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Toro Z Master Professional 5000 Series Operator's Manual

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Original Instructions (EN)
Z Master
®
Series Riding Mower
with 60in TURBO FORCE
Mower
Model No. 74915—Serial No. 316000001 and Up
Form No. 3407-736 Rev B
Professional 5000
®
Side Discharge
*3407-736* B

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3407-736 Rev B Z Master ® Professional 5000 Series Riding Mower with 60in TURBO FORCE ® Side Discharge Mower Model No. 74915—Serial No. 316000001 and Up *3407-736* B Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2 This spark ignition system complies with Canadian Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model ICES-002 and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers Because in some areas there are local, state, or on the product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Checking the Seat Belt ........49 Checking the Rollover Protection System (ROPS) Knobs ..........49 Safety ............... 4 Adjusting the Tracking ........49 Safe Operating Practices........4 Checking the Tire Pressure....... 49 Slope Indicator ........... 7 Checking the Wheel Lug Nuts......50 Safety and Instructional Decals ......

  • Page 4: Safety

    Operator’s Manual. Modifications to this machine should only Operation be made by either the manufacturer or an Authorized Toro Dealer. • Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If lightning is seen or thunder is heard in the area, do This product is capable of amputating hands and feet.
  • Page 5 • • Look behind and down before backing up to be Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine sure of a clear path. running. • • Never carry passengers on the machine. Allow engine to cool before refueling. •...
  • Page 6 • To best protect your investment and maintain optimal performance of your Toro equipment, count on Toro genuine parts. When it comes to reliability, Toro delivers replacement parts designed to the exact engineering specifications of our equipment. For peace of mind, insist on Toro genuine parts.

  • 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. decal58-6520 decal106-5517 58-6520 106-5517 1. Grease 1. Warning—do not touch the hot surface. decal93-7818 93-7818 1.
  • Page 9 decal110-2067 110-2067 decal115-7445 115-7445 1. Grease pulleys and spindles 2. Maintenance interval—50 hours decal110-2068 110-2068 1. Read the Operator's Manual. decal112-9028 112-9028 decal116-5988 116-5988 1. Warning—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards in place. 1. Parking brake—engaged 2. Parking brake—disengaged decal114-4466 114-4466...
  • Page 10 decal116-4858 116-4858 decal117-3848 117-3848 1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine. 2. Thrown object hazard, mower—do not operate the machine without deflector, discharge cover, or grass collection system in place. decal116-8726 116-8726 3. Cutting/dismemberment of hand or foot—stay away from moving parts;...
  • Page 11 decal126-4398 126-4398 1. Read the Operator’s 3. Unlock manual 2. Lock decaloemmarkt Manufacturer's Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original decal121-7551 machine manufacturer. 121-7551 1. Power Takeoff (PTO) 4. Continuous variable setting 2. Choke 5.
  • Page 12 decalbatterysymbols Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders a safe distance from the battery. 7. Wear eye protection; 2. No fire, open flame, or smoking. explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries 3.
  • Page 13 decal132-0871 132-0871 Note: This machine complies with the industry standard stability test in the static lateral and longitudinal tests with the maximum recommended slope indicated on the decal. Review the instructions for operating the machine on slopes in the Operator’s Manual as well as the conditions in which you would operate the machine to determine whether you can operate the machine in those conditions on that day and at that site.

  • Page 14: Product Overview

    Hour Meter Product Overview The hour meter records the number of hours the engine has operated. It operates when the engine is running. Use these times for scheduling regular maintenance (Figure Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge is located with the hour meter, and the bars light up when the ignition switch is in the On position (Figure...

  • 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 electricity can cause a spark which can ignite machine from the normal operating position. the gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can Adding Fuel damage property.
  • Page 17 Filling the Fuel Tank chance of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel stabilizer at all times. Park the machine on level ground. Shut the engine off and set the parking brake. 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: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    Checking the Engine-Oil Level Before you start the engine and use the machine, check the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 18). Breaking in a New Machine New engines take time to develop full power. Mower decks and drive systems have higher friction when new, placing additional load on the engine.

  • Page 19: Think Safety First

    Think Safety First Please read all safety instructions and symbols in the safety section. Knowing this information could help you or bystanders avoid injury. DANGER Operating the machine on wet grass or steep slopes can cause sliding and loss of control. •...

  • Page 20: Operating The Mower Blade-Control Switch (Pto)

    Setting the Parking Brake WARNING Parking brake may not hold machine parked on a slope and could cause personal injury or property damage. Do not park on slopes unless wheels are g008945 Figure 13 chocked or blocked Disengaging the Blade-Control Switch (PTO) g027334 Figure 11...

