: Myride® Seat/Platform Replacement
Seat Assembly Installation (continued) 2. Install the 2 (T–27) screws to the front of the seat pan. Torque screws to 11 N • m (100 in-lb). g301717 Figure 82 3. Install the seat switch connection. g301716 Figure 83 4. Flip the seat back into the operator position. MYRIDE®...
Page 81 MYRIDE® Seat/Platform Removal (continued) 2. Disconnect the battery by removing the negative battery cable first, then the positive cable from the battery. 3. Lift the seat forward. 4. Disconnect the seat switch. 5. Remove the 3/8 inch head bolt securing the seat stop bracket to the seat mount.
Page 82 MYRIDE® Seat/Platform Removal (continued) g301741 Figure 86 10. Using a T–30 torque bit, remove the 3 screws securing the pod to the pod support brackets. Repeat for opposite side. 11. Move the motion control from the neutral lock to the neutral position. 12.
Page 83 MYRIDE® Seat/Platform Removal (continued) g301692 Figure 88 14. Remove the RH pod from the machine. 15. Move the MYRIDE® adjustment lever to most forward position. Relieve the tension from the MYRIDE® adjustment spring cable. g301755 Figure 89 16. Remove the MYRIDE® assist spring from the MYRIDE® cam assembly and the frame.
Page 84 MYRIDE® Seat/Platform Removal (continued) 19. Remove the cable from the cam. g301756 Figure 90 20. Remove the cam assembly from the machine. g309644 Figure 91 CAUTION May need assistance to perform next step. 21. Remove the nut securing the top of the front MYRIDE® shock to the MYRIDE®...
Page 85 MYRIDE® Seat/Platform Removal (continued) g301752 Figure 92 22. Using a rachet strap, hook the strap to both frame rails on either side of the MYRIDE® platform. g301753 Figure 93 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 5–35 Chassis: Service and Repairs 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 86 MYRIDE® Seat/Platform Removal (continued) g301754 Figure 94 CAUTION May need assistance to perform next step. Springs are under extreme load. 23. Remove the 2 (1/2 inch) bolts and nuts securing the MYRIDE® stop bracket to the MYRIDE® platform. g301769 Figure 95 24.
Page 87 MYRIDE® Seat/Platform Removal (continued) g301770 Figure 96 26. Using an appropriate lifting device, remove the MYRIDE® platform from the machine. g301771 Figure 97 MYRIDE® Seat/Platform Installation 1. Using an appropriate lifting device, install the MYRIDE® platform onto the machine. TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 5–37 Chassis: Service and Repairs 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 88 MYRIDE® Seat/Platform Installation (continued) g301771 Figure 98 CAUTION May need assistance to perform next step. Springs are under extreme load. 2. Install the 2 (9/16 inch) inch nuts and bolts securing the MYRIDE® trailing to the chassis. Torque nuts and bolts to 40.5–44.5 N • m (30–33 ft-lb). g301770 Figure 99 3.
Page 89 MYRIDE® Seat/Platform Installation (continued) g301769 Figure 100 4. Using a rachet strap, hook the strap to both frame rails on either side of the MYRIDE® platform. g301754 Figure 101 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 5–39 Chassis: Service and Repairs 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 90 MYRIDE® Seat/Platform Installation (continued) g301753 Figure 102 CAUTION May need assistance to perform next step. 5. Push on the rear of the MYRIDE® platfrom and use the rachet strap to compress and secure the torsion springs on the MYRIDE® platform. 6.
Page 91 MYRIDE® Seat/Platform Installation (continued) 9. Screw on the knob until hand tight. Install the ½ inch bolt and 9/16 inch nut securing the cam to the chassis. Torque bolt and nut to 40.5–44.5 N • m (30–33 ft-lb). 10. Install the MYRIDE® cable to the cam assembly. Move the MYRIDE® adjustment lever to the most forward position.
Page 92 MYRIDE® Seat/Platform Installation (continued) g301692 Figure 105 15. Install the smart speed knob to the smart speed lever. Hand tighten the screw securing the smart speed knob to the smart speed lever. g301691 Figure 106 16. Move the motion control from the neutral position to the neutral lock position. 17.
Page 93 MYRIDE® Seat/Platform Installation (continued) g301741 Figure 107 19. Install the 2 (1/2 inch) bolts securing the seat mount to the MYRIDE® platform. Torque bolts to 5.5–6.5 N • m (53–60 in-lb). g301740 Figure 108 20. Install the seat onto the machine. TIMECUTTER®...
Page 94 MYRIDE® Seat/Platform Installation (continued) g301739 Figure 109 21. Slide the seat to most rearward position. Lower the seat. 22. Install the seat stop bracket to the machine. Install the 3/8 inch head bolt securing the seat stop bracket to the seat mount. Torque head bolt to 11 N •...
Page 95: Steering Control Box Replacement
MYRIDE® Seat/Platform Installation (continued) g301773 Figure 111 24. Lower the seat forward. 25. Connect the positive battery cable first, then the negative battery cable to the battery. Steering Control Box Replacement Steering Control Box Removal 1. Park the machine on a level surface and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove the key.
