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Toro Z Master Professional 7000 Series Operator's Manual

Riding mower with 52in, 60in, or 72in turbo force side discharge mower
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Original Instructions (EN)
Z Master
®
Series Riding Mower
With 52in, 60in, or 72in TURBO FORCE
Side Discharge Mower
Model No. 72266—Serial No. 400000000 and Up
Model No. 72267—Serial No. 406395553 and Up
Model No. 72274—Serial No. 406427789 and Up
Form No. 3436-660 Rev A
Professional 7000
®
*3436-660* A

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  • Page 1 With 52in, 60in, or 72in TURBO FORCE ® Side Discharge Mower Model No. 72266—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Model No. 72267—Serial No. 406395553 and Up Model No. 72274—Serial No. 406427789 and Up *3436-660* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2 US Environmental additional information, contact an Authorized Service Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance, and serial numbers of your product ready.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Draining the Water Separator ......46 Replacing the Fuel Filter ........47 Servicing the Fuel Tank........47 Safety ............... 4 Electrical System Maintenance ......48 Safety Alert Symbol ..........4 Electrical System Safety ........48 General Safety ........... 4 Servicing the Battery.........

  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet This machine has been designed in accordance with and of throwing objects. Toro designed and tested ANSI standard B71.4-2017. this lawn mower to offer reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply with safety instructions may result in injury or death.

  • Page 5: Slope Indicator

    Slope Indicator g011841 Figure 3 You may copy this page for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can 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 6: 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 missing. decal98-4387 98-4387 1. Warning—wear hearing protection. decalbatterysymbols Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery.
  • Page 7 decal107-1861 107-1861 decal107-3069 107-3069 1. Warning–there is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down. 2. To avoid injury or death from a rollover accident, keep the roll bar in the raised and locked position and wear the seat belt.
  • Page 8 decal107-3963 107-3963 1. Cutting/dismemberment 2. Cutting/dismemberment 3. Thrown object 4. Before starting the engine, hazard, mower blade—do hazard of hand or foot, hazard—keep bystanders clean grass and debris from away; keep the deflector in not carry passengers and mower blade—remove the mower belt and pulleys, keep bystanders away.
  • Page 9 decal107-3968 107-3968 1. Disengage 3. Parking brake 2. Engage decal140-4359 140-4359 1. Read the Operator’s 2. Belt routing Manual. decal107-7719 107-7719 1. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, fan and entanglement hazard, belt—stay away from moving parts. 2. Before starting the engine, clean grass and debris from the mower belt and pulleys, insert the key, and start the engine.
  • Page 10 decal110-0820 110-0820 1. Fast 5. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2. Slow 6. Poison and caustic liquid/chemical burn hazard—keep children away from the battery. 3. Neutral 7. Explosion hazard—no fire, open flames, or smoking; avoid sparks. 4. Reverse 8. To unlock the traction drive, turn the bypass valve 1 complete revolution counterclockwise using a 5/8 inch or 16 mm wrench.
  • Page 11 decal115-4212 115-4212 decal117-3848 117-3848 1. Hydraulic fluid level 3. Warning—do not touch the hot surface. 1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders away. 2. Read the Operator's 2. Thrown object hazard, raised deflector—do not operate Manual. without the deflector, discharge cover, or grass collection system in place.
  • Page 12 decal127-0326 127-0326 1. Read the Operator's 3. Remove the key and read the Operator's Manual. decal121-7562 121-7562 Manual before performing maintenance. 1. Push to start 4. Variable speed control 2. Height of cut 2. Read the Operator’s 5. Fast Manual for more information on preheating the engine.
  • Page 13 decal140-4362 140-4362 1. Read the Operator’s 10. Every 25 hours—change Manual before performing the engine coolant maintenance. 2. Remove the key. 11. Every 200 hours—grease 3. Hydraulic fluid—Mobil 1 12. Every 25 hours—grease 15W-50 4. Engine oil—SAE 10W-30 13. Every 40 hours—grease 5.
  • Page 14 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 the conditions on that day and at that site.

  • Page 15: Product Overview

    Controls Product Overview Become familiar with all the controls before you start the engine and operate the machine. Control Panel g208514 Figure 4 g010363 Figure 5 1. Height of cut deck-lift 7. Fuel cap pedal 1. Hour meter 6. Glow-plug light 2.
  • Page 16 Contact operating level (Figure your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all Glow-Plug Light approved attachments and accessories. The glow-plug indicator light turns on when the...

