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Toro 74259 Operator's Manual

Toro 74259 Operator's Manual

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Z288E
Z–Master with 72 SFS Side Discharge Mower
Model No. 74259—Serial No. 230000001 & Up
Operator's Manual
Pour obtenir gratuitement une version en français de ce manuel, écrivez à l'adresse
ci-dessous. N'oubliez pas d'indiquer les numéros de modèle et de série de votre produit.
The Toro Company, Attn: Parts Dept., 8111 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55420–1196
Form No. 3329–602
English (EN)

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  • Page 1 Pour obtenir gratuitement une version en français de ce manuel, écrivez à l’adresse ci-dessous. N’oubliez pas d’indiquer les numéros de modèle et de série de votre produit. The Toro Company, Attn: Parts Dept., 8111 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55420–1196 English (EN)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ....Setting the Hydraulic Pump Neutral ..2003 by The Toro Company 8111 Lyndale Avenue South All Rights Reserved...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Authorized Service Institute, in effect at time of production. Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates Note: The addition of attachments made by other...

  • Page 4: Safe Operating Practices

    Safe Operating Practices Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is engaged before starting engine. Start the engine only from the operator’s position. The following instructions are from ANSI standard B71.4—1999. Never raise deck with the blades running. Never operate without the PTO shield, or other guards Training securely in place.
  • Page 5 Use extreme care with grass catchers or other Use only Toro-approved attachments. Warranty may attachments. These can change the stability of the be voided if used with unapproved attachments. machine and cause loss of control.

  • Page 7: Slope Chart

    Slope Chart...

  • Page 9: Safety And Instruction Decals

    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. 103-2750 1-633345 1-643339 1-633706 1-523552 1-633462 1-643401...
  • Page 10 98-5954 1-633818 43-8480 93-1122 1-633766 98-3798 66-1340 98-4387 67-5360 1. Warning—wear hearing protection.
  • Page 11 103-0368 93-7818 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for instructions on torquing the blade bolt/nut to 115–149 N m (85–110 ft.-lb.). 104-4163 1. Explosion hazard 4. Wear eye protection 2. No fire, open flames, or 5. Read the Operator’s Manual. smoking. 3.
  • Page 12 104-4164 1. Contains lead; do not 3. Wear eye protection; 5. Sulfuric acid can cause 7. Maximum fill line discard. explosive gases can cause blindness or severe burns. 8. Minimum fill line blindness and other injuries 2. Recycle 6. Flush eyes immediately with 9.
  • Page 13 106-6571...

  • Page 14: Gasoline And Oil

    Gasoline and Oil Warning Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Recommended Gasoline Long–term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness. Use Unleaded Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded regular gasoline Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. may be used if unleaded regular is not available.

  • Page 15: Setup

    Setup Loose Parts Note: Use the chart below to verify all parts have been shipped. Step Description Qty. Rear Wheels Installing the wheels to traction unit No parts needed Checking the Tire Pressure Control lever–right Control lever–left Installing the motion control levers Bolt 3/8 x 1 inch Spring washer 3/8 inch No parts needed...

  • Page 16: Installing The Drive Wheels

    Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Read before operating machine Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro Parts needed for this step: No parts needed for this step. 2 Rear Wheels Checking the Tire Pressure Installing the Drive Wheels Check the air pressure in the front and rear tires (Fig.

  • Page 17: Installing The Motion Control Levers

    4. Align the front\rear position of the levers, with each other, in the neutral position. Loosen the hardware and adjust by sliding/tilting the lever(s) forward or backward until they are properly aligned (Fig. 3). 5. If the ends of the levers hit against each other, while in the drive position (Fig 4) (levers rotated in as far as possible) make adjustments by moving the levers outward to the neutral lock position and carefully bend...

  • Page 18: Installing The Seat

    Parts needed for this step: No parts needed for this step. 1 Suspension Seat Activating the Battery 4 Nuts Bulk electrolyte with 1.265 specific gravity must be purchased from a local battery supply outlet. Installing the Seat 1. Remove seat from crate. Danger 2.

  • Page 19: Installing The Air Cleaner

    Parts needed for this step: m–5004 1 Air Filter Figure 6 1 Hose Clamp 1. Filler caps 3. Lower line 2. Upper line Installing the Air Cleaner 4. Slowly pour electrolyte into each battery cell until the 1. Remove air cleaner from crate. Keep air cleaner and level is up to the upper line (Fig.

  • Page 20: Checking The Hydraulic Fluid

    No parts needed for this step. No parts needed for this step. Checking the Hydraulic Fluid Checking the Side Discharge Chute Check the hydraulic fluid level before the engine is first started. Remove plastic tie holding side discharge chute up and lower into place.

  • Page 21: Operation

    Operation The use of protective equipment for eyes, ears, feet and head is recommended. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine Caution from the normal operating position. This machine produces sound levels in excess of Think Safety First 85dBA at the operator’s ear and can cause hearing loss through extended periods of Please read all safety instructions and symbols in the...

