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Form No. 3395-266 Rev A

60in or 72in E-Z Vac

Bagger

Z500 Series Z Master

®

Mowers

Model No. 78534—Serial No. 315000001 and Up

Model No. 78535—Serial No. 315000001 and Up

Register at www.Toro.com.
Original Instructions (EN)

*3395-266* A

 

Summary of Contents for 78534

Page 1: ...5 266 Rev A 60in or 72in E Z Vac Bagger Z500 Series Z Master Mowers Model No 78534 Serial No 315000001 and Up Model No 78535 Serial No 315000001 and Up Register at www Toro com Original Instructions EN 3395 266 A ...

Page 2: ...e product Write the numbers in the space provided Figure 1 1 Blower model and serial number location Model No Serial No Figure 2 1 Bagger 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 3 which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended...

Page 3: ... catcher on steep slopes A heavy grass catcher could cause loss of control or overturn the machine Slow down and use extra care on hillsides Be sure to travel in the recommended direction on hillsides Turf conditions can affect the machine s stability Use extreme caution while operating near drop offs Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed directions or tu...

Page 4: ...nstructional 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 98 5954 106 3339 109 5890 4 ...

Page 5: ...elt into the blower assembly Blower assembly from the Blower and Drive Kit 1 6 Spring from the Blower and Drive Kit 1 Install the blower assembly 7 Upper tube 1 Size the upper tube for 60 inch machines with gas engines Upper tube 1 Lower tube 1 Bolt 10 x 3 4 inches 3 Locknut 10 3 8 Washer 7 32 inch 3 Install the discharge tubes 9 Belt cover from the Blower and Drive Kit 1 Install the belt cover Ca...

Page 6: ...of the machine Discard the nuts bolts and washers Figure 4 Figure 5 and Figure 6 2 Install the bagger side plate and the roll bar section to the side of the machine using 4 bolts 3 8 x 1 1 2 inches 4 curved washers 3 8 inch and 4 flange nuts 3 8 inch as shown in Figure 4 Figure 5 and Figure 6 3 Repeat the steps above for the opposite side Figure 4 Figure 5 and Figure 6 Note Make sure the curved wa...

Page 7: ...h 4 Bolt 3 8 x 1 1 2 inches 9 Side view of bagger side plate 5 Spacer 10 Holes for installing the side bracket Figure 6 For Z597 Diesel Mowers 1 Bolt 3 8 x 1 1 2 inches 6 ROPS 2 Curved washer 3 8 inch 7 Flange nut 3 8 inch 3 Bagger mounting bracket 8 Side view of bagger side plate 4 Spacer 9 Holes for installing the side bracket 5 Bagger side plate 7 ...

Page 8: ...Tighten the bagger mounting bracket to the side brackets 4 Installing the Hood Assembly and Bags Parts needed for this procedure 1 Hood assembly 3 Bags 2 Clevis pin 2 Hairpin cotter Procedure 1 Install the hood assembly onto the bagger mounting bracket Figure 7 Figure 7 1 Hood assembly 2 Bagger mounting bracket 2 Install the 2 clevis pins into the hood assembly and bagger mounting bracket Secure t...

Page 9: ...agger latch until it locks into place Figure 11 Figure 11 1 Bagger latch 2 Latch hook 5 Routing the Bagger Belt into the Blower Assembly Parts needed for this procedure 1 Bagger belt from the Blower and Drive Kit Procedure 1 Install the belt around the blower pulley Figure 12 2 Install the spring to the idler arm and the peg on the blower assembly Figure 12 Figure 12 1 Idler pulley 4 Peg 2 Mower d...

Page 10: ...er plate a mulch plate or a grass chute and catcher Make sure the grass deflector is installed when the grass chute and catcher are removed 1 Remove the side discharge chute from the mower deck Figure 13 Figure 13 1 Bolt 5 Spring installed 2 Spacer 6 Grass Deflector 3 Locknut 7 L end of spring place behind deck edge before installing bolt 4 Spring 8 J hook end of spring 2 Slide the blower assembly...

Page 11: ... can be released by hand Figure 16 1 Latch 3 Blower assembly 2 Bolt 4 Install the spring as shown in Figure 17 Note Make sure that the hooks are in the correct position Figure 17 1 Spring loaded idler pulley 3 Long hook end 2 Short hook end 5 Pull the spring loaded idler pulley back and route the belt around the mower deck pulley Figure 18 Note Ensure that the belt is routed around the blower pull...

Page 12: ...his is where holes will be drilled in the following procedure Figure 19 1 Indentations for drilling holes 4 Use the existing holes to create a line 2 Upper tube 5 Line to cut tube 3 Cut off 89 mm 3 1 2 inches for 60 inch machines with gas engines only 8 Installing the Discharge Tubes Parts needed for this procedure 1 Upper tube 1 Lower tube 3 Bolt 10 x 3 4 inches 3 Locknut 10 3 Washer 7 32 inch Pr...

