Cleaning; Cleaning Under The Mower; Disposing Of Waste; Storage - Toro Z Master Professional 7000 Series Operator's Manual

Cleaning

Cleaning under the Mower

Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Remove the grass buildup under the mower daily.
1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control
levers to the N
EUTRAL
parking brake.
2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait
for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
3. Raise the mower to the transport position.

Disposing of Waste

Engine oil, batteries, hydraulic oil, and engine coolant
are pollutants to the environment. Dispose of these
according to your state and local regulations.
- position, and set the
LOCK

Storage

Cleaning and Storage

1. Disengage the power takeoff (PTO), set the
parking brake, and turn the ignition key to the
O position. Remove the key.
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2. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the
external parts of the entire machine, especially
the engine and hydraulic system. Clean dirt and
chaff from the outside of the engine cylinder
head fins and blower housing.
Important:
You can wash the machine with
mild detergent and water. Do not pressure
wash the machine. Avoid excessive use
of water, especially near the control panel,
engine, hydraulic pumps, and motors.
3. Check the brake; refer to
Brake (page 49).
4. Service the air cleaner; refer to
Cleaner (page
5. Grease the machine; refer to
33).
6. Change the crankcase oil; refer to
Engine Oil (page
7. Check the tire pressure; refer to
Tire Pressure (page
8. Change the hydraulic filter; refer to
the Hydraulic Filter and Oil (page
9. Charge the battery; refer to
(page 42).
10. Scrape any heavy buildup of grass and dirt
from the underside of the mower, then wash the
mower with a garden hose.
Note:
Run the machine with the PTO engaged
and the engine at high idle for 2 to 5 minutes
after washing.
11. Check the condition of the blades; refer to
Servicing the Cutting Blades (page
12. 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 use
an alcohol based stabilizer (ethanol or
methanol).
Note:
A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most
effective when mixed with fresh fuel and
used at all times.
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Adjusting the Parking
Servicing the Air
35).
Lubrication (page
Servicing the
36).
Checking the
44).
Replacing
54).
Charging the Battery
59).