  • Page 22: Operating The Parking Brake

    Once the MIL illuminates, initial trouble shooting checks should be made. Refer to Troubleshooting on page 58 under the MIL section. If these checks do not correct the problem, further diagnosis and servicing by an Authorized Service Dealer is necessary. Switching the Fuel Tanks The unit has two fuel tanks.

  • Page 23: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    Releasing the Parking Brake 4. Move the throttle control midway between the slow and fast positions (Fig. 16). 1. Push forward and down on the parking brake lever to release the parking brake (Fig. 14). The parking brake is disengaged and the lever rests against the brake stop.

  • Page 24: Operating The Power Take Off (Pto)

    The Safety Interlock System Important Make sure that the fuel shut off valve is closed before transporting or storing the machine, as fuel leakage may occur. Set the parking brake before Caution transporting. Make sure to remove the key as the fuel pump may run and cause the battery to lose charge.

  • Page 25: Driving Forward Or Backward

    the engine is running, center either motion control and move (forward or reverse); the engine should stop. Repeat for other motion control. 5. Sitting on the seat, disengage the parking brake, move the PTO switch to off and move the motion control levers to neutral lock position.

  • Page 26: Using The Lift Assist Lever

    Note: Press on lift assist pedal when raising deck. This will help in lifting the deck (Fig. 22). 1. Press your foot on the lift assist pedal while raising the height-of-cut lever to the transport position (also the 5 in. (127 mm) cutting height position) (Fig. 20). 2.

  • Page 27: Positioning The Seat

    Positioning the Seat 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. 24). Setting the Seat Position Important Do not rotate by-pass valves more than 1 The seat can move forward and backward.

  • Page 28: Using The Side Discharge

    Using the Side Discharge Warning The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf. Driving on street or roadway without turn signals, lights, reflective markings, or a slow moving Danger vehicle emblem is dangerous and can lead to accidents causing personal injury.

  • Page 29: Using The Z Stand

    Using the Z Stand Warning The Z Stand is used for raising the front end of the machine. This allows for cleaning of the deck and Loading a unit onto a trailer or truck increases removal of the blades. the possibility of backward tip–over and could cause serious injury or death.
  • Page 30 m–5600 Figure 27 m–5601 1. Z Stand (Positioned in 2. Crack in side walk or turf Figure 28 slot) 3. Latch resting on pivot tab 1. Z Stand 3. Locked position 2. Latch 4. Unlocked position 3. Raise latch. Swing stand foot out front and slide stand toward machine, into the bottom of slot (Fig.

  • Page 31: Tips For Mowing Grass

    This also helps disperse clippings which enhances blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a decomposition and fertilization. genuine TORO replacement blade. Mow at Correct Intervals Normally, mow every four days. But remember, grass grows at different rates at different times. So to maintain the same cutting height, which is a good practice, mow more often in early spring.

  • Page 32: Maintenance

    Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Change engine oil After First Use Check hydraulic fluid level Change hydraulic filter Check engine oil level Check safety system Each Use Air cleaner filter minder Clean cooling systems Clean mower housing Check cutting blades Every 5 Hours Grease blade spindle bearings...

  • Page 33: Servicing The Cutting Blades

    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.
  • Page 34 To ensure optimum m–1855 performance and continued safety conformance of the Figure 33 machine, use genuine TORO replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may 1. Blade 2. Balancer result in non-conformance with safety standards.

  • Page 35: Servicing The Air Cleaner

    M–4226 Figure 34 M–4824 1. Sail area of blade 4. Blade bolt Figure 35 2. Blade 5. Cone toward bolt head 1. Filter minder 2. Button (push to reset) 3. Spring disk Removing the Air Cleaner Servicing the Air Cleaner 1.

  • Page 36: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SG, SH, SJ or higher) Important Never attempt to clean the safety filter. If the safety filter is dirty, then the primary filter is damaged Crankcase Capacity: w/filter, 67 oz. (2.0 l) and you should replace both filters. Viscosity: See table below Cleaning the Primary Filter USE THESE SAE VISCOSITY OILS...

  • Page 37: Servicing The Spark Plug

    2. Remove the old filter and wipe the filter adapter Important Do not overfill the crankcase with oil (Fig. 39) gasket surface. because the engine may be damaged. Do not run engine with oil below the low mark because the engine may be 3.

  • Page 38: Servicing The Electronic Fuel Injection System

    Installing the Spark Plug 1. Install the spark plug(s). Make sure the air gap is set correctly. 2. Tighten the spark plug(s) to 20 ft-lb (27 N.m). 3. Push the wire(s) onto the spark plug(s) (Fig. 40). Servicing the Electronic Fuel Injection System m–4811 This machine contains an electronic fuel injection system.

