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Operator’s Manual

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The Toro Company, Attn: Parts Dept., 8111 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN  55420–1196

English (EN)

Form No. 3326–719

Z286E

Z Master

 with 62

 SFS Side Discharge Mower

Model No. 74240—220000001 & Up

Summary of Contents for Z286E

Page 1: ...ivez à l adresse ci dessous N oubliez pas d indiquer les numéros de modèle et de série de votre produit The Toro Company Attn Parts Dept 8111 Lyndale Ave S Bloomington MN 55420 1196 English EN Form No 3326 719 Z286E Z Master with 62 SFS Side Discharge Mower Model No 74240 220000001 Up ...

Page 2: ...ded Gasoline 13 Using Stabilizer Conditioner 13 Filling the Fuel Tank 13 Checking the Engine Oil Level 13 Setup 14 Loose Parts 14 Installing the Drive Wheels 14 Checking the Tire Pressure 14 Installing the Motion Control Levers 14 Page Installing the Seat 15 Activating the Battery 15 Installing the Air Cleaner 16 Checking the Hydraulic Fluid 16 Greasing the Bearings 16 Checking the Side Discharge ...

Page 3: ...at will cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate injury if you do not follow the recommended precautions This manual uses two other words to highlight information Important calls attention to...

Page 4: ... deck with the blades running Never operate with the PTO shield or other guards not securely in place Be sure all interlocks are attached adjusted properly and functioning property Never operate with the discharge deflector raised removed or altered unless using a grass catcher Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine Stop on level ground lower implements disengage drives ...

Page 5: ...mowing Keep hands feet hair and loose clothing away from attachment discharge area underside of mower and any moving parts while engine is running Stop the engine before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways Do not touch equipment or attachment parts which may be hot from operation...

Page 6: ...ore the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame such as near a water heater or furnace Keep nuts and bolts tight especially the blade attachment bolts Keep equipment in good condition Never tamper with safety devices Check safety systems for proper operation before each use Use only genuine replacement parts to ensure that original standards are maintained Check brake operati...

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Page 9: ...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 633345 1 633706 1 633462 1 643288 1 643339 1 523552 1 633766 ...

Page 10: ...10 1 643401 1 633818 98 3798 98 4387 1 Warning wearhearing protection 98 5954 43 8480 54 9220 66 1340 67 5360 ...

Page 11: ... 110 ft lb 99 4632 1 Engine stop 2 Engine run 3 Engine start 99 4686 103 0261 103 0368 104 4163 1 Explosion hazard 2 No fire open flames or smoking 3 Caustic liquid chemical burn hazard 4 Wear eye protection 5 Read the Operator s Manual 6 Keep bystanders a safe distance from the battery 104 7759 104 8172 104 8569 ...

Page 12: ...gases can cause blindness and other injuries 4 No sparks flame or smoking 5 Sulfuric acid can cause blindness or severe burns 6 Flush eyes immediately with water and get medical help fast 7 Maximum fill line 8 Minimum fill line 9 Instructions for activating the battery 103 2433 100 4311 ...

Page 13: ... refuel such equipment on a truck or trailer 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 Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed Long term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness Avoid prolonged...

Page 14: ...ate mower 2 Remove wheel nuts from rear wheel hubs 3 Align holes Mount drive wheels with the valve stem to the outside of the traction unit 4 Secure using wheel nuts provided Torque to 95 ft lbs 128 N M Important Make sure that wheel nuts are torqued to 95ft lbs 128 N M Checking the Tire Pressure Check the air pressure in the front and rear tires Fig 2 Pressure 13 psi 90 kPa 1 m 1872 Figure 2 1 Va...

Page 15: ... clearance Repeat if necessary Figure 4 Installing the Seat 1 Remove seat from crate 2 Position seat on the studs in the adjustable tracks Fig 5 3 Install nuts onto studs Fig 5 4 1 m 4817 2 3 Figure 5 1 Seat 2 Studs 3 Adjustable track 4 Nuts Activating the Battery Bulk electrolyte with 1 265 specific gravity must be purchased from a local battery supply outlet Danger Battery electrolyte contains s...

