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Toro 74268 Operator's Manual

Toro 74268 Operator's Manual

With a 60in or 72in turbo force side discharge mower
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Form No. 3364-205 Rev A
Z590-D Z Master
®
With a 60in or 72in TURBO FORCE
®
Side
Discharge Mower
Model No. 74268—Serial No. 310000001 and Up
Model No. 74269—Serial No. 310000001 and Up
To register your product or download an Operator's Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge, go to www.Toro.com.
Original Instructions (EN)

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  • Page 1 With a 60in or 72in TURBO FORCE ® Side Discharge Mower Model No. 74268—Serial No. 310000001 and Up Model No. 74269—Serial No. 310000001 and Up To register your product or download an Operator's Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge, go to www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Safe Operating Practices ........4 additional information, contact an Authorized Service Slope Indicator............. 6 Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model Safety and Instructional Decals ......7 and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 Product Overview ............14 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers Controls .............
  • Page 3 Checking the Engine Oil Level......17 Brake Maintenance ..........46 Switching the Fuel Tanks ........17 Adjusting the Parking Brake........ 46 Using the Rollover Protection System Belt Maintenance............ 47 (ROPS) ............17 Inspecting the Belts ..........47 Think Safety First ..........18 Replacing the Mower Belt ........

  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety • Use extra care when handling diesel and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner – Use only an approved container can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, –...

  • Page 5: Slope Operation

    • Be certain that the seat belt can be released quickly • Use only Toro approved attachments. Warranty may in the event of an emergency. be voided if used with unapproved attachments.

  • Page 6: Slope Indicator

    Slope Indicator G011841 Figure 3 This page may be copied for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can safely operate the machine on is 15 degrees. Use the slope chart to determine the degree of slope of hills before operating. Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 15 degrees. Fold along the appropriate line to match the recommended slope.

  • Page 7: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional 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. 58-6520 1. Grease 1-403005 66-1340 1-523552 65-2690 1-643253 68-8340 98-4387 1.
  • Page 8 98-5954 105-7798 103-3276 107-1613 103-5881 107-1857 104-2449 104-7759 107-1860...
  • Page 9 107-1861 107-2102 107-1864 107-2112 107-2114...
  • Page 10 Manufacturer’s Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. 107-7673 1. Cutting blade 107-9863 107-7705 107-9864 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. 109-7949 110-2067...
  • Page 11 110-2068 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. 117–0916 1. Fast 3. Slow 2. Continuous variable setting 112-8651 1. Interval 2. Power Take-off (PTO) 117–2718 3. Parking brake 4. Neutral 5. Operator presence switch 6. Battery 114-9600 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. 117-7818 1.
  • Page 12 106-7492 106-9989 107-9309 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for information on charging the battery; contains lead; do not discard. 2. Read the Operator’s Manual.
  • Page 13 107-9866 1. Fast 2. Slow 3. Neutral 4. Reverse...

  • Page 14: Product Overview

    Product Overview Figure 5 1. Ignition switch 4. Throttle control Figure 4 2. Glow plug light 5. Power take off (PTO) 1. Z Stand © 6. Fuel cap (both sides) Switch 3. Engine Temperature light 6. Hour meter 7. Parking brake lever 2.

  • Page 15: Fuel Selector Valve

    Contact your Throttle Control Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments The throttle control is variable between Fast and Slow. and accessories. Blade Control Switch (PTO)

  • Page 16: Operation

    Operation DANGER In certain conditions, fuel is extremely flammable Note: Determine the left and right sides of the and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel machine from the normal operating position. can burn you and others and can damage property. •...

  • Page 17: Filling The Fuel Tank

    • Use B5 (biodiesel contend of 5%) or lesser blend in cold weather. • Monitor seals, hoses, gaskets in contact with fuel as they may be degrade over time. • Fuel filter plugging maybe expected for a time after converting to biodiesel blends. •...

