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- Page 1 Form No. 3323–434 Z–Master 250 Series Liquid Cooled Z252L with 62 SFS Side Discharge Mower Model No. 74212–200000001 & Up Operator’s Manual English (EN)
- Page 2 The warning system in this manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied help you and others avoid personal injury, even death. with your new product, so feel free to contact your...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
....Pushing the Machine by Hand ..Toro Mower Safety ....Transporting Machines . - Page 4 Contents Mercury Tilt Switch Disposal ..Cleaning and Storage ....Wiring Diagram ..... Troubleshooting .
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Page 5: Safety
Safety Preparation This machine meets or exceeds CPSC blade safety requirements for rotary mowers and the Evaluate the terrain to determine what B71.4 1999 specifications of the American accessories and attachments are needed to National Standards Institute, in effect at time of properly and safely perform the job. -
Page 6: Maintenance And Storage
Safety Operation Never carry passengers and keep pets and bystanders away. Never run an engine in an enclosed area. Slow down and use caution when making turns Only operate in good light, keeping away from and crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop blades if holes and hidden hazards. -
Page 7: Toro Mower Safety
Always look down and behind before The following list contains safety information and while backing. specific to Toro products or other safety information that you must know that is not included in the ANSI Be aware of the mower discharge direction and standards. -
Page 8: Slope Operation
Safety Before operating a machine with ROPS (roll When operating a machine with ROPS (roll over over protection) be certain the seat belts are protection) always use seat belt. attached to prevent the seat from pivoting Be certain that the seat belt can be released forward. - Page 9 Safety Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Protect your face, eyes and clothing when working with a battery. Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks and flames away from battery.
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Page 11: Slope Chart
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Page 13: Safety And Instruction Decals
Safety 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. TOP OF CONSOLE UNDER SEAT (Part No. E513747) ON RIGHT SIDE OF HEIGHT OF ON LEFT SIDE OF ON TOP OF CONSOLE LEFT... - Page 14 Safety ON RUBBER FLAP BEHIND SEAT UNDER FOOTREST (Part No. E513748) (Part No. E633766) ON RUBBER FLAP BEHIND SEAT (Part No. E643252) WARNING ROTATING MECHANICAL DEVICES! STOP ENGINE BEFORE ON TOP OF RIGHT REACHING UNDERNEATH E643252 ENGINE BAFFLE (Part No. E643339) RUBBER FLAP BEHIND SEAT (Part No.
- Page 15 Safety ON LEFT SIDE GAS TANK ON TOP OF HYDRAULIC (Part No. 99–4612) RESERVOIR (Part No. E523552) ON HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR ON DECK SUPPORT FRAME MOUNTING BRACKET (Part No. E633818) (Part No. E513929) ON RADIAOR FAN MOUNTING PLATE ON RADIATOR TRIM PLATE (Part No.
- Page 16 Safety UNDER FOOTREST AND (3) UNDER PULLEY COVERS (Part No. 98–5954) 115–149 N m 85–110 Ft Lbs...
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Page 17: Gasoline And Oil
Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for POTENTIAL HAZARD automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded In certain conditions gasoline is extremely regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is flammable and highly explosive. not available. WHAT CAN HAPPEN IMPORTANT: Never use methanol, gasoline A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn... -
Page 18: Using Stabilizer/Conditioner
Gasoline and Oil Filling the Fuel Tank Shut the engine off and set the parking brake. POTENTIAL HAZARD Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Clean around each fuel tank cap and remove the Long–term eposure to vapors has caused cap. -
Page 19: Assembly
Install seat rod Locknut 5/16” Control lever–right Control lever–left Install motion control levers Bolt 3/8–1 x 1” (26 mm) Spring washer 3/8” Operator’s Manual Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro... -
Page 20: Install Drive Wheels
Assembly Install Drive Wheels Install Seat Retaining Rod Uncrate mower. Tilt seat up. Remove 5/16” (8mm) locknut from bolt attaching seat retaining rod to seat frame Remove wheel nuts from rear wheel hubs. (Fig. 2). Align holes. Mount drive wheels with the valve Remove retaining rod from seat and insert the stem to the outside of the traction unit. -
Page 21: Install Motion Control Levers
Assembly Install Motion Control Levers If the ends of the levers hit against each other, while in the drive position (Fig 4) (levers rotated in as far as possible) make adjustments by Remove the (4) 3/8–16 x 1” (26 mm) bolts and moving the levers outward to the neutral lock (4) 3/8”... -
Page 22: Activate The Battery
