Toro TimeCutter HD MyRide 48in, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...ter HD MyRide 48in 54in and 60in Riding Mower Model No 75211 Serial No 400000000 and Up Model No 75212 Serial No 400000000 and Up Model No 75213 Serial No 400000000 and Up Register at www Toro com Original Instructions EN 3415 511 A ...

Page 2: ...h altitude label for your machine To locate a dealer convenient to you access our website at www Toro com or contact our Toro Customer Care Department at the number s listed in your Emission Control Warranty Statement Remove the kit from the engine and restore the engine to its original factory configuration when running the engine under 1500 m 5 000 ft Do not operate an engine that has been conve...

Page 3: ...utting Off the Engine 22 Using the Motion Control Levers 22 Driving the Machine 23 Using the Smart SpeedTM Control System 24 Stopping the Machine 24 Using the Side Discharge 25 Adjusting the Height of Cut 26 Adjusting the Anti Scalp Rollers 27 Using Attachments and Accessories 27 Operating Tips 28 After Operation 29 After Operation Safety 29 Pushing the Machine by Hand 29 Transporting the Machine ...

Page 4: ...chine without all guards and other safety protective devices in place and working on the machine Keep clear of any discharge opening Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the machine Keep children out of the operating area Never allow children to operate the machine Stop the machine and shut off the engine before servicing fueling or unclogging the machine Improperly using or maintaining this ...

Page 5: ...s 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 5 ...

Page 6: ... decalbatterysymbols Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 1 Explosion hazard 6 Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the battery 2 No fire open flame or smoking 7 Wear eye protection explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries 3 Caustic liquid chemical burn hazard 8 Battery acid can cause blindness or severe burns 4 Wear eye protection 9 Flush eyes immedi...

Page 7: ...k 3 Height of cut 2 Transport unlock decal131 1097 131 1097 1 Oil drain decal132 0872 132 0872 1 Thrown object hazard keep bystanders away from the machine 3 Severing hazard of hand or foot keep away from moving parts 2 Thrown object hazard raised baffle do not operate the machine with an open deck use a bagger or a baffle 4 Entanglement hazard keep away from moving parts keep all guards and shiel...

Page 8: ... key and disconnect the spark plug wire 6 Crushing dismemberment hazard of bystanders in reverse and forward do not carry passengers look behind and down when reversing 3 Cutting dismemberment hazard mower blade entanglement hazard belt stay away from moving parts and keep all guards and shields in place 7 Tipping hazard do not use the machine near drop offs with slopes greater than 15 degrees or ...

Page 9: ...e 2 Slow 5 PTO engage 3 Choke decal136 4243 136 4243 1 Fast 4 Reverse 2 Slow 5 Parking brake disengaged 3 Neutral 6 Parking brake engaged decal136 4244 136 4244 1 Fast 3 Neutral 2 Slow 4 Reverse decal136 4245 136 4245 1 Slow 3 Fast 2 Transport 9 ...

Page 10: ...hours 4 Check the tire pressure every 25 operating hours 2 Engine oil 5 Read the Operator s Manual before performing maintenance 3 Check the tire pressure every 25 operating hours decal136 9186 136 9186 1 Read the Operator s Manual before adding weight to the bucket 10 ...

Page 11: ...come familiar with all controls in Figure 6 and Figure 7 before you start the engine and operate the machine g188738 Figure 6 1 Hour meter 4 Ignition switch 2 Throttle control 5 PTO switch 3 Choke control 6 12 V power point g188776 Figure 7 1 Fuel gauge Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge displays the amount of fuel in the tank Figure 7 Throttle Control The throttle controls the engine speed and it has a co...

Page 12: ...t down Foot Pedal Deck Lift System The foot pedal deck lift system allows you to lower and raise the deck from the seated position You can use the foot pedal to lift the deck briefly to avoid obstacles or lock the deck in the highest height of cut or transport position Figure 5 Smart Speed Control System Lever The Smart Speed Control System lever located below the operating position gives you a ch...

Page 13: ...und away from your vehicle before filling Remove the equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it while it is on the ground If this is not possible then refuel from a portable container rather than a fuel dispenser nozzle Do not operate the machine without the entire exhaust system in place and in proper working condition Keep the fuel dispenser nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank...

Page 14: ...se fuel stabilizer at all times Filling the Fuel Tank 1 Park the machine on a level surface 2 Engage the parking brake 3 Shut off the engine and remove the key 4 Clean around the fuel tank cap 5 Fill the fuel tank until the fuel gauge reads at the full mark Figure 8 Note Do not fill the fuel tank completely full The empty space in the tank allows the fuel to expand g197123 Figure 8 Checking the En...

