Toro Z500 Series Z Master, Operator'S Manual

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Figure 54
1. Spring loaded idler pulley 4. Idler pulley arm
2. Top alignment hole 5. Belt
3. 0 to 1/4 inch gap (0 to 6
mm)
6. Rubber bumper
10. Adjust the belt tension and the idler plate, if
necessary, and tighten all hardware securely
(Figure 53).
11. If the mower idler plate contacts the end of
the adjustment slot and more belt tension is
required, a small change to the right side fixed
idler can create more belt tension adjustment
(Figure 55).
Figure 55
1. Fixed idler 2. Adjustment slot
Replacing the Pump Drive
Belt
Check pump drive belt for wear after every
50 hours of operation.
1. Pull the spring loaded idler down and remove
traction belt from the engine and hydro pump
pulleys (Figure 56). Remove belt between
pulleys.
Figure 56
2. Install new belt around engine and hydro pump
pulleys (Figure 56).
3. Pull spring loaded idler down and align below
traction belt. Release the pressure on the
spring loaded idler (Figure 56).
Controls System
Maintenance
Adjusting the Control
Handle Neutral Position
If motion control levers do not align, or move
easily into the console notch, adjustment is
required. Adjust each lever, spring and rod
separately.
Note:
Motion control levers must be installed
correctly. See Installing the Motion Control Levers
in the set up instructions.
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. Unlatch the seat and tilt the seat forward.
4. Begin with either the left or right motion
control lever.
5. Move the lever to the neutral position but not
locked (Figure 57).
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