Toro Z355 Z-Master Operator's Manual
Toro Z355 Z-Master Operator's Manual

Toro Z355 Z-Master Operator's Manual

Z-master with 48 in. mower and bagger
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Form No. 3329-833 Rev A
Z355
)
Z-Master
with 48 in. Mower and Bagger
Model No. 74805—Serial No. 240000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
Original Instructions (EN)
Register your product at www.Toro.com

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3329-833 Rev A Z355 Z-Master with 48 in. Mower and Bagger Model No. 74805—Serial No. 240000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Original Instructions (EN) Register your product at www.Toro.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ..Replacing Push Arm Bushings ....W 2004 by The Toro Company Contact us at www.Toro.com 8111 Lyndale Avenue South...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Authorized Service Note: The addition of attachments made by other Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and manufacturers that do not meet American National serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates...
  • Page 4: Safe Operating Practices

    Safe Operating Practices • Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards. The following instructions are from ANSI standard • Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is B71.4—1999. engaged before starting engine. Start the engine only from the operator’s position.
  • Page 5: Maintenance And Storage

    Replace all worn or damaged cause sliding. decals. • Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes. Heavy • Use only Toro-approved attachments. Warranty may grass bags could cause loss of control or overturn the be voided if used with unapproved attachments. machine.
  • Page 7: Slope Chart

    Slope Chart...
  • Page 9: Safety And Instruction Decals

    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. 79-0360 1-523552 80-8760 43-8480 93-9198 98-4361 1. Entanglement, belt 55-4300 100-5809 68-8340...
  • Page 10 98-4387 1. Warning—wear hearing protection. 104-4163 1. Explosion hazard 4. Wear eye protection 2. No fire, open flames, or 5. Read the Operator’s smoking. Manual. 3. Caustic liquid/chemical 6. Keep bystanders a safe burn hazard distance from the battery. 100-7769 104-7807 104-8172 104-0390...
  • Page 11 98-1304 105-1603 104-5091 1. Contains lead; do not 3. Wear eye protection; 5. Sulfuric acid can cause 7. Maximum fill line discard. explosive gases can cause blindness or severe burns. 8. Minimum fill line blindness and other injuries 2. Recycle 6.
  • Page 12: Gasoline And Oil

    Gasoline and Oil Warning Recommended Gasoline Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for injury and illness. automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not •...
  • Page 13: Setup

    Operator’s manual Read before operating the machine. Engine operator’s manual Parts catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro. Removing the bracket from Removing the Deck Banding Rear Tail Wheel Remove any tie down banding that holds deck in place.
  • Page 14: Checking The Hydraulic Fluid

    Checking the Hydraulic Fluid Note: Never fill the battery with electrolyte while the battery is installed in the machine. Electrolyte could be spilled on other parts and cause corrosion. Check the hydraulic fluid level before the engine is first started. 3.
  • Page 15: Controls

    Controls Become familiar with all the controls before you start the engine and operate the machine (Fig. 6). m–6478 Figure 4 1. Safe Zone—use the 2. Use walk behind mower Z Master here on slopes and/or hand trimmer near less than 15 degrees or drop–offs and water.
  • Page 16: Operating The Parking Brake

    Operating the Parking Brake Note: If starter does not crank, move the motion control levers slightly forward or backward to locate neutral. Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine Important Do not engage starter for more than 10 or leave it unattended.
  • Page 17: Operating The Power Take Off (Pto)

    The Safety Interlock System Note: If the engine has been working hard or is hot, let it idle for a minute before turning the ignition key off. This helps cool the engine before it is stopped. In an Caution emergency, the engine may be stopped by turning the ignition key to off immediately.
  • Page 18: Driving Forward Or Backward

    Driving Backward 4. Set the parking brake, move power take off (PTO) to off and hold the motion control levers in neutral. Now 1. Release the parking brake; refer to Setting the Parking start the engine. While the engine is running, move the Brake, page 16.
  • Page 19: Positioning The Seat

    Positioning the Seat Adjusting the Height-of-Cut The seat can move forward and backward. Position the The height-of-cut can be adjusted from 1 to 4-1/2 inch in seat where you have the best control of the machine and 1/2 inch increments by relocating four hairpin cotter pins are most comfortable.
  • Page 20: Dumping The Hopper

    Raising the Mower Lowering the Mower 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking 1. Pull out the latch pins and rotate into notch to hold in brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the the unlocked position (Fig. 18). key.
  • Page 21: Pushing The Machine By Hand

    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. 2. Rotate pump by-pass valves counterclockwise 2 turns. m–4851 This allows hydraulic fluid to by-pass the pump Figure 22...
  • Page 22 9. Remove shoulder bolts (3/8 x 7/8 inch) and locknuts Note: Save all hardware for use when installing mower. (3/8 inch) securing spring end plate assemblies to Items 3 and 4 are part of traction unit. carrier frame (Fig. 24). m–4870 m–3209 Figure 26...
  • Page 23: Installing Deck And Carrier Frame

