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Toro 74182 Operator's Manual

Toro 74182 Operator's Manual

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FORM NO. 3319–780
Z–325
OUT FRONT Z
Traction Unit
Model No. 74182 – 890001 & Up
Operator's Manual
IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully. It contains information about your
safety and the safety of others. Also become familiar with the controls and
their proper use before you operate the product.

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  • Page 1 FORM NO. 3319–780 Z–325 OUT FRONT Z Traction Unit Model No. 74182 – 890001 & Up Operator’s Manual IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully. It contains information about your safety and the safety of others. Also become familiar with the controls and...
  • Page 2 Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product correctly. Reading this All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied manual will help you and others avoid personal injury with your new product, so feel free to contact your and damage to the product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Page Page Instruments ......Safety ....... . . Driving Forward or Backward .

  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety General Operation Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can result in injury. To reduce the potential Read, understand, and follow all instructions in for injury, comply with these safety instructions the operator’s manual and on the machine before and always pay attention to the safety alert starting.
  • Page 5 Safety 14. Do not operate the machine while under the Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. influence of alcohol or drugs. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. 15. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
  • Page 6 Safety Children Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade attachment bolts. Keep equipment in good Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert condition. to the presence of children. Children are often Never tamper with safety devices. Check safety attracted to the machine and the mowing activity.

  • Page 7: Slope Chart

    Safety Slope Chart Read all safety instructions on pages 2–4.

  • Page 8: 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. ON INSTRUMENT PANEL (Part No. 98–4366) BELOW FRONT OF SEAT (Part No.

  • Page 9: Gasoline And Oil

    Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Stabilizer/Conditioner Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded to the gas. Using a stabilizer/conditioner in the regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is machine: not available.

  • Page 10: Assembly

    Assembly Loose Parts Note: Use the chart below to verify all parts have been shipped. DESCRIPTION QTY. Wheel–drive Install drive wheels Lug nut 1/2–13 Wheel assembly–castor Axle Locknut 1/2–13 Washer 1/2” (13 mm) Install castor wheel Spacer Nut 1/2–13 Jam nut 1/2–13 Seat Washer 5/16”...

  • Page 11: Install Drive Wheels

    Operator’s Manual Engine Operator’s Manual Parts Catalog For ordering parts Registration card Fill out and return to Toro Install Drive Wheels Install Castor Wheel Jack up front of unit and remove lug nuts from Remove nuts, washers, spacer and axle shaft studs (Fig.

  • Page 12: Install Seat

    Assembly Check the air pressure in the front and rear tires: refer to Tire Pressure in Maintenance section. POTENTIAL HAZARD Install Seat Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a deadly poison and it causes severe burns. Tip seat pan up and position seat over slots (Fig.

  • Page 13: Install Battery

    Assembly Install Battery Fill battery with electrolyte and charge, refer to BATTERY, page 32. Position battery in tray with terminal posts toward the engine (Fig. 6). Slide the red terminal boot onto the red battery cable. Install the positive (red) battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal then negative battery cable to the negative (–) battery terminal.

  • Page 14: Install Drive Shaft

    Assembly Install Drive Shaft Remove Drive Shaft Install the drive shaft only when ready to attach a mower deck to the traction unit. Secure universal joint to gearbox shaft with (2) POTENTIAL HAZARD 3/8”–16 x 1-5/8” (41.5 mm) bolts and 3/8”–16 If the drive shaft is attached to the tractor locknuts (Fig.

  • Page 15: 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 2–8. 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 to the neutral...

  • Page 16: Starting And Stopping Engine

    Operation Starting and Stopping Engine Starting Sit down on the seat and set the parking brake; refer to Setting the Parking Brake, page 13. Move the motion control levers to neutral. Move the PTO (power take off) to “OFF” m–2721 m–2719 (Fig.

  • Page 17: Operating Power Take Off (Pto)

    Operation Stopping Operating Power Take Off (PTO) Move the throttle lever to “SLOW” (Fig. 5). Set the parking brake. The power take off (PTO) switch engages and disengages power to the attachment clutch. Turn the ignition key to “OFF” (Fig. 6). Note: If the engine has been working hard or Engaging the Power Take Off (PTO)

  • Page 18: The Safety Interlock System

    Operation The Safety Interlock System Instruments Understanding the Safety Interlock Hour Meter System The hour meter records the number of hours the The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the engine has operated. It operates when the engine is engine from starting unless: running.

