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- Page 1 Form No. 3326–671 Z149 Z–Master with 52 SFS Side Discharge Mower Model No. 74179—210000001 & Up Operator’s Manual Domestic English (EN)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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Page 3: Introduction
All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied with your new product, so feel free to contact your local Two other words are also used to highlight information. - Page 4 Training Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be sure to travel in the recommended direction on hillsides. Turf Read the Operator’s Manual and other training conditions can affect the machine’s stability. Use material. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) can not read caution while operating near drop–offs.
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Page 5: Toro Mower Safety
The following list contains safety information specific to Toro products or other safety information that you must know that is not included in the ANSI If a steep slope must be ascended, back up the hill, and standards. - Page 6 When operating machine on slopes, banks or near drop offs, always have ROPS (roll over protection) installed. When operating a machine with ROPS (roll over protection) always use seat belt. Be certain that the seat belt can be released quickly if the machine is driven or rolls into ponds or water.
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Page 7: Slope Chart
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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. Top of Console Under Seat (Part No. 103–0315) On Control Panel (Part No. - Page 10 On Top Left Side of Frame Under Footrest (Part No. 1–633818) (Part No. 99-3924) On Tilt Switch (Part No. 1–643401) On Top of Hydraulic Reservoir (Part No. 1–523552) On Frame Under Seat (Part No. 1–603845) On Frame Near Muffler (Part No. 65-2690)
- Page 11 Under Belt Cover (3) (Part No. 98-5954) 99–3943...
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Page 12: Gasoline And Oil
Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Warning Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious available. -
Page 13: Assembly
Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro Install Drive Wheels 1. Uncrate mower. 2. Remove wheel bolts or nuts from rear wheel hubs. 3. Align holes. Mount drive wheels with the valve stem to the outside of the traction unit. -
Page 14: Install Motion Control Levers
2. Remove retaining rod from seat and insert the “L” shaped end of the rod into the hole directly above the left-side hydraulic pump (Fig. 3). 3. Place the seat retaining rod to the outside of the mounting tab of the seat frame and secure with 5/16-18 x 1 (26 mm) bolt and 5/16 (8mm) locknut (Fig. -
Page 15: Install Battery
Danger Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a deadly poison and causes severe burns. Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wear safety glasses to shield your eyes and robber gloves to protect your hands. Fill the battery where clean water is always available for flushing the skin. -
Page 16: Hydraulic System
4. Secure cables with (2) 1/4 x 3/4 (19 mm) bolts 1/4 4. If there is no fluid, add fluid to reservoir washers and 1/4 locknuts (Fig. 8). approximately a 1/4 (6mm) below the top of baffle. 5. Slide the red terminal boot onto the positive (red) 5. -
Page 17: Check The Leveling Of Mower Deck
Grease with No. 2 general purpose lithium base or Operation molybdenum base grease. 1. Grease the fittings on the three spindle bearings. Grease until it comes out lower seals (Fig. 10). Think Safety First Please carefully read all the safety instructions on pages 3–NO TAG. -
Page 18: Parking Brake
Parking Brake 5. Move the throttle control to the “FAST” position before starting a cold engine (Fig. 5). Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine 6. Turn ignition key to “START” to energize starter. or leave it unattended. When engine starts, release key (Fig. -
Page 19: Operating The Power Take Off (Pto)
The Safety Interlock System 3. Turn the ignition key to “OFF” (Fig. 6). Note: If the engine has been working hard or is hot, let it idle for a minute before turning the ignition key “OFF.” Caution This helps cool the engine before it is stopped. In an emergency, the engine may be stopped by turning the ignition key to “OFF.”... -
Page 20: Driving Forward Or Backward
4. Sitting on the seat, “ENGAGE” parking brake, PTO “OFF” and lock the motion control levers in neutral. Now start the engine. While the engine is running, center the motion controls and move (forward or reverse); the engine should stop. 5. -
Page 21: Instruments
Instruments 1. Raise the height-of-cut lever to the transport position (also the 4-1/2 (114 mm) cutting height position) (Fig. 11). Hour Meter 2. To adjust, remove hairpin cotter and clevis pin from The hour meter records the number of hours the engine height-of-cut bracket (Fig. -
Page 22: Positioning The Seat
4. Reinstall the stud nut and washer (Fig. 12). 5. Repeat adjustment on other gage wheels. m–4124 Figure 13 1. Center rollers and spacer 3. Bolt m–4167 2. Nut Figure 12 1. Gage wheel 4. Nut 2. Stud 5. Wheel nut and washer. Positioning the Seat Do not remove. -
Page 23: Side Discharge
To Push the Machine Danger 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or 2. Rotate the by-pass valves counterclockwise 1 turn to complete grass catcher assembly mounted in push. -
Page 24: Tips For Mowing Grass
Cutting a Lawn for the First Time the tractor frame extends back between the rear wheels and serves as a stop for tipping backward. Having a full Cut grass slightly longer than normal to ensure the cutting width ramp provides a surface for the frame members to height of the mower does not scalp any uneven ground. - Page 25 Check the cutter blades daily for sharpness, and for any wear or damage. 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.
