Form No. 3392-280 Rev C DH 220 Lawn Tractor Model No. 74596—Serial No. 315000001 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
This product complies with all relevant European directives. For details, see the separate product specific Declaration of Conformity (DOC) sheet. g000502 Figure 2 1. Safety alert symbol Introduction This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention. This rotary-blade, riding lawn mower is intended to be used by residential homeowners.
Contents Cleaning the Grass Collector and Tunnel........................................................... 32 Mower Deck Maintenance.................................... 32 Servicing the Blades ......................................... 32 Removing the Mower........................................ 33 Installing the Mower.......................................... 34 Storage ................................................................... 34 Troubleshooting .................................................
Fuel Safety Safety WARNING-Fuel is highly flammable. Take the following precautions. • Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose. • Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refueling. • Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.
• Before attempting to start the engine, disengage • • • • • • • • • • • • • all blade attachment clutches and shift into neutral. Do not operate without either the entire grass catcher or the deflector or a self-closing discharge-opening guard in place. Remember there is no such thing as a safe slope. Travel on grass slopes requires particular care.
Sound Pressure straps should be directed down and outward from the machine. This unit has a sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 82 dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 1 dBA. The sound pressure level was determined according to the procedures outlined in EN ISO 5395:2013. Toro Riding Mower Safety The following paragraph contains safety information specific to Toro products that is not included in the CEN standard. Sound Power Use only Toro-approved attachments.
Slope Indicator g011841 Figure 3 This page may be copied for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can safely 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. 2. Align this edge with a vertical surface, a tree, building, fence pole, etc. 3. Example of how to compare slope with folded edge.
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. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. decal104-3238 119–5517 decal93-7276 93-7276 1. Explosion hazard—wear eye protection. 3. Fire hazard—no fire, open flames, or smoking. 2.
decal111-5630 111-5630 1. Moving in reverse enabled 3. Empty the grass collector 2. Lights 4. Power Take-off (PTO) decal119-2725 119-2725 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. decal111-5941 111–5941 2. Warning—remove the spark plug wire before performing any maintenance on the machine. 1. Warning—keep hands away from moving parts. 3. Tipping hazard—do not operate on slopes greater than 10 degrees. 4.
Product Overview Controls Become familiar with the controls (Figure 4) before you start the engine and operate the machine. decal119-2726 119-2726 1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine. 2. Cutting hazard of hand or foot—stay away moving parts, keep all guards and shields in place. decal119-2730 119-2730 1. Crushing/dismemberment hazard of bystanders—do not turn the key while children are present; keep children a safe distance from the machine.
Specifications Operation Weight 256 kg Length 260 cm Width 110 cm Cutting Width 102 cm Height 119 cm Engine Speed 2,600 rpm Nominal Engine Power 12.1 Kw at 3,000 rpm Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Filling the Fuel Tank • For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than 30 days old), unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method).
2. Clean around the fuel tank cap and remove it. 3. Add the unleaded regular gasoline to the fuel tank until the level is 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6 to 13 mm) below the bottom of the filler neck. Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. 2. Move the parking brake lever to the left (Figure 5). 3. Gradually release the brake pedal. Positioning the Seat Note: This space in the tank allows fuel to expand. The seat can move forward and backward.
Engaging the Blades 1. Depress the brake pedal to stop the machine. 2. Pull the blade control (PTO) knob out to the Engaged position (Figure 4). Disengaging the Blades 1. Depress the brake pedal to stop the machine. 2. Push the blade control (PTO) knob into the Disengaged position (Figure 4). Setting the Height of Cut Use the height-of-cut lever to raise and lower the mower to the desired cutting height.
