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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.

99-3943

Engine

99-8936

Machine speed

Fast

Slow

Neutral

Reverse

99-8937

Right side fuel tank open

Fuel tank shut off

Left side fuel tank open

99-8939

Read the

Operator’s

Manual.

Height of cut

Remove the ignition key
and read the instructions
before servicing or
performing maintenance.

105-6183

Read the

Operator’s Manual.

Rotate the bypass valve out to push the machine.

Rotate the bypass valve in to drive the machine.

Use a wrench to rotate the bypass valve.

Summary of Contents for Z153 Z Master

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual Original Instructions GB Register your product at www Toro com Form No 3351 906 Z153 Z Master with 132cm SFS Side Discharge Mower Model No 74167TE Serial No 240000001 and Up ...

Page 2: ... The Safety Interlock System 19 Driving Forward or Backward 20 Stopping the Machine 20 Adjusting the Height of Cut 21 Adjusting the Anti Scalp Rollers 21 Installing and Removing the Baffles 22 Positioning the Seat 24 Pushing the Machine by Hand 24 Operating with Side Discharge 24 Transporting the Machine 24 Loading Machines 25 Tips for Mowing Grass 26 Maintenance 27 Recommended Maintenance Schedul...

Page 3: ...orthy of special attention Safety Safe Operation Practices for Ride on riding Rotary Lawnmower Machines This machine meets or exceeds European Standards in effect at the time of production However improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can result in injury To reduce the potential for injury comply with these safety instructions and always pay attention to the safety alert symbol whic...

Page 4: ...rass slopes requires particular care To guard against overturning do not stop or start suddenly when on a slope use slow speeds on slopes and during tight turns stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden hazards Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment Use only approved drawbar hitch points Limit loads to those you can safely control Do not turn sharply Use care when reversing W...

Page 5: ...es and clothing Protect your face eyes and clothing when working with a battery Battery gases can explode Keep cigarettes sparks and flames away from battery Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure that original standards are maintained Use only Toro approved attachments Warranty may be voided if used with unapproved attachments Slope Operation Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees D...

Page 6: ... a guaranteed sound power level of 105 dBA based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 2000 14 EC Vibration This unit does not exceed a hand arm vibration level of 3 9 m s2 based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 98 37 EC This unit does not exceed a whole body vibration level of 0 1 m s2 based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 98 37 EC ...

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Page 9: ... 3 Slow 4 Neutral 5 Reverse 99 8937 1 Right side fuel tank open 2 Fuel tank shut off 3 Left side fuel tank open 99 8939 1 Read the Operator s Manual 2 Height of cut 3 Remove the ignition key and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance 105 6183 1 Read the Operator s Manual 2 Rotate the bypass valve out to push the machine 3 Rotate the bypass valve in to drive the machine 4 ...

Page 10: ...dren away from the battery 93 7818 1 Warning read the Operator s Manual for instructions on torquing the blade bolt nut to 115 149 N m 85 110 ft lb 98 1977 1 Entanglement hazard belt stay away from moving parts 98 4387 1 Warning wear hearing protection 93 7010 1 Thrown object hazard stay a safe distance from the machine 2 Thrown object hazard mower keep the deflector in place 3 Cutting dismemberme...

Page 11: ...Caustic liquid chemical burn hazard 4 Wear eye protection 5 Read the Operator s Manual 6 Keep bystanders a safe distance from the battery 7 Wear eye protection explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries 8 Battery acid can cause blindness or severe burns 9 Flush eyes immediately with water and get medical help fast 10 Contains lead do not discard 107 1866 1 Sliding and loss of control h...

Page 12: ...thout the roll bar raised and seat belt used you will be injured or killed in a roll over accident with the roll bar raised and seat belt used you may be uninjured 2 To mow under obstacles lower the roll bar and do not wear the seat belt at all other times always raise the roll bar and wear the seat belt 3 Read the Operator s Manual and slow down and turn gradually ...

Page 13: ...ne set the control levers in the Neutral position engage the parking brake and remove the ignition key 5 Power takeoff PTO 6 Engine stop 7 Engine run 8 Engine start 9 Choke 10 Read the Operator s Manual 11 Fast 12 Continuous variable setting 13 Slow 14 Thrown object hazard keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine and keep the deflector in place 15 Cutting dismemberment hazard mower blade d...

Page 14: ...er from a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be used keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not operate without entire exhaust system in place and in proper working condition Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed Long term exposure to vapors can caus...

