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- Page 1 Form No. 3329–714 Z500 Z Master with 52in TURBO FORCE Side Discharge Mower Model No. 74242–240000001 & Up Operator’s Manual Original Instructions (EN) Register your product at www.Toro.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
The Safety Interlock System ....The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee ... . . Driving Forward or Backward . -
Page 3: Introduction
Authorized Service This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates avoid serious injury or death. -
Page 4: Slope Operation
Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. Use extreme care when loading or unloading the They are flammable and vapors are explosive. machine into a trailer or truck. Use only an approved container Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision. -
Page 5: Maintenance And Storage
Wear protective clothing and use insulated tools. Keep all parts in good working condition and all hardware tightened. Replace all worn or damaged decals. Use only Toro-approved attachments. Warranty may be voided if used with unapproved attachments. -
Page 7: Slope Chart
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Page 9: Safety And Instruction Decals
Safety and Instruction 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. 98-5954 1-633462 1-643339 43-8480 1-523552 54-9220 1-643401 98-4387 66-1340 1. - Page 10 58-6520 1. Grease 105-7797 107-1613 104-7759 68-8340 104-8569 103-0368 105-7798 104-4163 1. Explosion hazard 4. Wear eye protection 2. No fire, open flames, or 5. Read the Operator’s smoking. Manual. 3. Caustic liquid/chemical 6. Keep bystanders a safe burn hazard distance from the battery.
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- Page 14 104-4164 1. Contains lead; do not 3. Wear eye protection; 5. Sulfuric acid can cause 7. Maximum fill line discard. explosive gases can cause blindness or severe burns. 8. Minimum fill line blindness and other injuries 2. Recycle 6. Flush eyes immediately with 9.
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Page 15: Gasoline And Oil
Gasoline and Oil Warning Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Recommended Gasoline Long–term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness. Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank or available. -
Page 16: Operation
Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Using the Rollover Protection System (ROPS) m–6836 Figure 2 Warning 1. Full down position 2. Down position with bagger installed To avoid injury or death from rollover: keep the roll bar in the raised locked position and use the seat belt. -
Page 17: Think Safety First
7. Tighten the front handles against the center roll bar ends (Fig. 3). m–6897 Figure 4 1. Front handle Think Safety First m–6478 Figure 5 Please read all safety instructions and symbols in the 1. Safe Zone—use the 2. Use walk behind mower safety section. -
Page 18: Controls
Controls Using the Hour Meter The hour meter records the number of hours the engine Become familiar with all the controls (Fig. 7 and 8) before has operated. It operates when the engine is running. Use you start the engine and operate the machine. these times for scheduling regular maintenance. -
Page 19: Starting And Stopping The Engine
m–4201 m–2719 Figure 11 Figure 12 1. PTO-On 1. Choke–On 2. PTO-Off 2. Choke–Off m–4163 Figure 10 1. Parking brake-ON 3. Brake Stop 2. Parking brake-OFF Starting and Stopping the Engine Starting the Engine 1. Sit on the seat and move the motion controls to neutral locked position. -
Page 20: Operating The Power Take Off (Pto)
The Safety Interlock System Caution Caution Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the tractor while it is unattended. If safety interlock switches are disconnected or damaged the machine could operate unexpectedly Always remove the ignition key and set the causing personal injury. -
Page 21: Driving Forward Or Backward
While the engine is running, center either motion To turn, move the motion control lever toward neutral in control and move (forward or reverse); the engine the direction you want to turn (Fig. 16). should stop. Repeat for other motion control. The farther you move the traction control levers in either 5. -
Page 22: Using The Lift Assist Lever
Adjusting the Anti-Scalp 3. Select a hole in height-of-cut bracket corresponding to the height-of-cut desired and, insert clevis pin Rollers (Fig. 17). 4. Move lever to selected height. Whenever you change the height-of-cut, it is recommended to adjust the height of the anti-scalp rollers. 1. -
Page 23: Adjusting The Flow Baffle
Adjusting the Flow Baffle The mower discharge flow can be adjusted for different types of mowing conditions. Position the cam locks and baffle to give the best quality of cut. 1. To adjust the cam locks, swing the lever up to loosen the cam lock (Fig. -
Page 24: Positioning The Flow Baffle
Lowers the engine power consumption. Position A Allows increased ground speed in heavy conditions. This position is similar to the benefits of the Toro SFS This is the full rear position. The suggested use for this mower. position is a follows. -
