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Contents

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Safety

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Safe Operating Practices

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Toro Mower Safety

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Slope Chart

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Safety and Instruction Decals

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Gasoline and Oil

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Recommended Gasoline

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Using Stabilizer/Conditioner

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Filling the Fuel Tank

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Check Engine Oil Level

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Assembly

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Loose Parts

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Install Drive Wheels

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Tire Pressure

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Install Seat Retaining Rod

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Install Motion Control Levers

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Activate the Battery

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Install Battery

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Hydraulic System

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Greasing the Bearings

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Check the Leveling of Mower Deck

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Check Side Discharge Chute

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Check Engine Oil Level

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Operation

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Think Safety First

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Controls

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Parking Brake

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Blowout Baffles

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Starting and Stopping

the Engine

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Operating the Power Take Off (PTO)

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The Safety Interlock System

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Testing the Safety Interlock System

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Driving Forward or Backward

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Stopping the Machine

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Instruments

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Fuel Tanks

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Adjusting Height-of-Cut

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Adjusting Anti-Scalp Rollers

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Positioning the Seat

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Pushing the Machine by Hand

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Side Discharge

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Transporting Machines

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Loading Machines

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Tips for Mowing Grass

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Maintenance

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Service Interval Chart

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Cutting Blades

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Air Cleaner

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Engine Oil

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Spark Plug

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Fuel Filter

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Fuel Tank

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Greasing and Lubrication

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Greasing the Bearings

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Hydraulic System

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Tire Pressure

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Castor Pivot Bearing Adjustment

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Wheel Hub Slotted Nut

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Mower Leveling

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Adjusting Push Arms

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Throttle Lever Adjustment

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Clean Under Deck

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Belt Inspection

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Replacing the Deck Belt

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Replacing the Pump Drive Belt

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Replacing the Grass Deflector

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Adjusting Motion Controls

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Adjustment Parking Brake

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Fuse

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Battery

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Waste Disposal

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Summary of Contents for Z150 Z-Master

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual Form No 3323 292 Compact Series Z150 with 44I SFS Side Discharge Mower Model No 74171 200000001 Up ...

Page 2: ...you allow 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 DANGER WARNING and CAUTION are signal words used to identify the level of hazard However regardless of the hazard be extremely careful DANGER signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injur...

Page 3: ...Interlock System 26 Testing the Safety Interlock System 26 Driving Forward or Backward 27 Stopping the Machine 27 Instruments 28 Page Fuel Tanks 28 Adjusting Height of Cut 29 Adjusting Anti Scalp Rollers 29 Positioning the Seat 30 Pushing the Machine by Hand 31 Side Discharge 31 Transporting Machines 32 Loading Machines 32 Tips for Mowing Grass 34 Maintenance 35 Service Interval Chart 35 Cutting B...

Page 4: ...Contents 2 Mercury Tilt Switch 59 Mercury Tilt Switch Disposal 59 Wiring Diagram 60 Cleaning and Storage 61 Troubleshooting 62 Warranty Back Cover ...

Page 5: ...ll 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 age of the operator The owner user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to himself or herself other people or property Preparation Evaluate the terrain to determine what ...

Page 6: ...pairs 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 away Slow down and use caution when making turns and crossing roads and sidewalks Stop blades if not mowing Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mo...

Page 7: ...with 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 violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this engine on any forest covered brush covered or grass covered land Other states or federal areas may have similar laws Gener...

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 over protection always use seat belt Be certain that the seat belt can be released quickly if the machine is driven or rolls into ponds or water Check carefully for overhead clearances i e branches do...

Page 9: ...y 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 leaks Never modify ROPS roll over protection frames or structures because they are specifically designed sized located and tested for injury reduction If a rollover occurs a modified ROPS will not pr...

Page 10: ...Safety 8 ...