Page 16: ... the machine with the battery disconnected electrical damage may occur Installing the Air Cleaner 1 Remove air cleaner from crate Keep air cleaner and bracket together Fig 7 2 Remove the top two valve cover mounting screws from both valve covers Fig 7 3 Place air cleaner onto engine and align holes in air cleaner bracket with holes in valve covers Fig 7 4 Install valve cover screws into air cleane...

Page 17: ...d all safety instructions and symbols in the safety section Knowing this information could help you your family pets or bystanders avoid injury The use of protective equipment for eyes ears feet and head is recommended This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85dBA at the operator s ear and can cause hearing loss through extended periods of exposure Wear hearing protection when operating th...

Page 18: ...ne Fig 3 To use the right side fuel tank rotate the fuel shut off valve a 1 4 turn to the left from the off location This uses fuel from the right hand tank only When the right hand fuel tank is empty move the fuel shut off valve 1 4 turn to the left from the right hand tank position This uses fuel from the left hand tank Close fuel shut off valve on front panel before transporting or storing mach...

Page 19: ...ottle Slow Figure 7 1 Off 2 Run 3 Start 2 1 m 2720 1 2 3 M 4268 Stopping the Engine 1 Push the PTO to off Fig 6 2 Move the throttle lever midway between the slow and fast positions Fig 6 3 Let the engine idle for 60 seconds Fig 7 4 Turn the ignition key to off Fig 7 5 Pull wire off spark plug s to prevent possibility of someone accidentally starting the machine before transporting or storing machi...

Page 20: ... or if you rise from the seat when the PTO is on or engaged Testing the Safety Interlock System Test the safety interlock system before you use the machine each time If the safety system does not operate as described below have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately 1 Sitting on the seat engage the parking brake and move the PTO to on Try starting the engine the engine s...

Page 21: ...evers rearward Fig 9 To go straight apply equal pressure to both motion control levers Fig 9 To turn release pressure on the motion control lever toward the direction you want to turn Fig 9 To stop push the motion control levers to neutral Stopping the Machine To stop the machine move the traction control levers to neutral and move to locked position disengage the power take off PTO and turn the i...

Page 22: ... 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 Torque to 40 45 ft lbs 54 2 61 0 N m Fig 12 5 Repeat adjustment on other gage wheels m 4161 1 2 3 4 5 Figure 12 1 Gage wheel 2 Stud 3 Spring disk 4 Flange nut 5 Wheel nut and washer Do n...

Page 23: ...d in Do not over tighten m 5779 1 Figure 14 1 By pass valve Using a Rollover Protection System Rollover protection systems ROPS are available for many riding machines Contact an Authorized Service Dealer for information on obtaining ROPS for your machine Using the Side Discharge The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf Danger Without the ...

Page 24: ...it 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 dr...

Page 25: ...dewalks or into turf Fig 16 6 Drive onto stand Stop when latch drops over tab into locked position Fig 16 Once onto stand engage parking brake Shut off engine 7 Chock or block the drive wheels Parking brake may not hold machine parked on Z Stand and could cause personal injury or property damage Do not park on Z Stand unless wheels are chocked or blocked Warning 8 Perform maintenance 9 Remove choc...

Page 26: ...quently 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 in certain conditions 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 Lo...

Page 27: ...heck tire pressure Service the spark arrester Every 100 Hours Change engine oil1 Check hydraulic lines Every 200 Hours Change engine oil filter1 Change hydraulic filter Service primary air cleaner1 Check spark plug s Replace low pressure fuel filter Every 500 Hours or at Storage Adjust caster pivot Adjust Wheel Hub Slotted Nut Every 600 Hours or at Storage Replace safety air cleaner1 Every 1500 Ho...

Page 28: ...a 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 Disengage the blade control PTO and set the parking brake Turn the ignition key to off Remo...

Page 29: ...es or wrap sharp edges of the blade with a rag Warning 1 Hold the blade end using a rag or thickly padded glove Remove the blade bolt spring disk and blade from the spindle shaft Fig 23 Sharpening the Blades When sharpening blade pieces of blade could be thrown and cause serious injury Wear proper eye protection when sharpening blade Warning 1 Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both ends of...