Page 96 Steering Control Box Removal (continued) g301716 Figure 112 4. Flip the seat back to the operator position. 5. Remove the 2 (T-27) screws from the front of the seat pan. g301717 Figure 113 6. Lift and remove the seat from the seat rod. Chassis: Service and Repairs Page 5–46 TIMECUTTER®...
Page 97 Steering Control Box Removal (continued) g301718 Figure 114 7. Using a T–30 torque bit, remove the 3 screws securing the pod to the pod support brackets. Repeat for opposite side. 8. Remove the fuel cap on the LH side pod. 9.
Page 98 Steering Control Box Removal (continued) g301691 Figure 116 13. Using a Philips head screw driver, remove the screw securing the control panel to the RH pod. Move the control panel to the side. g301692 Figure 117 14. Remove the RH pod from the machine. 15.
Page 99 Steering Control Box Removal (continued) g301704 Figure 118 16. Remove the 2 strap fasteners from the bottom of the fuel tank. Remove the fuel tank from the chassis. g301705 Figure 119 17. Remove the 2 front pod mounting screws (T-30). 18.
Page 100 Steering Control Box Removal (continued) g301788 Figure 120 19. Move the smart speed selector to the turtle/trim position. 20. Remove the cubbie by lifting the front of each pod to maneuver the cubbie away from the chassis. 21. Remove the 2 (9/16 inch) bolts per motion control arm. g301789 Figure 121 22.
Page 101 Steering Control Box Removal (continued) g301790 Figure 122 23. Remove the motion control neutral switch from the steering control box by depressing the tabs on either side of the switch. Remove the switch from the control box. g301791 Figure 123 TIMECUTTER®...
Page 102 Steering Control Box Removal (continued) g301792 Figure 124 24. Remove the 5/16 inch screw (1 per mount) securing the 2 speed selector rod retaining mounts. g301793 Figure 125 25. Pull back on the speed selector rod lift and remove the speed selector rod from the machine.
Page 103 Steering Control Box Removal (continued) g301896 Figure 126 26. Remove the 7/16 inch nut securing the motion control rod to the motion control actuator. Remove the motion control rod. g301897 Figure 127 27. Remove the 4 (T–30) screws (4 per control box) securing the steering control box to the chassis.
Page 104 Steering Control Box Removal (continued) g301898 Figure 128 Steering Control Box Disassembly 1. Remove the T-30 screw securing the return to neutral from reverse spring to the steering control box. Remove the return to neutral from reverse spring. g301930 Figure 129 2.
Page 105 Steering Control Box Disassembly (continued) g301931 Figure 130 3. Remove the 9/16 inch nut and bolt securing the lower motion control lever to the motion control actuator. g301932 Figure 131 4. Remove the 7/16 inch nut and bolt securing the tracking adjustment block to the steering control box.
Page 106 Steering Control Box Disassembly (continued) g301933 Figure 132 Steering Control Box Assembly 1. Install the 7/16 inch nut and bolt securing the tracking adjustment block to the steering control box. Torque nut and bolt to 11 N • m (100 in-lb). g301932 Figure 133 2.
Page 107 Steering Control Box Assembly (continued) g301931 Figure 134 4. Install the return to neutral to the reverse spring. Install the T-30 screw securing the return to neutral from reverse spring to the steering control box. Torque screw to 11 N • m (100 in-lb). g301930 Figure 135 Steering Control Box Installation...
Page 108 Steering Control Box Installation (continued) g301898 Figure 136 2. Install the motion control rod. Install the 7/16 inch nut securing the motion control rod to the motion control actuator. Torque nut to 11 N • m (100 in-lb). g301897 Figure 137 3.
Page 109 Steering Control Box Installation (continued) g301896 Figure 138 4. Install the 5/16 inch screw (1 per mount) securing the 2 speed selector rod retaining mounts. Torque screw to 4.5–5 N • m (42–47 in-lb). g301793 Figure 139 5. Install the switch into the control box by depressing the tabs on either side of the switch.
Page 110 Steering Control Box Installation (continued) g301791 Figure 140 6. Install the top T-30 screw and 7/16 inch nut securing the damper to the chassis and motion control actuator. Torque screw and nut to 11 N • m (100 in-lb). g301790 Figure 141 7.
Page 111 Steering Control Box Installation (continued) g301789 Figure 142 8. Install the cubbie onto the machine. 9. Move the smart speed selector to the trim/turtle position. 10. Install the 2 screws (T–20) securing the cubbie to the chassis. Torque screws to 11 N • m (100 in-lb). g301788 Figure 143 11.
Page 112 Steering Control Box Installation (continued) g301705 Figure 144 12. Install the 2 front pod mounting screws (T–30). Torque screws to 11 N • m (100 in-lb). 13. Remove the cap from the hoses. Install the fuel hose and fuel vent hose to the fuel tank fittings.
Page 113 Steering Control Box Installation (continued) g301692 Figure 146 16. Install the smart speed knob to the smart speed lever. Hand tighten with the screw securing the smart speed knob to the smart speed lever. g301691 Figure 147 17. Place the LH pod into position on the machine. 18.
Page 114 Steering Control Box Installation (continued) g301718 Figure 148 23. Install the 2 (T–27) screws to the front of the seat pan. Torque screws to 11 N • m (100 in-lb). g301717 Figure 149 24. Install the seat switch connection. Chassis: Service and Repairs Page 5–64 TIMECUTTER®...