Assembly Activate the Battery Remove filler caps from the battery. Slowly pour electrolyte into each cell until the electrolyte level is up to the lower part of the tube (Fig. 5). Bulk electrolyte with 1.260 specific gravity must be purchased from a local battery supply outlet. Tilt seat up and remove battery. -
Page 23: Install Battery
Assembly Install Battery Position battery in tray with terminal posts POTENTIAL HAZARD toward the engine (Fig. 7). Charging battery produces gasses. First, install the positive (red) battery cable to WHAT CAN HAPPEN positive (+) battery terminal. Battery gasses can explode. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Then install negative battery cable and ground Keep cigarettes, sparks and flames away... -
Page 24: Check Engine Oil Level
Assembly Check Engine Oil Level Cooling System Before you start the engine and use the machine, Checking Radiator Coolant check the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking Oil Level, page 42. Check Side Discharge Chute POTENTIAL HAZARD Coolant is hot and pressurized. -
Page 25: Greasing The Bearings
Assembly POTENTIAL HAZARD Rotating fan turns on and off unexpectedly and can cause injury. Rotating shaft can cause injury. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Fingers, hands or loose clothing can get caught by rotating fan and drive shaft. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not operate the machine without the covers in place. -
Page 26: Hydraulic System
Assembly Hydraulic System Checking the Hydraulic Fluid Check the hydraulic fluid level before engine is first started. Fluid Type: Mobil 1 15W–50 synthetic motor oil. IMPORTANT: Use only oil specified. Other fluids could cause system damage. Figure 10 Hydraulic System Oil Capacity: 2.1 qt. (2.0 l) 1. -
Page 27: Operation
Operation Think Safety First Parking Brake Please carefully read all the safety instructions on Always set the parking brake when you stop the pages 3–8. Knowing this information could help you, machine or leave it unattended. your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury. Setting the Parking Brake Controls Move the motion control levers (Fig. -
Page 28: Starting And Stopping The Engine
Operation Releasing the Parking Brake Turn ignition key to “START” to energize starter. When engines starts, release key (Fig. 6). Push forward and down on the parking brake IMPORTANT: Do not engage starter for lever to release the parking brake (Fig. 2). The more than 10 seconds at a time. -
Page 29: Operating The Power Take Off (Pto)
Operation Stopping Operating the Power Take Off (PTO) Move the throttle lever to “SLOW” (Fig. 5). Turn the ignition key to “OFF” and remove The power take off (PTO) switch engages and (Fig. 6). disengages power to the electric clutch. Note: If the engine has been working hard or is hot, let it idle for a minute before... -
Page 30: The Safety Interlock System
Operation The Safety Interlock System Testing the Safety Interlock System Test the safety interlock system before you use the Understanding the Safety Interlock machine each time. If the safety system does not System operate as described below, have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately. -
Page 31: Driving Forward Or Backward
Operation Driving Forward or Backward Backward Move levers to the center, un-locked position. The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the To go backward, slowly pull the motion control throttle control in the “FAST” position for best levers rearward (Fig. -
Page 32: Instruments
Operation Fuel Tanks The unit has two fuel tanks, one located on the left POTENTIAL HAZARD side and on the right side. Each tank connects to the Machine can spin very rapidly by fuel shut off valve in the control panel. From there a positioning one lever too far ahead of the common fuel line leads to the engine (Fig. -
Page 33: Adjusting Height-Of-Cut
Operation Adjusting Height-of-Cut Adjusting Anti-Scalp Rollers The height-of-cut is adjusted from 1-1/2” to 5” Whenever you change the height-of-cut it is (38 to 127 mm) in 1/4” (6 mm) increments by recommended to adjust the height of the anti-scalp relocating clevis pin in different hole locations. rollers. -
Page 34: Positioning The Seat
Operation Positioning the Seat Pushing the Machine by Hand The seat can move forward and backward. Position IMPORTANT: Always push the machine by the seat where you have the best control of the hand. Never tow the machine because machine and are most comfortable. hydraulic damage may occur. -
Page 35: Transporting Machines
Operation Transporting Machines Loading Machines Use a heavy–duty trailer or truck to transport the Use extreme caution when loading units on trailers or machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all trucks. One full width ramp that is wide enough to necessary lighting and marking as required by law. - Page 36 Operation POTENTIAL HAZARD Loading a unit on a trailer or truck increases the possibility of backward tip–over. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Backward tip–over of the unit could cause serious injury or death. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Use extreme caution when operating a unit on a ramp.
