Model no. 74851-serial no. 314000001 and up
model no. 74852-serial no. 314000001 and up
model no. 74853-serial no. 314000001 and up
model no. 74855-serial no. 314000001 and up (52 pages)
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Form No. 3442-160 Rev A Titan ® ZX4800 or ZX5400 Riding Mower Model No. 75304—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Model No. 75305—Serial No. 400000000 and Up *3442-160* Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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Authorized Service model. Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model The enclosed engine owner's manual is supplied and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 for information regarding the US Environmental...
Contents information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention. The safety-alert symbol (Figure 2) appears both in Safety ............... 4 this manual and on the machine to identify important General Safety ........... 4 safety messages that you must follow to avoid Slope Indicator ...........
Safety Replacing the Mower Belt ......... 38 Mower Maintenance..........39 Blade Safety ............. 39 This machine has been designed in accordance with Servicing the Cutting Blades ......39 ANSI standard B71.1-2017. Leveling the Mower Deck........42 Removing the Mower Deck....... 44 Installing the Mower Deck.........
Slope Indicator g011841 Figure 3 You may copy this page for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can operate the machine on is 15 degrees. Use the slope chart to determine the degree of slope of hills before operating. Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 15 degrees. Fold along the appropriate line to match the recommended slope.
Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or missing. decaloemmarkt Manufacturer's Mark 1. This mark indicates that the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.
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decal130-0731 130-0731 1. Warning—thrown object 2. Cutting hazard of hand or hazard; keep the deflector foot, mower blade—keep shield in place. away from moving parts. decal136-4243 136-4243 1. Fast 4. Reverse 2. Slow 5. Parking brake disengaged 3. Neutral 6. Parking brake engaged decal130-0765 130-0765 1.
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decal138-2456 138-2456 1. Read the Operator’s 3. Do not overfill the fuel Manual. tank. 2. Park the machine on a level surface when filling the fuel tank. decal139-3550 139-3550 1. Height of cut decal139-7473 139-7473 1. Fast 4. PTO—disengage 2. Slow 5.
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decal140-3451 140-3451 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.
Controls Choke Control Use the choke control to start a cold engine (Figure Become familiar with all the controls before you start the engine and operate the machine. Hour Meter Control Panel The hour meter records the number of hours the engine has operated.
Before Operation Safety 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 General Safety approved attachments and accessories. •...
Fuel Safety compartment to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills. • Fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and others and can damage property. Adding Fuel – To prevent a static charge from igniting the fuel, place the container and/or machine directly on Recommended Fuel the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on...
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.
Adjusting the Sit on the seat, engage the parking brake, move the blade-control switch (PTO) to the O Motion-Control Levers position, and move the motion-control levers to N position. Start the engine. EUTRAL LOCK While the engine is running, center either Adjusting the Height motion-control lever and move it forward or reverse;...
During Operation Tighten both bolts to secure the control lever in the new position. Repeat the adjustment for the other control lever. During Operation Safety General Safety • The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible for accidents that may cause personal injury or property damage.
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The operator is responsible for • safe slope operation. Operating the machine on Use only accessories and attachments approved by Toro. any slope requires extra caution. Before using the machine on a slope, do the following: •...
• • Use extra care while operating with accessories or The stopping distance may increase with the attachments, such as grass-collection systems. weight of a towed load. Travel slowly and allow These can change the stability of the machine extra distance to stop. and cause a loss of control.
Engaging the Blade-Control Operating the Throttle Switch (PTO) You can move the throttle control between the F and S positions (Figure 18). Always use the F position when engaging the PTO. g008945 Figure 15 Note: Always engage the blades with the throttle in the F position (Figure...
Operating the Key Switch Starting the Engine Turn the key to the S position (Figure 20). TART Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking. Note: When the engine starts, release the key. Important: Do not engage the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time.
Shutting Off the Engine Driving the Machine Disengage the blades by moving the The drive wheels turn independently, powered by blade-control switch to the O position. hydraulic motors on each axle. You can turn 1 side in reverse while you turn the other forward, causing Engage the parking brake.
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.
Adjusting the Height of Cut Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers The machine is equipped with a foot pedal deck-lift system. You can use the foot pedal to lift the deck Whenever you change the height of cut, adjust the briefly to avoid obstacles and to raise the deck. height of the anti-scalp rollers.