Page 115: Motion Control Actuator Replacement
Steering Control Box Installation (continued) g301716 Figure 150 25. Flip the seat back into the operator position. Motion Control Actuator Replacement Motion Control Actuator Removal 1. Park the machine on a level surface and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove the key.
Page 116 Motion Control Actuator Removal (continued) 5. Remove the 2 (T-27) screws from the front of the seat pan. g301717 Figure 152 6. Lift and remove the seat from the seat rod. g301718 Figure 153 7. Using T–30 torque bit, remove the 3 screws securing the pod to the pod support brackets.
Page 117 Motion Control Actuator Removal (continued) g301703 Figure 154 12. Using Philips head screw driver, remove the screw securing the smart speed knob to the smart speed lever. Remove the smart speed knob from the smart speed lever. g301691 Figure 155 13.
Page 118 Motion Control Actuator Removal (continued) g301692 Figure 156 14. Remove the RH pod from the machine. 15. Remove the spring clamps securing the fuel hose and the fuel vent hose. Remove the fuel hose and fuel vent hose from the fuel tank fittings. Cap all hoses.
Page 119 Motion Control Actuator Removal (continued) g301705 Figure 158 17. Remove the 2 front pod mounting screws (T-30). 18. Remove the 2 screws (T-20) securing the cubbie to the chassis. g301788 Figure 159 19. Move the smart speed selector to the trim/turtle position. 20.
Page 120 Motion Control Actuator Installation 1. Install the motion control actuator onto the machine. 2. Connect the switch to the connector. Install the motion control neutral switch into the steering control box by depressing the tabs on either side of the switch.
Page 121 Motion Control Actuator Installation (continued) g301704 Figure 161 11. Install the RH pod to the machine. 12. Move the control panel into position on the machine. Using a Philips head screw driver, hand tighten the screw securing the control panel to the RH pod. g301692 Figure 162 13.
Page 122 Motion Control Actuator Installation (continued) g301691 Figure 163 14. Reinstall the fuel cap to the LH pod to prevent fuel spill. Fully tighten. g301703 Figure 164 15. Install the LH pod to the machine. Note: The LH and RH pod install are the same except the RH pod has the control panel and smart speed knob.
Page 123 Motion Control Actuator Installation (continued) g301718 Figure 165 20. Install the 2 (T-27) screws to the front of the seat pan. Torque screw to 11 N • m (100 in-lb). g301717 Figure 166 21. Flip the seat forward. 22. Install the seat switch connection and flip the seat into the operator’s position. 23.
Page 124: Smart Speed Assembly Replacement
Smart Speed Assembly Replacement Smart Speed Assembly Removal 1. Park the machine on a level surface and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove the key. 2. To relieve tension on deck lift handle, place wood blocks (2x4 inches) under each side of the deck.
Page 125 Smart Speed Assembly Removal (continued) g301718 Figure 169 7. Using a T–30 torque bit, remove the 3 screws securing the pod to the pod support brackets. Repeat for opposite side. 8. Remove the fuel cap on the LH side pod. 9.
Page 126 Smart Speed Assembly Removal (continued) g301691 Figure 171 13. Using a Philips head screw driver, remove the screw securing the control panel to the RH pod. Move the control panel to the side. g301692 Figure 172 14. Remove the RH pod from the machine. 15.
Page 127 Smart Speed Assembly Removal (continued) g301704 Figure 173 16. Remove the 2 strap fasteners from the bottom of the fuel tank. Remove the fuel tank from the chassis. g301705 Figure 174 17. Remove the 2 screws (T-20) securing the cubbie to the chassis. TIMECUTTER®...
Page 128 Smart Speed Assembly Removal (continued) g301788 Figure 175 18. Move the smart speed selector to the turtle/trim position. 19. Remove the cubbie by lifting the front of each pod to maneuver the cubbie away from the chassis. 20. Remove the 2 (9/16 inch) bolts per motion control arm. 21.
Page 129 Smart Speed Assembly Installation (continued) g309648 Figure 176 2. Install the 5/16 inch screw (1 per mount) securing the 2 speed selector rod retaining mounts. Torque screw to 4.5–5 N • m (42–47 in-lb). g309649 Figure 177 3. Connect the switch to the connector. Connect the motion control neutral connector to the steering control box by depressing the tabs on either side of the switch.
Page 130 Smart Speed Assembly Installation (continued) g309652 Figure 178 4. Install the top T-30 screw and 7/16 inch nut securing the damper to the chassis and motion control actuator. Torque screw and nut to 11 N • m (100 in-lb). 5. Install the 2 (9/16 inch) bolts per motion control arm. Torque bolts to 40.5–44.5 N •...
Page 131 Smart Speed Assembly Installation (continued) g301788 Figure 179 9. Install the 2 (T-30) front pod mounting screws. Torque screws to 11 N • m (100 in-lb). 10. Install the fuel tank to the chassis. Install the 2 strap fasteners to the bottom of the fuel tank.
Page 132 Smart Speed Assembly Installation (continued) g301704 Figure 181 12. Install the RH pod to the machine. 13. Place the control panel into position on the machine. Using a Philips head screw driver, hand tighten the screw securing the control panel to the RH pod. g301692 Figure 182 14.
