Table Of Contents; Introduction - Toro Z Master Professional 7000 Series Operator's Manual

This product complies with all relevant European directives,
for details please see the separate product specific Declaration
of Conformity (DOC) sheet.

Introduction

This rotary-blade, riding lawn mower is intended to be
used by residential homeowners or professional, hired
operators. It is designed primarily for cutting grass on
well-maintained lawns on residential or commercial
properties. It is not designed for cutting brush or for
agricultural uses.
Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and
maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and
product damage. You are responsible for operating the
product properly and safely.
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product
and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register
your product.
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional
information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro
Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of
your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the
model and serial numbers on the product. Write the numbers
in the space provided.
1. Model and serial number location
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety
messages identified by the safety alert symbol (Figure 2),
which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death
if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
© 2012-The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Figure 1
1. Safety alert symbol
This manual uses 2 other words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical information
and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special
attention.
Contents
Introduction .................................................................. 2
Safety ........................................................................... 3
Safe Operating Practices........................................... 3
Toro Riding Mower Safety ........................................ 5
Sound Pressure ....................................................... 5
Sound Power .......................................................... 5
Vibration Level ...................................................... 5
Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 6
Product Overview .........................................................13
Controls ...............................................................13
Operation ....................................................................15
Adding Fuel...........................................................15
Biodiesel Ready ......................................................15
Filling the Fuel Tank ...............................................16
Checking the Engine Oil Level .................................16
Switching the Fuel Tanks .........................................16
Using the Rollover Protection System (ROPS) ............16
Think Safety First ...................................................17
Operating the Parking Brake ....................................18
Starting and Stopping the Engine..............................18
Operating the Power Take Off (PTO)........................20
The Safety Interlock System.....................................20
Driving Forward or Backward ..................................21
Stopping the Machine .............................................22
Adjusting the Height-of-Cut ....................................22
Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers ...............................23
Positioning the Seat ................................................23
Changing the Seat Suspension ..................................23
Unlatching the Seat.................................................24
Pushing the Machine by Hand ..................................24
Operating with the Overheat Sensor..........................24
Transporting Machines............................................24
Loading Machines ..................................................25
Using the Z Stand® ................................................25
Operating Tips ......................................................27
Maintenance .................................................................28
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ......................28
Lubrication ...............................................................29
Greasing and Lubrication ........................................29
Greasing the Mower Deck and Belt Idlers...................30
Engine Maintenance ..................................................31
Servicing the Air Cleaner .........................................31
Servicing the Engine Oil..........................................32
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