Riding mower with 48in, 52in, or 60in turbo force mower (80 pages)
Summary of Contents for Toro Z441 Z Master 74441
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Form No. 3357-683 Rev A Z441 Z Master® with 48in or 52in TURBO FORCE® Side Discharge Mower Model No. 74441—Serial No. 270000001 and Up Model No. 74442—Serial No. 270000001 and Up Register your product at www.Toro.com Original Instructions (EN)
finding a dealer, or to register your product. Contents Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have Introduction ............2 the model and serial numbers of your product Safety ..............4 ready.
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Using the Rollover Protection Adjusting the Parking Brake ....39 System (ROPS)....15 Belt Maintenance........39 Think Safety First ......16 Inspecting the Belts ......39 Operating the Parking Brake ....17 Replacing the Mower Belt ....40 Starting and Stopping the Replacing the Pump Drive Engine ......
Safety hair, loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts. Improper use or maintenance by the operator or • Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects such as rocks, toys owner can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions and wire which can be thrown by the machine.
• Never carry passengers and keep pets and • Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on bystanders away. a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly off the slope. • Be alert, slow down and use caution when making turns.
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Wear protective clothing and use insulated tools. • Keep all parts in good working condition and all hardware tightened. Replace all worn or damaged decals. • Use only Toro approved attachments. Warranty may be voided if used with unapproved attachments.
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. 58-6520 1. Grease 1-403005 66-1340 1-523552 65-2690 1-633818 68-8340 98-4387 54-9220 1.
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Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 107-2112 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders a safe distance from the battery. 2. No re, open ame, or 7. Wear eye protection; smoking. explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries 3.
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Manufacturer’s Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identied as a part from the original machine manufacturer. 107-8445 107-9309 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for information on charging the battery; contains lead; do not discard. 2. Read the Operator’s Manual. 108-5995 1.
Product Overview Using the Hour Meter The hour meter (Figure 5) records the number of hours the engine has operated. It operates when the engine is running. Use these times for scheduling regular maintenance. Figure 5 1. Hour meter Using the Fuel Shutoff Valve The machine has 2 fuel tanks, one on the left side and the other on the right side.
Operation In certain conditions during fueling, static Note: Determine the left and right sides of the electricity can be released causing a spark machine from the normal operating position. which can ignite the gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and Adding Fuel others and can damage property.
• Cleans the engine while it runs • Eliminates gum-like varnish buildup in the fuel There is no rollover protection when the roll system, which causes hard starting bar is in the down position. Important: Do not use fuel additives •...
Think Safety First 5. To raise the roll bar, remove the hairpin cotter pins and remove the two pins (Figure 8). Please read all safety instructions and symbols 6. Raise the roll bar to the upright position and in the safety section. Knowing this information install the two pins and secure them with the could help you or bystanders avoid injury.
Setting the Parking Brake 1. Move the motion control levers (Figure 18) out to the neutral lock position. 2. Pull up and back on the parking brake lever to set the parking brake (Figure 12). The parking brake lever should stay firmly in the engaged position.
Figure 15 1. Throttle—fast 2. Throttle—slow 6. Turn the ignition key to Start. When the Figure 13 engines starts, release the key (Figure 16). 1. PTO—on 2. PTO—off Important: Do not engage starter for more than 10 seconds at a time. If engine 4.
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 transporting. Make sure to remove the key as the fuel pump may run and cause the battery to lose charge.
engaged or if you rise from the seat when the PTO is engaged. Machine can spin very rapidly. Operator Testing the Safety Interlock System may lose control of machine and cause personal injury or damage to machine. Test the safety interlock system before you use •...
page 14. Remember to remove the key from the ignition switch. Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the tractor while it is unattended. Always remove the ignition key and set the parking brake when leaving the machine unattended, even if just for a few minutes.
Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers Whenever you change the height-of-cut, it is recommended to adjust the height of the anti-scalp rollers. 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the parking brake. 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
• This position is similar to the benefits of the Position A Toro SFS mower. This is the full rear position. The suggested use for this position is a follows. • Use for short, light grass mowing conditions.
Figure 25 Figure 27 3. Seat 1. Seat latch 2. Fuel cap Positioning the Seat The seat can move forward and backward. Pushing the Machine by Position the seat where you have the best control of the machine and are most comfortable. Hand Important: To adjust, move the lever Important: Always push the machine...
necessary 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. To transport the machine: • Lock the brake and block the wheels. •...
Avoid sudden acceleration when driving up a ramp and sudden deceleration when backing down a ramp. Both maneuvers can cause the unit to tip backward. Loading a unit onto a trailer or truck increases the possibility of backward tip-over and could cause serious injury or death.
If a blade is Mow at Correct Intervals damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. Normally, mow every four days. But remember, grass grows at different rates at different times.
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the rst 8 operating • Check the hydraulic uid. hours After the rst 25 • Change the hydraulic lter and oil. operating hours • Check the safety system. •...
Lubrication Greasing and Lubrication Lubricate the machine when shown on the Check Service Reference Aid decal (Figure 30). Grease more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Grease Type: General-purpose grease. How to Grease 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the parking brake.
4. Grease the three spindle bearings under the pulleys until grease comes out the lower seals (Figure 31). 5. Grease the idler arm on the mower deck (Figure 31). 6. Grease the fittings on the push arms (Figure 31). Figure 32 1.
Servicing the Engine Oil Service Interval/Specication Change the engine oil as follows: • After the first 8 operating hours • After every 100 operating hours Note: Change the oil more frequently when the operating conditions are extremely dusty Figure 34 or sandy.