Page 133 Smart Speed Assembly Installation (continued) g301691 Figure 183 15. Remove the fuel cap from the fuel tank. 16. Install the LH pod to the machine. Note: The LH and RH pod install are the same except the RH pod has the control panel and smart speed knob.
Page 134 Smart Speed Assembly Installation (continued) 21. Install the 2 (T-27) screws to the front of the seat pan. Torque screws to 11 N • m (100 in-lb). g301717 Figure 185 22. Flip the seat back to the operator position. 23. Flip the seat forward and install the seat switch connection. g301716 Figure 186 24.
Page 135: Rear Engine Guard Replacement
Rear Engine Guard Replacement Rear Engine Guard Removal 1. Park the machine on a level surface and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove the key. 2. Disconnect the battery by removing the negative battery cable first, then the positive cable.
Page 136: Deck Lift Assembly 3 Point Replacement
Rear Engine Guard Installation (continued) g300621 Figure 188 3. Connect the battery by installing the positive battery cable first, then the negative battery cable. Deck Lift Assembly 3 Point Replacement Deck Lift Assembly 3 Point Removal 1. Park the machine on a level surface set the parking brake. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove the key.
Page 137 Deck Lift Assembly 3 Point Removal (continued) 4. Remove the deck belt from the PTO clutch. 5. Remove the cotter pin and washer (1 per side) from each side of the rear deck weldment securing the rear of deck to the deck lift hanger. g301965 Figure 190 6.
Page 138 Deck Lift Assembly 3 Point Removal (continued) 12. Using a T–30 torque bit, remove the 3 screws securing the pod to the pod support brackets. Repeat for opposite side. 13. Move the motion control from the neutral lock to the neutral position. 14.
Page 139 Deck Lift Assembly 3 Point Removal (continued) 18. Remove the 2 hair pin and washers to disconnect the lift link from the deck lift bellcrank. g301967 Figure 194 19. Remove the 9/16 inch bolt and nut securing the lift link to the chassis. Repeat for opposite side.
Page 140 Deck Lift Assembly 3 Point Removal (continued) g301969 Figure 196 21. Remove the 2 screws securing the bellcrank retention bracket to the chassis. Repeat for opposite side. g301970 Figure 197 Deck Lift Assembly 3 Point Installation 1. Install the 2 screws securing the bellcrank retention bracket to the chassis. Repeat for opposite side.
Page 141 Deck Lift Assembly 3 Point Installation (continued) g301970 Figure 198 2. Install the T-30 screw securing the height-of-cut bracket to the chassis. Lower the deck lift handle. Torque screw to 17–22.5 N • m (150–200 in-lb). g301969 Figure 199 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 5–91 Chassis: Service and Repairs 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 142 Deck Lift Assembly 3 Point Installation (continued) 3. Install the 9/16 inch bolt and nut securing the lift link to the chassis. Repeat for opposite side. Torque bolt and nut to 40.5–44.5 N • m (30–33 ft-lb). g301968 Figure 200 4.
Page 143 Deck Lift Assembly 3 Point Installation (continued) g301692 Figure 202 8. Install the smart speed knob to the smart speed lever. Hand tighten with the screw securing the smart speed knob to the smart speed lever. g301691 Figure 203 9. Move the motion control from the neutral position to the neutral lock position. 10.
Page 144 Deck Lift Assembly 3 Point Installation (continued) g301966 Figure 204 15. Lower the deck lift handle to the lowest position. 16. Install the rear lift arms to the deck weldments. 17. Install the cotter pin and washer (1 per side) to each side of the rear deck weldment securing the rear of deck to the deck lift hanger.
Page 145: Deck Lift Assembly 4 Point Replacement
Deck Lift Assembly 3 Point Installation (continued) g301964 Figure 206 20. Raise the deck to add tension to the lift handle. Remove the wood blocks (2x4) under each side of the deck. Deck Lift Assembly 4 Point Replacement Deck Lift Assembly 4 Point Removal 1.
Page 146 Deck Lift Assembly 4 Point Removal (continued) g309653 Figure 207 9. Remove the 2 (9/16 inch) nut and bolt securing the 2 RH lift links to the chassis. Remove the 2 RH lift links. g309664 Figure 208 10. Remove the 2 cotter pins and washers securing the deck lift links to the deck lift.
Page 147 Deck Lift Assembly 4 Point Removal (continued) g309675 Figure 209 14. Flip the seat forward. 15. Using a T–30 torque bit, remove the 3 screws securing the pod to the pod support brackets. 16. Move the motion control from the neutral lock to the neutral position. 17.
Page 148 Deck Lift Assembly 4 Point Removal (continued) g301692 Figure 211 19. Remove the RH pod from the machine. 20. Remove the 2 (T-40) bolts securing the height-of-cut gate to chassis. Remove the height-of-cut gate. 21. Remove the 8 (T-40) bolts securing the front and rear bellcranks to the chassis.
Page 149: Front Chassis Storage Box Replacement
Deck Lift Assembly 4 Point Installation (continued) 12. Install the 2 cotter pins and washers securing the deck lift links to the deck lift. Repeat for other side. 13. Install the 2 RH lift links. Install the 2 (9/16 inch) nuts and bolts securing the 2 RH lift links to the chassis.
