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Toro E-Z Vac 78566 Operator's Manual

Toro E-Z Vac 78566 Operator's Manual

48in, 52in, 60in or 72in dfs collection system
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Original Instructions (EN)
48in, 52in, 60in or 72in E-Z Vac™
DFS Collection System
Gen II Z Master
Model No. 78566—Serial No. 290000001 and Up
Model No. 78567—Serial No. 290000001 and Up
Model No. 78568—Serial No. 290000001 and Up
Form No. 3371-273 Rev B
®
Mower
*3371-273* B

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  • Page 1 48in, 52in, 60in or 72in E-Z Vac™ DFS Collection System Gen II Z Master ® Mower Model No. 78566—Serial No. 290000001 and Up Model No. 78567—Serial No. 290000001 and Up Model No. 78568—Serial No. 290000001 and Up *3371-273* B Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2 You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product safety and operation training materials, accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Installing the Mower Blades ........34 Installing the Grass Deflector........34 Storage ................35 Safety ................4 Troubleshooting ............36 Safety and Instructional Decals ......... 4 Setup ................6 1 Preparing the Mower ..........8 2 Installing the Side Bumpers ........8 3 Installing the Bagger Mounting Brackets....8 4 Installing the Handle Assembly and Bracket .................

  • Page 4: Safety

    If the machine is to be driven on to a truck or trailer with the hopper full, always back up the ramp. The following list contains safety information specific to Toro • products and other safety information you must know.
  • Page 5 106-0871 106-3339 103-3508 48-inch and 52-inch decks only 109-5890 60-inch and 72-inch decks only...

  • Page 6: Setup

    Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. – No parts required Prepare the mower. Left bumper Right bumper Install the side bumpers. Carriage bolt (3/8 x 1-1/4 inches) Flange nut (large flange–3/8 inch) Upper mounting bracket Lower mounting bracket Carriage bolt (3/8 x 1-1/4 inches)
  • Page 7 Procedure Description Qty. Caster weight (if needed) Clevis pin Hairpin cotter Lock washer (3/8 inch) Weight-mount bracket Bolt (3/8 x 1 inch) Flat washer (3/8 inch) Install the weights. Flange nut (small flange–3/8 inch) Carriage bolt (5/16 x 3/4 inch) Flange nut (5/16 inch) Front weight (48-inch, 52-inch, and 60-inch decks)

  • Page 8: Preparing The Mower

    Preparing the Mower Installing the Side Bumpers No Parts Required Parts needed for this procedure: Left bumper Procedure Right bumper Perform the following procedure to prepare the mower for Carriage bolt (3/8 x 1-1/4 inches) attaching the blower and finishing kit. Flange nut (large flange–3/8 inch) 1.

  • Page 9: Installing The Bagger Mounting Brackets

    2. Install the upper mounting bracket to the left and right bumpers with 2 carriage bolts (1/2 x 2-1/2 inches) and 2 flange nuts (1/2 inch) as shown in Figure Installing the Bagger Mounting Brackets Installing the Handle Assembly Parts needed for this procedure: and Bracket Upper mounting bracket Lower mounting bracket...

  • Page 10: Installing The Handle Assembly And Bracket For 48- And 52-Inch Mowers

    3. Install the handle and bracket assembly to the side of the machine with 3 carriage bolts (3/8 x 1-1/4 inches) and 3 flange nuts (large flange–3/8 inch) as shown in Figure Installing the Handle Assembly Note: Ensure that the bolts go through the left bumper and the lower bagger bracket and connect and Bracket for 48- and 52-inch them to the side of the machine.
  • Page 11 Installing the Bagger Assembly Parts needed for this procedure: Bagger assembly Pin and hairpin cotter assembly Procedure 1. Position the bagger on its back (Figure 10). 2. Slide the hooks onto the lower mounting bracket (Figure 10). 3. Rotate the bagger up on the lower bagger mounting bracket.

  • Page 12: Installing The Muffler Deflector

    Installing the Muffler Deflector Parts needed for this procedure: Muffler deflector Flange nut (small flange–3/8 inch) Carriage bolt (3/8 x 1-1/4 inches) Procedure Figure 11 Install the muffler deflector to the side of the bagger frame 1. Bagger-arm assembly 3. Clevis-pin spring (Figure 12).

  • Page 13: Routing The Blower Belt Into The Blower Assembly

    Routing the Blower Belt into the Blower Assembly Parts needed for this procedure: Blower belt (from the Blower and Drive Kit) Procedure 1. For 60- and 72-inch mowers, install the belt around the Figure 14 blower pulley (Figure 13). Blower for 48- and 52-inch mowers 1.

  • Page 14: Installing The Blower Assembly

    2. Slide the blower-assembly peg into the pivot hole (Figure 16 Figure 17). Installing the Blower Assembly Parts needed for this procedure: Blower assembly (from the Blower and Drive Kit) Spring (from the Blower and Drive Kit) Procedure Figure 16 WARNING 48- and 52-inch mower deck shown An uncovered discharge opening could allow the...
  • Page 15 3. Close the blower assembly to see if the latches are 5. Pull the spring-loaded idler pulley back and route the adjusted correctly (Figure 18). belt around the mower-deck pulley (Figure 20). Note: Loosen or tighten the bolt so the latches firmly Note: Ensure that the belt is routed around the blower hold the blower assembly against the mower deck but pulleys correctly...