Figure 36 1. Oil lter 2. Adapter 3. Apply a thin coat of new oil to the rubber gasket on the replacement filter (Figure 36). 4. Install the replacement oil filter to the filter adapter, turn the oil filter clockwise until Figure 35 the rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter, 1.
Important: Always replace the spark 3. Disconnect the wires from the spark plugs (Figure 37). plugs when it has a black coating, worn electrodes, an oily film, or cracks. 3. Check the gap between the center and side electrodes (Figure 38). Bend the side electrode (Figure 38) if the gap is not correct.
5. Disconnect the fuel line from the fuel filter (Figure 39). 6. Open the fuel shutoff valve. Note: Allow gasoline to drain into a fuel container can or drain pan (Figure 39). Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty.
Removing the Battery 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. • When removing or installing the battery, do not allow the battery terminals to touch any metal parts of the machine.
Charging the Battery Fuse: • Main, F1-30 amp, blade-type • Charge circuit, F2-25 amp, blade-type Charging the battery produces gasses that • Optional head light kit, 10 amp, blade-type can explode. 1. Raise the seat to gain access to the fuse holder Never smoke near the battery and keep (Figure 42).
Drive System Checking the Tire Pressure Maintenance Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 50 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs Adjusting the Tracking first (Figure 44). Maintain the air pressure in the rear tires at 13 Note: Determine the left and right sides of the psi (90 kPa).
Figure 45 Figure 46 1. Slotted Nut 3. Hole in threaded shaft 2. Two threads or less 4. Washer (if needed) 1. Spring Washers 3. Dust Cap showing 2. Lock Nut 5. Check the distance from bottom of slot in nut Cooling System to inside edge of hole.
Check belts for cracks, frayed edges, burn marks or any other damage. Replace damaged belts. Replacing the Mower Belt The signs of a worn mower belt are squealing while the belt is rotating, blades slipping while you are cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks, and cracks.
7. Release the pressure on the spring loaded idler (Figure 51). 8. Install the mower belt. Figure 52 1. Push arm 3. Jam nut 4. Ball joint 2. 15–1/8 inch (384 mm) Figure 51 1. Belt 4. Bolt 2. Clutch electrical wire 5.
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5. Move lever to the neutral position but not locked (Figure 53). Figure 53 1. Neutral locked position 3. Neutral position 2. Control lever 6. Pull the lever back until the clevis pin (on the arm below the pivot shaft) contacts the end Figure 54 of the slot (just beginning to put pressure on 1.
Hydraulic System Maintenance Servicing the Hydraulic System Checking the Hydraulic Fluid Fluid Type: Mobil 1 15W-50 synthetic motor oil or Figure 55 equivalent synthetic oil. 1. Cap 3. Cold uid level-full Important: Use oil specified or equivalent. 2. Bafe 4. Hot uid level-full Other fluids could cause system damage.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Important: Do not substitute automotive oil filter or severe hydraulic system damage may result. 3. Place a drain pan under filter, remove the old filter and wipe the filter adapter gasket surface clean (Figure 56).
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can Engine must be running so motion control penetrate skin and cause injury. adjustment can be performed. Contact with moving parts or hot surfaces may cause • If hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin personal injury.
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Figure 58 1. Tracking knob 3. Adjustment bolt 2. Pump rod Setting the Right-hand Hydraulic Figure 59 Pump Neutral Position 1. Double nuts 3. Locknut 2. Pump rod 4. Ball joint 1. Loosen the locknuts at the ball joints on the pump control rod (Figure 59).
Mower Deck 6. Record this measurement. This measurement needs to be 3-1/8 to 3-1/4 inches (79 to Maintenance 83mm). Leveling the Mower at Three Positions Important: There are only three measuring positions needed to level the mower. Preparing the Machine 1.
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4. Measure the right blade at the B location, from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blade tip (Figure 62). 5. Record this measurement. 6. The mower blade should be a 1/4 to 3/8 inch (6 to 10 mm) lower at position A than at position B (Figure 62).
If a blade is 2. Curved Area damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to Checking for Bent Blades keep extra blades on hand.
To ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades Figure 67 made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards.
Installing the Blades Note: Make sure the L end of the spring is installed behind the deck edge before installing 1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft the bolt as shown in Figure 69. (Figure 68). Important: The curved part of the blade 3.
Waste Disposal Engine oil, batteries, hydraulic oil, and engine coolant are pollutants to the environment. Dispose of these according to your state and local regulations.
Storage A. Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in the tank. Follow mixing instructions from 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the the stabilizer manufacturer. Do not use parking brake, and turn the ignition key to Off. an alcohol based stabilizer (ethanol or Remove the key.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Starter does not crank 1. Blade control (PTO) is 1. Move the blade contro engaged. (PTO) to disengaged. 2. Parking brake is not on. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Operator is not seated. 3.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Machine does not drive. 1. By pass valve is not 1. Tighten the by pass closed tight. valve. 2. Drive or pump belt is 2. Change the belt. worn, loose or broken. 3. Drive or pump belt is off 3.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Blades do not rotate. 1. Drive belt is worn, loose 1. Check the belt tension. or broken. 2. Drive belt is off pulley. 2. Install the drive belt and check adjusting shafts and belt guides for correct position.
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The use of any add-on or modied parts will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim made in accordance with this article. The Toro® Company will not be liable under this Article to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of an add-on or modied part.
(Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatised with your Distributor’s service or have difculty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.