Page 150 Front Chassis Storage Box Removal (continued) g301974 Figure 213 g301975 Figure 214 4. Remove the floor pan from the chassis. 5. Remove the 2 front pod mounting screws (T–30). 6. Remove the 2 screws (T–20) securing the cubbie to the chassis. Chassis: Service and Repairs Page 5–100 TIMECUTTER®...
Page 151 Front Chassis Storage Box Removal (continued) g301788 Figure 215 7. Move the smart speed selector to the turtle/trim position. 8. Remove the cubbie by lifting the front of each pod to maneuver the cubbie away from the chassis. Front Chassis Storage Box Installation 1.
Page 152 Front Chassis Storage Box Installation (continued) 4. Install the 2 front pod mounting screws (T–30). Torque screws to 11 N • m (100 in-lb). 5. Install the floor pan to the chassis. 6. Install the 4 (T–30) screws securing the floor pan to the chassis. Torque screws to 17–22.5 N •...
Page 153 Front Chassis Storage Box Installation (continued) 8. Install the 2 (9/16 inch) bolt to the front license plate. Torque screws to 22.5–25 N • m (200–225 in-lb). g301973 Figure 219 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 5–103 Chassis: Service and Repairs 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 154 Chassis: Service and Repairs Page 5–104 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 155 Chapter 6 Hydrostatic Drive System Table of Contents General Information ..........................6–2 Service and Repairs ..........................6–3 Hydro Transaxle Drive Belt Replacement ..................6–5 Neutral Adjustment ..........................6–9 Air Purging Procedure........................6–12 Hydro Transaxle Replacement......................6–12 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 6–1 Hydrostatic Drive System 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 156: General Information
General Information The TIMECUTTER® series of mowers use Hydro-Gear hydrostatic transaxles. There are 4 different models used; ZT-2100, ZT-2200, ZT-2200 long axle, and ZT-2800. All the drives use the same type of fluid. The oil must have a minimum rating of 9.0 cSt (55 SUS) at 230°F (110°C) with an API classification of SL is recommended.
Page 157: Service And Repairs
Service and Repairs Hydrostatic Drive Asm. 1 g306748 Figure 220 V-belt Pedal Return Spring RH Bypass Rod RH Hydro Transaxle Asm. Spacer Hydro Cross Plate Idler LH Hydro Transaxle Asm. Idler Arm LH Bypass Rod Flat Idler Pulley TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 6–3 Hydrostatic Drive System: Service and Repairs 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 158 Hydrostatic Drive Asm. 2 g306774 Figure 221 Breather Kit Flat Idler Pulley Hydro Hose Pedal Return Spring RH Bypass Rod Bracket Mount V-belt RH Hydro Transaxle Asm. Spacer Hydro Plate Idler LH Hydro Transaxle Asm. Idler Arm LH Bypass Rod Hydrostatic Drive System: Service and Repairs Page 6–4 TIMECUTTER®...
Page 159: Hydro Transaxle Drive Belt Replacement
Hydro Transaxle Drive Belt Replacement Hydro Transaxle Drive Belt Removal 1. Park the machine on a level surface and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove the key. 2. Disconnect the battery by removing the negative battery cable first, then the positive cable from the battery.
Page 160 Hydro Transaxle Drive Belt Removal (continued) 6. Disconnect the wiring to the clutch. g300624 Figure 224 7. Remove the 5/8 hex bolt securing the clutch to the crankshaft of the engine. Remove the clutch. g300625 Figure 225 8. Remove the hydro belt tensioner spring from the spring anchor point on the chassis.
Page 161 Hydro Transaxle Drive Belt Removal (continued) g300671 Figure 226 9. Remove the hydro belt tensioner spring from the spring anchor point on the chassis. 10. Remove the drive belt from the machine. Hydro Transaxle Drive Belt Installation 1. Install the hydro transaxle drive belt to the machine. Install the hydro transaxle drive belt onto the engine pulley, both transaxle pulleys, fixed idler, and movable idler pulleys.
Page 162 Hydro Transaxle Drive Belt Installation (continued) g300625 Figure 228 4. Connect the wiring to the clutch. g300624 Figure 229 5. Install the deck belt to the clutch pulley. Using an appropriate lifting device, lower the machine. 6. Install the deck tensioner spring to the spring hook. Hydrostatic Drive System: Service and Repairs Page 6–8 TIMECUTTER®...
Page 163: Neutral Adjustment
Hydro Transaxle Drive Belt Installation (continued) g300623 Figure 230 7. Install the muffler shield and rear engine guard. Install 10 (T-40) self-tapping screws securing the rear engine guard and muffler shield to the chassis. Torque screws to 17–22.5 N • m (150–200 in-lb). g300621 Figure 231 8.
Page 164 Neutral Adjustment (continued) 3. Remove the 4 (13/16 inch) lug nuts securing rear wheel to the hub. Remove the wheel from the machine. 4. Disconnect the seat switch. g302064 Figure 232 5. Install an appropriate jumper to disable the seat switch. 6.
Page 165 Neutral Adjustment (continued) g302066 Figure 234 10. Adjust the motion control lever to access the parking brake position. Tighten the 7/16 inch nut securing the 2 motion control levers. 11. Repeat for opposite side. 12. Perform the Tracking Adjustment procedure after neutral adjustment has been completed for both sides.