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

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Page 13: ...st ON RIGHT SIDE OF HEIGHT OF CUT PLATE Part No E653140 TOP OF CONSOLE UNDER SEAT Part No E513747 ON TOP OF CONSOLE LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES Part No E633354 ON FRAME UNDER SEAT Part No E603845 BELOW CENTER OF CONSOLE Part No E633346 ON LEFT SIDE OF HEIGHT OF CUT PLATE Part No E653147 UNDER SEAT NEAR SWITCH Part No E643372 ON TILT SWITCH Part No E643401 ON TOP OF HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR Part No E523552 ...

Page 14: ...Safety 12 UNDER FOOTREST Part No 99 3924 ON CONTROL PANEL Part No 99 3942 ON FRAME NEAR MUFFLER Part No 65 2690 ON TOP LEFT SIDE OF FRAME Part No E633818 YEA RLY LOWER LEFT OF CONSOLE Part No 98 4387 ...

Page 15: ... ON DEFLECTOR Part No 54 9220 ON TOP CENTER OF MOWER Part No 99 3943 ON TOP OF MOWER IN CENTER 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 67 5360 UNDER BELT COVER 3 UNDER FOOT REST 1 Part No 98Ć5954 99 3943 ...

Page 16: ...ay 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 gasoline POTENTIAL HAZARD In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive WHAT CAN HAPPEN A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you others and cause property damage HOW TO...

Page 17: ...h 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 effective when mixed with fresh gasoline To minimize the chance of varnish deposits in the fuel system use fuel stabilizer at all times Filling the Fuel Tank 1 Shut the engine off and set the parking bra...

Page 18: ...tion 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 Key Operator s Manual Engine Operator s Manual Parts Catalog Registration card 2 1 1 1 1 Read before operating machine Fill out and return to Toro ...

Page 19: ... stem Install Seat Retaining Rod 4 Tilt seat up Remove 5 16 8mm locknut from bolt attaching seat retaining rod to seat frame Fig 2 5 Remove retaining rod from seat and insert the L shaped end of the rod into the hole directly above the left side hydraulic pump mounting hardware Fig 2 6 Place the seat retaining rod to the outside of the mounting tab of the seat frame and secure with 5 16 18 x 1 26 ...

Page 20: ...r 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 backward until properly aligned Fig 3 m 3751 1 2 3 Figure 3 1 Mounting plate 2 Bolt 3 8 18 x 1 26 mm 3 Spring washer 3 8 5 If the ends of the levers hit against each other while in the drive position F...

Page 21: ...othing Wear safety glasses to shield your eyes and rubber gloves to protect your hands Fill the battery where clean water is always available for flushing the skin Follow all instructions and comply with all safety messages on the electrolyte container 2 Place battery on a level surface 3 Remove filler caps from the battery Slowly pour electrolyte into each cell until the electrolyte level is up t...

Page 22: ...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 battery terminal 4 Secure cables with 2 1 4 x 3 4 19 mm bolts 1 4 washers and 1 4 locknuts Fig 7 5 Slide the red terminal boot onto the positive red battery post 6 Secure battery with J bolts hold down cla...

Page 23: ...m Add fluid to 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 NO TAG 7 Install cap on filler neck 2 1 3 Figure 8 1 Cap 2 Baffle 3 Fluid level Full POTENTIAL HAZARD Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury WHAT CAN HAPPEN Fluid accidentally injected into the skin must be surgically removed wi...

Page 24: ... Fig 9 M 4269 1 Figure 9 1 Spindles Check the Leveling of Mower Deck Check the level of the deck before machine is first put into use Refer to Mower Leveling and Compression Spring Adjustment in the Maintenance section on page 51 Check Side Discharge Chute Remove plastic tie holding side discharge chute up and lower into place Check Engine Oil Level Before you start the engine and use the machine ...