    Note: Save all hardware for use when installing mower. 2. Position carrier frame in front of traction unit and place push arms into clevises (Fig. 30). m–4870 m–3198 Figure 30 Figure 28 1. Clevis 3. Pivot pin assembly–flat 1. PTO drive shaft 4.
  • Page 24 7. Install shoulder bolts (3/8 x 7/8 inch) and locknuts (3/8 inch) securing spring end plate assemblies to traction unit (Fig. 32). m–4856 Figure 34 1. Carrier frame 3. Height–of–cut post m–3209 2. Hairpin cotter Figure 32 1. Spring assembly 3.
  • Page 25: Install The Mulching Baffle

    16. Install the rubber guard with bar, nuts and bolts under 4. Install baffle using hardware that was removed. the motion control levers. (Fig. 36). (Fig. 37). Important All bagging and discharge baffles must be removed when mulching (Fig. 39). Operating with Mulching Baffle When operating the mower with the mulching baffle installed, you must disengage the blower drive belt.
  • Page 26: Operating With Bagger

    3. Position the left and right front bagger baffles inside 5. Install hairpin cotter and clevis pin in outer hole of the mower and secure with screws into the retainer idler arm for storage (Fig. 40). nuts (Fig. 39). 4. Position the left and right rear discharge baffles inside the mower.
  • Page 27: Using A Rollover Protection System (Rops)

    4. Flip seat up and unlatch plenum from both sides of Important When operating a machine with ROPS blower inlet (Fig. 41). always use the seat belt and secure the seat base. 5. Pull plenum out from blower housing and place it on the ground (Fig.
  • Page 28: Tips For Mowing Grass

    Tips for Mowing Grass Avoid sudden acceleration when driving up a ramp and sudden deceleration when backing down a ramp. Fast Throttle Setting Warning For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate the engine at fast. Loading a unit onto a trailer or truck increases the possibility of a loss of control and could cause Cutting a Lawn for the First Time serious injury or death.
  • Page 29: 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 30: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Check the hydraulic fluid level. • Change the oil. After first use • Change the hydraulic filter. •...
  • Page 31: Servicing The Cutting Blades

    Blades must be replaced if a solid object is hit, if the blade is out of balance or is bent. To ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine TORO replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards.
  • Page 32: Removing The Blades

    exceeds 1/8 inch, the blade is bent and must be Front replaced. Refer to Removing the Blades, and Installing the Blades on page 32. Front M–4852 Figure 45 1. Cutting edge Note: Use anti-seize lubricant on spindle and keyway before installing blade retainer. 1.
  • Page 33: Correcting Cutting Unit Mismatch

    Sharpening the Blades 1. Check the tire pressure on both deck and traction unit. 2. Set the height-of-cut to the 2-1/2 inch position 1. Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both ends of following the height-of-cut decal. the blade (Fig.
  • Page 34: Changing The Front-To-Rear Pitch

    2. Position the blades side-to-side (Fig.53 ). Measure at A Front and B locations (Fig. 53) from a level surface to the cutting edge of blade tips (Fig.54). Front M–4852 Figure 51 M–4852 Figure 53 MEASURE FROM TIP OF CUTTING EDGE TO A LEVEL SURFACE M–4852 Figure 52...
  • Page 35: Servicing The Air Cleaner

    2. Position the blade in the A orientation as shown in 2. Remove the wing nut from the bolt in the air filter Figure 55. guard. Rotate guard to gain access to filter (Fig. 57). Front M–4852 Figure 55 m–4845 Figure 57 1.
  • Page 36: Checking Engine Oil Level

    Cleaning the Primary Filter 3. Test run the engine and recheck the gauge. If the plunger remains in the lowest range, normal operation Blow compressed air from the inside to the outside of the can resume. If the plunger returns to the “Change primary filter.
  • Page 37: Changing The Engine Oil

    3. Pull the oil dipstick and wipe the metal end clean Note: Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center. (Fig. 60). 5. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil, on page 36, into the fill opening (Fig. 60). Now check the oil level;...
  • Page 38: Servicing The Spark Plugs

    Servicing the Spark Plugs Checking the Spark Plugs 1. Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 64). If you Check the spark plug(s) after every 200 operating hours. see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is Make sure the air gap between the center and side operating properly.
  • Page 39: Servicing The Fuel Tank

    Servicing the Fuel Tank Replacing the Fuel Filter Never install a dirty filter if it is removed from the fuel Draining The Fuel Tank line. 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking Danger brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the key.
  • Page 40: Cleaning The Cooling Systems