Page 166: Air Purging Procedure
Air Purging Procedure Due to the effects air has on efficiency in hydrostatic drive applications, it is critical that it is purged from the system. These purge procedures should be implemented any time a hydrostatic system has been opened to facilitate maintenance or any additional oil has been added to the system.
Page 167 Hydro Transaxle Removal (continued) g302068 Figure 237 7. Remove the cotter pin and washer securing the brake rod linkage to the brake box. Remove the brake rod linkage from the brake box. g309739 Figure 238 8. Remove the ½ nut and 5/8 bolt securing the motion control linkage to the transaxle.
Page 168 Hydro Transaxle Removal (continued) g302069 Figure 239 9. Using a spring puller, remove the hydro transaxle drive belt tension spring. g302070 Figure 240 10. Remove the drive belt from the transaxle pulley. Hydrostatic Drive System: Service and Repairs Page 6–14 TIMECUTTER®...
Page 169 Hydro Transaxle Removal (continued) g302071 Figure 241 11. Remove the 4 (1/2 inch) bolts and nuts, 3 (11/16 inch) nuts and 3 (5/8 inch) bolts securing the transaxle to the chassis. g302073 Figure 242 Hydro Transaxle Installation 1. Install the transaxle to the chassis. TIMECUTTER®...
Page 170 Hydro Transaxle Installation (continued) g302073 Figure 243 2. Install, but do not tighten, the 4 (1/2 inch) bolts and nuts, 3 (5/8 inch) bolts, and 11/16 inch nut securing the transaxle to the chassis. See torque sequence below. A. Torque the (5/8 inch) front inner mounting bolt and (11/16 inch) nut to the frame bracket to 67.5–74.5 N •...
Page 171 Hydro Transaxle Installation (continued) 3. Install the drive belt to the transaxle pulley. 4. Using a spring puller, install the hydro transaxle drive belt traction spring. g302070 Figure 245 5. Install the motion control linkage. Install the ½ nut and 5/8 bolt securing the motion control linkage to the transaxle.
Page 172 Hydro Transaxle Installation (continued) g302067 Figure 247 g302068 Figure 248 8. Install the wheel to the transaxle hub. 9. Install the 13/16 inch lug nut securing the wheel to the transaxle hub. Torque lug nut to 94.5–122 N • m (70–90 ft-lb). 10.
Page 173 Chapter 7 Mower Deck System Table of Contents General Information ..........................7–2 Service and Repairs ..........................7–3 42 inch Stamped and 42/50/54/60 Inch Fabricated Deck Replacement..........7–8 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 7–1 Mower Deck System 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 174: General Information
General Information The TIMECUTTER® series of mowers uses 5 different deck sizes offering both fabricated and stamped options; 32 inch stamped deck, 42 inch stamped, 42 inch fabricated, 50 inch fabricated, 54 inch fabricated, and 60 inch fabricated. There are 2 different deck lift systems a 3-point system used on 32–54 inch units and a 4-point system used only on 60 inch units.
Page 175: Service And Repairs
Service and Repairs Mower Deck Assembly 1–42 Inch Stamped Deck g307745 Figure 249 Right Guard Asm. (CE Models Only) Extension Spring Guard Mount Plate Front Shield 42 Inch Mulch Plug Asm. Spring Return Hook Belt Cover 42 Inch Deck Pulley Deck Pin Flat Idler Pulley Rear Blowout Baffle...
Page 176 Mower Deck Assembly 2–42 Inch Fabricated Deck g307880 Figure 250 42 Inch Fabricated Deck Belt Cover V-Belt Washout Fitting Guard Mount Plate Left Guard Asm. (CE Models Only) Right Guard Asm. (CE Models Only) Anti Scalp Roller Pulley Extension Spring Belt Cover Bracket Return Spring Hook Front Shield...
Page 177 Mower Deck Assembly 3–50 Inch Fabricated Deck g308181 Figure 251 Belt Cover Anti Scalp Roller V-Belt Pulley Flat Idler Pulley Deck Pin Guard Mount Plate Washout Fitting Right Guard Asm. (CE Models Only) Front Shield Pulley 50 Inch Fabricated Deck Belt Cover Bracket Extension Spring Flat Idler Pulley...
Page 178 Mower Deck Assembly 4– 54 Inch Fabricated Deck g308186 Figure 252 Idler Arm Belt Cover Belt Cover Bracket Spring Return Hook V-Belt Deck Pin Discharge Deflector Washout Fitting Torsion Spring Hose Connector Pivot Rod Anti Scalp Roller Cut-off Baffle Spindle Asm. Pulley Asm.
Page 179 Mower Deck Assembly 5–60 Inch Fabricated Deck g308211 Figure 253 RH Belt Cover Anti Scalp Roller LH Belt Cover Extension Spring Belt Spring Return Hook Discharge Deflector Washout Fitting Pivot Rod Hose Connector Torsion Spring 60 Inch Deck Fabricated Cutoff Baffle Spindle Asm.