Page 15: ... and do not contact them Warning Important Lower the roll bar only when absolutely necessary 1 To lower the roll bar loosen the front handles Fig 4 2 Remove the hairpin cotter pins and remove the two pins Fig 3 3 Lower the the roll bar to the down position There are two down positions See Figure 2 for the positions 4 Install the two pins and secure them with the hairpin cotter pins Fig 3 2 m 6836 ...

Page 16: ...ollover protection instructions and warnings To avoid loss of control and possibility of rollover Do not operate near drop offs or near water Do not operate on slopes greater than 15 degrees Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes Avoid operation on wet grass 2 3 1 m 6478 Figure 5 1 Safe Zone use the Z Master here on slopes less than 15 degrees or f...

Page 17: ... fuel shut off valve in the control panel From there a common fuel line leads to the engine Fig 9 To use the left side fuel tank rotate the fuel shut off valve to the LH lefthand location To use the right side fuel tank rotate the fuel shut off valve to the RH righthand location Fig 9 Close fuel shut off valve before transporting or storing machine 1 Figure 9 1 Shut off valve Operating the Parking...

Page 18: ... at a time If the engine fails to start allow a 30 second cool down period between attempts Failure to follow these instructions can burn out the starter motor 7 After the engine starts move the choke to Off Fig 12 If the engine stalls or hesitates move the choke back to On for a few seconds Then move the throttle lever to the desired setting Repeat this as required Figure 11 1 PTO On 2 PTO Off Fi...

Page 19: ...k System The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the engine from starting unless You are sitting on the seat The parking brake is engaged The power take off PTO is disengaged The motion control levers are in the neutral lock position The safety interlock system also is designed to stop the engine when the traction controls are moved with the parking brake on engaged or if you rise from ...

Page 20: ...ward the direction you want to turn Fig 16 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 16 1 Motion control lever neutral lock position 2 Center unlock position 3 Forward 4 Backward Driving Backward 1 Move the levers to the center unlocked position 2 To...

Page 21: ...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 After adjusting the height of cut remove the nut and washer while holding the stud with a wrench Fig 18 Note Do not remove the wheel nut and washer Fig 18 4 Select a hole so that the gage wheel is positioned to the nearest corresponding height of ...

Page 22: ... damaged areas of the mower deck and replace any missing parts Removing the Blades 1 Refer to removing the blades on page 29 2 Remove the blades before removing or installing the baffles and kickers This will help with the positioning of the baffles and kickers Installing or Removing the Recycler Baffle 1 Place the left and right sides of the baffle together with the center pin inserted into the f...

Page 23: ...wer deck Refer to Leveling the Mower at Three Positions on page 42 7 Using existing hardware make sure all holes in deck are plugged with a nut and bolt Open holes in the mower expose you and others to thrown debris which could cause injury Never operate mower without hardware mounted in all holes in mower Install hardware in mounting holes when mulching baffle is removed Warning Installing the Bl...

Page 24: ...79 Figure 24 1 By pass valve Operating with Side Discharge The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf Danger Without the grass deflector discharge cover or complete grass catcher assembly mounted in place you and others are exposed to blade contact and thrown debris Contact with rotating mower blade s and thrown debris will cause injury or ...

Page 25: ...t moves from ramp to trailer or truck Steeper angles may also cause the unit to tip backward If loading on or near a slope position the trailer or truck so it is on the down side of the slope and the ramp extends up the slope This will minimize the ramp angle The trailer or truck should be as level as possible Important Do Not attempt to turn the unit while on the ramp you may lose control and dri...

Page 26: ...er 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 Gras...

Page 27: ...nkage bushings1 Service foam air cleaner1 Check battery electrolyte Check tire pressure Grease both idler pulley pivots Every 40 Hours Grease front tires Every 50 Hours Check belts for wear cracks Every 100 Hours Change engine oil1 Service paper air cleaner1 Check spark plug s Check hydraulic lines Every 200 Hours Change hydraulic filter Change oil filter1 Replace paper air cleaner1 Replace fuel f...

Page 28: ... replacement you may want to keep extra blades on hand Danger A worn or damaged blade can break and a piece of the blade could be thrown into the operator s or bystander s area resulting in serious personal injury or death Inspect the blade periodically for wear or damage Replace a worn or damaged blade Before Inspecting or Servicing the Blades Park the machine on a level surface disengage the bla...

Page 29: ...ent blades Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non conformance with safety standards Hold the blade end using a rag or thickly padded glove Remove the blade bolt spring disk and blade from the spindle shaft Fig 29 Contact with sharp blade can cause serious injury Wear gloves or wrap sharp edges of the blade with a rag Warning 1 3 2 4 m 4318 Figure 29 1 Sail area of blade 2...

