Riding mower with 52in, 60in or 72in turbo force side discharge mower (68 pages)
Summary of Contents for Toro 74947
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Z Master ® Professional 6000 Series Riding Mower with 60in or 72in TURBO FORCE ® Side Discharge Mower Model No. 74946—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Model No. 74947—Serial No. 400000000 and Up *3412-381* B Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or ICES-002 additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model It is a violation of California Public Resource Code and serial numbers of your product ready.
Safety Schematics ............. 74 This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI B71.4-2012. General Safety This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious personal injury. Using this product for purposes other than its intended use could prove dangerous to you and bystanders.
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.
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 58-6520 decal106-2655 1. Grease 106-2655 1. Warning-do not touch or approach moving belts; remove the ignition key and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance.
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decal110-2068 110-2068 1. Read the Operator's Manual. decal112-9028 112-9028 1. Warning—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards in place. decal107-3069 107-3069 1. Warning–there is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down. decal114-4466 2. To avoid injury or death from a rollover accident, keep the 114-4466 roll bar in the raised and locked position and wear the seat belt.
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decal116-5988 116-5988 1. Parking brake—engaged 2. Parking brake—disengaged decal116-8726 116-8726 decal136-5508 136-5508 1. Read the Operator’s Manual for the recommended hydraulic Machines with a 60in Deck Only fluid. 1. Belt routing decal116-1716 116-1716 1. Fuel 6. Hour meter 2. Empty 7.
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decal117-3848 117-3848 1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance away from the machine. 2. Thrown object hazard, mower-do not operate the machine without the deflector, discharge cover, or grass collection system in place. 3. Cutting/dismemberment of hand or foot—stay away from moving parts;...
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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 decal127-0326 127-0326 cause blindness and other injuries...
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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.
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 O position (Figure...
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Contact your Neutral-Lock Position Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments Use the N position with the EUTRAL LOCK and accessories.
576 kg (1269 lb) • Before mowing, always inspect the machine to ensure that the blades, blade bolts, and cutting 74947 612 kg (1349 lb) assemblies are in good working condition. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
Using containers on the ground, away from your vehicle before filling. Stabilizer/Conditioner • Remove the equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it while it is on the ground. If this is not Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to possible, then refuel from a portable container provide the following benefits: rather than a fuel-dispenser nozzle.
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. WARNING There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is in the down position.
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. •...
CAUTION This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85 dBA at the operator’s ear and can cause hearing loss through extended periods of exposure. Wear hearing protection when operating this machine. Use protective equipment for your eyes, ears, hands, feet, and head.
Changing the Seat to the N position. Try starting the EUTRAL LOCK engine; the engine should not start. Suspension Positioning the Seat The seat adjusts to provide a smooth and comfortable ride. Position the seat where you are most The seat can move forward and backward. Position comfortable.
Never carry passengers on the machine and keep the engine. bystanders and pets away from the machine during operation. • Use accessories and attachments approved by Toro only. • Operate the machine only in good visibility to avoid holes or hidden hazards. Rollover Protection System •...
Operating the Parking Operating the Mower Brake Blade-Control Switch (PTO) Always engage the parking brake when you stop the The blade-control switch (PTO) starts and stops the machine or leave it unattended. mower blades and any powered attachments. Engaging the Parking Brake Engaging the Blade-Control Switch (PTO) WARNING...
Operating the Ignition Switch Turn the ignition key to the S position TART (Figure 20). 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 g024358 between attempts.
Starting and Shutting Off Shutting Off the Engine the Engine CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they Starting the Engine move or attempt to operate the machine while it is unattended. Important: Do not engage starter for more than 5 seconds at a time.
Using the Motion-Control CAUTION Levers Machine can spin very rapidly. Operator may lose control of machine and cause personal injury or damage to machine. • Use caution when making turns. • Slow the machine down before making sharp turns. g004532 Figure 23 1.
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Driving Forward Driving Backward Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. Note: The engine stops when you move the traction-control with the parking brake engaged. To go backward, slowly pull the motion-control levers rearward (Figure 25). To stop, pull the motion-control levers to the N EUTRAL position.
Stopping the Machine Adjusting the Height of Cut To stop the machine, move the traction-control levers Using the Transport Lock to neutral, and then move them to the locked position, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and turn The transport lock has 2 positions, and is used with the ignition key to the O position.
Adjusting the Height-of-Cut Pin Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers The height-of-cut is adjusted from 25 to 140 mm (1 to 5-1/2 inches) in 6 mm (1/4 inch) increments by relocating the clevis pin into different hole locations. Whenever you change the height-of-cut, it is recommended to adjust the height of the anti-scalp Move the transport lock to the lock position.
Adjusting the Flow Baffle Positioning the Flow Baffle Cam Locks The following figures are only recommendations for use. Adjustments vary by grass type, moisture This procedure is applicable only to machines with the content, and the height of the grass. flow-baffle locks.