Note: To start a warm engine, push in the choke knob. 7. CAUTION If the safety interlock switches are disconnected or damaged, the machine could operate unexpectedly, causing personal injury. Turn the ignition key clockwise and hold it in the Start position (Figure 10). • Do not tamper with the interlock switches. • Check the operation of the interlock switches daily and replace any damaged switches before operating the machine.
g017873 Figure 12 1. Operating-in-reverse light 4. 5. 6. Operate the machine in reverse and complete your task. Disengage the blades (PTO) to activate the interlock. Remove the KeyChoice key and put it in a safe place out of the reach of children. g017872 Figure 11 Testing the Safety Interlock System 1. KeyChoice switch DANGER CAUTION You could back over a child or bystander while the mower blades or other attachment is engaged and cause serious injury or death.
put the traction control pedal in the Neutral position, and start the engine. While the engine is running, shift the blade control (PTO) knob into the Engage position and put the traction control pedal in the Reverse position: The engine should stop. 5. 6. With the parking brake set, shift the blade control (PTO) knob into the Disengage position and put the traction control pedal in the Neutral position.
CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while it is unattended. Always remove the ignition and KeyChoice keys and set the parking brake when leaving the machine unattended, even if it is just for a few minutes. Using the Recycle on Demand You can activate or deactivate the recycle-on-demand feature while the machine is mowing or is stopped. If you are bagging grass that is tall and thick, raise the height-of-cut and mow at a slower speed.
3. Pull the grass collector dump lever forward and tilt the grass collector (Figure 16). g017876 Figure 17 1. Locking latch 2. Disengage the blades (PTO) and move the throttle to the Slow position. 3. Pull the grass collector dump lever forward and tilt the grass collector (Figure 18) until the locking latch engages to lock the grass collector in the open position (Figure 19). g017877 Figure 16 1. Grass collector dump lever 4. Empty the grass collector. 5.
g017883 g017878 Figure 19 Figure 20 1. Locking latch 4. Mow the grass with the grass collector in the open position as desired. 5. Before returning the grass collector to the operating position, move the machine forward to clear the grass collector of the deposited grass. 6. Slowly lower the dump lever to return the grass collector to the operating position. 1.
Operating Tips • For the best performance, operate the engine at the maximum speed. The mower requires air to thoroughly cut grass clippings, so do not set the height-of-cut too low or completely surround the mower in uncut grass. Always leave one side of the mower free from uncut grass to allow the air to be drawn into the mower. • Cut the grass slightly longer than normal to ensure that the cutting height of the mower does not scalp any uneven ground.
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 5 hours • Change the engine oil. Before each use or daily • • • • • • Check the safety interlock system. Check the engine oil level. Check the battery electrolyte level. Check the brake. Check the blades. Clean the mower housing. Every 25 hours • Grease and lubricate the machine.
6. Connect a grease gun to each fitting and pump grease into it. 7. Wipe up any excess grease.
6. Allow the engine to cool. 7. Open the hood. Cleaning the Air Filter 1. 2. Removing the Air Filter 1. 2. Clean around the air filter cover to prevent dirt from getting into the engine and causing damage. Inspect the air filter for tears, and oily film, or damage to the rubber seal. To loosen the debris, gently tap the filter on a hard surface. If the filter is excessively dirty, replace it with a new filter.
g008312 Figure 26 g008311 Figure 25 1. Drain plug 1. Dipstick/fill hole 3. Filler tube 2. Metal end 8. 9. 10. 10. Unscrew the dipstick and wipe the metal end clean (Figure 25). Note: Note: Recycle the used engine oil properly. Screw the dipstick fully onto the filler tube (Figure 25). Unscrew the dipstick again and look at the metal end. If the engine oil level is low, slowly pour only enough oil into the filler tube to raise the level to the Full mark on the dipstick. 11.
5. Tighten the filter an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn (Figure 27). 6. Fill the crankcase with the proper type of new engine oil; refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level (page 23). Checking the Spark Plug 1. Look at the center of the spark plug (Figure 29). If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating on the insulator usually means that the air cleaner is dirty. Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check the spark plug.
Fuel System Maintenance 8. Pull the fuel line off the fuel filter (Figure 30) and allow the fuel to drain into an approved fuel container or a drain pan. Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty. Draining the Fuel Tank 9. Drain the fuel tank when you will not be using the machine for more than 30 days. 10. Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter.
