Form No. 3358-275 Rev C TimeCutter® Z5000 Riding Mower Model No. 74370—Serial No. 270000001 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
Warning CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Important: This engine is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws. Figure 1 Under the seat 1.
Safety Controls ............................................................. 11 Operation................................................................... 12 Think Safety First ............................................... 12 Recommended Gasoline..................................... 12 Checking the Engine Oil Level............................ 14 Starting the Engine............................................. 14 Operating the Blades .......................................... 15 Stopping the Engine ...
• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove key before dismounting. • Turn off blades when not mowing. Stop the engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher or unclogging the discharge chute. • Operate the machine only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Service • Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturers’ recommended parts, when necessary. Safe Handling of Gasoline: To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and the vapors are explosive. • Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
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Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. 114-1606 1. Entanglement hazard, belt—keep all guards in place. 106-8717 1. Read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance. 2. Check tire pressure every 25 operating hours. 3. Grease every 25 operating hours. 4. Engine 93-7009 1.
112-9751 1. Parking brake 2. Fast 3. Slow 4. Neutral 5. Reverse 112-9802 1. Height-of-cut 112-9840 3. Remove the ignition key and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance. 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. 2. Height of cut 110-6823 1. Choke 2. Fast 3. Continuous variable setting 4. Slow 5. Power take-off (PTO), Blade control switch on some models 6. Disengage 7. Engage 110-6680 1. Bypass lever, engaged 2. Bypass lever, disengaged 112-9750 1. Parking brake 2. Fast 3. Slow 4.
Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders a safe distance from the battery. 7. Wear eye protection; explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries 8. Battery acid can cause blindness or severe burns. 9. Flush eyes immediately with water and get medical help fast. 10. Contains lead; do not discard. 2. No fire, open flame, or smoking. 3. Caustic liquid/chemical burn hazard 4. Wear eye protection 5. Read the Operator’s Manual. 1. 1.
Product Overview 2 1 3 8 4 5 10 6 7 9 G005179 Figure 3 1. Operator seat 2. Motion control levers 3. Control panel 7. Front caster wheel 8. Rear drive wheel 9. Anti-scalp roller 4. Height of cut lever 5. Footrest 6. Mower deck 10. Washout fitting 1 3 2 4 6 5 G005180 Figure 4 1. Motion control levers 2. Height of cut lever 3. Gas tank cap 4. Engine 5. Deflector 6.
Controls reverse; wheel speed is proportional to the amount the lever is moved. Moving the control levers outward from the center position engages the parking brake and allows the operator to exit the machine (Figure 13). Always position the motion control levers into the park position when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. Become familiar with all of the controls in Figure 3, Figure 4, and Figure 5 before you start the engine and operate the machine.
Recommended Gasoline Operation Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (87 pump octane minimum). Leaded regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not available. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Think Safety First Important: Never use methanol, gasoline containing methanol, or gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol because the fuel system could be damaged. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner to the gas. In certain conditions during fueling, static electricity can be released causing a spark which can ignite the gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property. Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh gasoline. To minimize the chance of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel stabilizer at all times.
2 4 2 1 3 1 3 G005057 4 2 5 G005302 Figure 7 3. Fill to here, approximately 4. Gas tank opening 1. Gas tank body 2. Gas tank neck 6 Figure 9 Checking the Engine Oil Level 1. Control panel 2. Throttle/choke lever—choke position 3. Choke Before you start the engine and use the machine, check the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking the Oil Level in Engine Maintenance , page 23. 4. Turn the ignition key to Start to energize the starter.
2 2 3 1 4 5 G005059 1 6 Figure 11 1. Control panel G005058 2. Blade control switch—On position Figure 10 1. Control panel 4. Off 2. Ignition key—run position 5. Run 3. Ignition key—start position 6. Start Disengaging the Blades Push the blade control switch to Off to disengage the blades (Figure 12). 5. After the engine starts, move the throttle lever to Fast (Figure 10). If the engine stalls or hesitates, move the throttle lever back to Choke for a few seconds.
Driving Forward or Backward The Safety Interlock System The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle control in the Fast position for best performance. Always operate in the full throttle position. If safety interlock switches are disconnected or damaged the machine could operate unexpectedly causing personal injury. • Do not tamper with the interlock switches.