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Position C This is the full open position. The suggested use for this position is as follows: • Tall, dense grass mowing conditions • Wet conditions • Lowers the engine-power consumption • Allows increased ground speed in heavy conditions g005834 Figure 33...
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.
Using the After Operation Drive-Wheel-Release After Operation Safety Valves General Safety WARNING • Clean grass and debris from the cutting units, Hands may become entangled in the rotating mufflers, and engine compartment to help prevent drive components below the engine deck, fires.
Transporting the Machine Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all the necessary brakes, lighting, and marking as required by law. Please carefully read all the safety instructions. Knowing this information could help you, your family, pets, or bystanders avoid injury.
Loading the Machine Use extreme caution when loading or unloading machines onto a trailer or a truck. Use a full-width ramp that is wider than the machine for this procedure. Back up the ramp and drive forward down the ramp (Figure 37).
• Adjust the caster-pivot bearing. Every 500 hours • 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). • Replace the inner air filter.
• To ensure optimum performance and continued safety certification of the machine, use only Maintenance and Storage genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by Safety other manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use could void the product warranty.
Lubrication Grease more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Grease Type: No. 2 general-purpose lithium-based or molybdenum-based grease Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move the motion-control levers to the N EUTRAL LOCK position, and engage the parking brake. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the g017050...
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g185957 Figure 41 g009030 Figure 43 For machines with 72-inch decks only, grease Remove the dust cap and adjust the caster the 3 spindle bearings until grease comes out pivots. the lower seals (Figure 42). Note: Keep the dust cap off until greasing is complete.
Lubricating the With the open end of the wheel facing up, fill the area inside the wheel around the axle full of Caster-Wheel Hubs general-purpose grease. Insert the second bearing and new seal into the Service Interval: Yearly wheel. Shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to Apply a thread-locking adhesive to the second stop, remove the key, and engage the parking spacer nut, and thread it onto the axle with the...
Engine Maintenance WARNING Contact with hot surfaces may cause personal injury. Keep your hands, feet, face, clothing, and other body parts away the muffler and other hot surfaces. Engine Safety Shut off the engine before checking the oil or adding g001883 Figure 46 oil to the crankcase.
Installing the Filters Servicing the Engine Oil Important: To prevent engine damage, always Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service class SJ or operate the engine with both air filters and cover higher) installed. Oil Capacity: with a filter change, 2.9 L (99 oz) If installing new filters, check each filter for shipping damage.
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Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 8 hours Every 100 hours (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). Note: Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center. Start the engine and let it run for 5 minutes. g008804 Note: This warms the oil so that it drains better.
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Changing the Engine-Oil Filter Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil into the filler tube and slowly add the Service Interval: Every 200 hours (more often in dirty additional oil to bring it to the Full mark (Figure or dusty conditions). 51).
Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 200 hours—Check, clean and regap the spark plug. Ensure that the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug. Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing g009922 the spark plug(s) and a gapping tool/feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap.
Checking the Spark Install the left hydraulic-unit shroud (Figure 53). Arrester Checking the Spark Plug For Models with a Spark Arrester Important: Replace the spark plug(s) when it has: a black coating, worn electrodes, an oily film, Service Interval: Every 50 hours cracks or reuse is questionable.
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. Servicing the Electronic Fuel-Injection System g008963 Figure 57 This machine contains an electronic fuel-injection 1.
Removing the Battery Electrical System Maintenance WARNING Battery terminals or metal tools could short against metal machine components causing Electrical System Safety sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. • Disconnect the battery before repairing the machine.
Installing the Battery Note: Position the battery in the tray with the terminal posts opposite from the hydraulic tank (Figure 58). g000960 Figure 60 1. Positive battery post 3. Red (+) charger lead 2. Negative battery post 4. Black (-) charger lead g032526 Servicing the Fuses Figure 59...
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 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 WARNING...
right T-slot until the machine tracks straight (Figure 63). Tighten the stop plate (Figure 63). g001055 Figure 64 Checking the Wheel-Lug Nuts Check and torque the wheel lug nuts to 122 to 129 N∙m (90 to 95 ft-lb). Checking the Wheel-Hub Slotted Nut g027340 Service Interval: After the first 100 hours...
g001297 Figure 66 1. Spring washers 3. Dust cap g027341 2. Lock nut Figure 65 1. Slotted nut Using the Clutch Shim Adjusting the Caster-Pivot Some later model year units have been built with clutches that contain a brake shim. When the clutch Bearing brake has worn to the point where the clutch no longer engages consistently, the shim can be removed to...
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Removing the Clutch Shim Using needle-nose pliers, or by hand, hold the tab and remove the shim (Figure 70). Shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, remove the key, engage the parking brake, Note: Do not discard the shim until proper and allow the machine to cool completely before clutch function has been confirmed.
