Toro 74311TE Operator's Manual
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- Page 1 Form No. 3405-834 Rev A Z Master ® 8000 Series Riding Mower with 122cm Direct-Collect Cutting Unit Model No. 74311TE—Serial No. 316000001 and Up *3405-834* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
- Page 2 WARNING Removing standard original equipment parts and accessories may alter the warranty, traction, and safety of the machine. Failure to use original Toro parts could cause serious injury or death. Making unauthorized changes to the engine, fuel or venting system, may violate regulations.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Adjusting the Caster Pivot Bearings......42 Safety ................4 Cooling System Maintenance ........43 Safe Operating Practices........... 4 Cleaning the Engine Screen and Engine-Oil Toro Riding Mower Safety ........5 Cooler...............43 Sound Pressure ............6 Servicing the Engine-Oil Cooler .......43 Sound Power ............6 Cleaning the Engine Cooling Fins and Vibration Level ............ -
Page 4: Safety
Safety – Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose. – Refuel the machine outdoors only and do not smoke This machine has been designed in accordance with EN ISO while refuelling. 5395:2013. – Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is result in injury. -
Page 5: Toro Riding Mower Safety
• Never operate the machine with damaged guards or without safety protective devices in place. The following list contains safety information specific to Toro • Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed products or other safety information that you must know that the engine. -
Page 6: Sound Pressure
Slope Operation Sound Pressure • Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. This unit has a sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 93 dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 1 dBA. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, steep banks, or water. -
Page 7: Slope Indicator
Slope Indicator G011841 Figure 3 This page may be copied for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can safely operate the machine on is 15 degrees. Use the slope chart to determine the degree of slope of hills before operating. Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 15 degrees. Fold along the appropriate line to match the recommended slope. -
Page 8: Safety And Instructional Decals
Safety and Instructional 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. 93–6696 1. Stored energy hazard—read the Operator's Manual. 112-8760 1. - Page 9 116-8936 1. Danger—do not operate with the deck in the tilt-up position. 116-8813 1. Hopper up indicator 5. Parking brake 2. Battery 6. Neutral 3. Hour meter 7. Operator-presence switch 4. PTO 116-8941 116-8934 116-8943 1. Warning—disengage 2. Height of cut. 1.
- Page 10 116-8946 1. Rotate counterclockwise 3. Unlock to push the to release machine 2. Rotate clockwise to lock 4. Read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance. 116-9044 1. Read the Operator’s Manual before performing any 8. Grease the deck lock mechanism every 100 hours. maintenance.
- Page 11 116-9049 1. Rotating driveline hazard—keep all driveline shields in 126-4207 place. Securely attach both ends of the driveline. 1. Refer to the Operator’s Manual for adjustment procedure. When the PTO is engaged, the idler arm position must be in hatched area or an adjustment is required. 117–2718 119-0217 1.
- Page 12 Molded into Front of Hopper 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. Do not operate this 5. Warning—Stay away from moving parts; keep all guards in machine unless you are trained. Wear hearing protection. place. Shut off engine and remove key before adjusting, servicing, or cleaning.
- Page 13 Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery. 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders a safe distance from the battery. 2. No fire, open flame, or 7. Wear eye protection; smoking explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries.