Page 25: ...ring WHAT CAN HAPPEN Ear damge or hearing loss may occur HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Wear ear protection when operating this machine Controls Become familiar with all the controls Fig 1 before you start the engine and operate the machine 7 m 4200 10 2 5 8 4 9 2 3 8 6 1 Figure 1 1 Ignition switch 2 Motion control lever 3 Parking brake lever 4 Throttle 5 Choke 6 Power take off PTO 7 Height of Cut lever ...

Page 26: ...Fig 2 The parking brake lever should stay firmly in the ENGAGED position Releasing the Parking Brake 1 Push forward and down on the parking brake lever to release the parking brake Fig 2 The parking brake is DISENGAGED 1 2 m 4121 Figure 2 1 Parking brake ON 2 Parking brake OFF Blowout Baffles Blowout baffles are used when in side discharge mode only IMPORTANT Do not use blowout baffles while in re...

Page 27: ...e starting a cold engine Fig 6 6 Turn ignition key to START to energize starter When engine starts release key Fig 7 IMPORTANT Do not engage starter for more than 10 seconds at a time If engine fails to start allow 30 second cool down period between attempts Failure to follow these instructions can burn out starter motor 7 After the engine starts move the choke to OFF Fig 5 If the engine stalls or...

Page 28: ...the machine before transporting or storing machine 5 Close fuel shut off valve on front panel before transporting or storing machine IMPORTANT Make sure fuel shut off valve is closed before transporting or storing machine as fuel leakage may occur Operating the Power Take Off PTO The power take off PTO switch engages and disengages power to the electric clutch Engaging the PTO 1 Release pressure o...

Page 29: ...ng on the seat ENGAGE 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 forward or reverse Try starting the engine the engine should not crank Repeat with other motion control lever 3 Sitting on the seat ENGAGE parking brake move PTO OFF and lock the motion control levers in...

Page 30: ...l levers Fig 9 To turn release pressure on the motion control lever toward the direction you want to turn Fig 9 The farther you move the traction control levers in either direction the faster the machine will move in that direction To stop pull the motion control levers to neutral 4 m 2715 3 1 2 Figure 9 1 Motion control lever neutral lock position 2 Center un lock position 3 Forward 4 Backward Ba...

Page 31: ...e these times for scheduling regular maintenance 1 m 4202 Figure 10 1 Hour meter Fuel Tanks The unit has two fuel tanks one located on the left and on the right side Each tank connects to the fuel shut off valve in the control panel From there a common fuel line leads to the engine Fig 11 To use the right side fuel tank rotate the fuel shut off valve 1 4 turn to the right from the off location Thi...

Page 32: ... 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 Stud Method 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 nut...

Page 33: ... cut desired Fig 14 Note Do not adjust rollers to support the deck 3 Reinstall the bolt center rollers and nut Fig 14 m 4124 1 2 3 Figure 14 1 Center Rollers and Spacer 2 Nut 3 Bolt Positioning the Seat The seat can move forward and backward Position the seat where you have the best control of the machine and are most comfortable 1 To adjust move the lever sideways to unlock seat Fig 15 2 Slide th...

Page 34: ...urned in 1 Figure 16 1 By pass valve Side Discharge The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf POTENTIAL HAZARD Without the grass deflector or complete grass catcher assembly mounted in place you and others are exposed to blade contact and thrown debris WHAT CAN HAPPEN Contact with rotating mower blade s and thrown debris will cause injury ...

Page 35: ...n 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 section of the tractor frame extends back between the rear wheels and serves as a stop for tipping backward Having a full width ramp provides a surface for the frame members to contact if the unit star...

Page 36: ...t 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 unit DO NOT exceed a 15 degree angle between ramp and ground or between ramp and trailer or truck Avoid sudden acceleration while driving unit up a ramp to avoid tipping backward Avoid sudden decelera...

Page 37: ...mer mow less 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 speed Avoid Cutting Too Low If the cutting width of the mower is wider than the mower you previously used raise the cutting height to ensure that uneven turf is not cut too short Long Gra...