Page 25: Unlatching The Seat
Unlatching the Seat Changing to Machine Operation 1. Rotate the by-pass valves clockwise 1 turn to operate Push the seat latch rearward to unlatch the seat. This will machine (Fig. 28). allow access to the machine under the seat. Note: Do not over tighten the by–pass valves. Note: The machine will not drive unless the by-pass valves are turned in. -
Page 26: Transporting Machines
Transporting Machines Warning Use a heavy–duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all necessary lighting Loading a unit onto a trailer or truck increases and marking as required by law. Please carefully read all the possibility of backward tip–over and could the safety instructions. -
Page 27: Tips For Mowing Grass
This also helps disperse clippings which enhances blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a decomposition and fertilization. genuine TORO replacement blade. Mow at Correct Intervals Normally, mow every four days. But remember, grass grows at different rates at different times. So to maintain the same cutting height, which is a good practice, mow more often in early spring. -
Page 28: Maintenance
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Hydraulic fluid—check level After first 5 hours Hydraulic filter—change Oil—check level Safety System—check Each Use Mower Housing—clean Engine air intake—clean Every 8 Hours Cutting Blades—check Idler arm—grease Traction belt idler arm—grease Brake lever—grease Mower support arms—grease Every 25 Hours... -
Page 29: Servicing The Cutting Blades
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. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to keep extra blades on hand. -
Page 30: Removing The Blades
Checking for Bent Blades machine, use genuine TORO replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may 1. Rotate the blades until the ends face forward and result in non-conformance with safety standards. backward (Fig. 31). Measure from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blades (Fig. -
Page 31: Servicing The Air Cleaner
Installing the Blades Important Never attempt to clean the safety filter. If the safety filter is dirty, then the primary filter is damaged 1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Fig. 35). and you should replace both filters. Important The curved part of the blade must be pointing upward toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting. -
Page 32: Servicing The Engine Oil
Servicing the Engine Oil Change oil: After every 100 operating hours. Note: Change oil more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SH, SJ, SL or higher) Crankcase Capacity: w/filter, 67 oz. (2.0 l) Viscosity: See table below m–4811 m–3219... -
Page 33: Servicing The Spark Plug
Change the Oil Filter Removing the Spark Plug Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other oil 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the change. ignition key to off. Move levers to neutral locked position and apply parking brake. Remove the key. Note: Change the oil filter more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. -
Page 34: Servicing The Fuel Filter
Installing the Spark Plug Servicing the Fuel Tank 1. Install the spark plug(s). Make sure the air gap is set Draining The Fuel Tank correctly. 2. Tighten the spark plug(s) to 20 ft-lb (27 N.m). Danger 3. Push the wire(s) onto the spark plug(s) (Fig. 40). In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. -
Page 35: Greasing And Lubrication
Greasing and Lubrication Where to Add Grease Lubricate the grease fittings as shown on the Check Lubricate the machine when shown on the Check Service Service Reference Aid decal (Fig. 44). Reference Aid decal (Fig. 44). Grease more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Grease Type: General-purpose grease. -
Page 36: Greasing The Spindles
Greasing the Spindles Cleaning the Cooling Systems The cutting unit must be lubricated weekly or every Cleaning the Engine Screen and the Oil 25 hours. Refer to the Service Interval Chart on page 28. Grease with No. 2 general purpose lithium base or Cooler molybdenum base grease. -
Page 37: Checking The Tire Pressure
Checking the 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 after every 50 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs first (Fig. -
Page 38: Servicing The Hydraulic System
Servicing the Hydraulic System Checking the Hydraulic Fluid Check the hydraulic fluid level: Before the engine is first started. After the first 8 operating hours. After every 25 operating hours. m–5615 Fluid Type: Mobil 1 15W-50 synthetic motor oil or Figure 51 equivalent synthetic oil. -
Page 39: Bleeding The Hydraulic System
Replacing the Hydraulic Filter 10. Recheck the fluid level while the fluid is warm. The fluid should be between cold and hot. Change the hydraulic filter: 11. If required, add fluid to the hydraulic tank. Do not After the first 8 operating hours. overfill. -