  • Page 17: Before Operation

    Only use accessories and trailer. attachments approved by Toro. • • Do Not fill the fuel tank completely full. Inspect the area where the equipment is to be...

  • Page 18: Adding Fuel

    • Keep engine and engine area free from DANGER accumulation of grass, leaves, excessive grease In certain conditions during fueling, static or oil, and other debris which can accumulate in electricity can be released causing a spark these areas. which can ignite fuel vapors. A fire or •...

  • Page 19: Performing Daily Maintenance

    • Fuel filter plugging may be expected for a time The machine has 2 fuel tanks: 1 tank is on the left after converting to biodiesel blends. side and 1 is on the right side. Each tank connects to the fuel-selector valve. From there, a common fuel •...

  • Page 20: Using The Rollover-Protection System

    Using the Rollover-Protection System (ROPS) WARNING To avoid injury or death from rollover, keep the roll bar in the fully raised, locked position and use the seat belt. Ensure that the seat is secured to the machine. g004954 Figure 9 1.

  • Page 21: Using The Safety-Interlock System

    Using the Safety-Interlock Test the safety-interlock system before you use the machine each time. If the safety system does not System operate as described below, have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately. Sit on the seat, engage the parking brake, and WARNING move the blade-control switch (PTO) to the O If the safety-interlock switches are...

  • Page 22: Unlatching The Seat

    Unlatching the Seat During Operation Move the seat to the most rearward position. During Operation Safety Note: This prevents interference when you raise the seat. General Safety Push the seat latch rearward to unlatch the seat. The operator must use their full attention when Raise the seat up (Figure 13).
  • Page 23 • Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake – Whenever you leave the mower. Do Not leave is engaged before starting engine. Use seat belts a running machine unattended. with the roll bar in the raised and locked position. •...
  • Page 24 • Any accessories, alterations, or attachments drive wheels may result in sliding and a loss of added to the ROPS must be approved by Toro. braking and steering. The machine can slide even if the drive wheels are stopped. •...

  • Page 25: Operating The Parking Brake

    Operating the Parking Engaging the Blade-Control Switch (PTO) Brake Note: Engaging the blade-control switch (PTO) with Always engage the parking brake when you stop the the throttle position at half or less causes excessive machine or leave it unattended. wear to the drive belts. Engaging the Parking Brake Park the machine on a level surface.

  • Page 26: Starting The Engine In Normal Weather

    Starting the Engine in Starting the Engine Normal Weather in Cold Weather (Below 23°F or -5°C) Important: Use starting cycles of no more than 30 seconds per minute to avoid overheating the Use the correct engine oil for the starting temperature; starter motor.

  • Page 27: Shutting Off The Engine

    Shutting Off the Engine Using the Motion-Control Levers CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while it is unattended. Always remove the key and engage the parking brake when leaving the machine unattended.
  • Page 28 WARNING The machine can spin very rapidly. You may lose control of the machine and cause personal injury or damage to the machine. • Use caution when making turns. • Slow the machine down before making sharp turns. Driving Forward Note: The engine shuts off when you move the traction-control with the parking brake engaged.

  • Page 29: Using The Side Discharge

    Using the Side Discharge Adjusting the Height of Cut The mower has a hinged grass deflector that Adjust the height of cut from 38 to 127 mm (1-1/2 to 5 disperses clippings to the side and down toward the inches) in 6 mm (1/4 inch) increments by moving the turf.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Anti-Scalp Rollers

    Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers Whenever you change the height-of-cut, adjust the height of the anti-scalp rollers. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch, and engage the parking brake. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.

  • Page 31: Positioning The Flow Baffle

    Positioning the Flow Baffle The following figures are only recommendations for use. Adjustments vary by grass type, moisture content, and the height of the grass. Note: If the engine power draws down and the mower ground speed is the same, open up the baffle. Position A This is the fully-rear position.

  • Page 32: Operating With The Overheat Sensor

    Cutting more than that is not recommended unless damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a grass is sparse, or it is late fall when grass grows genuine Toro replacement blade. more slowly. Alternating the Mowing Direction Alternate the mowing direction to keep the grass standing straight.

