With 60in turbo force side discharge mower (60 pages)
Summary of Contents for Toro 74236
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Form No. 3327-630 Z287L Z Master with 62 SFS Side Discharge Mower Model No. 74236—Serial No. 220000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Domestic English (EN)
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service This machine meets or exceeds the B71.4 1999 Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and specifications of the American National Standards serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates Institute, in effect at time of production.
Never let children or untrained people operate or Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed service the equipment. Local regulations may restrict the engine. the age of the operator. Stop on level ground, lower implements, disengage The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for drives, engage parking brake (if provided), shut off accidents or injuries occurring to himself or herself, engine before leaving the operator’s position for any...
The following list contains safety information specific to Toro products or other safety information that you If a steep slope must be ascended, back up the hill, and must know that is not included in the ANSI standards.
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Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The machine could suddenly turn over if a wheel goes over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.
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. 98-4387 1. Warning—wear hearing protection. 43-8480 98-5954 104-8569 54-9220 1–643401 66-1340 67-5360...
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93-7818 1. Warning—torque the blade bolt to 115–149 N m (85–110 ft.-lb.). Read the operator’s manual for further instructions. 104-8172 104-4163 98-3798 1. Explosion hazard 4. Wear eye protection. 2. No sparks, flame, or 5. Read the operator’s smoking manual. 3.
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65-2690 1-403005 1-633345 1-633766 1-633706 1-523552 103-0262 1. Right-hand fuel tank on 3. Fuel shut-off 103-0368 2. Left-hand fuel tank on...
Gasoline and Oil Warning Recommended Gasoline Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long–term exposure to vapors can cause serious Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive injury and illness. use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not available. Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
Read before operating machine. Engine Operator’s Manual Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro. Installing the Drive Wheels Checking the Tire Pressure 1. Uncrate the mower. Check the air pressure in the front and rear tires (Fig. 2).
Installing the Seat Retaining 2. Place the levers (with the mounting plate toward the rear) on the outside of the control arm shaft and secure them with 4 bolts (3/8 x 1 in.) and 4 spring washers (3/8 in.) (Fig. 4). 1.
m–5004 Figure 6 Figure 5 1. Filler caps 3. Lower line 2. Upper line Activating the Battery Warning Bulk electrolyte with 1.265 specific gravity must be purchased from a local battery supply outlet. Charging battery produces gasses that can explode Danger and cause serious injury.
Refer to Adjusting the Mower Level on page 41. Caution Checking the Radiator Coolant This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85 dBA at the operators ear and can cause hearing Check the cooling system level before the engine is first loss through extended periods of exposure.
Using the Hour Meter Warning The hour meter records the number of hours the engine has operated. It operates when the engine is running. Use these Parking brake may not hold machine parked on a times for scheduling regular maintenance. slope and could cause personal injury or property damage.
6. Turn the ignition key to Start to energize the starter. 5. Pull wire off spark plug(s) to prevent possibility of When the engine starts, release the key (Fig. 16). someone accidentally starting the machine before transporting or storing machine. Important Do not engage the starter for more than 10 6.
The Safety Interlock System 3. Sitting on the seat, engage the parking brake, move the PTO to Off, and lock the motion control levers in neutral. Now start the engine. While the engine is Caution running, release the parking brake, engage the PTO, and rise slightly from the seat;...
The farther you move the traction control levers in either Adjusting the Height-of-Cut direction, the faster the machine will move in that direction. The height-of-cut is adjusted from 1-1/2 to 5 in. To stop, pull the motion control levers to neutral. (38 to 127 mm) in 1/4 in.
5. Repeat the adjustment on the other gage wheels. To Push the Machine 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the ignition key to Off. Move the levers to the neutral locked position and apply the parking brake. 2.
Warning Warning Driving on street or roadway without turn signals, Loading a unit onto a trailer or truck increases the lights, reflective markings, or a slow moving possibility of backward tip–over and could cause vehicle emblem is dangerous and can lead to serious injury or death.
m–5028 m–5599 Figure 23 Figure 24 1. Lift assist lever 1. Z Stand 4. Bracket Pin 2. Latch 5. Bottom of slot 3. Bracket Using the Z Stand The Z Stand is used for raising the front end of the machine.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Check hydraulic fluid level After first use Change engine oil Change hydraulic filter Check engine oil level Check safety system Each Use Clean engine cooling system...
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.
The blades must be replaced if a solid object is hit, if the blade is out of balance, or is bent. To ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may m–1854 result in non-conformance with safety standards.
Installing the Blades Cleaning the Paper Elements 1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Fig. 30). 1. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to remove dust and dirt (Fig. 34). Important The curved part of the blade must be 2.
Viscosity: See the table below. Changing the Oil USE THESE SAE VISCOSITY OILS Replace the oil every 100 hours. 1. Start the engine and let it run for five minutes. This warms the oil so that it drains better. 2. Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly lower than the opposite side to ensure that the oil drains completely.
