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Maintenance

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Cleaning and Storage

1.

Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the
parking brake and turn the ignition key to “OFF”
to stop the engine. Remove spark plug wire.
Remove the key.

2.

Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the
external parts of the entire machine, especially
the engine and hydraulic system. Clean dirt and
chaff from the outside of the engine’s cylinder
head fins and blower housing.

IMPORTANT: You can wash the machine
with mild detergent and water. Do not
pressure wash the machine. Avoid excessive
use of water, especially near the control panel,
engine, hydraulic pumps and motors.

3.

Service the air cleaner; refer to Air Cleaner,
page 35.

4.

Grease and oil the machine; refer to Greasing
and Lubrication, page 40.

5.

Change the crankcase oil; refer to Engine Oil,
page 37.

6.

Change the hydraulic fluid; refer to Hydraulic
System, page 43.

7.

Check the tire pressure; refer to Tire Pressure,
page 41.

8.

Charge the battery; refer to Battery page 50.

9.

Scrape any heavy buildup of grass and dirt from
the underside of the mower, then wash the
mower with a garden hose.

10. Check the condition of the blades. Refer to

Cutting Blades on page 32.

11. For long-term storage (more than 90 days) add

stabilizer/conditioner additive to fuel in the tank
(1 oz. per gallon).

A.

Run engine to distribute conditioned fuel
through the fuel system (5 minutes).

B.

Stop engine, allow to cool and drain the
fuel tank; refer to Fuel Tank, page 42.

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.

12. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its

condition; refer to Spark Plug, page 39. With the
spark plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two
tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug
hole. Now use the starter to crank the engine and
distribute the oil inside the cylinder. Install the
spark plug(s). Do not install the wire on the
spark plug(s).

13. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws.

Repair or replace any part that is damaged or
defective.

14. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint

is available from your Authorized Service
Dealer.

15. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or

storage area. Remove the key from the ignition
switch and keep it in a memorable place out of
reach of children or other unauthorized users.
Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.

Содержание Z-Master Z253

Страница 1: ...ontains information about your safety and the safety of others Also become familiar with the controls and their proper use before you operate the product FORM NO 3322 726 Rev A Z Master 250 Series Z25...

Страница 2: ...llow 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 DA...

Страница 3: ...Safety Interlock System 24 Driving Forward or Backward 25 Stopping the Machine 25 Instruments 26 Fuel Tanks 26 Page Adjusting Height of Cut 27 Adjusting Anti Scalp Rollers 27 Positioning the Seat 28...

Страница 4: ...Contents 2...

Страница 5: ...ting Practices This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death POTENTIAL HAZARD Engine exhaust contains...

Страница 6: ...ng Sharp turns on any terrain may cause loss of control 9 Never leave a running machine unattended Always turn off blades set parking brake stop engine and remove key before dismounting 10 Turn off bl...

Страница 7: ...h 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...

Страница 8: ...l spillage Allow the machine to cool before storing 7 Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting 8 Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage...

Страница 9: ...Safety 7 Slope Chart Read all safety instructions on pages 4 6...

Страница 10: ...8...

Страница 11: ...d near any area of potential danger Replace any decal that is damaged or lost ON RIGHT SIDE OF HEIGHT OF CUT PLATE Part No E633345 TOP OF CONSOLE UNDER SEAT Part No E513747 ON TOP OF CONSOLE LEFT AND...

Страница 12: ...No E633766 ON CONTROL PANEL Part No 99 4611 ON TOP OF RIGHT ENGINE BAFFLE Part No E633771 ON RUBBER FLAP BEHIND SEAT Part No E513748 ON RUBBER FLAP BEHIND SEAT Part No E303517 ON CONSOLE AND RUBBER FL...

Страница 13: ...Safety 11 ON LEFT SIDE GAS TANK Part No 99 4632 ON HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR MOUNTING BRACKET Part No E513929 ON DECK SUPPORT FRAME Part No E633818 ON TOP OF HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR Part No E513890...