Page 15: ...A at the operator s ear and can cause hearing loss through extended periods of exposure Wear hearing protection when operating this machine Use protective equipment for your eyes ears hands feet and head G009027 1 2 g009027 Figure 10 1 Wear eye protection 2 Wear hearing protection Using the Safety Interlock System WARNING If the safety interlock switches are disconnected or damaged the machine cou...

Page 16: ...otion control levers to the NEUTRAL LOCK position Start the engine While the engine is running release the parking brake engage the blade control switch PTO and rise slightly from the seat the engine should shut off 4 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 ...

Page 17: ...e slots for the rear shock assemblies have detent positions for reference You can position the rear shock assemblies anywhere in the slot not just in the detent positions The following graphic shows the position for a soft or firm ride and the different detent positions Figure 12 g195744 Figure 12 1 Firmest position 3 Detents in the slots 2 Softest position Note Ensure that the left and right rear...

Page 18: ... the machine only in good visibility to avoid holes or hidden hazards Avoid mowing on wet grass Reduced traction could cause the machine to slide Ensure that all drives are in neutral the parking brake is engaged and you are in the operating position before you start the engine Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting units Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times Look behind and dow...

Page 19: ...sy operating the machine on a slope do not do it Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Choose a low ground speed so you will not have to stop or shift while on a slope A rollover can occur before the tires lose traction Avoid operating the machine on wet grass Tires may lose traction regardless if the brakes...

Page 20: ...ull up the parking brake 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 16 g188777 Figure 16 1 Push the parking brake out of the detent slot and toward you 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 powere...

Page 21: ... the engine has started Figure 21 G008959 1 2 g008959 Figure 21 1 ON position 2 OFF position Operating the Ignition Switch 1 Turn the ignition key to the START position Figure 22 Note When the engines starts release the key Important Do not engage starter for more than 5 seconds at a time If the engine fails to start allow a 15 second cool down period between attempts Failure to follow these instr...

Page 22: ...ils to start wait 10 seconds before operating the engine starter again g189354 Figure 23 Shutting Off the Engine 1 Disengage the blades by moving the blade control switch to the OFF position Figure 21 2 Move the throttle lever to the FAST position 3 Turn the ignition key to the OFF position and remove the key Using the Motion Control Levers g004532 Figure 24 1 Motion control lever NEUTRAL LOCK pos...

Page 23: ...ce Always operate in the full throttle position when mowing CAUTION The machine can spin very rapidly which may cause you to lose control of machine resulting in personal injury or damage to machine Use caution when making turns Slow the machine down before making sharp turns Driving Forward Note The engine stops when you move the traction control with the parking brake engaged To stop pull the mo...

Page 24: ...ary by grass type moisture content and the height of the grass Suggested uses Trim Tow Mow Parking X Heavy wet grass X Training X Bagging X Mulching X Normal mowing X Transport X Trim This is the lowest speed The suggested uses for this speed are as follows Parking Heavy wet grass mowing conditions Training Tow This is the medium speed The suggested uses for this speed are as follows Bagging Mulch...

Page 25: ...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 Never remove the grass deflector from the mower because the grass deflector routes material down toward the turf If the grass deflector is ever damaged replace it immediately Never put your hands or feet under the mower Nev...

Page 26: ...gure 28 Transport Lock Position Adjusting the Height of Cut 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 relocating the height of cut pin into different hole locations 1 Push on the deck lift pedal with your foot and raise the mower deck to the transport lock position also the 114 mm 4 1 2 inches cutting height position as shown in Figure ...

Page 27: ...5 Figure 30 1 Anti scalp roller 4 Flange nut 2 Spacer 5 Bolt 3 Bushing Using Attachments and Accessories Use only Toro approved attachments and accessories If you attach a bucket to the engine guard use a nylon strap to secure it Important The bucket weight impacts the stability of the machine If you are carrying more than the weight listed in the table below in a bucket attached to the engine gua...

Page 28: ...he same cutting height mow more often in early spring As the grass growth rate slows in mid summer mow less frequently If you cannot mow for an extended period first mow at a high cutting height then mow again 2 days later at a lower height setting Using a Slower Cutting Speed To improve cut quality use a slower ground speed in certain conditions Avoiding Cutting Too Low When mowing uneven turf ra...

Page 29: ...er or on other appliances Pushing the Machine by Hand Important Always push the machine by hand Do not tow the machine because damage may occur This machine has an electric brake mechanism and to push the machine the ignition key must be in the RUN position The battery needs to be charged and functioning for the electric brake to be disengaged Pushing the Machine 1 Park the machine on a level surf...