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Page 14: Product Overview
Speed-Control Lever Product Overview The speed control lever sets maximum forward speed of the machine (Figure 4). Moving speed control lever rearward to the neutral position places the drive system into neutral. Throttle Control The throttle is used to control engine speed. The throttle control is variable between Fast and Slow. -
Page 15: Specifications
A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. -
Page 16: Operation
Operation DANGER In certain conditions during fueling, static Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine electricity can cause a spark which can ignite the from the normal operating position. gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property. -
Page 17: Checking The Engine-Oil Level
Filling the Fuel Tank 1. Park the machine on level ground. 2. Shut the engine off and set the parking brake. 3. Clean around the fuel-tank cap and remove it. Add regular unleaded gasoline to the fuel tank until the level is 6 to 13 mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch) below the bottom of the filler neck. -
Page 18: Operating The Parking Brake
Operating the Parking Brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. Setting the Parking Brake G008946 WARNING Figure 11 The parking brake may not hold a machine parked on a slope and could cause personal injury or property damage. -
Page 19: Operating The Pto Engagement Lever
Operating the PTO Engagement Lever The PTO engagement lever starts and stops the mower blades and blower. WARNING An uncovered discharge opening allows objects to g025096 be thrown toward you or bystanders. Also, contact Figure 14 with the blower blades could occur. Thrown objects or blade contact can cause serious injury or death. -
Page 20: Shutting Off The Engine
Shutting Off the Engine CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while it is unattended. Always remove the ignition key and set the parking brake when leaving the machine unattended, even if just for a few minutes. -
Page 21: The Safety Interlock System
The Safety Interlock System 1. Sitting on the seat, engage the parking brake, move the PTO engagement lever to on, and move the speed control lever to N position. Try starting the EUTRAL CAUTION engine; the engine should not crank. If the safety interlock switches are disconnected or 2. -
Page 22: Stopping The Machine
Raising the Mower Deck into Note: The machine moves faster the farther the speed-control lever is moved away from neutral. Service Position 4. To turn left or right, pull 1 of the steering levers back 1. Shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, toward neutral in the direction desired. -
Page 23: Lowering The Mower Deck To The Operating Position
Figure 22 1. Secure the mower deck 3. Deck-lift handle in the raised position by securing the mower deck latch onto the hook. 2. Hook Figure 20 1. Guard attached to the 3. Metal guards WARNING mower deck 2. Loosen the bolts Engaging the PTO with a deck in the raised position can result in a serious injury or property damage. -
Page 24: Adjusting The Fill Reduction System (Frs) Baffles
Adjusting the Fill Reduction System (FRS) Baffles The fill reduction system allows you to reduce the amount of clippings collected by varying degrees. The advantages include less frequent emptying of the hopper and the return of nutrients to the soil. The following are possible configurations: •... -
Page 25: Adjusting The Height Of Cut
10. Slightly tighten the locknuts on the rear studs of the 4. Using the handles at the lower front of the hopper, FRS baffles. raise the hopper to dump the contents. Note: The locknuts on the rear studs may be left 5. -
Page 26: Transporting The Machine
Transporting the Machine The drive wheel release valves are located on the top left, front corner of hydrostatic pumps. Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. 1. Move the speed-control lever to the N position EUTRAL Ensure that the trailer or truck has all necessary brakes, to stop the machine. -
Page 27: Loading The Machine
Loading the Machine Use extreme caution when loading or the unloading machine onto a trailer or a truck. Use a full-width ramp that is wider than the machine for this procedure. Important: If a full width ramp is not available, use enough individual ramps to simulate a full width ramp. -
Page 28: Operating Tips
If a blade is damaged or worn, replace ground. However, the cutting height used in the past is it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. generally the best one to use. When cutting grass longer than 15 cm (6 inches) tall, you may want to cut the lawn twice to ensure an acceptable quality of cut. -
Page 29: Maintenance
Every 500 hours • Adjust the caster pivot bearings. • Check the parking brake adjustment. • Change the hydraulic filter and reservoir hydraulic fluid when using Toro® HYPR-OIL™ 500 hydraulic fluid (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). • Check the battery. -
Page 30: Lubrication
Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Grease the front-caster pivots. • Grease the rear-caster hub. • Grease the pump-belt idler arm. Yearly • Grease the PTO-belt idler arm. (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). • Grease the rear-caster pivot. (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). •... - Page 31 Lubricate the Pump Belt Idler Arm 1. Raise up the hopper (Figure 30). Figure 32 1. Plate 2. Bolts 5. Lubricate the pump belt idler arm (Figure 29). 6. Install the plate and the air cleaner. Lubricate the Rear Caster Wheel Hub Service Interval: Yearly Figure 30 1.
- Page 32 Note: The seals must be replaced. 9. If the axle assembly has had both spacer nuts removed (or broken loose), apply a thread locking adhesive to 1 spacer nut and thread it onto the axle with the wrench flats facing outward. Note: Do not thread the spacer nut all of the way onto the end of the axle.