Страница 14: ...R Part No 54 9220 ON TOP CENTER OF MOWER Part No 98 3799 NEXT TO ANTI SCALP ROLLER 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...

Страница 15: ...and stay 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...

Страница 16: ...the Fuel Tank 1 Shut the engine off and set the parking brake 2 Clean around each fuel tank cap and remove the cap Add unleaded regular gasoline to both fuel tanks until the level is 1 4 to 1 2 inch 6...

Страница 17: ...ion 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 Ke...

Страница 18: ...all Seat Retaining Rod 1 Tilt seat up Remove 5 16 8mm locknut from bolt attaching seat retaining rod to seat frame Fig 2 2 Remove retaining rod from seat and insert the L shaped end of the rod into th...

Страница 19: ...justment 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...

Страница 20: ...if it gets onto your skin you will be burned HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Wear safety glasses to shield your eyes and rubber gloves to...

Страница 21: ...s toward the engine Fig 7 10 Install the positive red battery cable to positive battery terminal then negative battery cable and ground wire to the negative battery terminal 11 Secure cables with 2 1...

Страница 22: ...baffle 5 Run the machine 15 minutes to allow any air to purge out of the system and warm fluid 6 Recheck level while fluid is warm Add fluid to raise level to top of the baffle if required Note Fluid...

Страница 23: ...lever 8 Fuel cap 9 Fuel shut off lever 10 Hour meter Parking Brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended Setting the Parking Brake 1 Move the motion control le...

Страница 24: ...ire choking After engine starts move choke control to RUN position 5 Move the throttle control to the FAST position before starting a cold engine Fig 5 6 Turn ignition key START to energize starter Wh...

Страница 25: ...machine 4 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...

Страница 26: ...GAGE 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 out of neutral locke...

Страница 27: ...1 2 Figure 8 1 Motion control lever neutral lock position 2 Center un lock position 3 Forward 4 Backward Backward 1 Move levers to the center un locked position 2 To go backward slowly pull the motion...

Страница 28: ...ight 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 10 To use the right side fuel tank rotate the fuel shut off valve 1 4...

Страница 29: ...ut 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...

Страница 30: ...desired Fig 13 Note Do not adjust rollers to support the deck 4 Reinstall the bolt center rollers and flange nut Fig 13 m 4124 1 2 3 Figure 13 1 Center Rollers and Spacer 2 Flange Nut 3 Bolt Positioni...

Страница 31: ...ing brake 2 Rotate the by pass valves counterclockwise 1 turn to push This allows hydraulic fluid to by pass the pump enabling the wheels to turn Fig 15 IMPORTANT Rotate by pass valves a maximum of 2...

Страница 32: ...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...

Страница 33: ...Safety System check X X Chassis grease X X Linkage bushings oil X X Foam 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...

Страница 34: ...ly 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 conve...

Страница 35: ...lot Forming Checking for Bent Blades 1 Rotate the blades until the ends face forward and backward Fig 17 Measure from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blades Fig 18 Note this dimension m 107...

Страница 36: ...HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Wear gloves or wrap sharp edges of the blade with a rag 1 Hold the blade end using a rag or thickly padded glove Remove the blade bolt spring disk and blade from the spindle s...

Страница 37: ...after every 25 operating hours Paper Element Replace after every 100 operating hours Note Service the air cleaner more frequently every few hours if operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy R...

Страница 38: ...tap the element on a flat surface to remove dust and dirt Fig 24 B Inspect the element for tears an oily film and damage to the rubber seal IMPORTANT Never clean the paper element with pressurized ai...

Страница 39: ...to OFF to stop the engine Move controllers to neutral locked position and apply parking brake Remove the key 2 Clean around the oil dipstick Fig 25 so dirt cannot fall into the filler hole and damage...

Страница 40: ...oil to bring to FULL mark on dipstick Change 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...

Страница 41: ...g into the engine and potentially causing damage 3 Remove the spark plug s and metal washer m 3218 1 2 Figure 28 1 Spark plug wire 2 Spark plug Checking the Spark Plug 1 Look at the center of the spar...