  • Page 33: After Operation

    Pushing the Machine by After Operation Hand After Operation Safety Important: Always push the machine by hand. Never tow the machine because hydraulic damage may occur. General Safety • Park machine on level ground, disengage drives, Pushing the Machine set parking brake, stop engine, and remove key.

  • Page 34: Transporting The Machine

    Changing to Machine Operation Transporting the Machine Rotate the bypass valves clockwise 1 turn to operate Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine (Figure 35). machine. Use a full-width ramp. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all the necessary brakes, lighting, and Note: Do not over-tighten the bypass valves.
  • Page 35 If using a trailer, connect it to the towing vehicle and connect the safety chains. If applicable, connect the trailer brakes and lights. Lower the ramp, ensuring that the angle between the ramp and the ground does not exceed 15 degrees (Figure 36).

  • Page 36: Maintenance

    The mechanical or hydraulic jacks may not failure to use original Toro parts could lead be enough support or may malfunction to serious injury or death. Unauthorized allowing the machine to fall, which could changes to the machine, engine, fuel or cause injury.

  • Page 37: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)

    • Carefully release pressure from components with WARNING stored energy. Contact with moving parts or hot surfaces • Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. may cause personal injury. If possible, Do Not make adjustments with the engine running. If the maintenance or adjustment Keep your fingers, hands, and clothing procedure require the engine to be running and clear of rotating components and hot...

  • Page 38: Lubrication

    • Check the wheel hub castle nut. • Adjust the caster-pivot bearing. Every 500 hours • Adjust the electric clutch. • Change the hydraulic filter and hydraulic fluid when using Toro® HYPR-OIL™ 500 hydraulic fluid. • Check the battery charge. Monthly •...

  • Page 39: Greasing The Mower Deck And Belt Idlers

    Greasing the Mower Deck and Belt Idlers Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease the mower deck and spindles. Grease Type: No. 2 lithium or molybdenum grease Important: Make sure that the mower-deck spindles are full of grease weekly. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch, and engage the parking brake.

  • Page 40: Greasing The Caster-Wheel Hubs

    Greasing the Caster-Wheel With the open end of the wheel facing up, fill the area inside the wheel around the axle full of Hubs general-purpose grease. Insert the second bearing and new seal into the Service Interval: Yearly wheel. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Apply a thread-locking compound to the second the blade-control switch, and engage the parking spacer nut, and thread it onto the axle with the...

  • Page 41: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance Engine Safety • Shut off the engine before checking the oil or adding oil to the crankcase. • Keep your hands, feet, face, clothing, and other body parts away the muffler and other hot surfaces. Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval: Every 250 hours (more often in dirty or dusty conditions).

  • Page 42: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Servicing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the engine-oil level. After the first 50 hours—Replace the engine oil. Every 100 hours—Replace the engine oil. After the first 50 hours—Change the engine-oil filter. Every 200 hours—Change the engine-oil filter. Engine-Oil Specifications Oil Type: High-quality detergent oil classified API Service CJ-4 or higher for diesel engines.
  • Page 43 Checking the Engine-Oil Level (Figure 40). If you add oil too fast or block the hole, the oil could back up and foul the Note: Check the oil when the engine is cold. air intakes, causing engine damage. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the parking brake.
  • Page 44 Draining the Engine Oil Changing the Engine-Oil Filter Start the engine and let it run for 5 minutes. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Draining the Engine Oil (page 44). Note: This warms the oil so it drains better. Change the engine-oil filter (Figure 49).
  • Page 45 Changing the Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil Tilt the seat forward and remove the front engine Service Interval: After the first 50 hours panel (Figure 51). Every 100 hours Start the engine and let it run for 5 minutes. Note: This warms the oil so it drains better.

  • Page 46: Fuel System Maintenance

    Fuel System Maintenance DANGER In certain conditions, fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and others and can damage property. Refer to Fuel Safety (page 17) for a complete list of fuel related precautions. Draining the Water Separator g001163...

  • Page 47: Replacing The Fuel Filter

    Replacing the Fuel Filter Servicing the Fuel Tank Service Interval: Every 400 hours/Yearly (whichever Do not attempt to drain the fuel tank. Ensure that an comes first)—Replace the fuel Authorized Service Dealer drains the fuel tank and filter (more often in dirty or dusty services any components of the fuel system.