  • Page 18: Think Safety First

    Think Safety First Please read all safety instructions and symbols in the safety section. Knowing this information could help you or bystanders avoid injury. DANGER Operating on wet grass or steep slopes can cause sliding and loss of control. Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death or drowning.

  • Page 19: Understanding The Audible Alarms

    Operating the Parking Brake CAUTION This machine produces sound levels in excess of Always set the parking brake when you stop the 85 dBA at the operators ear and can cause hearing machine or leave it unattended. loss through extended periods of exposure. Setting the Parking Brake Wear hearing protection when operating this machine.

  • Page 20: Starting The Engine In Cold Weather

    2. Move the motion controls to the neutral locked position. 3. Set the parking brake; refer to Setting the Parking Brake. 4. Move the PTO (power take off) switch to the off position (Figure 14). 5. Move the throttle lever to the middle position (Figure 14).

  • Page 21: Operating The Power Take Off (Pto)

    Stopping the Engine 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the parking brake (Figure 17 ). 2. Move the throttle lever midway between the slow and fast positions (Figure 16 ). 3.

  • Page 22: Driving Forward Or Backward

    the throttle control in the fast position for best performance. Always operate in the full throttle position when mowing. CAUTION Machine can spin very rapidly. Operator may lose control of machine and cause personal injury or damage to machine. • Use caution when making turns. Figure 18 •...

  • Page 23: Stopping The Machine

    CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the tractor while it is unattended. Always remove the ignition key and set the parking brake when leaving the machine unattended, even if just for a few minutes. Adjusting the Control Lever Resistance The top damper mounting bolt can be adjusted to...

  • Page 24: Using The Lift Assist Lever

    2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. After adjusting the height-of-cut, adjust the rollers by removing the flange nut, bushing, spacer, and bolt (Figure 23 , Figure 24 and Figure 25 ). Note: The two middle rollers will not have a spacer (Figure 24).

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Flow Baffle

    Figure 26 1. Cam lock 3. Rotate cam to increase or decrease locking pressure 2. Lever 4. Slot Figure 25 1. Anti-scalp roller 4. Flange Nut 5. Bolt 2. Spacer 3. Bushing Positioning the Flow Baffle The following figures are only recommendations for use.

  • Page 26: Positioning The Seat

    The seat can be adjusted to provide a smooth and • Allows increased ground speed in heavy conditions. comfortable ride. Position the seat where you are most • This position is similar to the benefits of the Toro comfortable. SFS mower.

  • Page 27: Unlatching The Seat

    Pushing the Machine by Hand Important: Always push the machine by hand. Never tow the machine because hydraulic damage may occur. Pushing the Machine 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the ignition key to off. Move the levers to neutral locked position and apply parking brake.

  • Page 28: Transporting Machines

    individual ramps for each side of the unit (Figure 34). DANGER The lower rear section of the tractor frame extends Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or back between the rear wheels and serves as a stop for complete grass catcher assembly mounted in tipping backward.

  • Page 29: Using The Z Stand

    Figure 35 1. Z Stand 4. Bracket Pin 2. Latch 5. Bottom of slot 3. Bracket 3. Raise the latch. Swing the stand foot out front and slide stand toward machine, into the bottom of slot Figure 34 (Figure 35 and Figure 36). 1.

  • Page 30: Operating Tips

    Cutting a Lawn for the First Time WARNING Cut grass slightly longer than normal to ensure the Parking brake may not hold machine parked cutting height of the mower does not scalp any uneven on Z Stand and could cause personal injury or ground.

  • Page 31: Blade Maintenance

    Check the cutter blades daily for sharpness, and for any wear or damage. 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.

  • Page 32: Maintenance

    • Check the wheel lug nuts. • Adjust the caster pivot bearing or at storage, which ever comes first. Every 500 hours • Change the hydraulic filter and hydraulic oil when using Toro® HYPR-OIL™ 500 hydraulic oil. • Replace the fan hydraulic filter •...

  • Page 33: Lubrication

    CAUTION If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. Remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) before you do any maintenance.

