Table Of Contents; Introduction - Toro Z MASTER G3 Operator's Manual

This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002

Introduction

Read this information carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury
and product damage. You are responsible for operating
the product properly and safely.
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for
product and accessory information, help finding a
dealer, or to register your product.
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or
additional information, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model
and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
1. Model and serial number location
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has
safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol
(Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
© 2009-The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Figure 1
1. Safety alert symbol
This manual uses 2 other words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
Contents
Introduction................................................................. 2
Safety ........................................................................... 4
Safe Operating Practices ....................................... 4
Toro Riding Mower Safety .................................... 5
Sound Pressure..................................................... 6
Sound Power ........................................................ 6
Vibration.............................................................. 6
Slope Chart .......................................................... 7
Safety and Instructional Decals ............................. 8
Product Overview ...................................................... 13
Controls ............................................................. 14
Specifications ..................................................... 15
Operation................................................................... 15
Adding Fuel ....................................................... 15
Checking the Engine Oil Level............................ 17
Breaking In a New Machine ................................ 17
Using the Rollover Protection System
(ROPS) .......................................................... 17
Think Safety First ............................................... 17
Operating the Parking Brake ............................... 18
Operating the Mower Blade Control Switch
(PTO) ............................................................ 19
Operating the Throttle ....................................... 19
Operating the Choke .......................................... 19
Operating the Ignition Switch ............................. 20
Using the Fuel Shut-Off Valve ............................ 20
Starting and Stopping the Engine ........................ 20
The Safety Interlock System................................ 22
Driving Forward or Backward............................. 22
Stopping the Machine......................................... 24
Adjusting the Height of Cut ................................ 24
Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers ......................... 25
Adjusting the Flow Baffle Cam Locks.................. 26
Positioning the Flow Baffle................................. 26
Positioning the Seat ............................................ 27
Using the Drive Wheel Release Valves ................. 27
Using the Side Discharge .................................... 28
Transporting Machines....................................... 28
Loading Machines .............................................. 29
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Figure 2
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