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Page 26: Maintenance
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Check hydraulic fluid level After First Use Change engine oil Change hydraulic filter Check oil level Check safety system Each Use Clean cooling systems Clean mower housing Check cutting blades Every 5 Hours Grease blade spindle bearings Check hydraulic fluid level Grease chassis... -
Page 27: 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 28 Figure 20 performance and continued safety conformance of the 1. Sharpen at original angle machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards. 2. Check the balance of the blade by putting it on a blade balancer (Fig.
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Page 29: Cleaning The Cooling System
blade is not balanced, file some metal off the end of the sail area only (Fig. 19). Repeat this procedure until the blade is balanced. m–1855 Figure 21 1. Blade 2. Balancer Installing the Blades 1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Fig. 19). Important The curved part of the blade must be pointing upward toward the inside of the mower to ensure... -
Page 30: Engine Oil
A. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to remove dust and dirt (Fig. 25). B. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and damage to the rubber seal. Important Never clean the paper element with pressurized air or liquids, such as solvent, gas, or kerosene. - Page 31 Changing/Draining Oil Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SG or SH) Crankcase Capacity: 1.6 qt. (1.5 l) (When oil filter is not 1. Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This warms removed) the oil so it drains better. Viscosity: See table below 2.
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Page 32: Spark Plug
Change Oil Filter 2. Pull the wire(s) off the spark plug(s) (Fig. 29). Now clean around the spark plug(s) to prevent dirt from Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other oil falling into the engine and potentially causing damage. change. -
Page 33: Fuel Filter
0.030 in. (.75 mm) m–3215 Figure 30 Figure 31 1. Center electrode insulator 3. Air gap (not to scale) 2. Side electrode 1. Filter 2. Hose clamp Installing the Spark Plug Fuel Tank 1. Install the spark plug(s). Make sure the air gap is set Draining The Fuel Tank correctly. -
Page 34: Servicing The Spark Arrester
Where to Add Grease 6. Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter. Slide the hose clamp close to the fuel filter to secure the fuel line Lubricate the grease fittings as shown on the CHECK (Fig. 32). SERVICE REFERENCE AID decal (Fig. 33). Figure 32 1. -
Page 35: Hydraulic System
1. Stop the engine, set the parking brake, remove the key 5. Run the machine 15 minutes to allow any air to purge and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the spark out of the system and warm fluid. plug(s). 6. - Page 36 8. Clean up any spilled fluid. Important Do not substitute automotive oil filter or severe hydraulic system damage may result. 9. Start engine and let run for about two minutes to purge air from the system. Stop the engine and check for 2.
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Page 37: Tire Pressure
Tire Pressure Wheel Hub Slotted Nut Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as Check after every 500 operating hours. specified. Uneven tire pressure can cause uneven cut. The slotted nut needs to be torqued to 125 ft-lbs Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 50 (169.5 N m). -
Page 38: Adjusting Push Arms
5. Place two 1-1/4 (35 mm) thick blocks under rear left and right lower edge of mower. Place one 1-3/8 (44 mm) block under front center lower edge of mower. Not under anti-scalp roller brackets. Lower mower to the 1-1/2 (38 mm) height-of-cut position (Fig. -
Page 39: Throttle Lever Adjustment
Note: Increase tension by lengthening the push arms and 3. Lift the front of unit and support unit using jack decrease tension by shortening push arms. stands. Danger Mechanical or hydraulic jacks may fail to support machine and cause a serious injury. Use jack stand when supporting machine. -
Page 40: Replacing The Pump Drive Belt
Note: Dot not remove spring from eye bolt. 2. Remove bolt from clutch strap and unplug clutch electrical wire (Fig. 47). 5. Verify length of push arms; refer to Adjusting Push Arms, page 38. 3. Pull spring loaded idler to side. Remove traction belt from the engine and hydro pump pulleys (Fig. - Page 41 Figure 48 1. Right-hand motion control 2. Neutral lockout position lever (shown) 4. If adjustment is needed, loosen the nut against the yoke (Fig. 49). 5. Apply slight rearward pressure on the motion control lever, turn the head of the adjustment bolt in the appropriate direction until lever is centered in neutral m–4118 lock position (keeping rearward pressure on the lever...
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Page 42: Adjusting Parking Brake
Adjusting Parking Brake Warning Check parking brake for proper adjustment. Engine must be running so motion control 1. Disengage brake lever (lever down). adjustment can be performed. Contact with 2. Measure the length of the spring. Measurement should moving parts or hot surfaces may cause personal be 2.75 (74 mm) between washers (Fig. -
Page 43: Battery
2. To replace fuses pull out on the fuse to remove it (Fig. 51). 1262 Figure 52 1. Filler caps 3. Plates 2. Lower part of tube m–3653 Adding Water to the Battery Figure 51 The best time to add distilled water to the battery is just before you operate the machine. -
Page 44: Waste Disposal
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 45 Figure 53 1. Bolt 6. Grass Deflector 2. Spacer 7. Place behind deck edge before installing bolt 3. Locknut 8. Hook end of spring 4. Spring 5. Spring installed...
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Page 46: Wiring Diagram
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Page 47: Cleaning And Storage
Cleaning and Storage G. Run engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking H. Stop engine, allow to cool and drain the fuel tank; brake and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the refer to Fuel Tank, page 33. -
Page 48: 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 49 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.
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Page 52: 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.