Page 30: ...nd cooling fins 5 Reinstall the air intake screen air cleaner cover fan housing and bolts Fig 32 Torque the bolts to 4 3 ft lb 5 8 N m 1 2 3 4 5 6 5 5 m 4369 Figure 32 1 Air intake screen 2 Fan housing 3 Air cleaner cover 4 M6 x 10mm bolt 5 M6 x 12mm bolt 6 M6 x 20mm bolt Servicing the Air Cleaner Primary Filter Check and or replace after every 200 operating hours or more often in dusty conditions...

Page 31: ...o not use a damaged filter 2 If the safety filter is being replaced carefully slide it into the filter body Fig 33 3 Carefully slide the primary filter over the safety filter Fig 33 Ensure that it is fully seated by pushing on the outer rim of the filter while installing it Important Do not press on the soft inside area of the filter 4 Install the air cleaner cover with the side indicated as UP fa...

Page 32: ...5 4 Rotate the valve end clockwise to close the valve Rotate the valve end counterclockwise to open the valve Fig 35 5 When the oil has drained completely close the drain valve Fig 35 Note Dispose of the used oil at a certified recycling center 1 m 5625 Figure 35 1 Oil drain valve 6 Slowly pour approximately 80 of the specified oil into the filler cap Fig 34 Refer to Servicing the Engine Oil page ...

Page 33: ...perly A black coating on the insulator usually means the air cleaner is dirty Important Always replace the spark plug s when it has a black coating worn electrodes an oily film or cracks 2 Clean the electrode by scraping or with a wire brush to remove carbon deposits and wetness 3 Check the gap between the center and side electrodes Fig 38 Bend the side electrode Fig 38 if the gap is not correct 0...

Page 34: ...lter Fig 40 5 Open the fuel shut off valve for the left and right tanks Allow gasoline to drain into a gas can or drain pan Fig 40 Note Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty 6 Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter Slide the hose clamp close to the fuel filter to secure the fuel line Fig 40 1 2 4 M 4294 3 Figure 40 1 Fuel shut off valve 2 Fuel filter ...

Page 35: ...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 Grease the fittings on the three spindle bearings Fig 42 4 Grease the idler pulley pivot Fig 42 5 Grease the fittings on the push arms Fig 42 M 4159 Figure 42 Where to Add Light Oil or Spray Lubrication Lubricate the machine ...

Page 36: ...e for 15 minutes to allow any air to purge out of the system and warm the fluid Refer to Starting and Stopping the Engine on page 18 6 Recheck the fluid level while the fluid is warm The fluid should be between cold and hot 7 If required add fluid to the hydraulic tank Note The fluid level should be to the top of the hot level of the baffle when the fluid is hot Fig 44 8 Install cap on filler neck...

Page 37: ...Hydraulic System page 37 10 Recheck the fluid level while the fluid is warm The fluid should be between cold and hot 11 If required add fluid to the hydraulic tank Do not overfill m 1256 1 2 3 Figure 46 1 Hydraulic filter 2 Gasket 3 Adapter Bleeding the Hydraulic System The traction system is self bleeding however it may be necessary to bleed the system if fluid is changed or after work is perform...

Page 38: ...key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position 3 Tilt the seat forward 4 Begin with either the left or right motion control lever 5 Move lever to the neutral position but not locked Fig 47 6 Pull lever back until the clevis pin on arm below pivot shaft contacts the end of the slot just beginning to put pressure on the spring Fig 48 7 Check where the control lever i...

Page 39: ...ust be made with drive wheels turning 1 Raise the frame and block up the machine so drive wheels can rotate freely 2 Disconnect electrical connector from the seat safety switch Temporarily install a jumper wire across terminals in the wiring harness connector 3 Slide seat forward disconnect prop rod and tilt seat fully forward Setting the Left hand Hydraulic Pump Neutral Position 1 Start the engin...

Page 40: ... connector and plug connector into seat switch when adjustment is completed Never operate this unit with jumper installed and seat switch bypassed Warning 7 After both pump neutrals are set shut off the machine 8 Remove jumper wire from wire harness connector and plug connector into seat switch 9 Reinstall prop rod and lower the seat into position 10 Remove the jack stands Adjusting the Tracking T...

Page 41: ...cknut 3 Dust cap Checking the Wheel Hub Slotted Nut Check after every 500 operating hours The slotted nut needs to be torqued to 125 ft lb 170 N m 1 Disengage the PTO move the motion 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 Remove the cotter pin 4 Torque the...

