Summary of Contents for Toro Z Master Professional 3000 Series
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Form No. 3410-581 Rev B Z Master ® Professional 3000 Series Riding Mower with 60in TURBO FORCE ® Side Discharge Mower Model No. 74950—Serial No. 400000000 and Up *3410-581* B Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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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.
Safety This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI B71.4-2012. General Safety This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious personal injury. Using this product for purposes other than its intended use could prove dangerous to you and bystanders.
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°. 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°. Fold along the appropriate line to match the recommended slope.
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 lost. decal58-6520 58-6520 decal106-2655 1. Grease 106-2655 1. Warning-do not touch or approach moving belts; remove the ignition key and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance.
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decal110-2068 110-2068 1. Read the Operator's Manual. decal112-9028 112-9028 1. Warning—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards in place. decal107-3069 107-3069 1. Warning–there is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down. decal114-4466 2. To avoid injury or death from a rollover accident, keep the 114-4466 roll bar in the raised and locked position and wear the seat belt.
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decal116-4858 decal117-3864 116-4858 117-3864 1. Read the Operator’s 2. Fill to bottom of filler neck; Manual. warning—do not overfill the tank. decal116-5988 116-5988 1. Parking brake—engaged 2. Parking brake—disengaged decal116-8726 116-8726 1. Read the Operator’s Manual for recommended hydraulic fluid. decal121-7551 121-7551 decal117-3848...
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decal126-2055 126-2055 1. Wheel lug nut torque 129 N∙m (95 ft-lb) (4x) 2. Wheel hub nut torque 319 N∙m (235 ft-lb) 3. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual before performing any maintenance, check torque after first 100 hours then every 500 hours thereafter. decal127-0326 127-0326 1.
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decaloemmarkt Manufacturer's Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. 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.
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decal132-0871 132-0871 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 those conditions on that day and at that site.
Hour Meter Product Overview 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 Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge is located with the hour meter, and the bars light up when the ignition switch is in the O position (Figure...
A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories.
Operation containers on the ground, away from your vehicle before filling. • Remove the equipment from the truck or trailer Note: Determine the left and right sides of the and refuel it while it is on the ground. If this is not machine from the normal operating position.
Using Stabilizer/Conditioner Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to provide the following benefits: • Keeps fuel fresh during storage of 90 days or less (drain the fuel tank when storing the machine for more than 90 days) • Cleans the engine while it runs •...
Using the Rollover Protection System (ROPS) WARNING To avoid injury or death from rollover: keep the roll bar in the fully raised locked position and use the seat belt. Ensure that the seat is secured to the machine. WARNING There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is in the down position.
DANGER CAUTION Operating the machine on wet grass or steep This machine produces sound levels in slopes can cause sliding and loss of control. excess of 85 dBA at the operator’s ear and can cause hearing loss through extended • Do not operate on slopes greater than 15 periods of exposure.
to the N position. Try starting the EUTRAL LOCK engine; the engine should not start. Positioning the Seat The seat moves forward and backward. Position the seat where you have the best control of the machine and are most comfortable. To adjust, move the lever sideways to unlock the seat (Figure 12).
• Use accessories and attachments approved by • Operate the machine only in good visibility to avoid Toro only. holes or hidden hazards. • Avoid mowing on wet grass. Reduced traction Rollover Protection System could cause the machine to slide.
Slope Safety Disengaging the Parking Brake • Slow down the machine and use extra care on hillsides. Travel up and down on hillsides. Turf conditions can affect the stability of the machine. • Avoid turning the machine on slopes. If you must turn the machine, turn it slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
Operating the Throttle Operating the Ignition Switch You can move the throttle control between the F and S positions (Figure 19). Turn the ignition key to the S position TART Always use the F position when turning on the (Figure 21).
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Shutting Off the Engine CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while it is unattended. Always remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake when leaving the machine unattended, even if just for a few minutes. Let the engine idle at slow throttle (turtle) for 60 seconds before turning the ignition switch to the O position.
Using the Motion-Control CAUTION Levers Machine can spin very rapidly. Operator may lose control of machine and cause personal injury or damage to machine. • Use caution when making turns. • Slow the machine down before making sharp turns. g004532 Figure 25 1.
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Driving Forward Driving Backward Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. Note: The engine stops when you move the traction-control with the parking brake engaged. To go backward, slowly pull the motion-control levers rearward (Figure 27). To stop, pull the motion-control levers to the N EUTRAL position.
Stopping the Machine Adjusting the Height of Cut To stop the machine, move the traction-control levers Using the Transport Lock to neutral, and then move them to the locked position, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and turn The transport lock has 2 positions, and is used with the ignition key to the O position.
Adjusting the Height-of-Cut Pin Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the The height-of-cut is adjusted from 25 to 140 mm (1 operating position. to 5-1/2 inches) in 6 mm (1/4 inch) increments by Adjust the anti-scalp rollers as shown in Figure relocating the clevis pin into different hole locations.
g027727 g029957 Figure 33 Figure 32 1. Anti-scalp roller 4. Flange nut 2. Spacer 5. Bolt Positioning the Flow Baffle 3. Bushing The following figures are only recommendations for use. Adjustments vary by grass type, moisture Adjusting the Flow Baffle content, and the height of the grass.