    Greasing and Lubricating 5. Install the fuel line onto the fuel shut-off valve. Slide the hose clamp close to the fuel shut-off valve to secure the fuel line (Fig. 66). The unit must be lubricated regularly. Refer to the Recommended Maintenance Schedule on page 30. Important Ensure that the fuel line is routed correctly to avoid damage to the fuel line.
  • Page 41: Servicing The Gearbox Fluid

    1. Lubricate the castor wheel bearings and motion control 4. Grease the fittings on push arms (Fig. 73). lever pivot until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings (Fig. 70). m–4871 Figure 73 m–3289 m–5283 1. Push arm grease fitting Figure 70 5.
  • Page 42: Changing The Gearbox Fluid

    Changing the Gearbox Fluid 4. If needed, fill fluid into top hole until it runs out the side hole in gearbox. It is full when it runs out the side hole (Fig. 75). The gearbox fluid must be changed after first 100 operating hours.
  • Page 43: Replacing Idler Arm Bushings

    Replacing Idler Arm Bushings 4. Insert a pin punch into the castor hub and carefully drive out the bushings (Fig. 77). Clean the inside of the mounting tube. There are idler arms for the blower belt, PTO belt and traction belt. All three idler arms have pressed in 5.
  • Page 44: Replacing Push Arm Bushings

    m–4871 Figure 81 m–5298 1. Pin 3. Flat washer 1-1/2 inch Figure 79 2. Push arm 4. Retaining ring 1. PTO Idler and pulley 4. Nut 2. Bushing 5. Spacer 3. Bolt 6. Spring 4. Insert a pin punch into the push arm and carefully drive out the bushings (Fig.
  • Page 45: Servicing The Castor Wheels And Tail Wheel Bearings

    Servicing the Castor Wheels Checking the Tire Pressure and Tail Wheel Bearings Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified. Uneven tire pressure can cause uneven cut. The castor wheels and tail wheel rotate on a roller bearing Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 50 supported by a spanner bushing.
  • Page 46 Replacing the Hydraulic Filter 1. Position machine on a level surface and set the parking brake. Change the hydraulic filter: 2. Clean area around filler neck of hydraulic tank • After the first 8 operating hours (Fig. 86). • After every 200 operating hours 1.
  • Page 47: Bleeding The Hydraulic System

    5. Install replacement hydraulic filter onto the filter Warning adapter. Do not tighten. 6. Remove plastic bag from tank opening and allow filter Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can to fill with hydro fluid. penetrate skin and cause injury. 7. When fluid overflows filter turn the oil filter clockwise •...
  • Page 48: Replacing The Power Take Off (Pto) Belt

    7. Plug clutch wire into wire harness. Important Hold motion control lever firmly against forward stop to determine when pump control reaches stop. 4. Rotate control rod 1 turn in reverse direction and tighten jam nuts (Fig. 89). Important Motion control lever must contact forward stop before pump contacts internal stop or pump damage may occur.
  • Page 49: Replacing The Blower Belt

    Replacing the Blower Belt Squealing when the belt is rotating, blower slipping causing frequent clogging of chute and blower, frayed belt edges, burn marks and cracks are all signs of a worn blower belt. Replace the blower belt if any of these conditions are evident.
  • Page 50: Servicing The Battery

    Servicing the Battery Installing the Battery Warning Warning Battery terminals or metal tools could short Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories against metal machine components causing contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to known to the State of California to cause cancer explode, resulting in personal injury.
  • Page 51: Adding Water To The Battery

    Adding Water to the Battery 6. Position support rods in mounting holes (Fig. 97). Secure battery with 2 support rods, a battery clamp The best time to add distilled water to the battery is just and 2 wing nuts (1/4 inch). Tighten wing nuts so before you operate the machine.
  • Page 52: Cleaning The Hopper Screens

    4. When the battery is fully charged, unplug the charger 3. Clean the screen by brushing off with your hand, from the electrical outlet, then disconnect the charger blowing with compressed air or spraying with a stream leads from the battery posts (Fig. 98). of water.
  • Page 53: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram...
  • Page 54: Hydraulic Diagram

    Hydraulic Diagram...
  • Page 55: Cleaning And Storage

    Cleaning and Storage 11. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its condition; refer to Servicing the Spark Plug, page 38. With the spark plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug hole.
  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter does not crank 1. Power take off (PTO) is 1. Move power take off (PTO) to ENGAGED. DISENGAGED. 2. Parking brake is not on. 2. Set parking brake. 3. Motion control levers are not in 3.
  • Page 57 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Abnormal vibration. 1. Engine mounting bolts are 1. Tighten engine mounting bolts. loose. 2. Loose engine pulley, idler 2. Tighten the appropriate pulley. pulley, or blade pulley. 3. Engine pulley is damaged. 3. Contact Authorized Service Dealer.
  • Page 60: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    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.

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