Page 42: ...he Front to Rear Mower Pitch on page 43 Leveling the Mower Side to Side 1 Position the right blade front to rear Fig 53 2 Measure the right blade at the B location Fig 53 from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blade tip Fig 54 3 Record this measurement This measurement needs to be 3 1 8 to 3 1 4 inches 4 Position the left blade front to rear Fig 53 5 Measure the left blade at the C locati...

Page 43: ...mm lower in front at A than in the rear at B Fig 58 9 Tighten both swivel jam nuts against the front swivel to lock the height 10 Check to make sure there is equal tension on the chains and adjust again if needed Adjusting the Compression Spring 1 Raise the mower lift lever to the transport position Fig 58 2 Check the distance between the two large washers it needs to be 10 1 4 inches 260 mm Fig 5...

Page 44: ...n deck belt Replace the deck belt if any of these conditions are evident 1 Disengage the PTO move the motion 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 Remove the belt covers over the outside spindles 4 Loosen the outer nut on the spring eye bolt Fig 60 2 M 41...

Page 45: ...4 Belt 5 Idler 6 Clutch Adjusting the Parking Brake Check the parking brake for proper adjustment 1 Disengage the brake lever lever down 2 Measure the length of the spring The measurement should be 2 3 4 inch 74 mm between the washers Fig 63 3 If an adjustment is necessary loosen the jam nut below the spring and tighten the nut directly below the yoke Fig 63 Turn the nut until the correct measurem...

Page 46: ...n to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Warning Checking Electrolyte Level 1 With the engine off open the hood to locate the battery 2 Look at the side of the battery The electrolyte must be up to the upper line Fig 65 Do not allow the electrolyte to get below the lower line Fig 65 3 If the electrolyte is low add the required amount of distilled...

Page 47: ...als to touch any metal parts of the machine Do not allow metal tools to short between the battery terminals and metal parts of the machine Warning Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the machine and cables causing sparks Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode resulting in personal injury Always Disconnect the negative black battery cable before disconnecting the positive red cable...

Page 48: ...ller caps are installed in battery Charge battery for 10 to 15 minutes at 25 to 30 amps or 30 minutes at 4 6 amps 4 When the battery is fully charged unplug the charger from the electrical outlet then disconnect the charger leads from the battery posts Fig 67 4 1 2 3 m 4970 Figure 67 1 Positive Battery Post 2 Negative Battery Post 3 Red Charger Lead 4 Black Charger Lead 5 Install the battery in th...

Page 49: ... into position Lift the deflector up to test that it lowers into the full down position 6 1 5 m 5037 4 2 3 7 8 Figure 68 1 Bolt 2 Spacer 3 Locknut 4 Spring 5 Spring installed 6 Grass deflector 7 Place behind deck edge before installing bolt 8 Hook end of spring ...

Page 50: ... LT BU LIGHT BLUE DK BU DARK BLUE OR BK ORANGE BLACK PK BK PINK BLACK VIO PK WIRE COLOR CODES NEUTRAL SW5 LT BU BRAKE SW3 SHOWN WITH PARK BRAKE DISENGAGED P1 A PK BK DK GN SW6 SEAT SW F1 30A BATTERY GND DK GN W DARK GREEN WHITE DARK GREEN DK GN LT GN DELAY MODULE 100 6186 SHOWN IN OFF POSITION 2 3 5 4 1 SHOWN WITH OPERATOR IN SEAT STARTER LIGHT GREEN BLACK RED SW4 NEUTRAL PTO SW2 REG MAG FUEL OIL ...

Page 51: ...non use occurs over 30 days Prepare machine for storage as follows A Add a petroleum based stabilizer conditioner to fuel in the tank Follow mixing instructions from stabilizer manufacture Do not use an alcohol based stabilizer ethanol or methanol Note A fuel stabilizer conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh gasoline and used at all times B Run engine to distribute conditioned fuel th...

Page 52: ...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 Air cleaner is dirty 2 Clean air cleaner element 3 Oil level in crankcase is low 3 Add oil to ...

Page 53: ...lley 7 Tighten the appropriate pulley 8 Engine pulley is damaged 8 Contact Authorized Service Dealer 9 Blade spindle bent 9 Contact Authorized Service Dealer Uneven cutting height 1 Blade s not sharp 1 Sharpen blade s g g 2 Cutting blade s is are bent 2 Install new cutting blade s 3 Mower is not level 3 Level mower from side to side and front to rear 4 Gage wheel not set correctly 4 Adjust gage wh...

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