Page 38: ...kage bushings oil X X Foam Air Cleaner service X X Paper Air Cleaner service X X Paper Air Cleaner replace X X Spark Plug s check X X Belts check for wear cracks X X Gasoline drain X Cooling systems clean X X X Hydraulic lines check X X Battery check electrolyte X X Battery charge Disconnect cables X Fuel Filter replace X X Tires check pressure X X Chipped Surfaces paint X Cutting Blades check X X...

Page 39: ...y 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 convenient sharpening and replacement you may want to keep extra blades on hand POTENTIAL HAZARD A blade that is worn or damaged could break apart and pieces could be thrown at bystanders or at you as you u...

Page 40: ...et the parking brake remove the key and disconnect the spark plug wire s from the spark plug s 2 Rotate the blades until the ends face forward and backward Fig 18 Measure from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blades Fig 19 Note this dimension m 1078 Figure 18 m 2539 Figure 19 3 Rotate the opposite ends of the blades forward Measure from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blades a...

Page 41: ...nd blade from the spindle shaft Fig 20 1 3 2 4 5 Figure 20 1 Sail Area of Blade 2 Blade 3 Flat Washer 4 Blade Bolt 5 Split Lockwasher Sharpening the Blades 1 Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both ends of the blade Fig 21 Maintain the original angle The blade retains its balance if the same amount of material is removed from both cutting edges 1 m 1854 Figure 21 1 Sharpen at original angle...

Page 42: ...cover Fig 23 m 4086 1 2 3 4 6 8 7 5 9 10 11 Figure 23 1 Knob 2 Air cleaner cover 3 Cover nut 4 Cover 5 Foam element 6 Paper element 7 Rubber seal 8 Air cleaner base 9 Knob Gasket 10 Spitback Cup 11 Spitback Gasket 3 Carefully slide the foam element off the paper element Fig 23 4 Unscrew the cover nut and remove the cover and paper element Fig 23 Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements 1 Foam Element ...

Page 43: ...always operate the engine with the complete foam and paper air cleaner assembly installed 1 Carefully slide the foam element onto the paper air cleaner element Fig 23 2 Place the air cleaner assembly onto the air cleaner base Fig 23 3 Install the air cleaner cover and secure with cover nut Fig 23 Engine Oil Change oil After the first 5 operating hours After every 100 operating hours Note Change oi...

Page 44: ...m 4090 m 3219 Figure 26 1 Oil dipstick 2 Filler tube 3 Metal end Changing Draining Oil 1 Start the engine and let it run five minutes This warms the oil so it drains better 2 Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly lower than the opposite side to assure the oil drains completely Then disengage the power take off PTO set the parking brake and turn the ignition key to OFF to stop the eng...

Page 45: ... contacts the filter adapter then tighten the filter an additional 1 2 turn Fig 28 6 Fill the crankcase with the proper type of new oil refer to Changing Draining Oil page 42 Spark Plug Check the spark plug s after every 200 operating hours Make sure the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing th...

Page 46: ... the Spark Plug s 1 Install the spark plug s Make sure the air gap is set correctly 2 Tighten the spark plug s to 20 ft lb 27 N m 3 Push the wire s onto the spark plug s Fig 29 Fuel Filter Replace the fuel filter after every 200 operating hours or yearly whichever occurs first Replacing the Fuel Filter Never install a dirty filter if it is removed from the fuel line 1 Disengage the power take off ...

Page 47: ...o assure fuel tanks drain completely Then disengage the power take off PTO set the parking brake and turn the ignition key to OFF to stop the engine Remove the key 2 Close fuel shut off valve Fig 32 3 Loosen the hose clamp at the fuel filter and slide it up the fuel line away from the fuel filter Fig 32 4 Pull the fuel line off fuel filter Fig 32 5 Open fuel shut off valve for left and right tanks...

