Using The Side Discharge; Loading Machines - Toro Z Master 74941CP Operator's Manual

The drive wheel release valves are located in the back of
each hydraulic drive unit, under the seat.
Note: Make sure the release valves are in the fully
horizontal position when operating the machine or
severe damage to the hydraulic system can occur.
1. Disengage the PTO (blade control switch) and turn
the ignition key to off. Move the levers to neutral
locked position and apply parking brake. Remove
the key.
2. Rotate the release valve levers vertically to push the
machine. This allows hydraulic oil to by-pass the
pump enabling the wheels to turn (Figure 33).
3. Disengage parking brake before pushing.
Figure 33
1. Vertical to push the
machine
4. Rotate the release valve levers horizontally to run
the machine (Figure 33).

Using the Side Discharge

The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses
clippings to the side and down toward the turf.
2. Horizontal to run the
machine
DANGER
Without a grass deflector, discharge cover, or
complete grass catcher assembly mounted in
place, you and others are exposed to blade contact
and thrown debris. Contact with rotating mower
blade(s) and thrown debris will cause injury or
death.
• Never remove the grass deflector from the
mower because the grass deflector routes
material down toward the turf. If the
grass deflector is ever damaged, replace it
immediately.
• Never put your hands or feet under the mower.
• Never try to clear the discharge area or mower
blades unless you move the power take off
(blade control switch (PTO) to the off position,
rotate the ignition key to off and remove the key.
• Make sure the grass deflector is in the down
position.

Loading Machines

Use extreme caution when loading units on trailers or
trucks. One full width ramp that is wide enough to
extend beyond the rear tires is recommended instead of
individual ramps for each side of the unit (Figure 34).
The lower rear section of the tractor frame extends back
between the rear wheels and serves as a stop for tipping
backward. Having a full width ramp provides a surface
for the frame members to contact if the unit starts to
tip backward. If it is not possible to use one full width
ramp, use enough individual ramps to simulate a full
width continuous ramp.
The ramp should be long enough so that the angles
do not exceed 15 degrees (Figure 34). A steeper angle
may cause mower components to get caught as the unit
moves from ramp to trailer or truck. Steeper angles
may also cause the unit to tip backward. If loading on
or near a slope, position the trailer or truck so it is on
the down side of the slope and the ramp extends up the
slope. This will minimize the ramp angle. The trailer or
truck should be as level as possible.
Important: Do Not attempt to turn the unit while
on the ramp; you may lose control and drive off
the side.
Avoid sudden acceleration when driving up a ramp and
sudden deceleration when backing down a ramp. Both
maneuvers can cause the unit to tip backward.
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