  • Page 34: Where To Add Light Oil Or Spray Lubrication

    2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Remove the belt covers. 4. Grease the three spindle bearings until grease comes out (Figure 39). 5. Grease the idler arm on the mower deck (Figure 39). 6.
  • Page 35 13. Torque the nut to 75-80 in-lb (8-9 N-m), loosen, then re-torque to 20-25 in-lb (2-3 N-m). Make sure axle does not extend beyond either nut. 14. Reinstall the seal guards over the wheel hub and insert wheel into caster fork. Reinstall caster bolt and tighten nut fully.

  • Page 36: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Cleaner Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently if operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Removing the Filters 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the parking brake.

  • Page 37: Servicing The Engine Oil

    4. Install the air cleaner cover with the side indicated as UP facing up and secure the latches (Figure 44). 5. Install the front engine panel. Servicing the Engine Oil Oil Type: High-quality detergent oil classified “API Service CF or CF-4" or higher for diesel engines. Do not use special additives with recommended oils.

  • Page 38: Changing The Engine Oil Filter

    Adding Engine Oil 1. Tilt the seat forward and remove the front engine panel (Figure 47). Figure 49 1. Note the clearance left in the filler opening. 5. Replace the dipstick and install the front engine panel. Figure 47 1. Front engine panel 2.

  • Page 39: Fuel System Maintenance

    Fuel System Maintenance Servicing the Fuel Filter and Water Separator Draining the Water Separator Figure 50 1. Drain plug 3. Dip stick Service Interval: Every 40 hours 2. Oil filter 1. Position the machine on a level surface. 2. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the parking brake.

  • Page 40: Servicing The Fuel Tank

    Changing the Fuel Filter Electrical System Service Interval: Every 400 hours/Yearly (whichever Maintenance comes first)—Replace the fuel filter (more often in dirty or dusty Servicing the Battery conditions). Never install a dirty fuel filter if it is removed from the WARNING fuel line.

  • Page 41: Servicing The Fuses

    Charging the Battery 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the parking brake. WARNING 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all Charging the battery produces gasses that can moving parts to stop before leaving the operating explode.

  • Page 42: Drive System Maintenance

    Drive System Maintenance Adjusting the Tracking The machine has a knob for adjusting the tracking located under the seat. Important: Adjust the handle neutral and hydraulic pump neutral before adjusting the tracking. Refer Figure 56 to Adjusting the Handle Neutral in Controls System 1.

  • Page 43: Checking The Tire Pressure

    Checking the Tire Pressure 5. Check the distance from bottom of slot in nut to inside edge of hole. Two threads or less should be Service Interval: Every 50 hours/Monthly (whichever showing (Figure 60). comes first) 6. If more than two threads are showing remove nut Check the pressure at the valve stem (Figure 59).

  • Page 44: Cooling System Maintenance

    Cooling System Maintenance Servicing the Cooling System DANGER Discharge of hot pressurized coolant or touching hot radiator and surrounding parts can cause severe burns. • Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Always allow the engine to cool at least 15 minutes or until the radiator cap is cool enough to touch without burning your hand before removing the radiator cap.

  • Page 45: Cleaning The Cooling System

    3. With the engine cool, check the overflow bottle level. 7. Inspect the seals on the engine cover and replace The fluid needs to be up to the bump on the outside them if needed. of the overflow bottle (Figure 62). 8.

  • Page 46: Brake Maintenance

    Brake Maintenance Adjusting the Parking Brake Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease the brake lever. Every 200 hours—Grease the brake pivot. 1. Disengage the brake lever (lever down). 2. Measure the length of the spring. The measurement should be 2-3/4 inch (70 mm) between the washers (Figure 63).

  • Page 47: Belt Maintenance

    Belt Maintenance Inspecting the Belts Service Interval: Every 100 hours Check the belts for 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. Replace the mower belt if any of these conditions are evident.