1 To turn, release pressure on the motion control lever toward the direction you want to turn (Figure 13). The farther you move the motion control levers in either direction, the faster the machine will move in that direction. 4-1/2 mm) 4-1/2 inin(1(1 1515 mm) mm) 4 in in.(102 (102 mm) 3-1/2 inin(89 mm) 3-1/2 (89 mm) 33 in in(76 (76mm) mm) 2-1/2 in (64 mm) 2-1/2 in (64 mm) 2 in ( 51 mm) 2 in ( 51 mm) 1-1/2 inin(38 mm) 1-1/2 (38 mm) To stop, pull the motion control levers to neutral. Backward 1.
To Push the Machine Adjusting the Motion Control Levers 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch. 2. Move the motion control levers outward to park position, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Locate the bypass levers at the rear of the machine, on the left and right side of the frame. 4.
Mowing Direction Alternate mowing direction to keep the grass standing straight. This also helps disperse clippings which enhances decomposition and fertilization. Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or complete grass catcher assembly mounted in place, you and others are exposed to blade contact and thrown debris. Contact with rotating mower blade(s) and thrown debris will cause injury or death. Mow at Correct Intervals Normally, mow every four days.
daily for sharpness, and for any wear or damage. File down any nicks and sharpen the blades as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure Before each use or daily • • • • • • Check the safety interlock system. Check the air cleaner for dirty, loose or damaged parts. Check the engine oil level. Check air intake and cooling areas, clean as necessary. Check the cutting blades. Clean the mower housing.
Premaintenance Procedures Lubrication Raising the Seat Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease all lubrication points. Greasing the Bearings Make sure the motion control levers are locked in the park position. Lift the seat forward and lower it to the floor board. Grease Type: No. 2 General Purpose Lithium Base Grease The following components can be accessed by raising the seat: 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch. • Serial plate 2.
Engine Maintenance 4. Connect a grease gun to each fitting (Figure 19 and Figure 20). Pump grease into the fittings until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings. Servicing the Air Cleaner 5. Wipe up any excess grease. Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the air cleaner for dirty, loose or damaged parts. This engine is equipped with a replaceable, high density paper air cleaner element. Check the air cleaner daily or before starting the engine.
Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged element. Handle new elements carefully; do not use if the rubber seal is damaged. 1 4. Clean all air cleaner components of any accumulated dirt or foreign material. Prevent any dirt from entering the carburetor. 5. Install the air cleaner element with the pleated side “out” and seat the rubber seal onto the edges of the air cleaner base (Figure 21). 2 6. Reinstall the air cleaner cover and secure with the two knobs (Figure 21).
2. Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly lower than the opposite side to assure the oil drains completely. 3. Disengage the blade control switch and move the motion controls outward to the park position. 4. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 5. Clean the area around the drain plug and on the machine frame. Place a pan underneath machine directly below the drain hole in the frame as shown in Figure 24. 11.
Note: Due to the deep recess around the spark plug, blowing out the cavity with compressed air is usually the most effective method for cleaning. The spark plug is most accessible when the blower housing is removed for cleaning. 2. Tighten the spark plug to 30 ft-lb (41 N⋅m). 3. Push the wire onto the spark plug (Figure 26). Cleaning the Blower Housing 3. Remove the spark plug and metal washer.
Fuel System Maintenance 6 In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property. 1 3 5 • Perform any fuel related maintenance when the engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open area. Wipe up any gasoline that spills. G005071 2 • Never smoke when draining gasoline, and stay away from an open flame or where a spark may ignite the gasoline fumes. 4 Figure 28 1. Fuel line from tank 2. Hose clamp 3.
Electrical System Maintenance Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the machine and cables causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. Warning CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
G005073 Figure 30 1. Positive battery post 2. Negative battery post 3. Red (+) charger lead 4. Black (-) charger lead Note: Do not run the machine with the battery disconnected, electrical damage may occur. 1 2 Figure 31 1. Main-30 amp Installing the Battery 1. Position the battery in the tray with the terminal posts toward the operating position (Figure 29). 2. Install the positive (red) battery cable to the positive (+) battery terminal using the fasteners removed previously. 3.
