Form No. 3433-591 Rev A Titan® 5400C Riding Mower Model No. 75310—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
Introduction It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in Section 4442, maintained in effective working order or the engine is constructed, equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire. This rotary-blade, riding lawn mower is intended to be used by homeowners in residential applications.
Checking the Tire Pressure............................... 38 Belt Maintenance ................................................ 39 Inspecting the Belts .......................................... 39 Replacing the Mower Belt ................................. 39 Mower Maintenance............................................. 40 Blade Safety ..................................................... 40 Servicing the Cutting Blades ............................. 40 Leveling the Mower Deck................................
General Safety Safety This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Toro designed and tested this lawn mower to offer reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply with safety instructions may result in injury or death. The following instructions are from ANSI standard B71.1-2017. Safety Alert Symbol • Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings in the Operator’s Manual and other training material, on the machine, engine, and attachments.
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. 2. Align this edge with a vertical surface, a tree, building, fence pole, etc. 3.
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. decal117-1194 117-1194 decalbatterysymbols Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery. 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders away from the battery. 2.
decal130-0731 130-0731 1. Warning—thrown object hazard; keep the deflector shield in place. 2. Cutting hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—keep away from moving parts. decal136-4243 136-4243 1. Fast 2. Slow 4. Reverse 5. Parking brake disengaged 3. Neutral 6. Parking brake engaged decal130-0765 130-0765 1. Read the Operator's Manual. 3. Remove the key from the key switch and read the Operator's Manual before performing maintenance. decal136-4244 136-4244 1. Fast 2. Slow 2.
decal139-3550 139-3550 1. Height of cut decal139-7473 139-7473 1. Fast 4. PTO—disengage 2. Slow 5. PTO—engage 3.
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.
Product Overview g298660 Figure 4 1. Deck-lift pedal 4. Controls 7. Mower deck 2. Height-of-cut pin 5. Engine 8. Anti-scalp roller 3. Motion-control lever 6. Fuel cap 9. Caster wheel 10 10.
Controls Choke Control Become familiar with all the controls before you start the engine and operate the machine. Use the choke control to start a cold engine (Figure 5). Hour Meter Control Panel The hour meter records the number of hours the engine has operated. It operates when the engine is running. Use these times for scheduling regular maintenance (Figure 5). Motion-Control Levers Use the motion-control levers to drive the machine forward, reverse, and turn either direction (Figure 4).
Height-of-Cut Pin Operation The height-of-cut pin works with the foot pedal to lock the deck in a specific cutting height. Adjust the height of cut only when the machine is not moving (Figure 4). Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Attachments/Accessories Before Operation A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities.
Pre-Start Fuel Safety Fill fuel tank on level ground. See Fuel Recommendations in the Specifications section for additional gasoline information. Use extreme care when handling fuel. Do Not add oil to gasoline. In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and vapors are explosive. DANGER Do Not overfill fuel tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of the filler neck. The empty space in the tank allows gasoline to expand.
flame or any enclosed area where open pilot lights or heat appliances are present. DANGER In certain conditions during fueling, static electricity can be released causing a spark which can ignite gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and cause property damage. Adding Fuel • Always place gasoline containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
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. Understanding the Safety-Interlock System The safety-interlock system is designed to prevent the engine from starting unless: • The blade-control switch (PTO) is disengaged.
4. 5. During Operation Sit on the seat, engage the parking brake, move the blade-control switch (PTO) to the OFF position, and move the motion-control levers to NEUTRAL-LOCK position. Start the engine. While the engine is running, center either motion-control lever and move it forward or reverse; the engine should shut off. Repeat for other motion-control lever. During Operation Safety General Safety The operator must use their full attention when operating the machine.
• Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake • • • • is engaged before starting engine. Start the engine carefully according to instructions with feet well away from the blades. Never operate the mower with damaged guards, shields, or covers. Always have safety shields, guards, switches and other devices in place and in proper working condition. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
Towing Safety distance (twice the width of the machine) between the machine and any hazard. Use a walk behind machine or a hand trimmer to mow the grass in these areas. • Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point. • Do not use the machine as a towing vehicle unless it has a hitch installed. • Do not exceed the weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. The towed weight must not exceed the weight of the machine and operator.
Disengaging the Parking Brake To disengage the parking brake, pull the lever out of the detent slot and toward you, then push it down (Figure 11). g295538 Figure 13 g188777 Figure 11 1. Push the parking brake out of the detent slot and toward you. Disengaging the Blade-Control Switch (PTO) 2. Push the parking brake down. Operating the Mower Blade-Control Switch (PTO) The blade-control switch (PTO) starts and stops the mower blades and any powered attachments.
Operating the Choke Operating the Key Switch 1. Use the choke to start a cold engine. 1. Pull up the choke knob to engage the choke before using the key switch (Figure 16). 2. Push down the choke knob to disengage the choke after the engine has started (Figure 16). Turn the key to the START position (Figure 17). Note: When the engine starts, release the key. Important: Do not engage the starter motor for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, wait 10 seconds between attempts.