4. Apply a thin coat of new oil to the rubber gasket on the Danger replacement filter (Fig. 37). Rotating shaft and fan can cause personal injury. Do not operate the machine without the covers in place. Keep fingers, hands and clothing clear of rotating fan and drive shaft.
Cleaning the Cooling System 1. Position the machine on a level surface, stop the engine, and set the parking brake. Clean the cooling system daily before each use. 2. Tilt the seat up and tilt the engine hood forward. 1. Position the machine on a level surface, stop the engine, 3.
9. With the radiator cap off, tilt the engine cover down and Servicing the Spark Plug put the seat down. Start the engine. Run the engine until it is warm. Check the spark plug(s) after every 100 operating hours. Make sure that the air gap between the center and side 10.
3. Check the gap between the center and side electrodes (Fig. 43). Bend the side electrode (Fig. 43) if the gap is not correct. 0.030 in. (0.76 mm) m–4384 Figure 44 m–3215 1. Filter 2. Hose clamp Figure 43 1. Center electrode insulator 3.
m–3717 M–4384 Figure 45 1. Fuel shut-off valve 3. Hose clamp 2. Fuel filter 4. Fuel line Figure 46 Servicing the Spark Arrester Inspect the spark arrester every 50 hours for damage, such Greasing the Front Castor Pivots as holes in the screen, and for buildup on the screen. If it is damaged, replace it with a new spark arrester.
3. Grease the fittings on the push arms (Fig. 47). 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.
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Warning Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury. If hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin it must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with this type of injury. Gangrene may result if this is not done. Keep body and hands away from pin hole leaks m–4384 or nozzles that eject high pressure hydraulic...
Bleeding the Hydraulic System Adjusting the Motion Controls The traction system is self bleeding; however, it may be Adjusting the Handle Neutral necessary to bleed the system if the fluid is changed or after work is performed on the system. If the motion control levers do not align, or move easily into the console notch, an adjustment is required.
Adjusting the Hydraulic Pump Neutral Warning Note: Adjust the handle neutral first. That has to be correct before the following adjustment can be made. Electrical system will not perform proper safety shut off with jumper wire installed. Danger Remove jumper wire from wire harness connector and plug connector into seat switch Mechanical or hydraulic jacks may fail to support when adjustment is completed.
Checking the Wheel Hub 5. Place 2 thick blocks (1-1/2 in. [38 mm]) under the rear left and right lower edge of the mower. Place 1 block Slotted Nut (2-1/4 in. [57 mm]) under the front center lower edge of the mower.
Note: When properly adjusted, the front blade tip will be Replacing the Deck Belt slightly lower than the rear blade tip; refer to Checking for Bent Blades, page 28, to measure. Squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks, and cracks are 10.
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3. Remove the PTO drive belt from the rear idler arm and front idler pulley assembly. Remove the PTO drive belt (Fig. 58). 4. Place the new drive belt over the clutch, around the rear idler pulley, installed into the rear idler arm assembly, installed into the front idler pulley assembly, and onto the top center pulley (Fig.
Figure 63 m–3740 Figure 61 1. Push arm 3. Jam nut 2. 15-5/16 in. (389 mm) 4. Ball joint Adjusting the Parking Brake nominal Check the parking brake for proper adjustment. 11. Rotate the belt guide on the rear of the mower so that it 1.
Servicing the Fuses 3. If the electrolyte is low, add the required amount of distilled water; refer to Adding Water to the Battery, page 46. The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires no maintenance, however, if a fuse blows, check the component/circuit for a malfunction or short.
6. Secure battery with J-bolts, hold down clamp and 2 Warning washers (1/4 in.), and 2 wing nuts (1/4 in.) (Fig. 67). Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the machine and cables causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury.
Charging the Battery Replacing the Grass Deflector Warning Warning Charging the battery produces gasses that can An uncovered discharge opening could allow the explode. lawn mower to throw objects in the operator’s or bystander’s direction and result in serious injury. Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and Also, contact with the blade could occur.
The tilt switch on this unit contains mercury, a hazardous Return the switch to your Toro dealer if it is faulty and is material. Mercury that is outside a sealed container being replaced or if the unit containing the switch is no vaporizes at room temperature.
Cleaning and Storage Important Do not store stabilizer/conditioned gasoline over 90 days. 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking 12. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its condition; refer brake, and turn the ignition key to Off. Remove the key. to Servicing the Spark Plug, page 34.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action Starter does not crank. 1. Blade control (PTO) is 1. Move blade control (PTO) to engaged. disengaged. 2. Parking brake is not on. 2. Set parking brake. 3. Operator is not seated. 3. Sit on the seat. 4.
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Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action 5. The crankcase oil level is 5. Fill or drain to the full mark. incorrect. 6. The fuel mixture is lean. 6. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer. 7. Excessive loading. 7. Reduce load; use lower ground speed.
If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.