Drive System Maintenance Mower Maintenance Checking the Tire Pressure Maintain sharp blades throughout the cutting season because sharp blades cut cleanly without tearing or shredding the grass blades. Tearing and shredding turns grass brown at the edges, which slows growth and increases the chance of disease. Servicing the Cutting Blades Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check tire pressure. Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified. Uneven tire pressure can cause uneven cut.
Removing the Blades The blades must be replaced if a solid object is hit, if the blade is out of balance, or the blade is bent. To ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards. Figure 33 1. Cutting edge 2. Curved area 3. Wear/slot forming Hold the blade end using a rag or thickly-padded glove.
G005278 2 Figure 37 1. Blade 3 2. Balancer 3 1 2 Installing the Blades 4 1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Figure 35). Important: The curved part of the blade must be pointing upward toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting. 4 Figure 38 1. Blades side to side 2. Outside cutting edges 2. Install the blade stiffener, the curved washer (cupped side toward the blade) and the blade bolt (Figure 35). 3. Measure here 6.
6. Measure from the tip of the front blade to the flat surface and the tip of the rear blade to the flat surface (Figure 40). If the front blade tip is not 1/16-5/16 inch (1.6-7.9 mm) lower than the rear blade tip, adjust the front locknut. 3 4 1 2 3 6 1 2 3 2 5 3 G005074 G005279 Figure 40 1. Blades front to rear 2. Outside cutting edges 3. Measure here Figure 39 1. Hanger bracket 2. Rear locking nut 3. Side locking nut 4. Centric adjustment plate 5. Socket wrench hole 6.
is 1/16-5/16 inch (1.6-7.9 mm) lower than the rear blade tip (Figure 40). 10. When the front-to-rear blade slope is correct check the side-to-side level of the mower again; refer to Leveling the Mower from Side-to-Side. Removing the Mower 2 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch. 2. Move the motion control levers outward to the park position, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
Replacing the Grass Deflector The spring is under tension when installed and can cause personal injury. An uncovered discharge opening could allow the lawn mower to throw objects in the operator’s or bystander’s direction and result in serious injury. Also, contact with the blade could occur. Be careful when removing the belt. 3 5 2 1 Never operate the lawn mower unless you install a cover plate, a mulch plate, or a grass chute and catcher. 3 1. Locate items shown in Figure 45. 2.
3 Cleaning 4 Washing the Underside of the Mower 5 6 Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Clean the mower housing. 2 Wash the underside of the mower to prevent grass buildup for improved mulch action and clipping dispersal. 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch. 2. Move the motion control levers outward to the park position, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3.
Storage Note: If the mower is not clean after one washing, soak it and let it stand for 30 minutes. Then repeat the process. Cleaning and Storage 8. Run the mower again for one to three minutes to remove excess water. 1. Disengage the blade control switch, move the motion controls outward to the park position, stop the engine, and remove the key. 2. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the entire machine, especially the engine.
Important: Do not store stabilizer/conditioned gasoline over 30 days. 11. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its condition; refer to Servicing the Spark Plug in Engine Maintenance , page 23. With the spark plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug hole. Use the starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside the cylinder. Install the spark plug(s). Do not install the wire on the spark plug(s). 12. Clean any dirt and chaff from the top of the mower. 13.
Troubleshooting Problem The engine overheats. Possible Cause 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce ground speed. 2. The oil level in the crankcase is low. 3. The cooling fins and air passages under the engine blower housing are plugged. 4. The air cleaner is dirty. 2. Add oil to the crankcase. 3. Remove the obstruction from the cooling fins and air passages. 5. Dirt, water, or stale fuel is in fuel system.
Problem There is abnormal vibration. Uneven cutting height. Possible Cause 1. The engine mounting bolts are loose. 1. Tighten the engine mounting bolts. 2. The engine pulley, idler pulley, or blade pulley is loose. 3. The engine pulley is damaged. 4. The cutting blade(s) is/are bent or unbalanced. 5. A blade mounting bolt is loose. 6. A blade spindle is bent. 2. Tighten the appropriate pulley. 1. The blade(s) is not sharp. 1. Sharpen the blade(s). 2. A cutting blade(s) is/are bent. 3.
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