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 more slowly.
After Operation After Operation Safety General Safety • Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operator’s position. Allow the machine to cool before servicing, adjusting, fueling, cleaning, or storing it. •...
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. Please carefully read all the safety instructions. Knowing this information could help you or bystanders avoid injury.
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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 28).
Connect the positive terminal first and the negative last. • To ensure optimum performance, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use could void the product warranty.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Check the safety-interlock system. • Check the engine-oil level. Before each use or daily • Inspect the blades. • Inspect the grass deflector for damage. • Clean the air-cleaner foam element (more often in dusty, dirty conditions). •...
Engine Maintenance Separate the foam and paper elements (Figure 32). Engine Safety • Keep your hands, feet, face, clothing, and other body parts away from the muffler and other hot surfaces. Allow engine components to cool before performing maintenance. • Do not change the engine governor speed or overspeed the engine.
Servicing the Engine Oil Engine-Oil Specifications Oil Type: Detergent oil (including synthetic) of API service SJ or higher Crankcase Capacity: 1.9 L (64 fl oz) with oil filter Viscosity: See the table below. g017552 Figure 33 Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily Note: Check the oil when the engine is cold.
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g027477 Figure 36 Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified g225280 Figure 35 oil into the filler tube and slowly add the additional oil to bring it to the Full mark (Figure 37). Change the engine-oil filter (Figure 36). Note: Ensure that the oil-filter gasket touches the engine and then turn the filter an extra 3/4 turn.
g027478 Figure 38 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.
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.
Electrical System Maintenance Electrical System Safety • Disconnect the battery before repairing the g305646 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.
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Charging the Battery Service Interval: Before storage—Charge the battery and disconnect the battery cables. Remove the battery from the chassis; refer to Removing the Battery (page 35). Charge the battery for a minimum of 1 hour at 6 to 10 A. Note: Do not overcharge the battery.
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 (15 A, blade-type) Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check tire pressure.
2. Nut and frayed edges, burn marks, and cracks on the belt. Replace the mower belt if any of these conditions are Using a spring-removal tool (Toro Part No. evident. 92-5771), remove the idler spring from the deck Park the machine on a level surface, disengage...
Route the new belt around the engine pulley and mower pulleys (Figure 50). Using a spring-removal tool (Toro Part No. Blade Safety 92-5771), install the idler spring over the deck hook and place tension on the idler pulley and •...
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g006530 Figure 51 1. Cutting edge 3. Wear/slot forming g014973 Figure 53 2. Curved area 4. Crack 1. Blade (in position for measuring) 2. Level surface Checking for Bent Blades 3. Measured distance between blade and the surface (A) Note: The machine must be on a level surface for Rotate the same blade 180 degrees so that the following procedure.
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Removing the Blades Replace the blades if they hit a solid object, or if the blade is out of balance or bent. Hold the blade end using a rag or thickly padded glove. Remove the blade bolt, curved washer, and blade from the spindle shaft (Figure 56).
Leveling the Mower Deck Check to ensure that the mower deck is level any time you install the mower or when you see an uneven cut g000553 on your lawn. Figure 58 Check the mower deck for bent blades prior to 1.
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Checking the Front-to-Rear Blade Leveling the Mower Deck Slope Set the anti-scalp rollers to the top holes or remove them completely for this procedure; refer Check the front-to-rear blade level any time you install Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers (page 23). the mower.
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 disconnect the spark-plug wires from the spark plugs. Lower the mower to the 76 mm (3 inches) height-of-cut position.
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 unless you install a mulch plate, discharge deflector, or grass collection system.
Cleaning Position the new discharge deflector with the bracket ends between the welded brackets on the deck as shown in Figure Disposing of Waste Install the spring onto the straight end of the rod. Position the spring on the rod as shown in Figure Engine oil, batteries, hydraulic fluid, and engine so that the shorter spring end comes from...
Storage Add fuel stabilizer/conditioner to fresh fuel in the tank. Follow mixing instructions from the fuel stabilizer manufacturer. Do not Storage Safety use an alcohol-based stabilizer (ethanol or methanol). • Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel for all moving parts to stop before you leave the through the fuel system for 5 minutes.
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.
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.
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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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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.