Page 48: ...w to Grease 1 Disengage the power take off PTO and turn the ignition key to OFF to stop the engine Remove the key 2 Clean the grease fittings with a rag Make sure to scrape any paint off the front of the fitting s 3 Connect a grease gun to the fitting Pump grease into the fittings until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings 4 Wipe up any excess grease Where to Add Grease Lubricate the grease f...

Page 49: ...ing hours After 25 operating hours Fluid Type Mobil 1 15W 50 synthetic motor oil IMPORTANT Use only oil specified Other fluids could cause system damage System Capacity 2 1 qt 2 0 l 1 Position machine on a level surface stop the engine and set the parking brake 2 Clean area around filler neck of hydraulic tank Fig NO TAG 3 Remove cap from filler neck Look inside to check if there is fluid in the r...

Page 50: ... Hydraulic Filter Change the hydraulic filter After the first 8 operating hours After every 200 operating hours 1 Position machine on a level surface stop the engine and remove key from ignition switch IMPORTANT Do not substitute automotive oil filter or severe hydraulic system damage may result 2 Remove hydro cap and temporarily cover opening with a plastic bag and rubber band to prevent all hydr...

Page 51: ... as required to maintain proper level 5 Repeat procedure on opposite wheel Check Hydraulic Lines After every 100 operating hours check hydraulic lines and hoses for leaks loose fittings kinked lines loose mounting supports wear weather and chemical deterioration Make necessary repairs before operating POTENTIAL HAZARD Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury WHAT...

Page 52: ...l Hub Slotted Nut Check after every 500 operating hours The slotted nut needs to be torqued to 125 ft lbs 169 5 NSm 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 lbs 169 5 NSm Fig 40 4 Check the distance from bottom of slot in nut to inside edge of hole Two threads or less should ...

Page 53: ...ing nut on either side of front swivel Loosen until front chains are loose and deck is supported by blocks Repeat for opposite side Fig 42 Note When hardware is loose deck will rotate the lift handle up out of position 8 When hardware is loosened remaining tension in the large support springs will tend to rotate the deck lift handle up out of the 1 1 2 position Press down on the rear deck support ...

Page 54: ...rs on page 30 14 Raise deck lift lever to the transport position Fig 41 15 Adjust compression springs by turning the front spring nuts so the distance between the two large washers is 10 1 4 260 mm Then tighten jam nut Fig 42 Note Make sure all hardware is tight Adjusting Push Arms 1 To adjust push arms loosen jam nut and rotate ball joint counterclockwise one turn at a time Fig 43 2 Adjust each s...

Page 55: ...nder deck daily 1 Position mower on a flat surface Stop the engine set the parking brake remove the key and disconnect the spark plug wire s from the spark plug s 2 Raise deck to the transport position 3 Lift the front of unit and support unit using jack stands POTENTIAL HAZARD Mechanical or hydraulic jacks may not support machine WHAT CAN HAPPEN Weight of machine can cause hydraulic jacks to fail...

Page 56: ...25 238 mm 3 mm 7 Deck Belt 4 Remove belt Start at outside pulley and rotate off Fig 46 Note Dot not remove spring POTENTIAL HAZARD Spring is under tension when installed WHAT CAN HAPPEN Stored spring energy can cause personal injury HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not remove spring from spring eye bolt 5 Remove spring loaded idler pulley Fig 45 6 Route new belt through idler arm Fig 45 7 Reinstall idle...

Page 57: ...wire s from the spark plug s 2 Remove the locknuts bolts and springs holding the deflector mounts to the pivot brackets Fig 48 3 If the pivot brackets need to be replaced remove the carriage bolts and cone locknuts holding the old brackets to the top of the discharge opening then install the replacement pivot brackets Make sure the carriage bolt heads are on the inside of the cutting unit Fig 48 4...

Page 58: ... 50 3 Check where lever is relative to notch in console should be centered allowing lever to pivot outward to the neutral lock position Fig 49 1 2 Figure 49 1 Right hand Motion Control Lever shown 2 Nuetral Lockout Position 4 If adjustment is needed loosen the nut against the yoke Fig 50 5 Apply slight rearward pressure on the motion control lever turn the head of the adjustment bolt in the approp...