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Page 37: Tips For Mowing Grass
File down any nicks and sharpen the blades first mow at a high cutting height; then mow again as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it two days later at a lower height setting. immediately with a genuine TORO replacement blade. -
Page 38: Maintenance
Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Service Operation Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Service Hydraulic fluid–check level Initial Initial Oil—check level Oil—change* Initial Oil Filter–change (200 hours or every other oil change)* Hydraulic filter–change Initial Safety System—check Chassis—grease* Linkage bushings—oil* Paper Air Cleaner—service* Paper Air Cleaner—replace* Spark Plug(s)—change... -
Page 39: 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 40: Inspecting The Blades
Maintenance Inspecting the Blades Checking for Bent Blades Inspect the cutting edges (Fig 15). If the edges Rotate the blades until the ends face forward and are not sharp or have nicks, remove and sharpen backward (Fig. 16). Measure from a level the blades. - Page 41 Blades must be replaced if a solid object is hit, if the edges. blade is out of balance or is bent. To ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine TORO replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards. m–1854 Figure 18 1.
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Page 42: Air Cleaner
Maintenance Installing the Blades Air Cleaner Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Fig. 20). Paper Element: IMPORTANT: The curved part of the blade Clean after 50 operating hours. must be pointing upward toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting. Replace after 300 operating hours. -
Page 43: Engine Oil
Maintenance Cleaning Paper Elements Engine Oil Paper Element Change oil: A. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to After the first 8 operating hours. remove dust and dirt (Fig. 22). After every 100 operating hours. B. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and damage to the rubber seal. - Page 44 Maintenance Checking Oil Level Changing/Draining Oil Note: Check oil when engine is cold. Replace the oil every 100 hours. Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. Move warms the oil so it drains better.
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Page 45: Cooling System
Maintenance Change Oil Filter Cooling System Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other oil change. Checking Radiator Coolant Note: Change oil filter more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. POTENTIAL HAZARD Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Coolant is hot and pressurized. - Page 46 Maintenance POTENTIAL HAZARD Rotating fan turns on and off unexpectedly and can cause injury. Rotating shaft can cause injury. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Fingers, hands or loose clothing can get caught by rotating fan and drive shaft. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not operate the machine without the covers in place.
- Page 47 Maintenance Changing Engine Coolant With engine cool, drain coolant by loosening the drain cock in the right rear corner (Fig. 27) Change engine coolant every 400 hours. The engine block may be drained by removing the radiator hose and/or drain plugs from the engine block (Fig.
- Page 48 Maintenance Remove the radiator cap and add 50/50 mixture Cooling System Inspection of permanent antifreeze and water until Inspect the radiator and the hoses initially and after completely full. first 8 hours. Wait 2 minutes and check if coolant stays up to Inspect the radiator and the hoses every 200 hours.
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Page 49: Spark Plug
Maintenance Spark Plug Checking the Spark Plug Clean the electrodes by scraping or with ba wire Check the spark plug(s) after every 100 operating brush to remove carbon deposits and wetness hours. Make sure the air gap between the center and (Fig. -
Page 50: Fuel Filter
Maintenance Fuel Filter Fuel Tank Draining The Fuel Tank Replace the fuel filter after every 300 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first. Replacing the Fuel Filter POTENTIAL HAZARD Never install a dirty filter if it is removed from the In certain conditions gasoline is extremely fuel line. -
Page 51: Greasing And Lubrication
Maintenance Pull the fuel line off fuel filter (Fig. 33). Open Greasing and Lubrication fuel shut-off valve and allow gasoline to drain into a gas can or drain pan. Lubricate the machine when shown on the CHECK SERVICE REFERENCE AID decal (Fig. 34). Grease Note: Now is the best time to install a new more frequently when operating conditions are... -
Page 52: Greasing The Bearings
Maintenance Where to Add Grease Greasing the Bearings Lubricate the grease fittings as shown on the CHECK The cutting unit must be lubricated regularly. Refer to SERVICE REFERENCE AID decal (Fig. 34). the Service Interval Chart on page 36. Grease with No. -
Page 53: Tire Pressure
Maintenance Tire Pressure Wheel Hub Slotted Nut Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as Check after every 500 operating hours. specified. Uneven tire pressure can cause uneven cut. The slotted nut needs to be torqued to 125 ft–lbs Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 50 (169.5 N m). -
Page 54: Castor Pivot Bearing Adjustment
Maintenance Castor Pivot Bearing Hydraulic System Adjustment Checking the Hydraulic Fluid Check after every 500 operating hours or at storage, Check the hydraulic fluid level before engine is first which ever comes first. started. Stop the engine, set the parking brake, remove Check the hydraulic fluid level after first 8 operating the key and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) hours. - Page 55 Maintenance Replacing the Hydraulic Filter Change the hydraulic filter: After the first 8 operating hours. After every 200 operating hours. Use summer filter above 32 F (0 C) Use winter filter below 32 F (0 C) Figure 39 Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the ignition key to “OFF”...
- Page 56 Maintenance Remove plastic bag from tank opening and allow Bleeding Hydraulic System filter to fill with hydro fluid. The traction system is self bleeding, however, it may When fluid overflows filter turn the oil filter be necessary to bleed the system if fluid is changed or clockwise until the rubber gasket contacts the after work is performed on the system.