Cooling System Maintenance Servicing the Engine-Oil Cooler Service Interval: Every 150 hours g010873 Remove the top mounting screw and loosen the Figure 72 2 side screws (Figure 73). 1. Feeler gauge Remove the shroud (Figure 73). Clean the engine-oil cooler with compressed air •...
Cleaning the Engine Screen Service Interval: Before each use or daily Before each use, remove any buildup of grass, dirt, or other debris from the engine screen. This helps ensure adequate cooling, correct engine speed, and reduces the possibility of overheating and mechanical damage to the engine.
Checking and Cleaning the Brake Maintenance Hydraulic-Unit Shrouds Adjusting the Parking Service Interval: Before each use or daily Brake Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO) and engage the parking brake. Service Interval: After the first 100 hours Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait Every 500 hours thereafter for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
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, which are signs of a worn mower belt. Replace the mower belt if any of these conditions occur.
g027730 Figure 80 1. Position the belt cover 3. Ensure that the tab is under the metal catch 2. Slide the belt cover under the side catches g009038 Replacing the Hydraulic Figure 79 Pump-Drive Belt 1. Clutch pulley 5. Square hole in the idler arm for the ratchet 2.
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 blade-control switch (PTO), move the motion-control levers to the N EUTRAL LOCK position, and engage the parking brake.
Remove the electrical connection from the seat safety switch, located under the bottom cushion of the seat. Note: The switch is a part of the seat assembly. Temporarily install a jumper wire across the terminals in the connector of the main wire harness.
Adjusting the the lever, allow the reverse-indicator springs to bring the levers back to neutral. Motion-Control Note: The wheels must stop turning or slightly Neutral-Lock Pivot creep in reverse. Shut off the unit, remove the jumper wire from You can adjust the flanged nut to obtain the desired the wire harness, and plug the connector into motion-control lever resistance when moving it to the the seat switch.
Seek immediate medical attention if fluid is injected into skin. Injected fluid must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor. Servicing the Hydraulic System Hydraulic-Fluid Type: Toro ® HYPR-OIL ™ hydraulic fluid or Mobil ® 1 15W-50.
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Mobil ® 1 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).
Mower Deck Install the replacement hydraulic filter. Install the pump-drive belt and the mower belt. Maintenance Remove the jack stands and lower the machine (Figure 88). Leveling the Mower Deck Add oil to the hydraulic reservoir and check for any leaks. Clean up any spilled oil.
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g009196 Figure 91 1. 7.6 cm (3 inch) at position 3. Measure here from the A is correct blade tip to the hard surface 4. Measure at position A and 2. 8.3 cm (3-1/4 inch) at g027343 position B is correct B on both sides Figure 90 1.
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Note: Loosen or tighten the single-point adjustment bolt enough to move the height-of-cut plate mounting bolts at least 1/3 the length of the available travel in their slots. This regains some up and down adjustment on each of the 4 deck links. g009042 Figure 94 g027344...
Servicing the Cutting Blades To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blades sharp. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to keep extra blades on hand. Blade Safety g006530 Figure 95 A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece of the blade could be thrown toward you or bystanders, 1.
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LOCK position, and engage the parking brake. ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait replacement blades. Replacement blades made by for all moving parts to stop before leaving the other manufacturers may result in nonconformance operating position.
Removing the Mower Deck Note: If the blade stays in a horizontal position, the blade is balanced and can be used. Lock out the spring-loaded deck arms before servicing Note: If the blade is not balanced, file some or removing the mower deck. metal off the end of the sail area only (Figure 98).
g009197 Figure 102 g009038 1. Right stabilizer Figure 101 2. Deck strut (right side shown) 1. Clutch pulley 5. Square hole in the idler 3. Remove the shoulder bolt and nut. arm for the ratchet 4. Remove the shoulder bolt and nut. 2.
Cleaning Cleaning under the Mower Service Interval: Before each use or daily Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move the motion-control levers to the N EUTRAL 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.
Storage Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh fuel and used at all times. Cleaning and Storage Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). Disengage the power takeoff (blade-control switch (PTO), engage the parking brake, and Shut off the engine, allow it to cool, and turn the ignition key to the position.
“limp” mode. is above the “add” line, contact an Authorized Toro Service Dealer. The oil-pressure light is on and the engine 1. The engine-control unit has limited 1. Let the engine cool and check the rpm is low.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine does not start, starts hard, or 1. The fuel tank is empty. 1. Fill the fuel tank. fails to keep running. 2. The fuel-shutoff valve is closed. 2. Open the fuel-shutoff valve. 3. The oil level in the crankcase is low. 3.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The machine vibrates abnormally. 1. The cutting blade(s) is/are bent or 1. Install new cutting blade(s). unbalanced. 2. The blade mounting bolt is loose. 2. Tighten the blade mounting bolt. 3. The engine mounting bolts are loose. 3.
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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.