9. 10. Electrical System Maintenance Install a new fuel filter and move the hose clamps close to it. Close the hood. Replacing the Headlight Bulbs 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Disengage the blades (PTO). Set the parking brake. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Remove the ignition key. Open the hood. Pull out the bulb socket (Figure 32). g017879 Figure 32 1. Bulb 7. 2. Bulb socket Bend the wire tabs in the metal sleeve (that hold the bulb in place) out of the way; refer to Figure 33.
10. Bend the wire tabs in behind the bulb to hold it in place. 11. Install the bulb socket. Removing the Battery WARNING Battery terminals or metal tools could short against metal machine components causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. Replacing the Fuses The electrical system is protected by fuses. They are located beneath the hood, near the fuel tank (Figure 34). If a fuse goes out, check the circuit wiring for a short.
WARNING Routing the battery cables improperly could damage the machine and cables, causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. • Always disconnect the negative (black) battery cable before disconnecting the positive (red) cable. g006918 Figure 36 1. Filler caps 3. Lower line 2. Upper line • Always connect the positive (red) battery cable before connecting the negative (black) cable.
Charging the Battery Drive System Maintenance WARNING Charging the battery produces gasses that can explode. Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and flames away from the battery. Checking the Tire Pressure Service Interval: Every 25 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) Important: Always keep the battery fully charged (1.260 specific gravity), especially below 32°F (0°C) to prevent battery damage. 1. Remove the battery from the chassis; refer to Removing the Battery (page 28). 2.
Servicing the Grass Collector Note: If the machine takes more than 1 m (3 ft) to stop at high speed in the highest gear, adjust the brake. Checking the Brake Removing the Grass Collector Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Park the machine on a level surface. 2. Disengage the blades (PTO). 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 5. Remove the ignition key. 6. Pull the drive control out to the Push position (Figure 13). 7.
seated on the mower. The mower will not function unless the grass collector is properly attached. Mower Deck Maintenance Unlock the locking pin to allow for emptying the grass collector. Servicing the Blades Note: Ensure that the grass collector is properly 2. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Cleaning the Grass Collector and Tunnel 1. Disengage the blades (PTO). 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 4. Remove the ignition key. 5.
Important: If the shear pins are broken, the mower belt may be damaged. Inspect the belt; refer to Removing the Mower (page 33). Important: Ensure that the right and left blades are installed in the proper positions with the bent edges of the blades pointing toward the top of the mower to ensure proper cutting. Removing the Blades 1. 2. 3. 4. 2. Remove the mower; refer to Removing the Mower (page 33). Carefully tip the mower over. Remove the bolts, washers, and blades (Figure 41).
Storage 1. Disengage the blades (PTO). 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 4. Remove the ignition key. 5. Remove the grass collector and clean it; refer to Removing the Grass Collector (page 31). 6. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the entire machine, especially the engine. Clean the dirt and chaff from the outside of the engine cylinder head fins and blower housing. g017882 Figure 45 1. Front arm linkage 4.
F. Start and run the engine until it will not start again. G. Recycle the old fuel according to local codes. H. Close the fuel shut-off valve. Important: Do not store stabilizer/conditioned fuel over 90 days. 13. Remove and inspect the spark plug; refer to Servicing the Spark Plug (page 25). With the spark plug removed from the engine, pour 2 tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug hole. Use the electric starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside the cylinder.
Troubleshooting Problem The starter does not crank. The engine overheats. The machine does not drive. The engine does not start, starts hard, or fails to keep running. Possible Cause 1. The blade control (PTO) knob is engaged. 1. Move the blade control (PTO) knob to the Disengaged position. 2. The parking brake is not on. 3. The battery is dead. 4. The electrical connections are corroded or loose. 5. A fuse is blown. 6. A relay or switch is damaged. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Charge the battery. 4.
Problem There is abnormal vibration. The blades do not rotate. The cutting height is uneven. Possible Cause Corrective Action 1. The blades are bent or unbalanced. 1. Install a new blades. 2. The blade mounting screws are loose. 3. The engine mounting bolts are loose. 4. There is a loose engine pulley, idler pulley, or blade pulley. 5. The engine pulley is damaged. 6. The blade drive belt is damaged. 2. Tighten the blade mounting screws. 3. Tighten the engine mounting bolts. 4.
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