  • Page 48: Electrical System Maintenance

    Electrical System Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the Maintenance operating position. Remove the battery as shown in Figure Electrical System Safety • Disconnect the battery before repairing the machine.
  • Page 49 Charging the Battery Installing the Battery Note: Position the battery in the tray with the terminal WARNING posts opposite from the hydraulic tank (Figure 59). Charging the battery produces gasses that can explode. Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and flames away from the battery.

  • Page 50: Servicing The Fuses

    Servicing the Fuses Drive System Maintenance The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires no maintenance, however, if a fuse blows check component/circuit for malfunction or short. Checking the Seat Belt Unlatch the engine hood and raise the engine hood to gain access to fuse holder (Figure 60).

  • Page 51: Checking The Tire Pressure

    Checking the Wheel Lug Nuts Check and torque the wheel lug nuts to 122 to 129 N∙m (90 to 95 ft-lb). Torquing the Wheel Hub Castle Nut Service Interval: After the first 100 hours Every 500 hours thereafter Remove the cotter pin. Torque the castle nut to 319 N∙m (235 ft-lb).

  • Page 52: Servicing The Gearbox

    g001297 Figure 63 1. Spring washers 3. Dust cap 2. Locknut g001156 Figure 64 1. Gearbox 3. Pulley Servicing the Gearbox 2. Side plug 4. Rear plug Checking the Gearbox-Oil Level Changing the Gearbox Oil Service Interval: Every 100 hours Use SAE 75W-90 synthetic gear lube.

  • Page 53: Adjusting The Electric Clutch

    Adjusting the Electric Clutch Service Interval: Every 500 hours The clutch is adjustable to ensure proper engagement and proper braking. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch, and engage the parking brake. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.

  • Page 54: Cooling System Maintenance

    Cooling System Install the rubber clutch strap to the mower frame with the 2 previously removed bolts and Maintenance nuts (Figure 66). Pull up on the spring-loaded idler for the PTO-drive belt and install it onto the clutch Cooling System Safety pulley (Figure 65).

  • Page 55: Cleaning The Hydraulic-Fluid Cooler And Radiator Screen

    g001103 g001104 Figure 68 Figure 69 1. Antifreeze overflow bottle 2. Indicator line on side of 1. Hydraulic-fluid cooler 3. Radiator screen overflow bottle 2. Left rear tire Cleaning the Changing the Engine Hydraulic-Fluid Cooler Coolant and Radiator Screen Service Interval: Yearly Service Interval: Before each use or daily Contact an Authorized Service Dealer for changing the coolant.

  • Page 56: Brake Maintenance

    Brake Maintenance Belt Maintenance Adjusting the Parking Inspecting the Belts Brake Service Interval: Every 100 hours Replace the belt if it is worn. The signs of a worn belt Service Interval: Every 25 hours include squealing while the belt is rotating; the blades Every 200 hours slipping while cutting grass;...

  • Page 57: Adjusting The Mower Belt Tension

    g006535 Figure 73 g006479 Figure 72 1. Belt cover 3. Insert slot into the tab 2. Latch 1. Mower belt 5. Gearbox pulley 2. Mower spindle pulley 6. Idler spring 3. Spring-loaded idler pulley 7. Idler plate (for 72-inch mowers only) Adjusting the Mower Belt 4.

  • Page 58: Replacing The Pto-Drive Belt

    Replacing the PTO-Drive While holding the belt tension and spring length, tighten the idler plate bolts that secure the idler Belt plate (Figure 74). Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Check the PTO-drive belt. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch, and engage the parking brake.

  • Page 59: Replacing The Pump-Drive Belt

    Install the rubber clutch stop. Install the spring to the idler arm (Figure 76). g007177 Figure 77 1. Clutch 3. Spring 2. Pump-drive belt 4. Spring-loaded idler pulley g007176 Replacing and Tensioning Figure 76 the Alternator Belt 1. Gearbox 4. Clutch 5.
  • Page 60 Install the oil cooler shield and engine straps to the rear frame with the 4 bolts previously removed (Figure 78). Install the engine straps to the side of the machine (Figure 78). Tighten the bottom bolt and install the upper bolt holding the alternator and cover (Figure 80).

  • Page 61: Controls System Maintenance

    Controls System While applying slight rearward pressure on the motion-control lever, turn the head of the Maintenance adjustment bolt in the appropriate direction until the control lever is centered in the N EUTRAL LOCK position (Figure 82). Adjusting the Control Note: Keeping rearward pressure on the lever keeps the pin at the end of the slot and allows...