Page 180 42 inch Stamped and 42/50/54/60 Inch Fabricated Deck Replacement 42 inch Stamped and 42/50/54/60 Inch Fabricated Deck Removal Note: The following procedure shows the 42 inch stamped deck. 1. Park the machine on a level surface and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove the key.
Page 181 42 inch Stamped and 42/50/54/60 Inch Fabricated Deck Disassembly (continued) g302088 Figure 255 2. Using a 9/16 inch wrench to hold the bolt, remove the 9/16 inch nut securing the belt guide to the movable idler. Remove the belt guide from the deck. g302089 Figure 256 3.
Page 182 42 inch Stamped and 42/50/54/60 Inch Fabricated Deck Disassembly (continued) g302090 Figure 257 4. Remove the deck tension spring from the deck. 5. Remove the spring anchor from the deck. 6. Before idler arm removal, ensure idler arm has tension to prevent limited movement (should not move freely).
Page 183 42 inch Stamped and 42/50/54/60 Inch Fabricated Deck Disassembly (continued) g302092 Figure 259 9. Using an appropriate blade holding device, remove the 5/8 inch bolt securing the blade to the deck. Remove the blade from the deck. 10. Remove the 15/16 inch nut securing the spindle to the spindle shaft. 11.
Page 184 42 inch Stamped and 42/50/54/60 Inch Fabricated Deck Assembly (continued) 2. Install the spindle to the spindle assembly. 3. Install the spindle assembly. Install the 4 (1/2 inch) screws securing spindle to the deck assembly. Torque screws to 19.5–22.5 N • m (175–225 in-lb). 4.
Page 185 42 inch Stamped and 42/50/54/60 Inch Fabricated Deck Assembly (continued) g302091 Figure 262 9. Before idler arm removal, ensure idler arm has tension to prevent limited movement (should not move freely). 10. Install the spring anchor to the deck. 11. Install the deck tension spring to the deck. 12.
Page 186 42 inch Stamped and 42/50/54/60 Inch Fabricated Deck Assembly (continued) g302089 Figure 264 14. Install the LH and RH belt covers. Install the 6 (5/16 inch) screws securing the LH and RH belt covers. Torque screws to 4.5–5 N • m (42–47 in-lb). g302088 Figure 265 42 inch Stamped and 42/50/54/60 Inch Fabricated Deck Installation...
Page 187 42 inch Stamped and 42/50/54/60 Inch Fabricated Deck Installation (continued) g302087 Figure 266 2. Install the wood blocks under the deck. 3. Install the front hanger rod to the deck. Install the cotter pin and washer securing the front deck hanger to front deck weldment. 4.
Page 188 Mower Deck System: Service and Repairs Page 7–16 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 189 Chapter 8 Electrical System Table of Contents General Information ..........................8–2 Service and Repairs ..........................8–3 PTO Clutch Replacement ........................8–5 Motion Control and Seat Switch Replacement ................... 8–9 Brake Module Replacement......................8–12 PTO Switch Replacement ........................ 8–13 Ignition Switch Replacement......................8–16 Starter Solenoid Replacement ......................
Page 190: General Information
General Information The TIMECUTTER® series of mowers utilizes a 12VDC electrical system. The system consists of 2 different 12v batteries; 195 CCA and 230 CCA (depending on the model). The electrical system uses 2 neutral/park switches on the motion control levers, seat switch, electronic brake actuator (brake box), blade engagement switch (PTO), ignition switch, main/charge system fuse 25A, and a system fuse 15A.
Page 191: Service And Repairs
Service and Repairs Electrical Assembly 1 g308357 Figure 267 Rubber Strap Positive Battery Cable Ignition Key Wire Harness Ignition Switch Solenoid Cover PTO Switch Negative Battery Cable Solenoid Cap Positive Battery Cable Harness Clip Solenoid Switch Battery TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 8–3 Electrical System: Service and Repairs 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 192 Electrical Assembly 2 g308358 Figure 268 Clutch Stop Clutch Isolator Engine Pulley PTO Clutch Electrical System: Service and Repairs Page 8–4 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 193: Pto Clutch Replacement
PTO Clutch Replacement PTO Clutch Removal 1. Park the machine on a level surface and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove the key. 2. Disconnect the battery by removing the negative battery cable first, then the positive cable from the battery.
Page 194 PTO Clutch Installation (continued) g300625 Figure 271 2. Connect the wiring to the clutch. g300624 Figure 272 3. Install the deck belt to the clutch pulley. 4. Using an appropriate lifting device, lower the machine. 5. Connect the positive battery cable first, then the negative battery cable to the battery.
Page 195 PTO Clutch Testing (continued) g309780 Figure 273 5. See the PTO Clutch Electrical Specifications chart below: Model Number Resistance (OHMs) AMP Draw Continuity to Ground 74694, 75750, 75751, 3.69 ± 5% 3.25A Open 75753, 75755, 75759 75755TA, 75754, 75757, 3.05 ± 5% 3.93A Open 75760...
Page 196 PTO Clutch Continuity to Ground Check (continued) g309780 Figure 274 PTO Clutch Measuring Clutch Current Draw Do not measure current draw if the clutch has shorted to ground or if the resistance measurement is out of specification. 1. Park the machine on a level surface and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove the key.
