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- Page 1 Form No. 3323–430 Z–Master Z253 with 62 Side Discharge Mower Model No. 74209–200000001 & 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
....Adjusting Anti-Scalp Rollers ... Toro Mower Safety ....Positioning the Seat . - Page 4 Contents Mercury Tilt Switch ....Cleaning and Storage ....Mercury Tilt Switch Disposal .
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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 TOP OF CONSOLE LEFT ON RIGHT SIDE OF HEIGHT OF ON LEFT SIDE OF... - 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 REACHING UNDERNEATH ON TOP OF RIGHT E643252 ENGINE BAFFLE (Part No. E643339) ON CONSOLE AND RUBBER FLAP BEHIND SEAT (Part No.
- Page 15 Safety ON TOP OF HYDRAULIC ON LEFT SIDE GAS TANK RESERVOIR (Part No. 99–4632) (Part No. E523552) ON HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR ON FRONT CONSOLE MOUNTING BRACKET (Part No. 98-4387) (Part No. E513929) ON DECK SUPPORT FRAME (Part No. E633818)
- Page 16 Safety 100–4260 UNDER FOOTREST AND (3) UNDER PULLEY COVERS (Part No. 98–5954)
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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 Fill out and return to Toro Registration card... -
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 causing serious injury. -
Page 24: 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 8 Hydraulic System Oil Capacity: 2.1 qt. (2.0 l) 1. -
Page 25: Greasing The Bearings
Assembly Greasing the Bearings Check Engine Oil Level Before you start the engine and use the machine, check the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Greasing the Bearings Checking Oil Level, page 41. Make sure cutting unit spindles are full of grease before engine is first started. -
Page 26: 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 27: Starting And Stopping The Engine
Operation Releasing the Parking Brake Turn ignition key “START” to energize starter. When engine starts, release key. 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 28: 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” (Fig. 6). The power take off (PTO) switch engages and disengages power to the electric clutch. Note: If the engine has been working hard or is hot, let it idle for a minute before turning the ignition key “OFF.”... -
Page 29: 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 30: Driving Forward Or Backward
Operation Driving Forward or Backward The farther you move the traction control levers in either direction, the faster the machine will move in that direction. The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the To stop pull the motion control levers to neutral. -
Page 31: Instruments
Operation Fuel Tanks The unit has two fuel tanks, located on the left and POTENTIAL HAZARD right sides. Each tank connects to the fuel shut off Someone could move or attempt to operate valve in the control panel. From there a common fuel the tractor while it is unattended. -
Page 32: Adjusting Height-Of-Cut
Operation Adjusting Height-of-Cut Adjusting Anti-Scalp Rollers The height-of-cut is adjusted from 2” to 5-1/2” Whenever you change the height-of-cut it is (51 to 140 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 33: 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 34: 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 35 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 36: 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 37: Maintenance
Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Service Operation 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* Foam Air Cleaner—service* Paper Air Cleaner—replace* Spark Plug(s)—check... -
Page 38: 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 39: 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 40 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 41: Air Cleaner
Maintenance Installing the Blades Air Cleaner Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Fig. 20). Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 operating hours. IMPORTANT: The curved part of the blade must be pointing upward toward the inside of Paper Element: Replace after every 100 operating the mower to ensure proper cutting. - Page 42 Maintenance Carefully slide the foam element off the paper Paper Element element (Fig. 21). A. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to Unscrew the cover nut and remove the cover and remove dust and dirt (Fig. 23). paper element (Fig. 21). B.
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Page 43: Engine Oil
Maintenance Engine Oil Checking Oil Level Note: Check oil when engine is cold. Change oil: Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the After the first 8 operating hours. ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. Move controllers to neutral locked position and apply After every 100 operating hours. - Page 44 Maintenance Changing/Draining Oil Change Oil Filter Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other warms the oil so it drains better. oil change. Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly Note: Change oil filter more frequently when lower than the opposite side to assure the oil...