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Page 33: Engine Maintenance
Change the Gearbox Oil Engine Maintenance Service Interval: After the first 50 hours—Change oil in all 3 gearbox housings. Add oil as needed WARNING until level with oil-drain plug. Contact with hot surfaces may cause personal Every 100 hours—Change oil in all 3 gearbox injury. - Page 34 Important: Do not press on the soft inside area of the filter. 4. Install the air cleaner cover and secure the latches (Figure 37). 5. Install the air cleaner into the clamp and secure it with the previously removed bolt (Figure 36).
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Page 35: Servicing The Engine Oil
Servicing the Engine Oil Important: Do not operate the engine with the oil level below the low (or add) mark on the dipstick, Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service class SJ or higher) or over the Full mark. Oil Capacity: with a filter change, 1.8 L (1.9 US qt); with no filter change, 1.6 L (1.7 US qt) Viscosity: See the table below. -
Page 36: Changing The Engine Oil
Changing the Engine Oil 4. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil into the filler tube and slowly add the additional oil to Service Interval: Every 100 hours (more often in dirty or bring it to the full mark on the dipstick (Figure 39). -
Page 37: Servicing The Spark Plugs
Servicing the Spark Plugs Service Interval: Every 500 hours—Check and gap the spark plug. Make sure that the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark plugs. Use a spark-plug wrench for removing and installing the spark plugs and a gapping tool/feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap. -
Page 38: Fuel System Maintenance
Fuel System Maintenance WARNING Fuel system components are under high pressure. The use of improper components can result in system failure, gasoline leakage, and possible explosion. Use only approved fuel lines and fuel filters. Replacing the Fuel Filter G015200 Service Interval: Every 200 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) (more often in dirty or dusty Figure 44 conditions). -
Page 39: Servicing The Fuel Tank
Electrical System 6. Install a new filter and move the hose clamps close to the filter (Figure 45). Maintenance Note: Install the fuel line hoses and secure them with plastic ties the same as they were originally installed at the factory to Servicing the Battery keep the fuel line away from components that could damage the fuel line. -
Page 40: Installing The Battery
7. Remove the battery. 3. Install the battery in the machine and connect the battery cables, refer to Installing the Battery (page 40). Note: Do not run the machine with the battery disconnected; electrical damage may occur. Figure 46 1. Negative (black) battery 4. -
Page 41: Servicing The Fuses
Servicing the Fuses the cables are color coded or labeled for the correct polarity. The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires no maintenance; however, if a fuse blows, check the WARNING component/circuit for a malfunction or short. Batteries contain acid and produce explosive 1. -
Page 42: Drive System Maintenance
Drive System Maintenance Adjusting the Tracking The tracking knob is located under the seat. Rotating this knob allows fine tuning adjustments so that the machine tracks straight with the drive levers in the full forward position. 1. Run the machine at 3/4 speed for at least 5 minutes to Figure 51 bring the hydraulic fluid up to operating temperature. -
Page 43: Cooling System Maintenance
Cooling System Maintenance Cleaning the Engine Screen and Engine-Oil Cooler Service Interval: Before each use or daily Remove any buildup of grass, dirt, or other debris from the oil cooler. Before each use remove any buildup of grass, dirt, or other debris from the engine screen. -
Page 44: Check And Clean The Hydraulic Pumps
Check and Clean the Hydraulic Brake Maintenance Pumps Adjusting the Parking Brake Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Move the speed-control lever to the N position Service Interval: After the first 100 hours EUTRAL to stop the machine. Every 500 hours thereafter 2. - Page 45 9. Engage and disengage the brakes to check for proper engagement and disengagement. Adjust them if necessary. Note: When the brakes are disengaged, there should be little to no free play in the brake linkage with no dragging in the brakes. Figure 55 1.