Page 30: ...nd the rear bumper Figure 32 g027708 Figure 32 Loading the Machine Use extreme caution when loading or unloading machines onto a trailer or a truck Use a full width ramp that is wider than the machine for this procedure Back the machine up the ramp and drive it forward down the ramp Figure 33 g027995 Figure 33 1 Back the machine up the ramp 2 Drive the machine forward down the ramp Important Do no...

Page 31: ...n stowed position 4 Ramp is at least 4 times 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 Trailer 31 ...

Page 32: ...very 100 hours Replace the air cleaner foam element more often in dusty dirty conditions Service the air cleaner paper element more often in dusty dirty conditions Change the engine oil more often in dusty dirty conditions Change the oil filter more often in dusty dirty conditions Check the spark plug s Check the in line fuel filter Every 200 hours Replace the air cleaner paper element more often ...

Page 33: ...rst and the positive terminal last Connect the positive terminal first and negative last Use care when checking the blades Wrap the blade s or wear thickly padded gloves and use caution when servicing them Only replace blades do not straighten or weld them Keep your hands and feet away from moving parts If possible do not make adjustments with the engine running Keep all parts in good working cond...

Page 34: ...ut off the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Clean around the air cleaner cover to prevent dirt from getting into the engine and causing damage 4 Lift the cover and rotate the air cleaner assembly out of the engine Figure 35 g027800 g027800 g027801 g027801 Figure 35 5 Remove the foam element from the paper element Figure 36 g027802 ...

Page 35: ...E 5W 30 10W 30 SAE 30 SYNTHETIC 5W 20 5W 30 10W 30 g029683 g029683 Figure 37 Checking the Engine Oil Level Service Interval Before each use or daily Note Check the oil when the engine is cold WARNING Contact with hot surfaces may cause personal injury Keep your hands feet face clothing and other body parts away the muffler and other hot surfaces Important If you overfill or underfill the engine cr...

Page 36: ...ten in dusty dirty conditions Note Change the engine oil filter more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy Note Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center 1 Park the machine on a level surface to ensure that the oil drains completely 2 Disengage the PTO and ensure that the parking brake is engaged 3 Shut off the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to ...

Page 37: ... the spark plug s Every 200 hours Every 2 years whichever comes first Replace the spark plug s Make sure 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 s and a gapping tool feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap Install a new spark plug s if necessary Type Champion RN9YC or...

Page 38: ...irty Set the gap to 0 76 mm 0 03 inch B A g027479 g027479 Figure 43 Installing the Spark Plug Tighten the spark plug s to 25 to 30 N m 18 5 to 22 1 ft lb B A 25 30 N m 18 5 22 1 ft lb g027960 C D g027960 Figure 44 Cleaning the Cooling System Clean the air intake screen from grass and debris before each use 1 Disengage the blade control switch and apply the parking brake 2 Shut off the engine remov...

Page 39: ...re a spark may ignite the fuel fumes Replacing the In Line Fuel Filter Service Interval Every 100 hours Yearly whichever comes first Check the in line fuel filter Every 200 hours Every 2 years whichever comes first Replace the in line fuel filter Never install a dirty filter if it is removed from the fuel line 1 Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch 2 Ensure th...

Page 40: ... machine Do not allow metal tools to short between the battery terminals and metal parts of the machine 1 Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch 2 Ensure that the parking brake is engaged shut off the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Loosen the 2 fasteners on the battery cover counterclockwise 1 ...

Page 41: ...ged unplug the charger from the electrical outlet then disconnect the charger leads from the battery posts Figure 48 g000538 Figure 48 1 Positive battery post 3 Red charger lead 2 Negative battery post 4 Black charger lead Installing the Battery 1 Position the battery in the tray Figure 47 2 Using the fasteners previously removed install the positive red battery cable to the positive battery termi...

Page 42: ...of battery pull out the fuse and install a new 25 A fuse Figure 50 g190589 Figure 50 1 Charge circuit 25 A Drive System Maintenance Checking the Tire Pressure 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 Check the pressure at the valve stem Figure 51 Check the tires when they are col...

Page 43: ...ake 2 Shut off the engine remove the key and disconnect the spark plug wires from the spark plugs Inspecting the Blades Service Interval Before each use or daily 1 Inspect the cutting edges Figure 52 2 If the edges are not sharp or have nicks remove and sharpen the blade refer to Sharpening the Blades page 45 3 Inspect the blades especially in the curved area 4 If you notice any cracks wear or a s...