  • Page 48: Adjusting The Drive Belts

    Adjusting the Drive Belts 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the parking brake. 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.

  • Page 49: Checking And Replacing The Pump Drive Belt

    Replacing and Tensioning the Alternator Belt Replacing the Alternator Belt Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Check the alternator belt. 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the parking brake. 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating Figure 69 position.

  • Page 50: Controls System Maintenance

    Controls System 5. If the deflection is correct, torque the upper bolt to 170 in-lb (19 N-m) and the bottom bolt to 45 ft-lb Maintenance (61 N-m) (Figure 72). 6. Install the pump drive belt; refer to Replacing the Pump Drive Belt. Adjusting the Control Handle 7.

  • Page 51: Hydraulic System Maintenance

    Servicing the Hydraulic keep the pin at the end of the slot and allow the System adjustment bolt to move the lever to the appropriate position. Hydraulic Oil Type: Toro ® HYPR-OIL ™ 10. Tighten the nut and jam nut (Figure 74).
  • Page 52 Every 500 hours—Change the check for leaks. If one or both wheels will not drive, hydraulic filter and hydraulic oil refer to Bleeding Hydraulic System. when using Toro ® HYPR-OIL ™ 11. Recheck the fluid level while the fluid is warm. The hydraulic oil.

  • Page 53: Setting The Hydraulic Pump Neutral Position

    Bleeding the Hydraulic System The traction system is self bleeding, however, it may be necessary to bleed the system if fluid is changed or after work is performed on the system. 1. Raise rear of the machine so wheels are off the ground and support with jack stands.
  • Page 54 This adjustment must be made with drive wheels turning. DANGER Mechanical or hydraulic jacks may fail to support machine and cause a serious injury. • Use jack stand when supporting machine. • Do not use hydraulic jacks. WARNING Engine must be running so motion control Figure 79 adjustment can be performed.

  • Page 55: Mower Deck Maintenance

    Mower Deck Maintenance Leveling the Mower at Three Positions Important: There are only three measuring positions needed to level the mower. Setting Up the Machine 1. Position the mower on a flat surface. 2. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the parking brake.
  • Page 56 2. Measure the right blade at the B location, from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blade tip (Figure 81). 3. Record this measurement. This measurement needs to be 3-1/8 to 3-1/4 inches. 4. Position the left blade side-to-side (Figure 81). 5.

  • Page 57: Servicing The Cutting Blades

    File down any nicks and sharpen the blades as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, Checking for Bent Blades replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers blade. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to keep extra blades on hand.

  • Page 58: Removing The Blades

    2. Balancer blade is out of balance or is bent. To ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine TORO replacement blades. Installing the Blades Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards.

  • Page 59: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    (Figure 89). Torque the blade bolt to 85-110 ft-lb (115-150 N-m). Figure 90 1. Bolt 5. Spring installed 2. Spacer 6. Grass Deflector 3. Locknut 7. L end of spring, place behind deck edge before installing bolt Figure 89 4. Spring 8.

  • Page 60: Cleaning

    Cleaning Storage Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Under the Mower 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking Service Interval: Before each use or daily brake, and turn the ignition key to Off. Remove the key. Remove the grass buildup under the mower daily. 2.
  • Page 61 Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh fuel and used at all times. B. Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). C. Stop the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel tank;...

  • Page 62: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Starter does not crank 1. Blade control (PTO) is engaged. 1. Move the blade contro (PTO) to disengaged. 2. Parking brake is not on. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Operator is not seated. 3.
  • Page 63 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Uneven cutting height. 1. Blade(s) not sharp. 1. Sharpen the blade(s). 2. Cutting blade(s) is/are bent. 2. Install new cutting blade(s). 3. Mower is not level. 3. Level the mower from side-to-side and front-to-rear. 4. Underside of mower is dirty. 4.

  • Page 64: Schematics

    Schematics G010527 Wire Diagram (Rev. -)
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  • Page 68 Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Toro products outside the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.

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