Страница 42: ...nect 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 Grease Front Castor Pivots Lubricate the front castor pivots...

Страница 43: ...monthly whichever occurs first Fig 32 Check the tires when they are cold to get the most accurate pressure reading Pressure 13 psi 90 kPa drive wheels and castor wheels 1 m 1872 Figure 32 1 Valve ste...

Страница 44: ...evel surface to assure fuel tank drains 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...

Страница 45: ...is no fluid add fluid to reservoir just below the top of baffle 5 Run the machine 15 minutes to allow any air to purge out of the system and warm fluid 6 Recheck level while fluid is warm Add fluid to...

Страница 46: ...n Fig 36 m 3291 1 Figure 36 1 Hydraulic filter 4 Apply a thin coat hydro fluid to the rubber gasket on the replacement filter Fig 37 5 Install replacement hydraulic filter onto the filter adapter Do n...

Страница 47: ...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 chemic...

Страница 48: ...he head of the adjustment bolt in the appropriate direction until lever is centered in neutral lock position keeping rearward pressure on the lever will keep the pin at the end of the slot and allow t...

Страница 49: ...stop turning or slightly creep in reverse Note Motion control lever must be in neutral while making any adjustments 15 Open throttle to fast Make sure wheel remains stopped or slightly creeps in rever...

Страница 50: ...ers Fig 40 3 If adjustment is necessary loosen the jam nut below the spring and tighten the nut directly below the yoke Fig 40 Turn the nut until the correct measurement is obtained Tighten the two nu...

Страница 51: ...ntenance however if a fuse blows check component circuit for malfunction or short Fuse Main F1 20 amp blade type Alternator F2 20 amp blade type 1 Raise the seat to gain access to fuse holder Fig 41 2...

Страница 52: ...ean the top of the battery with a paper towel 2 Lift off the filler caps Fig 42 3 Slowly pour distilled water into each battery cell until the level is up to the lower part of the tube Fig 42 IMPORTAN...

Страница 53: ...outside of front swivel should be 20 1 4 514 mm Fig 44 Make sure that all four swivels move freely in holes 7 If measurement is not 20 1 4 514 mm on each side adjust by turning nuts on either side of...

Страница 54: ...ngs The cutting unit must be lubricated regularly Refer to the Service Interval Chart on page 31 Grease with No 2 general purpose lithium base or molybdenum base grease 1 Stop the engine set the parki...

Страница 55: ...Reinstall the PTO drive belt Refer to Replacing the PTO Drive Belt page 53 Replacing the PTO Drive Belt Squealing when the belt is rotating blades slipping when cutting grass frayed belt edges burn ma...

Страница 56: ...lot 8 Check belt tension again The center bolt of spring loaded idler must be between the two alignment holes in left support plate Fig 48 Adjust if necessary and tighten all hardware securely 9 If th...

Страница 57: ...he inside of the cutting unit Fig 52 3 Install the deflector mounts onto the pivot brackets with the bolts springs and locknuts Make sure the straight ends of the springs are positioned between the de...

Страница 58: ...Maintenance 56 Wiring Diagram...

Страница 59: ...blades Refer to Cutting Blades on page 32 11 For long term storage more than 90 days add stabilizer conditioner additive to fuel in the tank 1 oz per gallon A Run engine to distribute conditioned fuel...

Страница 60: ...cleaner element 4 Spark plug wires is loose or disconnected 4 Install wires on spark plug 5 Spark plugs are pitted fouled or gap is incorrect 5 Install new correctly gapped spark plugs 6 Dirt in fuel...

Страница 61: ...ced 1 Install new cutting blade s 2 Blade mounting bolt is loose 2 Tighten blade mounting bolt 3 Engine mounting bolts are loose 3 Tighten engine mounting bolts 4 Loose engine pulley idler pulley or b...

Страница 62: ...stall new drive belt 2 Drive belt is off pulley 2 Install drive belt and check adjusting shafts and belt guides for correct position 3 Deck belt is worn loose or broken 3 Install new deck belt 4 Deck...

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Страница 64: ...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...

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