Starting the Engine CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while it is unattended. Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking. Important: Do not engage the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. Engaging the starter motor for more than 5 seconds can damage the starter motor. If the engine fails to start, wait 10 seconds before operating the engine starter again.
Driving the Machine The drive wheels turn independently, powered by hydraulic motors on each axle. You can turn 1 side in reverse while you turn the other forward, causing the machine to spin rather than turn. This greatly improves the machine maneuverability but may require some time for you to adapt to how it moves. 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.
Using the Side Discharge Adjusting the Height of Cut The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf. The machine is equipped with a foot pedal deck-lift system. You can use the foot pedal to lift the deck briefly to avoid obstacles and to raise the deck. You can adjust the height of cut from 38 to 114 mm (1-1/2 to 4-1/2 inches) in 6 mm (1/4 inch) increments by moving the height-of-cut pin into different hole locations.
Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers Operating Tips Using the Fast Throttle Setting Whenever you change the height of cut, adjust the height of the anti-scalp rollers. For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate the engine at the FAST position. Air is required to thoroughly cut grass clippings, so do not set the height-of-cut so low as to totally surround the mower deck in uncut grass.
After Operation drop onto your lawn. To avoid this, move onto a previously cut area with the blades engaged or you can disengage the mower deck while moving forward. After Operation Safety Keeping the Underside of the Mower Deck Clean General Safety • Park machine on level ground, disengage drives, Clean clippings and dirt from the underside of the mower deck after each use. If grass and dirt build up inside the mower deck, cutting quality will eventually become unsatisfactory.
WARNING WARNING Driving on the street or roadway without turn signals, lights, reflective markings, or a slow moving vehicle emblem is dangerous and can lead to accidents causing personal injury. Loading a machine onto a trailer or truck increases the possibility of tip-over and could cause serious injury or death. Do not drive machine on a public street or roadway. • Use only a full-width ramp; do not use individual ramps for each side of the machine.
g027996 Figure 26 1. Full-width ramp in stowed position 4. Ramp is at least four times (4X) as long as the height of the trailer or truck bed to the ground 2. Side view of full-width ramp in loading position 5. H= height of the trailer or truck bed to the ground 3. Not greater than 15 degrees 6.
Pushing the Machine by Hand Important: Always push the machine by hand. Do not tow the machine, because towing may damage it. Pushing the Machine 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch, and engage the parking brake. 2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Locate the bypass levers on the frame on both sides of the engine. 4.
Maintenance WARNING Removal or modification of original equipment, parts and/or accessories may alter the warranty, controllability, and safety of the machine. Unauthorized modifications to the original equipment or failure to use original Toro parts could lead to serious injury or death. Unauthorized changes to the machine, engine, fuel or venting system, may violate applicable safety standards such as: ANSI, OSHA and NFPA and/or government regulations such as EPA and CARB.
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 and check the air-cleaner element. Check the engine-oil level. Clean the engine air intake screen. Inspect the blades. Inspect the grass deflector for damage. Every 25 hours • Check tire pressure. • Check the belts for wear or cracks.
Engine Maintenance Servicing the Paper Air-Cleaner Element Engine Safety Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Clean the paper air-cleaner element (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). • Shut off the engine before checking the oil or adding oil to the crankcase. Every 200 hours—Replace the paper air-cleaner element (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). • Keep your hands, feet, face, clothing, and other body parts away the muffler and other hot surfaces. 1.
Checking the Engine-Oil Level Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Before each use or daily Service Interval: After the first 8 hours—Change the engine oil. Note: Check the oil when the engine is cold. Every 100 hours—Change the engine oil (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). Important: If you overfill or underfill the engine crankcase with oil and run the engine, you may damage the engine. 1. 2. 3. 1.
g235264 Figure 32 6. Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center. g027477 Figure 33 Changing the Engine-Oil Filter Service Interval: Every 200 hours—Change the engine-oil filter (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). 1. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 32). 2. Change the engine-oil filter (Figure 33). Note: Ensure that the oil-filter gasket touches the engine, and then turn the oil filter an extra 3/4 turn. 3.
Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 100 hours Ensure that the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug. Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing the spark plug and a gapping tool or feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap. Install a new spark plug if necessary. g206628 Figure 35 Type of Spark Plug: NGK® BPR4ES or equivalent Air Gap: 0.75 mm (0.03 inch) Installing the Spark Plug Removing the Spark Plug 1.
Fuel System Maintenance DANGER In certain conditions, fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and others and can damage property. Refer to Adding Fuel (page 14) for a complete list of fuel related precautions. g298720 Figure 37 1. Bolt Replacing the In-Line Fuel Filter 2. Fan housing 5. To prevent debris entering the air intake, install the air filter to the filter base. 6. Clean debris and grass from the parts. 7.
Electrical System Maintenance Electrical System Safety g027590 • Disconnect the battery before repairing the 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. Unplug the charger before connecting or disconnecting the battery. Wear protective clothing and use insulated tools.