Page 30: ...k the gauge If the plunger changes to red the primary element is restricted and must be replaced even though it may not appear to be dirty 4 The gauge may be reset at any time however it will return to red if correct filter servicing has not been performed 2 1 M 4824 Figure 24 1 Filter minder 2 Button push to reset Removing the Air Cleaner 1 Disengage the power take off PTO set the parking brake a...

Page 31: ... the latches Fig 25 Servicing the Engine Oil Change oil After the first 8 operating hours After every 100 operating hours Note Change oil more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy Oil Type Detergent oil API service SG SH SJ or higher Crankcase Capacity w filter 67 oz 2 0 l Viscosity See table below F 20 0 20 40 60 80 100 5 C 30 5 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 USE THESE SAE VISCO...

Page 32: ...o bring it to the full mark Change the Oil Filter Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other oil change Note Change oil filter more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy 1 Drain the oil from the engine refer to Changing Draining Oil page 32 2 Remove the old filter and wipe the filter adapter Fig 28 gasket surface 3 Pour new oil of the proper type in through t...

Page 33: ...Fig 30 Bend the side electrode Fig 30 if the gap is not correct 0 030 in 0 76 mm 2 3 1 m 3215 Figure 30 1 Center electrode insulator 2 Side electrode 3 Air gap not to scale Installing 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 Servicing the Electronic Fuel Injection ...

Page 34: ...Remove the key 2 Close fuel shut off valve on console 3 Relieve pressure in the fuel system 4 Remove clamps with special pliers Fig 31 5 Remove the filter from the fuel lines Fig 31 6 Remove high pressure fuel filter from R clamp Fig 31 7 Wet new fuel filter with gasoline 8 Install a new filter and hose clamps close to the filter Fig 31 9 Wipe up any spilled fuel Open fuel shut off valve on consol...

Page 35: ...or levers and linkage This will ensure adequate cooling of the engine and will reduce the possibility of overheating and mechanical damage 1 Remove the panels from the engine shroud 2 Clean the engine cooling fins 3 Install the panels onto the engine shroud 1 2 3 m 5766 Figure 34 1 Panel 2 Engine shroud 3 Screws Greasing and Lubrication Lubricate the machine when shown on the Check Service Referen...

Page 36: ...ng brake remove the key and disconnect the spark plug wire s from the spark plug s 2 Grease the fittings on the three spindle bearings until grease comes out lower seals Fig 36 3 Grease the fittings on the push arms Fig 36 M 5035 Figure 36 Checking the Tire Pressure Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified Uneven tire pressure can cause uneven cut Check the pressure at th...

Page 37: ...40 2 3 Figure 39 1 Spring washers 2 Lock nut 3 Dust cap Servicing the Hydraulic System Checking the Hydraulic Fluid Check the hydraulic fluid level before engine is first started Check 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 or equivalent synthetic oil Important Use oil spec...

Page 38: ...cked position and apply parking brake Remove the key 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 hydro fluid from draining out 3 Place a drain pan under filter remove the old filter and wipe the filter adapter gasket surface clean Fig 41 1 M 4763 Fig...

Page 39: ...nd hands away from pin hole leaks or nozzles that eject high pressure hydraulic fluid Use cardboard or paper to find hydraulic leaks Safely relieve all pressure in the hydraulic system before performing any work on the hydraulic system Make sure all hydraulic fluid hoses and lines are in good condition and all hydraulic connections and fittings are tight before applying pressure to hydraulic syste...

Page 40: ...ector from the seat safety switch Temporarily install a jumper wire across terminals in the wiring harness connector 4 Loosen locknut at ball joint on pump control rod Fig 43 5 Start engine open throttle half way and release parking brake Refer to Starting and Stopping the Engine page 19 Note The front nut of each rod has left hand threads 6 Adjust pump rod length by rotating double nuts on rod in...

Page 41: ...n nuts clockwise to shorten spring length and turn counterclockwise to lengthen the spring 5 Engage parking brake lever up A Measure the distance between the trunnion roller and the collar on brake rod Measurement should be 3 16 1 4 in 5 7 mm Fig 45 6 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 j...

Page 42: ... to Adding Water to the Battery page 43 1 2 3 m 5004 Figure 48 1 Filler caps 2 Upper line 3 Lower line Danger Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a deadly poison and causes severe burns Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Wear safety glasses to shield your eyes and robber gloves to protect your hands Fill the battery where clean water is always ava...