Page 59: ...hrottle 1 2 way and release parking brake Refer to Starting and Stopping the Engine page 25 6 Adjust pump rod length by rotating double nuts on rod in the appropriate direction until wheel is still or slightly creeps in reverse Fig 50 7 Move motion control lever forward and reverse then back to neutral Wheel must stop turning or slightly creep in reverse Note Motion control lever must be in neutra...

Page 60: ...roller and the collar on brake rod Measurement should be 3 16 1 4 5 7 mm Fig 51 7 If adjustment is necessary loosen the jam nut directly below the yoke Turn the bottom adjusting nuts until the correct measurement is obtained Fig 51 Tighten jam nut at yoke M 4120 1 1 2 3 4 7 5 6 Figure 51 1 Brake lever 2 Spring 2 75 74 mm 3 Adjusting nuts 4 Collar on brake rod 5 3 16 1 4 5 7 mm 6 Jam nut and yoke 7...

Page 61: ... with the electrolyte solution 1 Clean the top of the battery with a paper towel 2 Lift off the filler caps Fig 53 3 Slowly pour distilled water into each battery cell until the level is up to the lower part of the tube Fig 53 IMPORTANT Do not overfill the battery because electrolyte sulfuric acid can cause severe corrosion and damage to the chassis 4 Press the filler caps onto the battery Chargin...

Page 62: ...ers so that they are aware that these switches contain mercury and will apply sound disposal practices when these devices reach their normal end of life or are damaged Mercury Tilt Switch Disposal Several states have passed laws concerning the disposal of devices containing mercury In all the remaining states it is advisable to follow similar procedures The laws state that these sealed devices con...

Page 63: ...Maintenance 61 Wiring Diagram ...

Page 64: ... through the fuel system 5 minutes B Stop engine allow to cool and drain the fuel tank refer to Fuel Tank page 45 C Restart engine and run until it stops Repeat on CHOKE until engine will not restart D Dispose of fuel properly Recycle as per local codes Note Do not store stabilizer conditioned gasoline over 90 days 10 Remove the spark plug s and check its condition refer to Spark Plug page 43 With...

Page 65: ... or replace air cleaner element 5 Spark plug wires are loose or disconnected 5 Install wires on spark plug 6 Spark plugs are pitted fouled or gap is incorrect 6 Install new correctly gapped spark plugs 7 Dirt in fuel filter 7 Replace fuel filter 8 Dirt water or stale fuel is in fuel system 8 Contact Authorized Service Dealer Engine loses power 1 Engine load is excessive 1 Reduce ground speed g 2 A...

Page 66: ... broken 1 Contact Authorized Service Dealer 2 Traction belt is off pulley 2 Contact Authorized Service Dealer 3 Hydro fluid level low 3 Add hydro fluid to reservoir Abnormal vibration 1 Engine mounting bolts are loose 2 Loose engine pulley idler pulley or blade pulley 3 Engine pulley is damaged 4 Cutting blade s is are bent or unbalanced 1 Tighten engine mounting bolts 2 Tighten the appropriate pu...

Page 67: ...ot set correctly 5 Underside of mower is dirty 4 Adjust gage wheel height 5 Clean the underside of the mower 6 Tire pressure is incorrect 6 Adjust tire pressure 7 Blade spindle bent 7 Contact Authorized Service Dealer Blades do not rotate 1 Drive belt is worn loose or broken 1 Install new drive belt 2 Drive belt is off pulley 2 Install drive belt and check adjusting shafts and belt guides for corr...

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Page 69: ...ment 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 procedures described in the operator s manual Such routine maintenance whether performed by a dealer or by you is at your expense What Does This Warranty Not Cover and How Does Your State Law Relate T...

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