  • Page 62: Hydraulic System Maintenance

    Mobil ® 1 fluid. Service Interval: After the first 8 hours Every 500 hours—Change the hydraulic Every 25 hours filter and hydraulic fluid when using Toro ® Note: You can check the hydraulic fluid when the HYPR-OIL ™...

  • Page 63: Bleeding The Hydraulic System

    Note: If 1 or both wheels do not drive, refer to Bleeding the Hydraulic System (page 63). Check the fluid level while the fluid is warm. Note: The fluid should be between cold and hot. If required, add fluid to the hydraulic tank. Note: Do not overfill.

  • Page 64: Setting The Hydraulic Pump Neutral Position

    Setting the Hydraulic Pump Note: The wheel must stop turning or slightly creep in reverse. Neutral Position Open the throttle to FAST Note: Adjust the handle neutral first. That needs Note: Make sure that the wheel remains to be correct before you can make the following stopped or slightly creeps in reverse;...
  • Page 65 Setting the Left Hydraulic Pump WARNING Neutral Position The electrical system does not perform proper safety shut off with the jumper Loosen the locknuts at the ball joints on the wire installed. pump control rod (Figure 88). • Remove the jumper wire from the Start the engine, open the throttle 1/2 way and disengage parking brake;...

  • Page 66: Mower Deck Maintenance

    Mower Deck While wearing thickly padded gloves, or other adequate hand protection, slowly rotate the Maintenance blade into a position that allows you to measure the distance between the cutting edge and the level surface the machine is on (Figure 90).
  • Page 67 Removing the Blades Replace the blades if they hit a solid object, or if the blade is out of balance or bent. Place a wrench on the flat of the spindle shaft or hold the blade end using a rag or thickly padded glove.

  • Page 68: Leveling The Mower Deck At 3 Positions

    Note: If the blade stays in a horizontal position, the blade is balanced and can be used. Note: If the blade is not balanced, file some metal off the end of the sail area only (Figure 95). g000553 Figure 96 1.
  • Page 69 Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Mower Deck Pitch (page 70). • If a front chain is loose, raise (tighten) the front-support arm for that chain; refer to Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Mower Deck Pitch (page 70). Leveling the Mower Deck Side-to-Side Position the right blade side-to-side (Figure 99).
  • Page 70 Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Mower Adjusting the Compression Spring Deck Pitch Raise the mower deck lift lever to the transport position. Position the right blade front-to-rear (Figure 101). Check the distance between the 2 large washers, it needs to be 28.2 cm (11-1/8 inches) for 52-inch mower decks, 26.7 cm (10-1/2 inches) for 60-inch mower decks, or 29.2 cm (11-1/2 inches) for 72-inch mower decks...

  • Page 71: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    Replacing the Grass Deflector WARNING An uncovered discharge opening could allow the machine to throw objects toward you or bystanders, resulting in serious injury. Also, contact with the blade could occur. • Never operate the machine unless you install a cover plate, a mulch plate, or a grass chute and catcher.

  • Page 72: Cleaning

    Cleaning Storage Storage Safety Cleaning under the Mower • Shut off the engine, remove the key, wait for all Deck moving parts to stop, and allow the machine to cool before storing it. Service Interval: Before each use or daily •...
  • Page 73 Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system for 5 minutes. Shut off the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel tank; refer to Servicing the Fuel Tank (page 47). Note: Start the engine and run it until it shuts off.

  • Page 74: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The starter does not crank. 1. The blade-control switch is engaged. 1. Disengage the blade-control switch. 2. The parking brake is disengaged. 2. Engage the parking brake. 3. The motion-control levers are not in 3.
  • Page 75 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The machine pulls to the left or right (with 1. The tracking needs adjustment 1. Adjust the tracking. the motion-control levers fully forward). 2. The tire pressure in the drive tires is 2. Adjust the tire pressure in the drive not correct.

  • Page 76: Schematics

    Schematics g260151 119-0353 (Rev. B)
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  • Page 79 While the exposure from Toro products may be negligible or well within the “no significant risk” range, out of an abundance of caution, Toro has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover, if Toro does not provide these warnings, it could be sued by the State of California or by private parties seeking to enforce Prop 65 and subject to substantial penalties.

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