Page 197: Motion Control And Seat Switch Replacement
PTO Clutch Measuring Clutch Current Draw (continued) 8. Record the amp reading and refer to the PTO Clutch Electrical Specification Chart above. Motion Control and Seat Switch Replacement Motion Control and Seat Switch Removal 1. Park the machine on a level surface and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove the key.
Page 198 Motion Control and Seat Switch Removal (continued) g301692 Figure 277 9. Remove the RH pod from the machine. 10. Disconnect the motion control neutral switch from the steering control box by depressing the tabs on either side of the switch. Disconnect the switch from the connector.
Page 199: Service And Repairs
Motion Control and Seat Switch Installation (continued) 4. Install the smart speed knob to the smart speed lever. Hand tighten with the screw securing the smart speed knob to the smart speed lever. g301691 Figure 279 5. Place the LH pod into position on the machine. 6.
Page 200: Brake Module Replacement
Brake Module Replacement Brake Module Removal 1. Park the machine on a level surface and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove the key. 2. Flip the seat forward. 3. Disconnect the battery by removing the negative battery cable first, then the positive cable from the battery.
Page 201: Pto Switch Replacement
Brake Module Installation 1. Install and hand tighten the 4 Philips head screws securing the bracket to the module. Place the brake module into position on the machine. 2. Install the 2 (3/8 inch) screws securing the brake module bracket to the chassis.
Page 202 PTO Switch Removal (continued) g302095 Figure 283 5. Depress the tabs on the side of the switch and remove the switch from the control panel. g302097 Figure 284 PTO Switch Installation 1. Install the switch to the control panel. Electrical System: Service and Repairs Page 8–14 TIMECUTTER®...
Page 203 PTO Switch Installation (continued) g302097 Figure 285 2. Connect the PTO switch. 3. Install and hand tighten the Philips head screw to the control panel. g302095 Figure 286 4. Connect the battery by installing the positive battery cable first, then the negative cable to the battery.
Page 204: Ignition Switch Replacement
PTO Switch Testing (continued) g316660 Figure 287 4. Using a digital multi-meter set to the OHM or Continuity setting, verify the following: • Pin 2 and 5 should have continuity (closed) • Pin 1 and 4 should have continuity (closed) •...
Page 205 Ignition Switch Removal (continued) g302096 Figure 288 5. Depress the tabs on the side of the switch and remove the switch from the control panel. g302112 Figure 289 Ignition Switch Installation 1. Install the switch to the control panel. TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page 8–17 Electrical System: Service and Repairs 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 206 Ignition Switch Installation (continued) g302112 Figure 290 2. Connect the ignition switch. g302096 Figure 291 3. Install and hand tighten the Philips head screw to the control panel. 4. Connect the battery by installing the positive battery cable first, then the negative cable to the battery.
Page 207: Starter Solenoid Replacement
Ignition Switch Testing (continued) g316681 Figure 292 • 1 — Starting Circuit Terminal • 2 — (No connection) • 3 — Battery Terminal • 4 — Seat Switch and Hour Meter Terminal • 5 — PTO Switch Terminal 1. Remove the control panel from the right console. 2.
Page 208 Starter Solenoid Removal (continued) g302124 Figure 293 5. Remove the 2 (½ inch) nuts securing the battery cable and the starter power cable to the starter solenoid. Note: The battery cable side has an additional red wire for the chassis harness.
Page 209 Starter Solenoid Removal (continued) g302126 Figure 295 7. Remove the 2 (3/8 inch) bolts securing the starter solenoid to the chassis. g302127 Figure 296 8. Remove the starter solenoid from the chassis. Starter Solenoid Installation 1. Install the starter solenoid to the chassis. 2.
Page 210 Starter Solenoid Installation (continued) g302127 Figure 297 3. Install the blue and green wires to the main harness to the starter solenoid. g302126 Figure 298 4. Install the 2 (½) inch nuts securing the battery cable and the starter power cable to the starter solenoid.
Page 211 Starter Solenoid Installation (continued) g302125 Figure 299 5. Install the solenoid terminal cover onto solenoid cover. 6. Connect the battery by installing the positive battery cable first, then the negative cable to the battery. 7. Flip the seat into the operating position. TIMECUTTER®...
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Page 213 Appendix A Foldout Drawings Table of Contents Electrical Drawing Abbreviations......................A–2 Electrical Schematic...........................A–3 TIMECUTTER® Service Manual Page A–1 Foldout Drawings 3433-938 Rev A...
Page 214: Electrical Drawing Abbreviations
Electrical Drawing Abbreviations The following abbreviations are used for wire harness colors on the electrical schematics and wire harness drawings in this chapter. Abbreviation Color Black BR or BM Brown Blue Green Gray Orange Pink R or RD Violet W or WH White Y or YE Yellow...
Page 215: Electrical Schematic
Electrical Schematic g316875 , Drawing Rev A, Sheet 1 3433-938 Rev A Page A–3...

Toro TIMECUTTER 74685 Service Manual

Chapter 1 :Safety

Chapter 2 :Specificationsandmaintenance

Chapter 3 :Troubleshooting

Chapter 4: Engine

Chapter 5 :Chassis

Chapter 6 :Hydrostaticdrivesystem

Chapter 7 :Mowerdecksystem

Chapter 8 :Electricalsystem

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