Summary of Contents for Toro E-Z Vac Z Master Z400 Series
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Form No. 3395-267 Rev A 48in or 52in E-Z Vac ™ Bagger Z400 Series Z Master ® Mowers Model No. 78531—Serial No. 315000001 and Up Model No. 78532—Serial No. 315000001 and Up *3395-267* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. Figure 2 You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product Bagger Serial Number safety and operation training materials, accessory information, 1. Bagger model and serial number location help finding a dealer, or to register your product.
9 Installing the Belt Cover........16 10 Installing the Weight for a 48-inch Bagger....16 11 Installing the Weights for a 52-inch The following list contains safety information specific to Toro Bagger...............16 products and other safety information you must know. 12 Adjusting the Parking Brake.........17 •...
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. 1-653558 106-3339 98-5954 112-2318 103-3508...
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. – No parts required Prepare the machine. Bagger bracket Install the bagger bracket (Z400 Mowers Bolt (5/16 x 1 inch) with 48-inch mower decks). Flange nut (5/16 inch) Bagger bracket Install the bagger bracket (All Z400...
Preparing the Machine No Parts Required Procedure Perform the following procedure to prepare the machine for attaching the blower and finishing kit. 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the parking brake. 2.
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Figure 8 1. Correct position 2. Incorrect position 6. Install the bagger bracket and heat shield to the rear of the engine straps and rear bumper with 8 new bolts Figure 6 (5/16 x 1 inch) and 8 new flange nuts (5/16 inch) as 1.
Installing the Bagger Bracket (Z400 Mowers with 52-inch Mower Decks) Parts needed for this procedure: Bagger bracket Bolt (5/16 x 1 inch) Figure 11 Flange nut (5/16 inch) 1. Correct position 2. Incorrect position Procedure 2. Install the bagger bracket and weight to the engine straps, tailpipe guard, and rear bumper with the 8 Note: Use these instructions if machine is equipped with existing bolts and nuts previously removed...
Installing the Hood Assembly and Bags Parts needed for this procedure: Hood assembly Bags Figure 14 Clevis pin 1. Hood assembly 3. Hairpin cotter Hairpin cotter 2. Bagger-mounting bracket 4. Clevis pin Procedure 3. Install the bag tab into the notch in the hood assembly (Figure 15).
Routing the Bagger Belt into the Blower Assembly Parts needed for this procedure: Bagger belt (from Blower and Drive Kit) Procedure 1. Loosen the belt-guide bolt (Figure 18). 2. Install the belt around the blower pulley (Figure 18). 3. Install the belt between the fixed idler pulley and the Figure 16 belt-guide bolt.
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Installing the Blower Assembly Parts needed for this procedure: Blower assembly (from Blower and Drive Kit) Spring (from Blower and Drive Kit) Procedure WARNING An uncovered discharge opening could allow the machine to throw objects in the operator's or bystander's direction and result in serious injury. Also, contact with the blade could occur.
Adjusting the Flow Baffle No Parts Required Procedure 1. Swing the lever up to loosen the cam lock (Figure 24). 2. Align the flow baffle and cam lock in the slot to the edge of the blower assembly. 3. Swing the lever back over to tighten the baffle and cam Figure 22 lock (Figure...
Note: Measure from the hood plate to the edge of the tube as shown in Figure 26. This distance needs to be 19 mm (3/4 inch). Installing the Discharge Tubes Parts needed for this procedure: Upper tube Lower tube Bolt (#10 x 3/4 inches) Locknut (#10) Washer (7/32 inch) Procedure...
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8. Install the lower tube into the upper tube (Figure 28). Figure 28 1. Lower tube 2. Upper tube 9. Slide the lower tube onto the boot and latch them together (Figure 29). Figure 29 Note: There is a latch on the top and bottom of the 1.
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Figure 31 Figure 30 1. Lower tube 4. Locknut, (#10) 1. Bagger hood 4. Upper tube 2. Upper tube 5. Bolt, (#10 x 3/4 inches) 2. Mark at rubber seal 5. Lower tube 3. Drill 7/32 inch diameter 6. Blower assembly 3.
Installing the Belt Cover Installing the Weight for a 48-inch Bagger No Parts Required Parts needed for this procedure: Procedure Weight 1. Lower the mower deck to the lowest height-of-cut Bolt (3/8 x 2 inches) position. Locknut (3/8 inch) 2. Install the new belt cover so the notches on both sides Washer (3/8 inch) go over the belt cover supports and secure the latch (Figure...
Installing the Weights for a 52-inch Bagger Parts needed for this procedure: Weight Bolt (3/8 x 3 inches) Locknut (3/8 inch) Washer (3/8 inch) Procedure Figure 34 To comply with ANSI/OPEI B71.4-2012 Standard, add front weight to the machine. 1. Bolt, (3/8 x 3 inches) 4.
Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Checking the Tire Pressure Important: Set the parking brake when leaving the machine unattended, even if just for a few minutes. No Parts Required WARNING Procedure To avoid personal injury, follow these procedures:...
CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine 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. Positioning the Adjustable Baffle Adjust the baffle to position B (middle position) for bagging.
Using the Grass Deflector Note: In most cases, the debris can be shaken out of the tubes. DANGER 7. If the blower assembly is plugged, unlatch the bagger blower assembly, remove the belt, and swing it open. Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or 8.
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Use a Toro Atomic blade for bagging leaves in dry conditions. In dry dusty conditions, the medium lift or low lift blades Bagging Speed will reduce dust and dirt blowout while providing effective bagging air flow.
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Inspect the bagger belt. After the first 8 hours • Inspect the bagger. • Clean the hood screen. Before each use or daily • Clean the bagger. • Inspect the bagger belt. Every 25 hours •...
Greasing the Idler Arm 8. Install the spring as shown in Figure Service Interval: Every 50 hours Grease the bagger belt idler arm every 50 hours (Figure 41). Figure 39 1. Spring-loaded idler pulley 3. Long-hook end 2. Short-hook end Figure 41 9.
In most mowing conditions, the standard high lift blades will provide the best bagging performance. Use a Toro Atomic blade for bagging leaves in dry conditions. In dry dusty conditions, the medium lift or low lift blades will reduce dust and dirt blowout while providing effective bagging air flow.
Storage 1. Clean the bagger attachment. Refer to Cleaning the Bagger and Bags (page 22). 2. Inspect the bagger attachment for damage. Refer to Inspecting the Bagger (page 23). 3. Make sure the bags are empty and thoroughly dry. 4. Check the belt for wear or cracks. 5.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action There is abnormal vibration. 1. Cutting blade(s) is/are bent or 1. Install new cutting blade(s). unbalanced. 2. Blade mounting bolt is loose. 2. Tighten the blade-mounting bolt. 3. The blower pulley or pulley assembly 3.
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The method of transmission shall be electronic transmittal. This machinery shall not be put into service until incorporated into approved Toro models as indicated on the associated Declaration of Conformity and in accordance with all instructions, whereby it can be declared in conformity with all relevant Directives.
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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. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.