  • Page 19: Driving Forward Or Backward

    Operation Driving Forward or Backward Backward Release the parking brake; refer to Setting the The throttle control regulates the engine speed as Parking Brake, page 13. measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle control in the “FAST” position for best To go backward, slowly pull the motion control performance.

  • Page 20: 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 21: Maintenance

    Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Service Operation Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Service Hydraulic fluid–check level 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* Drive Shaft—grease* PTO Gearbox–check level (change every 500 hours or six months) Foam Air Cleaner—service* Paper Air Cleaner—replace*...

  • Page 22: Air Cleaner

    Maintenance POTENTIAL HAZARD If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could start the engine. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Accidental starting of the engine could seriously injure you or other bystanders. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Remove the key from the ignition switch and pull the wire(s) off the spark plug(s) before you do any maintenance.
  • Page 23 Maintenance Carefully slide the foam element off the paper element (Fig. 12). Unscrew the cover nut and remove the cover and paper element (Fig. 12). Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements Foam Element A. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm water.

  • Page 24: Engine Oil

    Maintenance Engine Oil Checking Oil Level Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Change oil: the power take off (PTO) and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. Remove the After the first 5 operating hours. key.
  • Page 25 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...

  • Page 26: Spark Plug

    Maintenance Spark Plug Checking the Spark Plug Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 19). 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 27: Greasing And Lubrication

    Maintenance Greasing and Lubrication Grease the fittings on drive shaft and universal joints (Fig. 8). Grease the castor wheel bearings and motion control lever pivots every 8 operating hours. Grease more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Grease Type: General-purpose grease.

  • Page 28: Cleaning The Cooling Systems

    Maintenance Fill oil as in steps 1 and 2. Install screen from rear and raise over oil cooler. Secure with previously removed hardware (Fig. 23). Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ...

  • Page 29: 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 30: Hydraulic System

    Maintenance Pull the fuel line off fuel shut-off valve (Fig. 26). Clean area around filler neck of hydraulic tank Open fuel shut-off valve and allow gasoline to (Fig. 27). drain into a gas can or drain pan. Remove cap from filler neck and look inside to Note: Now is the best time to install a new check fluid level.
  • Page 31 Maintenance Place drain pan under filter, remove the old filter 10. Check fluid level in hydraulic tank and add to and wipe the filter adapter gasket surface clean raise level to cover bottom of screen. DO NOT (Fig. 28). OVER FILL. m–3291 m–1256 Figure 28...

  • Page 32: Adjusting Motion Controls

    Maintenance If motion control levers do not line up in neutral, identify control rod of handle closer to the seat. Rotate to lengthen this control rod a little. POTENTIAL HAZARD Tighten jam nuts. Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Fluid accidentally injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few...

  • Page 33: Replacing The Traction Belt

    Maintenance Replacing the Traction Belt Check traction drive belt for wear after every 50 hours of operation. Remove PTO belts; refer to Replacing Power Take Off (PTO) Belts. Push spring loaded idler down and remove traction belt from the engine, fixed idler and hydro pump pulleys (Fig.

  • Page 34: Fuse

    Maintenance Fuse a solution of four parts water and one part baking soda. Apply a light coating of grease to the battery terminals to prevent corrosion. Service Interval/Specification Voltage: 12 v, 280 Cold Cranking Amps The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires no maintenance, however, if a fuse blows check component/circuit for malfunction or short.
  • Page 35 Maintenance Press the filler caps onto the battery. Charging the Battery IMPORTANT: Always keep the battery fully charged (1.260 specific gravity). This is especially important to prevent battery damage when the temperature is below 32 F (0 C). Check the electrolyte level; refer to Checking Electrolyte Level, page 32.

  • Page 36: Wiring Diagram

    Maintenance Wiring Diagram...

  • Page 37: Hydraulic Diagram

    Maintenance Hydraulic Diagram...

  • Page 38: Cleaning And Storage

    Maintenance Cleaning and Storage 10. For long-term storage (more than 90 days) add stabilizer/conditioner additive to fuel in the tank (1 oz. per gallon). Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake and turn the ignition key to “OFF” A.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter does not crank Power take off (PTO) is Move power take off (PTO) to ENGAGED. DISENGAGED. Parking brake is not on. Set parking brake. Motion control levers are not Move motion control levers in neutral.
  • Page 40 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 44 Pickup and delivery charges for distances beyond a 15-mile radius from a TORO ProLine Service Dealer. TORO Products used for residential use are covered by a full two-year warranty. All repairs covered by this warranty must be performed by a TORO Service Dealer using Toro approved replacement parts.

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