Page 44: ...56 Note The variance should be no more than 3 mm 1 8 inch G014973 1 2 3 g014973 Figure 56 1 Opposite blade edge in position for measuring 2 Level surface 3 Second measured distance between blade and surface B A If the difference between A and B is greater than 3 mm 1 8 inch replace the blade with a new blade refer to Removing the Blades page 45 and Installing the Blades page 45 Note If a bent blad...

Page 45: ... blade retains its balance if the same amount of material is removed from both cutting edges g000552 Figure 58 1 Sharpen at original angle 2 Check the balance of the blade by putting it on a blade balancer Figure 59 Note If the blade stays in a horizontal position the blade is balanced and can be used Note If the blade is not balanced file some metal off the end of the sail area only Figure 58 g00...

Page 46: ...e Figure 61 Note If both measurements are not within 5 mm 3 16 inch an adjustment is required refer to Leveling the Mower Deck page 47 g007202 Figure 61 1 Blades side to side 3 Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface here 2 Outside cutting edges Checking the Front to Rear Blade Slope Check the front to rear blade level any time you install the mower If the front of the mower is more ...

Page 47: ...re 64 1 Deck lift arm 3 Hook 2 Chain 4 Adjustment bolt 6 Ensure that there is tension on all 4 chains Figure 64 7 Tighten the 4 adjustment bolts Figure 64 8 Ensure that the blocks fit snugly under the deck skirt and that all bolts are tight 9 Verify that the deck is level by checking the side to side level and front to rear blade slope repeat the deck leveling procedure if necessary Removing the M...

Page 48: ...he machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch 2 Move the motion control levers outward to the NEUTRAL LOCK position shut off the engine remove the key engage the parking brake and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 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 t...

Page 49: ...ge deflector 3 Position the new discharge deflector with the bracket ends between the welded brackets on the deck as shown in Figure 68 4 Install the spring onto the straight end of the rod 5 Position the spring on the rod as shown in so the shorter spring end is coming from under the rod before the bend and going over the rod as it returns from the bend 6 Lift the loop end of the spring and place...

Page 50: ...emoval tool Toro Part No 92 5771 remove the idler spring from the deck post to remove tension on the idler pulley Figure 69 g028279 Figure 69 1 Spring removal tool Toro Part No 92 5771 4 Idler arm 2 Idler spring 5 Mower belt 3 Deck post 8 Lower the mower to the lowest height of cut and place the height of cut pin in the lock position for the lowest height of cut 9 Remove the belt from the mower de...

Page 51: ...ecks 4 O ring 2 Washout fitting locations on 48 inch decks 5 Hose 3 Washout fitting 4 Lower the mower to the lowest height of cut 5 Sit on the seat and start the engine 6 Engage the blade control switch and let the mower run for 1 to 3 minutes 7 Disengage the blade control switch shut off the engine remove the ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop 8 Turn the water off and remove the c...

Page 52: ...TO engaged and the engine at high idle for 2 to 5 minutes after washing 9 Check the condition of the blades refer to Servicing the Cutting Blades page 43 10 Prepare the machine for storage when non use occurs over 30 days Prepare the machine for storage as follows A Add a petroleum based stabilizer conditioner to fuel in the tank Follow mixing instructions from the stabilizer manufacturer Do not u...

Page 53: ... lever to On 3 The air cleaner is dirty 3 Clean or replace the air cleaner element 4 The spark plug wire s is loose or disconnected 4 Install the wire s on the spark plug 5 The spark plug s is pitted fouled or the gap is incorrect 5 Install a new correctly gapped spark plug s 6 There is dirt in fuel filter 6 Replace the fuel filter 7 Dirt water or stale fuel is in fuel system 7 Contact an Authoriz...

Page 54: ...bration 6 A blade spindle is bent 6 Contact an Authorized Service Dealer 1 The blade s is not sharp 1 Sharpen the blade s 2 A cutting blade s is are bent 2 Install a new cutting blade s 3 The mower is not level 3 Level the mower from side to side and front to rear 4 An anti scalp wheel is not set correctly 4 Adjust the anti scalp wheel height 5 The underside of the mower is dirty 5 Clean the under...

Page 55: ...Schematics g203461 Electrical Diagram Rev A 55 ...

Page 56: ...emission system coverage and engine warranty coverage on some products This express warranty does not cover the following Cost of regular maintenance service or parts such as filters fuel lubricants oil changes spark plugs air filters blade sharpening or worn blades cable linkage adjustments or brake and clutch adjustments Components failing due to normal wear Any product or part which has been al...