Page 40: Adjusting The Handle Neutral
Warning Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury. If hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin it must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with this type of injury. Gangrene may result if this is not done. Keep body and hands away from pin hole leaks or nozzles that eject high pressure hydraulic fluid. -
Page 41: Setting The Hydraulic Pump Neutral
Note: Keeping rearward pressure on the lever will keep 2. Adjust the pump rod length by rotating the knob, in the the pin at the end of the slot and allow the adjustment bolt appropriate direction, until the wheel is still or slightly to move the lever to the appropriate position. -
Page 42: Adjusting The Tracking
5. Open the throttle to fast. Make sure the wheel remains stopped or slightly creeps in reverse, re-adjust if necessary. 6. Tighten the locknuts at the ball joints (Fig. 54). Warning Electrical system will not perform proper safety shut off with jumper wire installed. Remove jumper wire from wire harness connector and plug connector into seat switch when adjustment is completed. -
Page 43: Adjusting The Parking Brake
Adjusting the Parking Brake Servicing the Fuse Check parking brake for proper adjustment. Service Interval/Specification 1. Disengage brake lever (lever down). The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires no maintenance, however, if a fuse blows check 2. Measure the length of the spring. Measurement should component/circuit for malfunction or short. -
Page 44: Removing The Battery
m–5004 Figure 61 1. Filler caps 3. Lower line 2. Upper line Danger m–5598 Figure 62 Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is 1. Battery 7. Washer, 1/4 inch a deadly poison and causes severe burns. 2. Terminal boot 8. Locknut, 1/4 inch Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with 3. -
Page 45: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery Warning Warning Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the machine and cables causing sparks. Sparks can Charging the battery produces gasses that can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in explode. personal injury. Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks Always Disconnect the negative (black) battery and flames away from battery. -
Page 46: Leveling The Mower At Three Positions
Leveling the Mower at Three Positions Important There are only three measuring positions needed to level the mower. Setting Up the Machine 1. Position mower on a flat surface. m–1078 2. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to Figure 64 the neutral locked position and set the parking brake. -
Page 47: Cleaning Under The Mower
9. Tighten the jam nut under the rear support arm and 9. Tighten both swivel jam nuts against the front swivel tighten the bolt securing the chain to the rear support to lock the height. arm. 10. Check to make sure there is equal tension on the 10. -
Page 48: Inspecting Belts
Inspecting Belts Inspect all belts every 100 hours. 1. Check the belts for cracks, frayed edges, burn marks or any other damage. Replace damaged belts. Replacing the Mower Belt Squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks and cracks are signs of a worn mower belt. -
Page 49: Replacing The Grass Deflector
5. If adjustment is required, loosen the mower idler plate 10. Adjust the belt tension and the idler plate, if necessary, and adjust it (Fig. 73). and tighten all hardware securely (Fig. 73). 6. Insert a ratchet or breaker bar into the square hole in 11. -
Page 50: Mercury Tilt Switch
Management and disposal practices must be within relevant federal, state or local laws. Return the switch to your Toro dealer if it is faulty and is m–6882 being replaced or if the unit containing the switch is no Figure 76 longer operating and is being scrapped. -
Page 51: Wiring Diagram
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Page 52: Cleaning And Storage
Cleaning and Storage A. Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in the tank. Follow mixing instructions from stabilizer manufacture. Do not use an alcohol 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking based stabilizer (ethanol or methanol). brake and turn the ignition key to off. -
Page 53: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action Starter does not crank 1. Blade control (PTO) is 1. Move blade control (PTO) to engaged. disengaged. 2. Parking brake is not on. 2. Set parking brake. 3. Operator is not seated. 3. Sit on the seat. 4. - Page 54 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action Machine does not drive. 1. Traction belt is worn, loose or 1. Contact Authorized Service broken. Dealer. 2. Traction belt is off pulley. 2. Contact Authorized Service Dealer. 3. Hydro fluid level low. 3. Add hydro fluid to reservoir. Abnormal vibration.
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Page 56: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee
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.
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