  • Page 16: Installing The Discharge Tubes

    Installing the Discharge Tubes Parts needed for this procedure: Upper tube Lower tube Bolt (#10 x 3/4 inches) Locknut (#10) Washer (7/32 inch) Procedure Important: Make sure that the mower deck is in Figure 22 the lowest height-of-cut position while installing the discharge tubes.
  • Page 17 7. Install the lower tube into the upper tube (Figure 24). Figure 24 1. Lower tube 2. Upper tube 8. Slide the lower tube onto the boot and latch them together (Figure 25 Figure 26). Figure 25 Note: There is a latch on the top and bottom of the 1.
  • Page 18 9. Using the 3 holes or indentations in the upper tube as a template, drill 3 holes (7/32 inch diameter) where the upper and lower tubes join together (Figure 27). Figure 26 Figure 27 60- and 72-inch bagger shown 1. Bagger hood 4.

  • Page 19: Installing The Belt Cover

    11. Join the upper and lower tubes with 3 bolts (#10 x 3/4 inches), 3 flat washers (7/32 inch), and 3 locknuts (#10) as shown in Figure G009305 Figure 29 48- and 52-inch bagger shown 1. Belt cover 3. Notch 2.
  • Page 20 3. Tighten the tap bolt so that it touches the frame and then tighten the jam nut against the weight. Installing the Weights Parts needed for this procedure: Caster weight (if needed) Clevis pin Hairpin cotter Lock washer (3/8 inch) Weight-mount bracket Bolt (3/8 x 1 inch) Flat washer (3/8 inch)

  • Page 21: Installing The Bumpers

    6. Secure the front weights on top of the foot rest and to the weight-mount bracket with 6 bolts (3/8 x 1 inch), 6 lock washers (3/8 inch), 3 flange nuts (small flange) (3/8 inch) and 6 flat washers (3/8 inch) (Figure 33).

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Parking Brake

    For 72-inch decks, install the bumpers to the 2 inside holes of the toeboard (Figure 36). Checking the Tire Pressure No Parts Required Procedure Note: Increase the tire pressure due to the additional weight. Check and increase the air pressure in the front caster wheels and therear tires (Figure 37).

  • Page 23: Operation

    Operation CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine move or attempt to operate the tractor while it is from the normal operating position. unattended. Important: Set the parking brake when you leave the Always remove the ignition key and set the parking machine, even if just for a few minutes.

  • Page 24: Emptying The Bagger

    Emptying the Bagger 7. If the blower assembly is plugged, unlatch the blower assembly, remove the belt, and swing it open. 1. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. Important: Use a stick or similar object, not your 2. Lift the handle to open the door and empty the hopper. hands, to remove and clear the obstruction from the blower assembly.

  • Page 25: Using The Grass Deflector

    Using the Grass Deflector Cutting Frequency Cut the grass often, especially when it grows rapidly. You DANGER need to cut your grass twice if it gets excessively long (refer to Bagging Long Grass Bagging Long Grass (page 25)). Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or complete grass catcher assembly mounted in Cutting Technique place, you and others are exposed to blade contact...
  • Page 26 In most mowing conditions, the standard high lift blades provides the best bagging performance. The Toro Atomic blade is recommended for bagging leaves in dry conditions. In dry, dusty conditions, the medium lift or low lift blades reduces dust and dirt blowout while providing effective bagging air flow.

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Inspect the blower belt. After the first 8 hours • Inspect the collection system. • Adjust the parking brake (also when replacing or removing a brake component). After the first 100 hours •...

  • Page 28: Inspecting The Blower Belt

    Inspecting the Blower Belt 6. Install the spring as shown in Figure Service Interval: After the first 8 hours Every 25 hours Check the belts for cracks, frayed edges, burn marks, or any other damage. Replace damaged belts. Replacing the Blower Belt for 60- and 72-inch Mowers 1.

  • Page 29: Checking And Adjusting The Blower Latch

    Checking and Adjusting the Blower Latch Close the blower assembly to see if the latches are adjusted correctly. Loosen or tighten the bolts so the latches firmly hold the blower assembly against the mower deck but can be released by hand. Figure 42 1.

  • Page 30: Inspecting The Collection System

    Adjusting the Closed Door for For 60-and 72-inch mowers only, grease the handle pivot (Figure 46). 60- and 72-inch Mowers 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control levers to the N position, and set the parking EUTRAL LOCKED brake. 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Open Door For 60- And 72-Inch Mowers

    Adjusting the Open Door for Adjusting the Latches for 60- 60- and 72-inch Mowers and 72-inch Mowers Note: Perform this procedure after adjusting the door to Note: Adjust the open door and closed door positions completely close. before adjusting the latches. 1.

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Closed Door For 48- And 52-Inch Mowers

    Adjusting the Closed Door for 48- and 52-inch Mowers 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control levers to the N position, and set the parking EUTRAL LOCKED brake. 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Open Door For 48- And 52-Inch Mowers

    Adjusting the Open Door for 48- and 52-inch Mowers Perform this after adjusting the closed door. 1. Remove the side plate from both sides of the bagger (Figure 54). Figure 55 1. Lower lip of the molded 3. Upper tube of the door hood frame 2.

  • Page 34: Installing The Mower Blades

    3. Place the spacer and spring onto the grass deflector. The Toro Atomic blade is recommended for bagging leaves Note: Place the L end of the spring behind the deck in dry conditions. In dry dusty conditions, the medium-lift or edge.

  • Page 35: Storage

    Storage 1. Clean the bagger. Refer to Cleaning the Bagger Screen (page 27) Cleaning the Collection System (page 27). 2. Inspect the bagger for damage. Refer to Inspecting the Collection System (page 30). 3. Make sure that the bagger is empty and thoroughly dry. 4.

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action There is abnormal vibration. 1. Cutting blade(s) is/are bent or 1. Install new cutting blade(s). unbalanced. 2. A blade-mounting bolt is loose. 2. Tighten the blade-mounting bolt. 3. A blower pulley or pulley assembly is 3.
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  • Page 40 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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