Position B Operating Tips Use this position when bagging. Always align it with Using the Fast Throttle Setting the blower opening. For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate the engine at the F 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 in uncut grass.
File down any nicks and sharpen the blades as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. g008948 After Operation Figure 37 1.
The drive-wheel-release valves are located in the WARNING back of each hydraulic-drive unit, under the seat. Driving on the street or roadway without Note: Make sure that the release valves are in the turn signals, lights, reflective markings, or a fully horizontal position when operating the machine slow-moving-vehicle emblem is dangerous or severe damage to the hydraulic system can occur.
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g028043 Figure 40 1. Back the machine up the 2. Drive the machine forward ramp. down the ramp. Important: Do not use narrow individual ramps for each side of the machine. WARNING Loading a machine onto a trailer or truck increases the possibility of tip-over and could cause serious injury or death (Figure...
Every 500 hours • Adjust the caster-pivot bearing. • Check the parking brake adjustment. • Change the hydraulic filters and hydraulic fluid when using Toro® HYPR-OIL™ 500 hydraulic fluid (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). • Check the battery charge.
If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. Remove the key from the ignition before you perform any maintenance. Pre-Maintenance genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by Procedures other manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use could void the product warranty.
Lubrication Greasing the Mower Service Interval: Yearly—Grease the pump-belt-idler Grease more frequently when operating conditions arm. are extremely dusty or sandy. Yearly—Grease the front caster pivots (more Grease Type: No. 2 general-purpose lithium-based often in dirty or dusty conditions). or molybdenum-based grease Yearly—Repack the front caster-wheel bearings Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move (more often in dirty or dusty conditions).
Lubricating the Remove the dust cap and adjust the caster pivots. Caster-Wheel Hubs Note: Keep the dust cap off until greasing is done. Service Interval: Yearly Remove the hex plug. Shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, remove the key, and engage the parking Thread a grease fitting into the hole.
Engine Maintenance With the open end of the wheel facing up, fill the area inside the wheel around the axle full of general-purpose grease. WARNING Insert the second bearing and new seal into the Contact with hot surfaces may cause personal wheel.
Install the air-cleaner cover with the breather cap down, and rotate so that the retaining clamps lock the cover in place (Figure 47). Servicing the Engine Oil Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SG, SH, SJ, or higher) Crankcase Capacity: with a filter change, 2.3 L (2.4 US qt);...
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Changing the Engine Oil Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the Service Interval: After the first 8 hours operating position (Figure 49). Every 100 hours (more often in dirty or dusty conditions).
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Changing the Engine-Oil Filter Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil into the filler tube and slowly add the Service Interval: Every 200 hours additional oil to bring it to the Full mark (Figure 51). Note: Change the engine-oil filter more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
Servicing the Spark Plugs Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Check and gap the spark plugs. 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 g009922 installing the spark plug(s) and a gapping tool/feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap.
Installing the Spark Plug Install the left hydraulic-unit shroud (Figure 53). Tighten the spark plug(s) to 24.4 to 29.8 N∙m (18 to Checking the Spark Plug 22 ft-lb). Important: Do not clean the spark plug(s). Always replace the spark plug(s) when it has: a black coating, worn electrodes, an oily film, or cracks.
Servicing the Fuel Tank Fuel System Maintenance Do not attempt to drain the fuel tank. Ensure that an Authorized Service Dealer drains the fuel tank and services any components of the fuel system. Replacing the Fuel Filter Service Interval: Every 500 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) (more often in dirty or dusty conditions).
Removing the Battery Electrical System Maintenance WARNING Battery terminals or metal tools could short against metal machine components causing Electrical System Safety sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. • Disconnect the battery before repairing the machine.
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Installing the Battery Note: Position the battery in the tray with the terminal posts opposite from the hydraulic tank (Figure 58). g000960 Figure 60 1. Positive battery post 3. Red (+) charger lead 2. Negative battery post 4. Black (-) charger lead g032526 Figure 59 Charging the Battery...
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 Seat Belt The fuses are located on the console to the right of the seat (Figure 61).
Tighten the stop plate (Figure 63). g010153 Figure 63 Left control lever shown 1. Control lever 3. Stop plate 2. Bolt g008943 Figure 62 1. ROPS knob (locked 3. Roll bar in the upright Checking the Tire Pressure position) position 2.
g001055 Figure 64 Checking the Wheel Lug Nuts Check and torque the wheel lug nuts to 122 to 129 N∙m (90 to 95 ft-lb). g024121 Figure 65 Checking the Wheel-Hub 1. Slotted nut Slotted Nut Service Interval: After the first 100 hours Adjusting the Caster-Pivot Every 500 hours Bearing...