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Page 46: Belt Maintenance
Belt Maintenance 12. Engage the PTO lever. 13. Loosen the jam nuts and adjust the linkage until the top of the idler arm is aligned with the bottom of the Inspecting the Belts notch on the tension arm as shown in Figure Service Interval: Every 40 hours 1. -
Page 47: Adjusting The Belt Guides
Controls System Maintenance Adjusting the Reverse-Stop 1. Stop the machine and move the speed-control lever to the N position. EUTRAL 2. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, and wait for all moving parts to stop. 3. -
Page 48: Adjusting The Speed-Control Lever Tension
Adjusting the Speed-Control CAUTION Lever Tension Raising the mower deck for service or maintenance relying solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks 1. Stop the machine and move the speed-control lever could be dangerous. The mechanical or hydraulic to the N position. -
Page 49: Aligning The Pto Drive Pulley
Note: Use a straight edge to align all three surfaces. Figure 64 1. Align the three pump drive 2. Align the three PTO drive Figure 63 pulley surfaces shown with pulley surfaces shown with this pattern within 0.8 to this pattern within 0.8 to 1. -
Page 50: Adjusting The Pto Brake Spring
Adjusting the PTO Brake Spring The PTO brake spring adjustment is only necessary if the blower has been removed or replaced or if the PTO drive idler arm has been disassembled. 1. Stop the machine and move the speed-control lever to the N position. -
Page 51: Hydraulic System Maintenance
Do not run the System machine with the fluid below the add mark. 10. Install the dipstick. ® ™ Hydraulic Fluid Type: Toro HYPR-OIL 500 hydraulic ® fluid or Mobil 1 15W-50. Important: Use fluid specified. Other fluids could cause system damage. -
Page 52: Mower Deck Maintenance
2. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, stop the introducing contaminates into the system. engine, and wait for all moving parts to stop. ® 5. Before installing the new filter, fill it with Toro 3. Verify all hairpin cotters are in the 7.62 cm (3 inch) ™ HYPR-OIL... -
Page 53: Servicing The Cutting Blades
If a blade is damaged or worn, replace 2. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, shut off it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. For the engine, and wait for all moving parts to stop. -
Page 54: Removing The Blades
To ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use Figure 73 genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with 1. Sharpen at original angle safety standards. -
Page 55: Removing The Mower Deck
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine WARNING from the normal operating position. Operating this machine without an approved Toro Note: Ensure that the red colored blade is installed on the front mount attachment increases the possibility of right side. -
Page 56: Installing The Mower Deck
Installing the Mower Deck Important: Do not transport the machine without an Figure 76 approved Toro front mount attachment. 1. Slide the push arm into the deck push-arm tube. 1. Shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove the key. -
Page 57: Adjusting The Locking-Pin Stop On The Mower Deck
Adjusting the Locking-Pin Cleaning Stop on the Mower Deck Cleaning under the Mower 1. Slide the mower deck-locking pins in on both sides and rotate to lock the deck in the operating position. Service Interval: Before each use or daily 2. -
Page 58: Storage
Storage C. Shut off the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel tank; refer to Servicing the Fuel Tank (page 39). Cleaning and Storage D. Start the engine and run it until it stops. 1. Disengage the power takeoff (blade-control switch E. -
Page 59: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The malfunction Indicator light (MIL) 1. The engine is too hot. 1. Turn the engine off and let it cool. comes on. 2. There is old gas in the gas tank. 2. Use new gas. 3. - Page 60 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine overheats. 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce the ground speed. 2. The oil level in the crankcase is low. 2. Add oil to the crankcase. 3. The cooling fins and air passages for 3.
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Page 61: Schematics
Schematics Wire Diagram (Rev. A) - Page 62 Hydraulic Diagram (Rev. A)
- Page 63 The Way Toro Uses Information Toro may use your personal information to process warranty claims, to contact you in the event of a product recall and for any other purpose which we tell you about. Toro may share your information with Toro's affiliates, dealers or other business partners in connection with any of these activities. We will not sell your personal information to any other company.
- Page 64 Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or agreement between them, jointly promise to the original purchaser to repair workmanship, follow this procedure: the Toro Products listed below if defective in materials or workmanship.