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Page 57: Adjusting Motion Controls
Maintenance Check Hydraulic Lines Adjusting Motion Controls After every 100 operating hours, check hydraulic lines and hoses for leaks, loose fittings, kinked lines, Adjusting Handle Neutral loose mounting supports, wear, weather and chemical deterioration. Make necessary repairs before If motion control levers do not align, or move easily operating. - Page 58 Maintenance POTENTIAL HAZARD Engine must be running so motion control adjustment can be performed. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Contact with moving parts or hot surfaces may cause personal injury. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Keep hands, feet, face, clothing and other m–3800 body parts away from rotating parts, Figure 42...
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Page 59: Throttle Lever Adjustment
Maintenance Repeat on opposite side of unit. Tighten locknuts against ball joints. POTENTIAL HAZARD Electrical system will not perform proper safety shut off with jumper wire installed. Figure 43 WHAT CAN HAPPEN 1. Pivot Bolt 5. Washer Contact with moving parts may cause 2. -
Page 60: Adjustment Parking Brake
Maintenance Adjustment Parking Brake Fuse Service Interval/Specification Check parking brake for proper adjustment. Disengage brake lever (lever down). The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires no maintenance, however, if a fuse blows check Measure the length of the spring. Measurement component/circuit for malfunction or short. -
Page 61: Battery
Maintenance Battery IMPORTANT: Do not overfill the battery because electrolyte (sulfuric acid) can cause severe corrosion and damage to the chassis. Check the electrolyte level in the battery every 25 hours. Always keep the battery clean and fully Press the filler caps onto the battery. charged. -
Page 62: Mower Leveling
Maintenance Mower Leveling Lift up on four (4) top chain attachment bolts, in the slots, to take slack out of chains and tighten flange lock nuts (Deck is still supported by two Position mower on a flat surface. Stop the rear and one front blocks under mower.) engine, set the parking brake, remove the key and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the... -
Page 63: Belt Inspection
Maintenance Compression Spring Adjustment Replacing the Deck Belt Raise deck lift lever to the transport position, Squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping (Fig. 49). when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks and cracks are signs of a worn deck belt. Replace the deck Springs are compressed so the distance between belt if any of these conditions are evident. -
Page 64: Replacing The Pto Drive Belt
Maintenance Replacing the PTO Drive Belt Check belt tension. The center bolt of spring loaded idler must be between the two alignment holes in left support plate (Fig NO TAG). Squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks and Note: Check position of center bolt in Low cracks are signs of a worn drive belt. -
Page 65: Replacing The Alternator Belt
Maintenance Check belt tension again. The center bolt of Replacing the Alternator Belt spring loaded idler must be between the two alignment holes in left support plate (Fig. 53). Squealing when the belt is rotating, frayed belt edges, Adjust, if necessary, and tighten all hardware burn marks and cracks are signs of a worn belt. -
Page 66: Replacing The Grass Deflector
Maintenance Replacing the Grass Deflector Tighten the locknuts until they contact the pivot brackets and install cap (Fig. 58). IMPORTANT: The grass deflector must be spring-loaded in the down position. Lift the deflector up to test that it snaps to the full POTENTIAL HAZARD down position. -
Page 67: Waste Disposal
The tilt switch on this unit contains mercury, a Return the switch to your Toro dealer if it is faulty hazardous material. Mercury that is outside a sealed and is being replaced or if the unit containing the container vaporizes at room temperature. -
Page 68: Wiring Diagram
Maintenance Wiring Diagram... - Page 69 Maintenance Wiring Diagram...
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Page 70: Cleaning And Storage
Maintenance Cleaning and Storage manufacture. (1 oz. per gallon). Do not use an alcohol based stabilizer (ethanol or methanol). Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake and turn the ignition key to “OFF” Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most to stop the engine. -
Page 71: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter does not crank Blade control (PTO) is Move blade control (PTO) to ENGAGED. DISENGAGED. Parking brake is not on. Set parking brake. Operator is not seated. Sit on the seat. Battery is dead. Charge the battery. - Page 72 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine overheats. More coolant is needed. Check and add coolant. (3) air intake screens are Clean with every use. dirty. Restricted air flow into the Inspect and clean the radiator engine. screen with every use. Radiator fins are dirty.
- Page 73 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Blades do not rotate. Drive belt is worn, loose or Install new drive belt. broken. Drive belt is off pulley. Install drive belt and check adjusting shafts and belt guides for correct position. Deck belt is worn, loose or Install new deck belt.
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Page 76: Warranty
What Is Covered By This Express Warranty? analysis of the defect in materials or workmanship or if you need a referral to a TORO ProLine Service Dealer, please feel free to The Toro Company promises to repair any TORO Product...