  • Page 21: Operating The Ignition Switch

    Operating the Ignition Switch Turn the ignition key to the S position TART (Figure 17). Note: When the engines starts, release the key. Important: Do not engage starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start allow a 15-second cool-down period between attempts.

  • Page 22: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    g008948 Figure 18 1. On position 2. Off position Starting and Stopping the Engine Starting the Engine Important: Do not engage starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, wait g032328 Figure 19 15 seconds between attempts.

  • Page 23: Using The Safety-Interlock System

    Stopping the Engine Using the Safety-Interlock System CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they CAUTION move or attempt to operate the machine while it is unattended. If the safety-interlock switches are disconnected or damaged, the machine could Always remove the ignition key and set the operate unexpectedly, causing personal parking brake when leaving the machine injury.

  • Page 24: Driving Forward Or Backward

    Testing the Safety-Interlock Driving Forward or System Backward Service Interval: Before each use or daily The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place Test the safety-interlock system before you use the the throttle control in the Fast position for best machine each time.

  • Page 25: Stopping The Machine

    Driving Forward Driving Backward Move the levers to the center, position. Note: The engine will shut off if the traction-control UNLOCK levers are moved with the parking brake engaged. To go backward, slowly pull the motion-control levers rearward (Figure 24). To stop, pull the motion-control levers to the position.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Height-Of-Cut

    Adjusting the Height-of-Cut CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while Adjusting the Height-of-Cut Pin it is unattended. The height-of-cut is adjusted from 25 to 140 mm (1 Always remove the ignition key and set the to 5-1/2 inches) in 6 mm (1/4 inch) increments by parking brake when leaving the machine relocating the clevis pin into different hole locations.

  • Page 27: Adjusting The Anti-Scalp Rollers

    Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers Whenever you change the height-of-cut, it is recommended to adjust the height of the anti-scalp rollers. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move the motion-control levers to the NEUTRAL LOCK position, and set the parking brake. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Flow Baffle Cam Locks

    Adjusting the Flow Baffle Positioning the Flow Baffle Cam Locks The following figures are only recommendations for use. Adjustments will vary by grass type, moisture This procedure is applicable only to machines with content, and the height of the grass. the flow-baffle locks.

  • Page 29: Positioning The Seat

    • Wet conditions • Lowers the engine-power consumption • Allows increased ground speed in heavy conditions • This position is similar to the benefits of the Toro SFS mower g019755 Figure 34 1. Seat latch 2. Seat Changing the Seat...

  • Page 30: Using The Drive-Wheel-Release Valves

    Using the Drive-Wheel-Release Valves WARNING Hands may become entangled in the rotating drive components below the engine deck, which could result in serious injury. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and allow all moving parts to stop before accessing the drive-wheel-release valves.

  • Page 31: Transporting The Machine

    Transporting the Machine Loading the Machine Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the Use extreme caution when loading or unloading machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all machines onto a trailer or a truck. Use a full-width necessary brakes, lighting, and marking as required ramp that is wider than the machine for this procedure.
  • Page 32 WARNING Loading a machine onto a trailer or truck increases the possibility of tip-over and could cause serious injury or death. • Use extreme caution when operating a machine on a ramp. • Ensure that the ROPS is in the up position and use the seat belt when loading or unloading the machine.

  • Page 33: Operating Tips

    It is best to cut only about a third of the grass blade. genuine Toro replacement blade. Cutting more than that is not recommended unless grass is sparse, or it is late fall when grass grows more slowly.

  • Page 34: Maintenance

    Every 500 hours • Adjust the caster-pivot bearing. • Check the parking brake adjustment. • Change the hydraulic filters and hydraulic fluid when using Toro® HYPR-OIL™ 500 hydraulic fluid (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). • Check the battery.

  • Page 35: Lubrication

    CAUTION If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. Remove the key from the ignition before you do any maintenance. Lubrication Greasing the Mower Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Grease the Lubricating the Machine mower-deck spindles and the idler arm.

  • Page 36: Lubricating The Caster-Wheel Hubs

    Lubricating the Caster-Wheel Hubs Service Interval: Yearly Shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, remove the key, and engage the parking brake. g009030 Figure 42 g006115 Figure 44 Remove the dust cap and adjust the caster pivots.

  • Page 37: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance With the open end of the wheel facing up, fill the area inside the wheel around the axle full of general-purpose grease. WARNING Insert the second bearing and new seal into the wheel. Contact with hot surfaces may cause personal injury.
  • Page 38 Servicing the Primary Filter Release the latches on the air cleaner and pull the air-cleaner cover off the air-cleaner body • If the primary filter is dirty, bent, or damaged, (Figure 46). replace it. Clean the inside of the air-cleaner cover with •...