  • Page 39: Servicing The Fuel Tank

    Warning Fuel system components are under high pressure. Use of improper components can result in system failure, gasoline leakage and possible explosion. Ensure that an Authorized Service Dealer replace the fuel filter and any components for the fuel system. Use only approved fuel lines, hose clamps and fuel filters for high pressure systems.

  • Page 40: Greasing And Lubrication

    Cleaning the Engine Fins 3. Pump grease into zerk until it oozes out around top bearing. Every 100 hours clean the engine cylinder and cylinder 4. Remove grease zerk in hole. Reinstall hex plug and head cooling fins. Also clean around carburetor, governor dust cap.

  • Page 41: Checking The Tire Pressure

    Adjusting the Wheel Hub 1. Stop the engine, set the parking brake, remove the key and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the spark Slotted Nut plug(s). 2. Grease the fittings on the three spindle bearings until Check after every 500 operating hours. grease comes out lower seals (Fig.

  • Page 42: Servicing The Hydraulic System

    3. Tighten until spring washers are flat and then back off 4. If there is no fluid, add fluid to the reservoir until it a 1/4 turn to properly set the pre–load on the bearings reaches the cold level of the baffle. (Fig.
  • Page 43 After every 200 operating hours. 10. Start engine and let run for about two minutes at low idle. This will purge air from the system. Stop the 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the engine and check for leaks. If one or both wheels will ignition key to off.

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Handle Neutral

    Adjusting the Handle Neutral If motion control levers do not align, or move easily into the console notch, adjustment is required. Adjust each lever, spring and rod separately. Note: Motion control levers must be installed correctly. See Installing the Motion Control Levers, page 17. 1.

  • Page 45: Adjusting The Tracking

    2. Disconnect electrical connector from the seat safety 2. Start the engine, open throttle 1/2 way and release switch. Temporarily install a jumper wire across parking brake. Refer to Starting and Stopping the terminals in the wiring harness connector. Engine, page 23. 3.

  • Page 46: Replacing The Pump Drive Belt

    Adjusting the Parking Brake 4. To make the machine go right, turn the knob towards the right side of the machine. Refer to figure 56. Check parking brake for proper adjustment. 5. To make the machine go left, turn the knob towards the left side of the machine.

  • Page 47: Servicing The Battery

    Servicing the Battery Warning CALIFORNIA m–3653 Figure 59 Proposition 65 Warning 1. Main—30 amp Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer Fuse: Fuel Pump 10 amp, blade-type (Fig. 60) and reproductive harm.
  • Page 48 Installing the Battery Removing the Battery 1. Position battery in tray with terminal posts toward the Warning engine (Fig. 62). Battery terminals or metal tools could short against metal machine components causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury.

  • Page 49: Adjusting The Mower Level

    1. Remove the battery from the machine. 2. Clean the top of the battery with a paper towel. Note: Never fill the battery with distilled water while the battery installed in the machine. Electrolyte could be spilled on other parts and cause corrosion. 3.

  • Page 50: Cleaning Under The Deck

    10. Recheck that blocks just fit just under the mower and that tension on all four chains is approximately equal. Tighten chain attachment bolts securely. 11. Measure height of cut. This can be checked with the same procedure as Checking for Bent Blades on page 33.

  • Page 51: Replacing The Deck Belt

    Replacing the Deck Belt Squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks and cracks are signs of a worn deck belt. Replace the deck belt if any of these conditions are evident. 1.

  • Page 52: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    7. Install clutch retaining strap and plug clutch terminal 12. To adjust push arms, loosen jam nut and rotate ball into main wire harness (Fig. 67). joint counterclockwise, one turn at a time. Adjust each side the same amount (Fig. 71). 8.

  • Page 53: Waste Disposal

    Management and disposal practices must be within relevant federal, state or local laws. Return the switch to your Toro dealer if it is faulty and is being replaced or if the unit containing the switch is no longer operating and is being scrapped. If the switch is damaged or broken open use extreme caution in handling.

  • Page 54: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram...

  • Page 55: Cleaning And Storage

    Cleaning and Storage A. Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in the tank. Follow mixing instructions from stabilizer manufacture. Do not use an alcohol 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking based stabilizer (ethanol or methanol). brake and turn the ignition key to off.

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    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.
  • Page 57 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action Machine does not drive. 1. Traction belt is worn, loose or 1. Contact Authorized Service broken. Dealer. 2. Traction belt is off pulley. 2. Contact Authorized Service Dealer. 3. Hydro fluid level low. 3. Add hydro fluid to reservoir. Abnormal vibration.
  • Page 58 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) 1. Old gas in gas tank or fuel shut 1. Use new gas and ensure shut comes on. off valve not open completely. off valve is open. 2. Fuel tank vent cap is blocked. 2.

  • Page 60: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    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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