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Safety

UNDER FOOTREST

(Part No. E633766)

ON CONTROL PANEL

(Part No. 99–4611)

ON RUBBER FLAP BEHIND SEAT

(Part No. E513748)

ON RUBBER FLAP

BEHIND SEAT

(Part No. E643252)

RUBBER FLAP BEHIND SEAT

(Part No. E633462)

E643252

ROTATING MECHANICAL

DEVICES!

STOP ENGINE BEFORE

REACHING UNDERNEATH

WARNING

ON TOP OF RIGHT

ENGINE BAFFLE

(Part No. E643339)

Summary of Contents for Z-Master Z252L

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual English EN Form No 3323 432 Z Mastert 250 Series Liquid Cooled Z252L with 52I SFS Side Discharge Mower Model No 74211 200000001 Up...

Page 2: ...llow to use the product about safe operation The warning system in this manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that help you and others avoid personal injury even death DA...

Page 3: ...m 28 Driving Forward or Backward 29 Stopping the Machine 29 Instruments 30 Fuel Tanks 30 Adjusting Height of Cut 31 Page Adjusting Anti Scalp Rollers 31 Positioning the Seat 32 Pushing the Machine by...

Page 4: ...Contents 2 Mercury Tilt Switch Disposal 65 Wiring Diagram 66 Wiring Diagram 67 Cleaning and Storage 68 Troubleshooting 69 Warranty Back Page...

Page 5: ...l operators and mechanics should be trained The owner is responsible for training the users Never let children or untrained people operate or service the equipment Local regulations may restrict the a...

Page 6: ...airs before resuming operations Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of a clear path Never carry passengers and keep pets and bystanders aw...

Page 7: ...ith a grass bagger for catching cut grass Any use for purposes other than these could prove dangerous to user and bystanders Note This engine is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler It is a viol...

Page 8: ...the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope When operating machine on slopes banks or near drop offs always have ROPS roll over protection installed When operating a machine with ROPS roll o...

Page 9: ...Battery gases can explode Keep cigarettes sparks and flames away from battery Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate the skin and cause injury Use cardboard or paper to find hydraulic...

Page 10: ...Safety 8...

Page 11: ...Safety 9 Slope Chart Read all safety instructions on pages 5 7...

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Page 13: ...hat is damaged or lost ON RIGHT SIDE OF HEIGHT OF CUT PLATE Part No E633345 TOP OF CONSOLE UNDER SEAT Part No E513747 ON TOP OF CONSOLE LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES Part No E633354 BELOW CENTER OF CONSOLE Par...

Page 14: ...o 99 4611 ON RUBBER FLAP BEHIND SEAT Part No E513748 ON RUBBER FLAP BEHIND SEAT Part No E643252 RUBBER FLAP BEHIND SEAT Part No E633462 E643252 ROTATING MECHANICAL DEVICES STOP ENGINE BEFORE REACHING...

Page 15: ...RVOIR Part No E523552 ON HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR MOUNTING BRACKET Part No E513929 ON DECK SUPPORT FRAME Part No E633818 ON RADIATOR TRIM PLATE Part No 65 2690 ON RADIAOR FAN MOUNTING PLATE Part No E643253...

Page 16: ...R Part No 54 9220 ON TOP CENTER OF MOWER Part No 98 3799 NEXT TO ANTI SCALP ROLLER Part No 98 3798 ON LEFT FRONT OF MOWER Part No 93 7818 ON LEFT SIDE OF MOWER Part No 43 8480 2 ON BELT COVERS Part No...

Page 17: ...y away from an open flame or where gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark Store gasoline in an approved container and keep it out of the reach of children Never buy more than a 30 day supply of gaso...

Page 18: ...causes hard starting IMPORTANT Do not use fuel additives containing methanol or ethanol Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer conditioner to the gas Note A fuel stabilizer conditioner is most effe...

Page 19: ...ion unit Retaining rod Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 26 mm Locknut 5 16 1 1 1 Install seat rod Control lever right Control lever left Bolt 3 8 1 x 1 26 mm Spring washer 3 8 1 1 4 4 Install motion control levers Ke...

Page 20: ...all Seat Retaining Rod 1 Tilt seat up Remove 5 16 8mm locknut from bolt attaching seat retaining rod to seat frame Fig 2 2 Remove retaining rod from seat and insert the L shaped end of the rod into th...

Page 21: ...mounting plate and tighten until snug 4 Align the front rear position of the levers with each other in the neutral position Loosen hardware and adjustment by sliding tilting the lever s forward or ba...

Page 22: ...ill be burned HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Wear safety glasses to shield your eyes and rubber gloves to protect your hands Fill the bat...

Page 23: ...n tray with terminal posts toward the engine Fig 7 2 First install the positive red battery cable to positive battery terminal 3 Then install negative battery cable and ground wire to the negative bat...

Page 24: ...cking Radiator Coolant POTENTIAL HAZARD Coolant is hot and pressurized Radiator and surrounding parts are hot WHAT CAN HAPPEN Discharge of hot pressurized coolant or touching hot radiator can cause se...

