Form No. 3358-279 Rev C TimeCutter® Z5040 Riding Mower Model No. 74374—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 and Stopping 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 110-6654 1. Fast 1. Parking brake 2. Fast 3. Slow 5. Power take-off (PTO), Blade control switch on some models 6. Disengage 2. Continuous variable setting 3. Slow 4. Choke 4. Neutral 5. Reverse 7. Engage 110-6680 1. Bypass lever, engaged 2. Bypass lever, disengaged 112-9802 1. Height-of-cut 110-6690 1. Bypass lever, engaged 2. Bypass lever, disengaged 112-9750 1. Parking brake 2. Fast 3. Slow 112-9840 4. Neutral 5. Reverse 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. 2. Height of cut 8 3.
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. 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 or backward turns the wheel on the same side forward or in 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 brake position when you stop the machine or leave it unattended.
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.
3. Move the Choke switch to open before starting a cold engine (Figure 10). 4 Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking. 2 1 6 3 2 1 G005302 3 Figure 7 3. Fill to here, approximately 4. Gas tank opening 1. Gas tank body 2. Gas tank neck 2 G005183 4 Checking the Engine Oil Level 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. 5 Figure 9 Starting and Stopping the Engine 1.
7 2 2 3 1 4 G005185 1 5 6 Figure 11 1. Control panel G005184 2. Blade control switch—On position Figure 10 1. 2. 3. 4. Disengaging the Blades 5. Run Control panel Ignition key—run position 6. Start Ignition key—start position 7. Choke switch—closed Off Push the blade control switch to Off to disengage the blades (Figure 12). 5. After the engine starts, move the close the Choke switch (Figure 10). If the engine stalls or hesitates, open the Choke switch 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.
Adjusting the Height of Cut To turn, release pressure on the motion control lever toward the direction you want to turn (Figure 13). 1. Enter the operator’s position. Place a foot on the foot assist pedal and apply pressure. The farther you move the motion control levers in either direction, the faster the machine will move in that direction. 2. While maintaining pressure on the pedal, pull inward and up on the height-of-cut lever and move it to the desired position.
Adjusting the Motion Control Levers 1 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) Adjusting the Height The motion control levers can be adjusted higher or lower for maximum operator comfort. 1. Remove the 2 bolts holding the control lever to the control arm shaft (Figure 17). 2. Move the control lever to the next set of holes.
To Push the Machine 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. Move the bypass levers rearward and then down to lock them in place as shown in Figure 18 to disengage the wheel motors.
Mowing Direction grass brown at the edges, which slows growth and increases the chance of disease. Check the cutter blades 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. Alternate mowing direction to keep the grass standing straight. This also helps disperse clippings which enhances decomposition and fertilization.
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 After the first 8 hours • Change the engine oil. Before each use or daily • • • • • Check the safety interlock system. Clean the air intake screen. Check the engine oil level. Check the cutting blades. Clean the mower housing. Every 25 hours • • • • Grease all lubrication points. Service the foam air cleaner.
Premaintenance Procedures Lubrication Raising the Seat Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease all lubrication points. 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 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch. 2.
Engine Maintenance Every 50 hours—Service the paper air cleaner. (more often in dusty, dirty conditions) Servicing the Air Cleaner Every 200 hours—Replace the paper air cleaner. (more often in dusty, dirty conditions) Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently (every few hours) if operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. 1. Foam Element A. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm water. When the element is clean, rinse it thoroughly. Removing the Foam and Paper Elements 1.
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 4 3. Clean around the oil dipstick (Figure 25) so that dirt cannot fall into the fill hole and damage the engine. 4. Unscrew the oil dipstick and wipe the end clean (Figure 25). 3 2 1 G005768 Figure 23 1. Air cleaner cover 2. Fan housing 3. Fastener 4. Air intake screen 1 G005765 2 3 Figure 25 Servicing the Engine Oil 1. Oil dipstick 2. Filler tube Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG, SH, or SJ) Crankcase Capacity: 1.6 qt (1.
2. Remove the old filter (Figure 27). 3. Apply a thin coat of new oil to the rubber gasket on the replacement filter. Components will be hot if the machine has been running. If you touch hot components you may be burned. G005674 Allow the machine to cool before performing maintenance or touching components under the hood. 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 26). 6.
Installing the Spark Plug(s) 3. Pull the wire(s) off of the spark plug(s) (Figure 28). Clean around the spark plug(s) to prevent dirt from falling into the engine and potentially causing damage. 1. Install the spark plug(s). Make sure that the air gap is set correctly. 2. Tighten the spark plug(s) to 16 ft-lb (22 N⋅m). 4. Remove the spark plug(s) and metal washer. 3. Push the wire(s) onto the spark plug(s) (Figure 28). 1 1 G005770 Figure 28 1. Spark plug location Checking the Spark Plug 1.
Fuel System Maintenance 1 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. 5 4 2 • Perform any fuel related maintenance when the engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open area. Wipe up any gasoline that spills. G005771 3 • Never smoke when draining gasoline, and stay away from an open flame or where a spark may ignite the gasoline fumes. Figure 30 1. Fuel filter 2. Fuel line from tank 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 32 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 33 1. Main-30 amp Installing the Battery 1. Position the battery in the tray with the terminal posts toward the operating position (Figure 31). 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 35 1. Cutting edge 2. Curved area 3. Wear/slot forming Hold the blade end using a rag or thickly-padded glove.
G005278 2 Figure 39 1. Blade 3 2. Balancer 3 1 2 Installing the Blades 4 1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Figure 37). Important: The curved part of the blade must be pointing upward toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting. 4 Figure 40 1. Blades side to side 2. Sail area of blade 2. Install the blade stiffener, the curved washer (cupped side toward the blade) and the blade bolt (Figure 37). 3. Outside cutting edges 4. Measure here 6.
surface (Figure 42). 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 2 4 1 3 1 2 6 3 3 2 5 G005279 Figure 42 G005074 1. Blades front to rear 2. Outside cutting edges 7. To adjust the front-to-rear blade slope, rotate the adjustment nut in the front of the mower (Figure 43). Figure 41 1. Hanger bracket 2. Rear locking nut 3. Side locking nut 3. Measure here 4. Centric adjustment plate 5.
is 1/16-5/16 inch (1.6-7.9 mm) lower than the rear blade tip (Figure 42). 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 47. 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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