Page 43: ...egative black cable Warning 1 Disengage the power take off PTO set the parking brake and turn the ignition key to off Remove the key 2 Tilt seat up 3 First disconnect the negative battery cable and ground wire from the negative battery terminal Fig 49 4 Slide the red terminal boot off the positive red battery terminal Then remove positive red battery cable Fig 49 5 Remove both wing nuts 1 4 in sec...

Page 44: ... Stop the engine set the parking brake remove the key and disconnect the spark plug wire s from the spark plug s 2 Check tire pressure of all four 4 tires If needed adjust to 13 psi 90 kPa 3 Set anti scalp rollers to top holes or remove them completely for this adjustment 4 Raise the deck to the transport position and take all force off of the two large deck lift springs by loosening nut in front ...

Page 45: ...ation on page 24 Danger Unit could fall onto someone and cause serious injury or death Use extreme caution when operating unit on Z Stand Use only for cleaning deck and removing blades Do not keep unit on Z Stand for extended periods of time Always shut engine off and set parking brake before performing any maintenance to deck Inspecting the Belts Inspect all belts every 100 hours 1 Check belts fo...

Page 46: ...e belt over clutch around rear idler pulley installed into rear idler arm assembly installed into front idler pulley assembly and onto top center pulley Fig 54 Important Check the amount of twist in belt between pulleys Make sure it is only what is specified in figure 54 5 Install clutch retaining strap and plug clutch terminal into main wire harness Fig 54 1 4 m 4451 M 4373 3 2 5 7 6 6 Figure 54 ...

Page 47: ...tighten all hardware securely 9 If the fixed idler contacts the end of the adjustment slot and more belt tension is required a small change to lengthen the push arms can be made Fig 57 10 To lengthen loosen jam nut and rotate ball joint counterclockwise one turn at a time Adjust each side the same amount m 3740 1 3 2 1 Figure 57 1 Push arm 2 15 in 381 mm nominal 3 Jam nut 4 Ball joint 11 Rotate th...

Page 48: ...repair this switch A very small amount of mercury is contained in a hermetically sealed body The steel switch is then potted in a hard epoxy in a plastic case It is unlikely that the mercury will ever escape from the enclosure These high performance and reliable inexpensive switches are recyclable Mercury is an important and beneficial compound but requires special care in handling and disposal Wh...

Page 49: ...IO BRAKE SW3 SHOWN WITH PARK BRAKE DISENGAGED P1 A BU F1 30A BU SW6 SEAT SW SHOWN WITH OPERATOR IN SEAT RED FUSE ECU FUEL PUMP POWER VIOLET ALTERNATOR GREEN WIRE COLOR CODES DELAY MODULE 100 6186 METER HOUR SW7 TILT SW BROWN SW4 NEUTRAL PTO SW2 RED BLUE FUEL PUMP FUSE RED YELLOW ECU PUMP RELAY GREEN OIL PRESSURE PTO CLUTCH RED YELLOW FUEL PUMP RELAY BLUE ENGINE MODULE ECU TERMINAL VIEW FROM BACK O...

Page 50: ...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 through the fuel system 5 minutes C Stop engine allow to cool and drain the fuel tank refer to Servicing...

Page 51: ...nstall new correctly gapped spark plugs 5 Dirt in fuel filter 5 Replace fuel filter 6 Dirt water or stale fuel is in fuel system 6 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 crankcase 4 Cooling fins and air passages under engine blower housing...

Page 52: ...ent 6 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 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...

Page 53: ...d working properly 3 Air cleaner is dirty 3 Make sure air cleaner and precleaner is clean Replace if necessary 4 Incorrect fuel filters used or dirty fuel filters 4 Install correct fuel and ensure that it is clean 5 Connections to sensors electronic control unit ECU and fuel injectors are not secured properly 5 Ensure all connections to sensors are properly secured 6 12 volt battery being used is ...

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Page 56: ...Items and Conditions Not Covered There is no other express warranty except for special emission system coverage on some products This express warranty does not cover the following Cost of regular maintenance service or parts such as filters fuel lubricants tune up parts blade sharpening brake and clutch adjustments Any product or part which has been altered or misused or required replacement or re...

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