Page 25: ...ine on a level surface stop the engine and set the parking brake 2 Tilt seat up and tilt engine hood forward 3 With the engine cool remove the radiator cap Fig 8 4 If coolant level is low add 50 50 mi...

Page 26: ...raise level to top of the baffle if required Note Fluid level should be to the top of the baffle when fluid is warm Fig 10 7 Install cap on filler neck 2 1 3 M 4280 Figure 10 1 Cap 2 Baffle 3 Fluid le...

Page 27: ...lever 8 Fuel cap 9 Fuel shut off lever 10 Hour meter Parking Brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended Setting the Parking Brake 1 Move the motion control le...

Page 28: ...re choking After engine starts move choke control to RUN position 5 Move the throttle control to the FAST position before starting a cold engine Fig 5 6 Turn ignition key to START to energize starter...

Page 29: ...transporting Make sure to remove key as fuel pump may run and cause battery to lose charge POTENTIAL HAZARD Someone could move or attempt to operate the tractor while it is unattended Fuel pump could...

Page 30: ...GAGE parking brake and move PTO ON Try starting the engine the engine should not crank 2 Sitting on the seat ENGAGE parking brake and move PTO OFF Move either motion control lever out of neutral locke...

Page 31: ...lock position 2 Center un lock position 3 Forward 4 Backward Backward 1 Move levers to the center un locked position 2 To go backward slowly pull the motion control levers rearward Fig 8 To go straigh...

Page 32: ...s for scheduling regular maintenance 1 m 3077 Figure 9 1 Hour meter Fuel Tanks The unit has two fuel tanks one located on the left side and on the right side Each tank connects to the fuel shut off va...

Page 33: ...ht of cut lever 2 Clevis Pin 3 Hairpin Cotter Adjusting Anti Scalp Rollers Whenever you change the height of cut it is recommended to adjust the height of the anti scalp rollers 1 Disengage the power...

Page 34: ...Push the Machine 1 Disengage the power take off PTO and turn the ignition key to OFF to stop the engine Move controllers to neutral locked position and apply parking brake 2 Rotate the by pass valves...

Page 35: ...when loading units on trailers or trucks One full width ramp that is wide enough to extend beyond the rear tires is recommended instead of individual ramps for each side of the unit The lower rear se...

Page 36: ...on a ramp Use only a single full width ramp DO NOT use individual ramps for each side of the unit If individual ramps must be used use enough ramps to create an unbroken ramp surface wider than the u...

Page 37: ...frequently If you cannot mow for an extended period first mow at a high cutting height then mow again two days later at a lower height setting Cutting Speed To improve cut quality use a slower ground...

Page 38: ...ervice X X Paper Air Cleaner replace X X Spark Plug s change X X Belts check for wear cracks X X Gasoline drain X Hydraulic lines check X X Battery check electrolyte X X Battery charge Disconnect cabl...

Page 39: ...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 For conveni...

Page 40: ...lot Forming Checking for Bent Blades 1 Rotate the blades until the ends face forward and backward Fig 16 Measure from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blades Fig 17 Note this dimension m 107...

Page 41: ...HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Wear gloves or wrap sharp edges of the blade with a rag 1 Hold the blade end using a rag or thickly padded glove Remove the blade bolt spring disk and blade from the spindle s...

Page 42: ...Air Cleaner Paper Element Clean after 50 operating hours Replace after 300 operating hours Note Service the air cleaner more frequently every few hours if operating conditions are extremely dusty or...

Page 43: ...g Paper Elements IMPORTANT To prevent engine damage always operate the engine with the paper air cleaner installed 1 Carefully slide the element into the compartment Fig 21 2 Place the air cleaner cov...

Page 44: ...w mark because the engine may be damaged 1 3 2 m 4377 M 4381 Figure 23 1 Oil dipstick 2 Filler tube 3 Metal end Changing Draining Oil Replace the oil every 100 hours 1 Start the engine and let it run...

Page 45: ...filter adapter Turn the oil filter clockwise until the rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter then tighten the filter an additional 1 2 turn Fig 25 6 Fill the crankcase with the proper type of new...

Page 46: ...50 50 mixture of permanent antifreeze and water until completely full without overflowing 5 Reinstall radiator cap Completely seat cap by pushing down and turning until it stops 6 Add 50 50 coolant mi...

Page 47: ...emove the radiator cap when the engine is hot Always allow the engine to cool at least 15 minutes or until the radiator cap is cool enough to touch without burning your hand before removing the radiat...

Page 48: ...s air is purged from the engine block and the coolant level drops add additional coolant to the radiator until full 11 Reinstall radiator cap Completely seat cap by pushing down and turning until it s...

Page 49: ...ing into the engine and potentially causing damage Pull the wire s off the spark plug s Fig 30 3 Remove the spark plug s and metal washer 2 1 Figure 30 1 Spark plug wire 2 Spark plug Checking the Spar...

Page 50: ...shut off valve on console 1 2 Figure 32 1 Filter 2 Hose clamp Fuel Tank Draining The Fuel Tank POTENTIAL HAZARD In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive WHAT CAN HAPP...

