Toro Z-Master Z253, Operator'S Manual

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Operation
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Adjusting Height-of-Cut
The height-of-cut is adjusted from 1-1/2” to 5”
(38 to 127 mm) in 1/4” (6 mm) increments by
relocating clevis pin in different hole locations.
1. Raise the height-of-cut lever to the transport
position (also the 5” (127 mm) cutting height
position) (Fig. 11).
2. To adjust, remove hairpin cotter and clevis pin
from height-of-cut bracket (Fig. 11).
3. Select hole in height-of-cut bracket
corresponding to the height-of-cut desired. Lift
handle to transport position, insert clevis pin
(Fig. 11).
4. Secure clevis pin with hairpin cotter (Fig. 11).
5. Move lever to selected height.
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3
2
Figure 11
1. Height 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.
Outer Rollers
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. Remove the key.
2. After adjusting height-of-cut remove flange nut
and spring disk while holding stud with wrench
(Fig. 12).
Note: Do not remove the wheel nut and
washer (Fig. 12).
3. Select hole so gage wheel is positioned to the
nearest corresponding height-of-cut desired
(Fig. 12).
4. Reinstall the flange nut and spring disk
(Fig. 12).
5. Repeat adjustment on other gage wheels.
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Figure 12
1. Gage Wheel
2. Stud
3. Spring Disk
4. Flange Nut
5. Wheel nut and washer.
Do Not Remove.