Charging the Battery Service Interval: Before storage—Charge the battery and disconnect the battery cables. 1. Remove the battery from the chassis; refer to Removing the Battery (page 36). 2. Charge the battery for a minimum of 1 hour at 6 to 10 A. Note: Do not overcharge the battery. 3. g297596 Figure 39 1. Battery cover 4. 2. Fasteners When the battery is fully charged, unplug the charger from the electrical outlet, then disconnect the charger leads from the battery posts (Figure 41).
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. • Charge Circuit—F2 (25 A, blade-type) Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified. Uneven tire pressure can cause uneven cut.
Belt Maintenance WARNING The spring is under tension when installed and can cause personal injury. Inspecting the Belts Be careful when removing the belt. Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Check the belts for wear or cracks. Replace the belt if it is worn. The signs of a worn belt include squealing while the belt is rotating; the blades slipping while cutting grass; and frayed edges, burn marks, and cracks on the belt.
Mower Maintenance Blade Safety A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece of the blade could be thrown toward you or bystanders, resulting in serious personal injury or death. Trying to repair a damaged blade may result in discontinued safety certification of the product. g006530 Figure 47 • Inspect the blades periodically for wear or damage. • Use care when checking the blades. Wrap the blades or wear gloves, and use caution when servicing the blades.
g014973 g014973 Figure 49 Figure 51 1. Blade (in position for measuring) 1. Opposite blade edge (in position for measuring) 2. Level surface 3. Measured distance between blade and the surface (A) 2. Level surface 3. Second measured distance between blade and surface (B) 4. Rotate the same blade 180 degrees so that the opposing cutting edge is now in the same position (Figure 50). A.
Removing the Blades Replace the blades if they hit a solid object, or if the blade is out of balance or bent. 1. Hold the blade end using a rag or thickly padded glove. 2. Remove the blade bolt, curved washer, and blade from the spindle shaft (Figure 52). g000553 Figure 54 1. Blade 3. 2. Balancer Repeat this procedure until the blade is balanced. Installing the Blades 1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Figure 52).
Leveling the Mower Deck Checking the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope Check to ensure that the mower deck is level any time you install the mower or when you see an uneven cut on your lawn. Check the front-to-rear blade level any time you install the mower. If the front of the mower is more than 7.9 mm (5/16 inch) lower than the rear of the mower, adjust the blade level.
Leveling the Mower Deck 1. Set the anti-scalp rollers to the top holes or remove them completely for this procedure; refer to Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers (page 24). 2. Set the height-of-cut lever to the 76 mm (3 inch) position; refer to Adjusting the Height of Cut (page 23). 3. Place 2 blocks, each having a thickness of 6.6 cm (2-5/8 inches), under each side of the front edge of the deck but not under the anti-scalp roller brackets (Figure 58). 4. Place 2 blocks, each having a thickness of 7.
Installing the Mower Deck g297517 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the parking brake. 2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and disconnect the spark-plug wires from the spark plugs. 3. Slide the mower under the machine. 4. Lower the height-of-cut lever to the lowest position. 5. Place the height-of-cut pin in the lock position for lowest height of cut. 6.
Replacing the Grass Deflector 3. Position the new discharge deflector with the bracket ends between the welded brackets on the deck as shown in Figure 63. Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the grass deflector for damage. 4. Install the spring onto the straight end of the rod. 5. Position the spring on the rod as shown in Figure 63 so that the shorter spring end comes from under the rod before the bend and going over the rod as it returns from the bend. 6.
Cleaning Storage Disposing of Waste Storage Safety • Let the engine cool before storing the machine. • Do not store the machine or fuel near flames or Engine oil, batteries, hydraulic fluid, and engine coolant are pollutants to the environment. Dispose of these according to your state and local regulations. drain the fuel indoors. Cleaning and Storage 1. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the parking brake. 2.
Storing the Battery Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh fuel and used at all times. B. Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). C. Shut off the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel tank using a pump type syphon or operate the engine until it shuts off. D. Fully charge the battery. 2. Let the battery rest for 24 hours, then check the battery voltage. Note: If the battery voltage is below 12.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause The fuel tank is showing signs of collapsing or the machine is frequently showing signs of running out of fuel. 1. The air-cleaner paper element clogged. The engine overheats. 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce the 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.
Problem The machine does not drive. The machine vibrates abnormally. The cutting height is uneven. The blades do not rotate. Possible Cause Corrective Action 1. The bypass valves are open. 1. Close the tow valves. 2. The traction belts are worn, loose, or broken. 3. The traction belts are off the pulleys. 4. The transmission has failed. 2. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 1. The cutting blade(s) is/are bent or unbalanced. 1. Install new cutting blade(s). 2. The blade mounting bolt is loose.
Schematics g297640 Electrical Diagram (Rev.
California Proposition 65 Warning Information What is this warning? You may see a product for sale that has a warning label like the following: WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm—www.p65Warnings.ca.gov. What is Prop 65? Prop 65 applies to any company operating in California, selling products in California, or manufacturing products that may be sold in or brought into California.