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Page 45: Spark Plug
Maintenance Spark Plug Checking the Spark Plug Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 28). Check the spark plug(s) after every 200 operating If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, hours. Make sure the air gap between the center and the engine is operating properly. -
Page 46: Fuel Filter
Maintenance Fuel Filter Fuel Tank Draining The Fuel Tank Replace the fuel filter after every 200 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 47: Greasing And Lubrication
Maintenance Pull the fuel line off fuel filter (Fig. 30). 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. 31). Grease Note: Now is the best time to install a new more frequently when operating conditions are... -
Page 48: 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. 31). the Service Interval Chart on page 35. Grease with No. -
Page 49: Cleaning The Cooling Systems
Maintenance Cleaning the Cooling Systems Wheel Hub Slotted Nut Before each use, check and clean cooling screen. Check after every 500 operating hours. Remove any build–up of grass, dirt or other debris The slotted nut needs to be torqued to 125 ft–lbs from the oil cooler screen and engine air intake. -
Page 50: 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. If there is no fluid, add fluid to reservoir aproximately a 1/4 (6mm) below the top of baffle. - Page 51 Maintenance Replacing the Hydraulic Filter Change the hydraulic filter: After the first 8 operating hours. After every 200 operating hours. Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. Move controllers to neutral locked position and apply parking brake.
- Page 52 Maintenance When fluid overflows filter turn the oil filter Check Hydraulic Lines clockwise until the rubber gasket contacts the After every 100 operating hours, check hydraulic filter adapter, then tighten the filter an additional lines and hoses for leaks, loose fittings, kinked lines, 1/2 turn (Fig.
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Page 53: Adjusting Motion Controls
Maintenance Adjusting Motion Controls Adjusting Handle Neutral If motion control levers do not align, or move easily into the console notch, adjustment is required. Adjust each lever, spring and rod separately. Note: Motion control levers must be installed correctly. See Install Motion Control Levers on page 19. -
Page 54: Replacing The Pump Drive Belt
Maintenance This adjustment must be made with drive wheels Repeat on opposite side of unit. Tighten locknuts turning. First raise the frame and block up so against ball joints. drive wheels can rotate freely. POTENTIAL HAZARD POTENTIAL HAZARD Electrical system will not perform proper Engine must be running so motion control safety shut off with jumper wire installed. -
Page 55: Adjustment Parking Brake
Maintenance m–3788 Figure 41 Figure 42 1. Brake lever 4. Collar on brake rod 2. Spring 2.75” (70 mm) 5. 3/16”–1/4’ (5–7 mm) 3. Adjusting nuts 6. Jam nut and yoke Adjustment Parking Brake Check parking brake for proper adjustment. Throttle Lever Adjustment Disengage brake lever (lever down). -
Page 56: Fuse
Maintenance Fuse Battery Service Interval/Specification Check the electrolyte level in the battery every 25 hours. Always keep the battery clean and fully The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires charged. Use a paper towel to clean the battery case. no maintenance, however, if a fuse blows check If the battery terminals are corroded, clean them with component/circuit for malfunction or short. -
Page 57: Mower Leveling
Maintenance IMPORTANT: Do not overfill the battery Mower Leveling because electrolyte (sulfuric acid) can cause severe corrosion and damage to the chassis. Position mower on a flat surface. Stop the engine, set the parking brake, remove the key Press the filler caps onto the battery. and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the spark plug(s). -
Page 58: Belt Inspection
Maintenance Lift up on four (4) top chain attachment bolts, in Compression Spring Adjustment the slots, to take slack out of chains and tighten Raise deck lift lever to the transport position, flange lock nuts (Deck is still supported by two (Fig. -
Page 59: Replacing The Deck Belt
Maintenance Replacing the Deck Belt Replacing the PTO Drive Belt Squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping Squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks and when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks and cracks are signs of a worn deck belt. - Page 60 Maintenance Check belt tension. The center bolt of spring loaded idler must be between the two alignment holes in left support plate (Fig 50). Note: Check position of center bolt in Low Height of Cut. The center bolt must be at or below the top alignment hole.
- Page 61 Maintenance m–3740 Figure 52 1. Push arm 3. Jam nut 2. 15–5/16” (389 mm) 4. Ball joint nominal 11. Rotate the belt guide, on rear of the mower, so it is 1/8”–1/4” (3–7 mm) away from the vertical side of the PTO belt (Fig. 53). Figure 53 1.
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Page 62: Replacing The Grass Deflector
Maintenance Replacing the Grass Deflector POTENTIAL HAZARD An uncovered discharge opening will allow objects to be thrown in operator’s or bystander’s direction. Also, contact with blade could occur. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Thrown objects or blade contact can cause serious injury or kill you or bystanders. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD m–4166 Never operate mower unless grass deflector... -
Page 63: 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 64: Wiring Diagram
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Page 65: 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 66: 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 67 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine overheats. Engine load is excessive. Reduce ground speed. Oil level in crankcase is low. Add oil to crankcase. Cooling fins and air passages Remove obstruction from under engine blower housing cooling fins and air passages. are plugged.
- Page 68 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.
- Page 72 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...