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FORM NO. 3319–818
Z–Master
62" Mower
for Z–Master Z 255 Traction Unit
Model No. 74208 – 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 Z–Master 62” Mower for Z–Master Z 255 Traction Unit Model No. 74208 – 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 1. Model and Serial Number Plate For your convenience, write the product model and serial numbers in the space below. Model No: Serial No. The Toro Co. – 1997 Printed in USA...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Page Page Tips for Mowing Grass ....Safety and Instruction Decals ....Maintenance . -
Page 4: 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. -
Page 5: Loose Parts
Installation Loose Parts Note: Use the chart below to identify parts used for assembly. DESCRIPTION QTY. PTO (power take off) Belt Install mower to traction unit Operator’s Manual Read before operating Parts Catalog Ordering parts... -
Page 6: Installation
Installation Installing the Mower Place struts between mower brackets and attach to mower with pins. Slide mower under traction unit and remove Secure pin flange to mower with 5/16–18 x 3/4” outer flange locknut from bolts, attach to chains (19 mm) bolt and 5/16–18 flange nut (Fig. 2). hanging from traction unit lift system (Fig. -
Page 7: Operation
Operation Side Discharge Operating the Power Take Off (PTO) The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf. The power take off (PTO) switch engages and disengages power to the electric clutch. Engaging the PTO POTENTIAL HAZARD Without the grass deflector or complete... -
Page 8: Adjusting Height-Of-Cut
Operation Adjusting Height-of-Cut Adjusting Anti-Scalp Rollers The height-of-cut is adjusted from 1-1/2” to 5” Whenever you change the height-of-cut you must also (38 to 127 mm) in 1/2” (13 mm) increments by adjust the height of the anti-scalp rollers. relocating clevis pin in different hole locations. Stop the engine before adjusting the anti-scalp rollers. -
Page 9: Tips For Mowing Grass
If you cannot mow for an extended period, as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it first mow at a high cutting height; then mow again immediately with a genuine TORO replacement two days later at a lower height setting. blade. -
Page 10: Maintenance
Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Service Operation Notes Hours Hours Service Cutting Blades – check Belts – check for wear/cracks Blade Spindle Bearings – grease Mower Housing – clean Chipped Surfaces – paint Cutting Blades Before Inspecting or Servicing the Blades To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blades Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the... -
Page 11: Inspecting The Blades
Maintenance Inspecting the Blades Checking for Bent Blades Inspect the cutting edges (Fig 6). If the edges are Rotate the blades until the ends face forward and not sharp or have nicks, remove and sharpen the backward (Fig. 7). Measure from a level surface blades. - Page 12 (Fig. 9). performance and continued safety conformance of the Repeat this procedure until the blade is balanced. machine, use genuine TORO replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards.
- Page 13 Maintenance Mower Leveling Lift up on four (4) top chain attachment bolts, in the slots, to take slack out of chains and tighten Position mower on a flat surface. Stop the flange lock nuts (Deck is still supported by two engine, set the parking brake, remove the key rear and one front blocks under mower) and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the...
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Page 14: Greasing The Bearings
Maintenance Greasing the Bearings Replacing the Deck Belt The cutting unit must be lubricated regularly. Refer to Squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping the Service Interval Chart on page 8. Grease with when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks and No. -
Page 15: Replacing The Pto Drive Belt
Maintenance Replacing the PTO Drive Belt Squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks and cracks are signs of a worn drive belt. Replace the PTO drive belt if any of these conditions are evident. Stop the engine, set the parking brake, remove the key and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the spark plug(s). -
Page 16: Replacing The Grass Deflector
Maintenance Replacing the Grass Deflector If the fixed idler contacts the end of the adjustment slot and more belt tension is required, a small change in the lengthen the push Remove the locknuts, bolts and springs holding arms can be made (Fig. 19). the deflector mounts to the pivot brackets (Fig. -
Page 17: Storage
Maintenance Storage Clean any dirt and chaff from the top of the mower. Scrape any heavy buildup of grass and dirt from the underside of the mower, then wash the mower with a garden hose. Check the condition of the blades. Refer to Cutting Blades on page 8. -
Page 18: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Abnormal vibration. Cutting blade(s) is/are bent or Install new cutting blade(s). unbalanced. Blade mounting bolt is loose. Tighten blade mounting bolt. Engine mounting bolts are Tighten engine mounting loose. bolts. Loose engine pulley, idler Tighten the appropriate pulley, or blade pulley.
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