Page 13: ...inside the hood Note Measure from the hood plate to the edge of the tube as shown in Figure 21 This distance needs to be 19 mm 3 4 inch Figure 21 1 Hood plate 4 19 mm 3 4 inch 2 Upper tube 5 Edge of tube 3 Hood in the down position 7 Once the 19 mm 3 4 inch measurement has been achieved mark the upper tube on the out side where the rubber seal protrudes out Figure 22 Note This is to ensure the cor...

Page 14: ...ure that the mark from Figure 22 is still in place 12 Using the 3 holes or indentations in the upper tube as a template drill 3 holes 7 32 inch diameter where the upper and lower tubes join together Figure 25 Figure 25 1 Bagger hood 4 Lower tube 2 Upper tube 5 Blower assembly 3 Drill 7 32 inch diameter holes here use upper tube as a template 13 Remove the lower tube from the blower 14 Join the upp...

Page 15: ...elt cover supports and secure the latch Figure 27 Figure 27 1 Belt cover 5 Latch 2 Blower assembly 6 Belt cover notch 3 Pulley assembly 7 Belt cover support 4 Belt cover bracket 10 Installing the Weights Parts needed for this procedure 2 Caster weight 2 U bolt 4 Nut 1 2 inch 4 Lock washer 1 2 inch 2 Plate 2 Top weight for 60 inch mower decks only 2 Bolt 1 2 x 2 1 2 inch for top weights Procedure T...

Page 16: ...chines with 2 bolts 1 2 x 2 1 2 inches as shown in Figure 29 Figure 29 1 Top weight 3 Front caster weight 2 Bolt 1 2 x 2 1 2 inches 4 Front caster wheel 11 Adjusting the Parking Brake No Parts Required Procedure Check to make sure the parking brake is adjusted properly Refer to your Operator s Manual for the correct procedure 12 Checking the Tire Pressure No Parts Required Procedure Note Increase ...

Page 17: ...amaged replace it immediately The grass deflector routes material down toward the turf Never put your hands or feet under the machine Never try to clear the discharge area or mower blades unless you move the power take off PTO to off and rotate the ignition key to off Also remove the key and pull the wire off of the spark plug s Turn off the engine before unclogging the discharge chute CAUTION Chi...

Page 18: ...an be shaken out of the tubes 7 If the blower assembly is plugged unlatch the bagger blower assembly remove the belt and swing it open 8 Use a stick or similar object not your hands to remove and clear the obstruction from the blower assembly 9 After you remove the obstruction install the complete bagger system and resume operation Removing the Bagger WARNING Components around engine will be hot i...

Page 19: ...e you could damage the bagging tubes Cutting Height For optimum bagging performance set the deck height of cut to remove no more than 51 to 76 mm 2 to 3 inches or 1 3 of the grass height which ever is less Cutting off more than this will reduce the capacity of the vacuum system Cutting Frequency Cut the grass often especially when it grows rapidly You will have to cut your grass twice if it gets e...

Page 20: ...w out the front of the machine An excessive amount of clipping blowout indicates that the bagger is full or the tube is plugged Bagging Blades In most mowing conditions the standard high lift blades will provide the best bagging performance The Toro Atomic blade is recommended for bagging leaves in dry conditions In dry dusty conditions the medium lift or low lift blades will reduce dust and dirt ...

Page 21: ... of the bagger hood bags tube and the underside of the machine Use a mild automotive detergent to remove dirt 2 Make sure you remove matted grass from all parts 3 After washing all parts let them dry thoroughly Note With all parts installed start and run the machine for a minute to assist in drying Inspecting the Bagger Belt Service Interval After the first 8 hours Every 25 hours Check belts for c...

Page 22: ...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 3 Check the upper tube lower tube bagger hood and the blower assembly Replace these parts if they are cracked or broken 4 Check the bags bagger frame and screen Replace any parts that are cracked or broken 5 Tighten all...

Page 23: ...bolt spring and spacer holding the deflector to the pivot brackets Figure 37 2 Remove the damaged or worn grass deflector 3 Place the spacer and spring onto the grass deflector Place the L end of the spring behind the deck edge Note Make sure the L end of the spring is installed behind the deck edge before installing the bolt as shown in Figure 37 4 Install the bolt and nut 5 Place the J hook end ...

Page 24: ...r to Inspecting the Bagger page 22 3 Make sure that the bags are empty and thoroughly dry 4 Check the belt for wear or cracks 5 Store the machine in a clean dry place out of direct sunlight If you must store the machine outside cover it with a weatherproof cover This protects the plastic parts and extends the life of the machine 24 ...

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Page 28: ... the Service Dealer s analysis or with the assistance provided contact us at RLC Customer Care Department Toro Warranty Company 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Bloomington MN 55420 1196 888 865 5676 U S Customers 888 865 5691 Canada customers Owner Responsibilities You must maintain your Toro Product by following the maintenance procedures described in the Operator s Manual Such routine maintenance whet...

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