  • Page 39: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Servicing the Engine Oil Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service class SJ or higher) Oil Capacity: with a filter change, 1.8 L (61 oz); with no filter change, 1.6 L (54 oz) g008804 Viscosity: See the table below. g032626 Figure 47 Note: Use of synthetic oil is acceptable.
  • Page 40 Changing the Engine Oil Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil into the filler tube and slowly add the Service Interval: After the first 8 hours additional oil to bring it to the Full mark (Figure Every 100 hours (more often in dirty or dusty 50).
  • Page 41 Changing the Engine-Oil Filter Service Interval: Every 200 hours Note: Change the engine-oil filter more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing g008804 the Engine Oil (page 40). Change the engine-oil filter (Figure 51).

  • Page 42: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Servicing the Engine-Oil Cooler Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 100 hours Service Interval: Every 500 hours Remove the bolts holding the oil cooler to the Ensure that the air gap between the center and side engine housing . electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug.
  • Page 43 Install the left hand hydraulic-unit shroud (Figure 53). Checking the Spark Plug Important: Do not clean the spark plug(s). Always replace the spark plug(s) when it has: a black coating, worn electrodes, an oily film, or g009922 cracks. If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly.

  • Page 44: Checking The Spark Arrester

    Installing the Spark Plug Fuel System Tighten the spark plug(s) to 24.4 to 29.8 N∙m (18 to Maintenance 22 ft-lb). Replacing the Fuel Filter Service Interval: Every 500 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). The fuel filter is located near the engine on the front or rear side of the engine.

  • Page 45: Servicing The Fuel Tank

    Electrical System line away from components that can cause fuel line damage. Maintenance Servicing the Fuel Tank Servicing the Battery Do not attempt to drain the fuel tank. Ensure that an Authorized Service Dealer drains the fuel tank and Service Interval: Monthly services any components of the fuel system.
  • Page 46 Charging the Battery WARNING Charging the battery produces gasses that can explode. Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and flames away from battery. Important: Always keep the battery fully charged (1.265 specific gravity). This is especially important to prevent battery damage when the temperature is below 0°C (32°F).

  • Page 47: Servicing The Fuses

    Servicing the Fuses DANGER Jump-starting a weak battery that is The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires cracked or frozen, or has a low electrolyte no maintenance, however, if a fuse blows check the level or an open/shorted battery cell can component and circuit for a malfunction or short.
  • Page 48 Start the vehicle and remove the cables in the reverse order of connection (the engine block (black) connection is the first to disconnect). g012785 Figure 62 1. Positive (+) cable on 5. Booster battery discharged battery 2. Positive (+) cable on 6.

  • Page 49: Drive System Maintenance

    Drive System Maintenance Checking the Seat Belt Service Interval: Before each use or daily Inspect the seat belt for wear, cuts, and proper operation of the retractor and buckle. Replace the seat belt if it is damaged. Checking the Rollover Protection System (ROPS) Knobs Service Interval: Before each use or daily...

  • Page 50: Checking The Wheel Lug Nuts

    Adjusting the Caster-Pivot Bearing Service Interval: Every 500 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move the motion-control levers to the NEUTRAL LOCK position, and set the parking brake. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the g001055 operating position.
  • Page 51 Note: Do not remove the brake pole from the field shell/armature. The brake pole has worn to match the armature and needs to continue to match after the shim is removed to ensure the proper brake torque. g010869 Figure 69 1.

  • Page 52: Cooling System Maintenance

    Cooling System Maintenance Cleaning the Engine Screen and Engine-Oil Cooler g010872 Figure 73 Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Feeler gauge Remove any buildup of grass, dirt, or other debris from the oil cooler (Figure 75). g008804 g010873 Figure 74 1.

  • Page 53: Cleaning The Engine-Cooling Fins And Shrouds

    Cleaning the Checking and Cleaning the Engine-Cooling Fins and Hydraulic-Unit Shrouds Shrouds Service Interval: Before each use or daily Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. Service Interval: Every 100 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake.

  • Page 54: Brake Maintenance

    Brake Maintenance Adjusting the Parking Brake Service Interval: After the first 100 hours Every 500 hours thereafter Check to ensure that the brake is adjusted properly before adjusting. Note: This procedure must be followed after the first 100 hours or when a brake component has been removed or replaced.