Page 51: ...hen operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy Grease Type General purpose grease How to Grease 1 Disengage the power take off PTO and turn the ignition key to OFF to stop the engine Move contr...

Page 52: ...nze bushings Greasing the Bearings The cutting unit must be lubricated regularly Refer to the Service Interval Chart on page 36 Grease with No 2 general purpose lithium base or molybdenum base grease...

Page 53: ...e torqued to 125 ft lbs 169 5 N m 1 Stop the engine set the parking brake remove the key and disconnect the spark plug wire s from the spark plug s 2 Remove cotter pin 3 Torque slotted nut to 125 ft l...

Page 54: ...the hydraulic fluid level after first 8 operating hours Check the hydraulic fluid level after every 25 operating hours Fluid Type Mobil 1 15W 50 synthetic motor oil IMPORTANT Use only oil specified O...

Page 55: ...raulic system Replacing the Hydraulic Filter Change the hydraulic filter After the first 8 operating hours After every 200 operating hours Use summer filter above 32 F 0 C Use winter filter below 32 F...

Page 56: ...aulic tank and add to raise level to top of baffle DO NOT OVER FILL m 1256 1 2 3 Figure 41 1 Hydraulic filter 2 Gasket 3 Adapter Bleeding Hydraulic System The traction system is self bleeding however...

Page 57: ...ydraulic system Adjusting Motion Controls Adjusting Handle Neutral If motion control levers do not align or move easily into the console notch adjustment is required Adjust each lever spring and rod s...

Page 58: ...ry HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Keep hands feet face clothing and other body parts away from rotating parts muffler and other hot surfaces 2 Slide seat forward disconnect prop rod and tilt seat fully forwa...

Page 59: ...rottle Lever Adjustment The tension can be adjusted by adjusting the tightness of lever pivot bolt Do this when needed 1 Stop engine remove ignition key 2 Remove console from machine to gain access to...

Page 60: ...16 1 4 5 7 mm Fig 45 7 If adjustment is necessary loosen the jam nut directly below the yoke Turn the bottom rod until the correct measurement is obtained Fig 45 Tighten jam nut at yoke m 3788 1 2 3...

Page 61: ...an the top of the battery with a paper towel 2 Lift off the filler caps Fig 48 3 Slowly pour distilled water into each battery cell until the level is up to the lower part of the tube Fig 48 IMPORTANT...

Page 62: ...be 19 7 8 505 mm Fig 50 Make sure that all four swivels move freely in holes 7 If measurement is not 19 7 8 505 mm on each side adjust by turning nuts on either side of front swivels 8 Lift up on four...

Page 63: ...chine can cause hydraulic jacks to fail and cause an injury HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Use jack stands when supporting machine Do not use hydraulic jacks Replacing the Deck Belt Squealing when the belt i...

Page 64: ...1 4 m 3748 M 4373 3 2 5 Figure 52 1 Clutch 2 Clutch retaining strap 3 clutch Terminal 4 PTO belt 5 Machine Frame 6 Check belt tension The center bolt of spring loaded idler must be between the two al...

Page 65: ...en the belt is rotating frayed belt edges burn marks and cracks are signs of a worn belt Replace the alternator belt if any of these conditions are evident 1 Stop the engine set the parking brake remo...

Page 66: ...racket 6 Carriage Bolt 7 Locknut Waste Disposal Engine oil hydraulic oil and engine coolant are pollutants to the environment Dispose of these according to your state and local regulations Mercury Til...

Page 67: ...anagement and disposal practices must be within relevant federal state or local laws Return the switch to your Toro dealer if it is faulty and is being replaced or if the unit containing the switch is...

Page 68: ...INTERLOCK MODULE ENGINE CONNECTOR white white white white white white white 2 5 white white white red red red red red red red red red red yellow yellow yellow orange orange orange orange orange blue...

Page 69: ...LH MOTION CONTROL BRAKE SWITCH white white white white white white red red red red red yellow yellow orange orange orange orange orange orange orange orange orange orange grey grey blue dark blue whit...

Page 70: ...e tank Follow mixing instructions from stabilizer manufacture 1 oz per gallon Do not use an alcohol based stabilizer ethanol or methanol Note A fuel stabilizer conditioner is most effective when mixed...

Page 71: ...cleaner element 4 Spark plug wires is loose or disconnected 4 Install wires on spark plug 5 Spark plugs are pitted fouled or gap is incorrect 5 Install new correctly gapped spark plugs 6 Dirt in fuel...

Page 72: ...fluid level low 3 Add hydro fluid to reservoir Abnormal vibration 1 Cutting blade s is are bent or unbalanced 1 Install new cutting blade s 2 Blade mounting bolt is loose 2 Tighten blade mounting bol...

Page 73: ...stall new drive belt 2 Drive belt is off pulley 2 Install drive belt and check adjusting shafts and belt guides for correct position 3 Deck belt is worn loose or broken 3 Install new deck belt 4 Deck...

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Page 76: ...t 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Bloomington MN 55420 1196 612 888 8801 or 800 348 2424 What Must You Do To Keep The Warranty In Effect You must maintain your TORO Product by following the main tenance pro...

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