Removing the Clutch Shim Shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, remove the key, engage the parking brake, and allow the machine to cool completely before starting these instructions. Using an air compressor, blow out any debris from under the brake pole and around the brake spacers (Figure...
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Using needle-nose pliers, or by hand, hold the tab and remove the shim (Figure 70). Note: Do not discard the shim until proper clutch function has been confirmed. g010873 Figure 72 1. Feeler gauge • If the gap is less than 0.25 mm (0.01 g010871 Figure 70 inch), then install the shim;...
Cleaning the Cooling System Engine-Cooling Fins and Maintenance Shrouds Cleaning the Engine Screen Service Interval: Every 100 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) and Engine-Oil Cooler Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO) and Service Interval: Before each use or daily engage the parking brake. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait Remove any buildup of grass, dirt, or other debris for all moving parts to stop before leaving the...
Checking and Cleaning the Brake Maintenance Hydraulic-Unit Shrouds Adjusting the Parking Service Interval: Before each use or daily Brake Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO) and engage the parking brake. Service Interval: After the first 100 hours Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait Every 500 hours thereafter for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
Belt Maintenance Inspecting the Belts Service Interval: Every 50 hours 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.
g027730 Figure 79 1. Position the belt cover 3. Ensure that the tab is under the metal catch 2. Slide the belt cover under the side catches g009038 Replacing the Hydraulic Figure 78 Pump-Drive Belt 1. Clutch pulley 5. Square hole in the idler arm for the ratchet 2.
Controls System Maintenance Adjusting the Control-Handle Position There are 2 height positions for the control levers—high and low. Remove the bolts to adjust the height for the operator. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move the motion-control levers to the N EUTRAL LOCK position, and engage the parking brake.
Remove the electrical connection from the seat safety switch, located under the bottom cushion of the seat. Note: The switch is a part of the seat assembly. Temporarily install a jumper wire across the terminals in the connector of the main wire harness.
the lever, allow the reverse-indicator springs to Loosen the jam nut. bring the levers back to neutral. Tighten or loosen the flanged nut to the desired feel. Note: The wheels must stop turning or slightly creep in reverse. Note: For more resistance, tighten the flanged Shut off the unit, remove the jumper wire from nut.
Seek immediate medical attention if fluid is injected into skin. Injected fluid must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor. Servicing the Hydraulic System Hydraulic-Fluid Type: Toro ® HYPR-OIL ™ hydraulic fluid or Mobil ® 1 15W-50.
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Mobil ® 1 fluid (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). Every 500 hours—Change the hydraulic filters and hydraulic fluid when using Toro ® HYPR-OIL ™ 500 hydraulic fluid (more often in dirty or dusty conditions).
Mower Deck Install the replacement hydraulic filter. Install the pump-drive belt and the mower belt. Maintenance Remove the jack stands and lower the machine (Figure 87). Leveling the Mower Deck Add oil to the hydraulic reservoir and check for any leaks. Clean up any spilled oil.
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g009196 Figure 90 1. 7.6 cm (3 inches) at 3. Measure here, from the position A is correct blade tip, to the hard surface 4. Measure at position A and 2. 8.3 cm (3–1/4 inches) at g027343 position B is correct B on both sides Figure 89 1.
On both sides of the deck, measure from the level surface to the back tip of the blade (Postion B). The measurement should read 8.3 cm (3-1/4 inches); refer to Figure Fine-tune the adjuster screw by turning it to get 8.3 mm (3–1/4 inches) height (Figure 91).
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Inspecting the Blades Checking for Bent Blades Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move Service Interval: Before each use or daily the motion-control levers to the N EUTRAL LOCK Inspect the cutting edges (Figure 94). position, and engage the parking brake. If the edges are not sharp or have nicks, remove Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait and sharpen the blade;...
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Toro • Always replace a bent or damaged replacement blades. Replacement blades made by blade with a new blade.
Removing the Mower Deck 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 WARNING metal off the end of the sail area only (Figure 97).
Raise the deck struts and secure them in the up position. Slide the deck out to the right side of the machine. Replacing the Grass Deflector WARNING Operating the machine with the engine running at a speed greater than the factory setting can cause the machine to throw a part of the blade or engine at you or bystanders, resulting in serious injury or death.
Cleaning Important: The grass deflector must be able to rotate. Lift the deflector up to the full open position and ensure that it rotates into the full down position. Cleaning under the Mower Service Interval: Before each use or daily Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move the motion-control levers to the N EUTRAL...
Storage Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh fuel and used at all times. Cleaning and Storing the Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). Machine Shut off the engine, allow it to cool, and Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), drain the fuel tank;...
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The starter does not crank. 1. The blade-control switch (PTO) is 1. Move the blade-control switch (PTO) engaged. to the disengaged position. 2. The parking brake is not on. 2. Engage the parking brake. 3.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The machine does not drive. 1. The bypass valves are not closed tight. 1. Tighten the bypass valves. 2. The pump belt is worn, loose, or 2. Change the belt. broken. 3. The pump belt is off a pulley. 3.
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Customers who have purchased Toro products outside the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.