  • Page 55: Belt Maintenance

    Belt Maintenance Inspecting the Belts Service Interval: Every 50 hours Check the belts for squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks, and cracks are signs of a worn mower belt. Replace the mower belt if any of these conditions are evident.

  • Page 56: Replacing The Hydraulic Pump-Drive Belt

    g027730 Figure 81 g009039 1. Position the belt cover 3. Ensure that the tab is Figure 82 under the metal catch 1. Idler pulley 5. Left hand hydraulic-pump 2. Slide the belt cover under pulley the side catches 2. Clutch pulley 6.

  • Page 57: Controls System Maintenance

    Controls System Maintenance Adjusting the Control-Handle Position There are 2 height positions for the control levers—high and low. Remove the bolts to adjust the height for the operator. Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control levers to the position, and set the NEUTRAL LOCK parking brake.

  • Page 58: Adjusting The Motion-Control Damper

    Remove the electrical connection from the seat the lever, allow the reverse-indicator springs to safety switch, located under the bottom cushion bring the levers back to position. NEUTRAL LOCK of the seat. Note: The wheels must stop turning or slightly Note: The switch is a part of the seat assembly.

  • Page 59: Adjusting The Motion Control Neutral-Lock Pivot

    See Figure 87 NEUTRAL LOCK adjustment options. System Loosen the jam nut. Hydraulic Fluid Type: Toro ® HYPR-OIL ™ Tighten or loosen the flanged nut to the desired hydraulic fluid or Mobil ® 1 15W-50. feel.
  • Page 60 Mobil ® 1 hydraulic fluid (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). Every 500 hours—Change the hydraulic filters and hydraulic fluid when using Toro ® HYPR-OIL ™ 500 hydraulic fluid (more often in dirty or dusty conditions).

  • Page 61: Mower Deck Maintenance

    Mower Deck Maintenance Leveling the Mower Deck Setting up the Machine Note: Ensure that the mower deck is leveled before matching the height-of-cut (HOC). Position the mower on a flat surface. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move the motion-control levers to the NEUTRAL LOCK position, and set the parking brake.
  • Page 62 g009196 Figure 92 1. 76 mm (3 inches) at 3. Measure here from the position A is correct blade tip to the hard surface 4. Measure at position A and 2. 83 mm (3-1/4 inches) at g027343 position B is correct B on both sides Figure 91 1.
  • Page 63 Note: To adjust the single point system, loosen the In most conditions, the back blade tip 2 bolts at the bottom of the height-of-cut plate should be adjusted 6.4 mm (1/4 inch) higher (Figure 94). than the front. Torque the 2 bolts to 37 to 45 N∙m (27 to 33 ft-lb). On both sides of the deck, measure from the level surface to the back tip of the blade (postion B) as shown in...

  • Page 64: Servicing The Cutting Blades

    Servicing the Cutting Checking for Bent Blades Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control Blades levers to the position, and set the NEUTRAL LOCK parking brake. To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blades sharp. For convenient sharpening and replacement, Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait you may want to keep extra blades on hand.
  • Page 65 To the blade is balanced and can be used. ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in nonconformance with safety standards.

  • Page 66: Removing The Mower Deck

    Removing the Mower Deck Before servicing or removing the mower deck, the spring-loaded deck arms must be locked out. WARNING Deck-lift-arm assemblies have stored energy. Removing the deck without releasing the stored energy can cause serious injury or death. Do not attempt to disassemble the deck from the front frame without locking out the stored energy.

  • Page 67: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    Raise the deck struts and secure them in the Install the bolt and the nut. up position. Place one J-hook end of the spring around the Slide the deck out to the right side of the grass deflector (Figure 104). machine.

  • Page 68: Cleaning

    Cleaning Storage Cleaning and Storing the Cleaning under the Mower Machine Service Interval: Before each use or daily Disengage the power-take off (blade-control Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move switch (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the motion-control levers to the NEUTRAL LOCK the ignition key to the O...
  • Page 69 Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh fuel and used at all times. Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). Shut off the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel tank; refer to Servicing the Fuel Tank (page 45).

  • Page 70: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The starter does not crank. 1. The blade-control switch (PTO) is 1. Move the blade-control switch (PTO) engaged. to the disengaged position. 2. The parking brake is not on. 2. Set the parking brake. 3.
  • Page 71 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The machine does not drive. 1. The bypass valves are not closed tight. 1. Tighten the bypass valves. 2. The pump belt is worn, loose, or 2. Change the belt. broken. 3. The pump belt is off a pulley. 3.

  • Page 72: Schematics

    Schematics g020788 Wire Diagram (Rev. A)
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  • Page 76 Customers who have purchased Toro products outside the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. 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.

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