With 60in turbo force side discharge mower (60 pages)
Summary of Contents for Toro Z580-D Z Master 74266
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Model No. 74266—Serial No. 290000001 and Up Model No. 74267—Serial No. 290000001 and Up Model No. 74274—Serial No. 290000001 and Up To register your product or download an Operator's Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge, go to www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
This manual uses 2 other words to highlight information. additional information, contact an Authorized Service Important calls attention to special mechanical Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model information and Note emphasizes general information and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 worthy of special attention.
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Checking the Engine Oil Level......16 Adjusting the Mower Belt Tension for 72in Switching the Fuel Tanks ........16 Mowers Only..........47 Using the Rollover Protection System Replacing the PTO Drive Belt......48 (ROPS) ............16 Replacing the Pump Drive Belt ......48 Think Safety First ..........
Safety • Use extra care when handling diesel and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner – Use only an approved container can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, –...
• Be certain that the seat belt can be released quickly decals. in the event of an emergency. • Be aware there is no rollover protection when the • Use only Toro approved attachments. Warranty may roll bar is down. 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 65-2690 1-523552 66-1340 1-643253 68-8340 98-4387 1.
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112-2389 1. Push to engage 6. Engine—start 2. Engine—preheat 7. Fast 3. Read the Operator’s 8. Continuous variable Manual. setting 4. Engine—stop 9. Slow 5. Engine—run 10. PTO (Power take off) 110-3851 1. Remove the ignition key and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance.
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106-7492 106-9989 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.
Contact your The throttle control is variable between Fast and Slow. Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments Blade Control Switch (PTO) and accessories. The blade control switch (PTO) is used to engage the electric clutch to drive the mower blades with the motion control levers in the center, un-locked position.
Operation In certain conditions, fuel is extremely Note: Determine the left and right sides of the flammable and highly explosive. A fire or machine from the normal operating position. explosion from fuel can burn you and others and can damage property. Adding Fuel •...
• The biodiesel portion of the fuel meet specification Close the fuel selector valve before transporting or ASTM D6751 or EN14214. storing machine. • The blended fuel composition should meet ASTM D975 or EN590. • Painted surfaces may be damaged by biodiesel blends.
Important: Always use the seat belt with the roll bar in the raised position. There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is in the down position. • Lower the roll bar only when absolutely necessary. • Do not wear the seat belt when the roll bar is in the down position.
Operating on wet grass or steep slopes can This machine produces sound levels in excess cause sliding and loss of control. of 85 dBA at the operators ear and can cause hearing loss through extended periods of Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers, exposure.
5. Remove the key to prevent possibility of someone accidentally starting the machine before transporting or storing machine. 6. Close the fuel selector valve before transporting or storing the machine. Important: Make sure that the fuel selector valve is closed before transporting or storing the machine, as fuel leakage may occur.
Figure 16 1. Triangles light up when the interlock components are in the correct position Figure 15 1. PTO-On 2. PTO-Off Testing the Safety Interlock System Service Interval: Before each use or daily Disengaging the PTO If the safety system does not operate as described To disengage, push the PTO switch to the off position below, have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the (Figure 15).
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. Driving Forward 1. Release the parking brake; refer to Releasing the Parking Brake in , page .
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the tractor while it 3. After adjusting the height-of-cut, adjust the rollers is unattended.
Figure 22 1. Cam lock 3. Rotate cam to increase or decrease locking pressure 2. Lever 4. Slot Figure 21 1. Anti-scalp roller 4. Flange Nut 5. Bolt 2. Spacer 3. Bushing Positioning the Flow Baffle The following figures are only recommendations for use.
• Allows increased ground speed in heavy conditions. 2. Push the seat latch rearward to unlatch the seat. • This position is similar to the benefits of the Toro 3. Raise the seat up. This will allow access to the SFS mower.
Pushing the Machine 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, ignition key to off. Move the levers to neutral locked or complete grass catcher assembly mounted position and apply parking brake. Remove the key. in place, you and others are exposed to blade 2.
Loading Machines Use extreme caution when loading units on trailers or trucks. One full width ramp that is wide enough to extend beyond the rear tires is recommended instead of individual ramps for each side of the unit (Figure 29). The lower rear section of the tractor frame extends back between the rear wheels and serves as a stop for tipping backward.
If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with Mow at Correct Intervals a genuine TORO replacement blade. 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.
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Check the engine cooling system level. • Adjust the mower belt tension (72in mowers only). After the first 8 hours • Check the hydraulic fluid. • Change the hydraulic filter. After the first 25 hours •...
Important: Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures. If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. Remove the key from the ignition before you do any maintenance. Lubrication Greasing and Lubrication Lubricate the machine when shown on the Check...
Grease with No. 2 general purpose lithium base or molybdenum base grease. Important: Make sure cutting unit spindles are full of grease weekly. 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the parking brake.
Engine Maintenance 8. If the axle assembly has had both spacer nuts removed (or broken loose), apply a thread locking adhesive to one spacer nut and thread onto the axle Servicing the Air Cleaner with the wrench flats facing outward. Do Not thread spacer nut all of the way onto the end of the axle.
Figure 34 Figure 35 1. Air filter body 3. Air cleaner cover 1. Air filter body 3. Air cleaner cover 2. Air filter 4. Latches 2. Air filter 4. Latches Installing the Air Filter Servicing the Engine Oil 1. If installing a new filter, check the filter for shipping Oil Type: High-quality detergent oil classified API damage.
Checking the Engine Oil Level Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Before each use or daily Service Interval: After the first 50 hours Every 100 hours Note: Check the oil when the engine is cold. 1. Start the engine and let it run for five minutes. This 1.
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Figure 41 1. Engine oil 2. Funnel and hose Figure 39 1. Knob 2. Front engine panel Important: Add the oil very slowly and do not block the opening of the filler hole (Figure 42). If you add oil too fast or block the hole, the oil 2.
Changing the Engine Oil Filter Service Interval: After the first 50 hours Every 200 hours 1. Place a drip pan beneath the oil drip tray to receive oil from the oil filter and oil passages in the engine. 2. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing the Engine Oil.
Changing the Fuel Filter Fuel System Never install a dirty fuel filter if it is removed from the Maintenance fuel line. 1. Allow the machine to cool down. Servicing the Fuel Filter and 2. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers Water Seperator to the neutral locked position and set the parking brake.
Servicing the Fuel Tank Electrical System Maintenance Do not attempt to drain the fuel tank. Ensure that an Authorized Service Dealer drains the fuel tank and services any components of the fuel system. Servicing the Battery Warning CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California...
Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the machine and cables causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. • Always Disconnect the negative (black) battery cable before disconnecting the positive (red) cable. • Always Reconnect the positive (red) battery cable before reconnecting the negative (black) cable.
Important: Always keep the battery fully charged (1.265 specific gravity). This is especially important to prevent battery damage when the temperature is below 32°F (0°C). 1. Make sure the filler caps are installed in battery. Charge battery for 10 to 15 minutes at 25 to 30 amps or 30 minutes at 10 amps.
Drive System Maintenance Adjusting the Tracking The machine has a knob for adjusting the tracking located under the seat. Important: Adjust the handle neutral and hydraulic pump neutral before adjusting the tracking. Refer to Adjusting the Handle Neutral in Maintenance and Adjusting the Hydraulic Pump Neutral in Maintenance.
Checking the Wheel Hub 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the parking Slotted Nut brake. Service Interval: After the first 100 hours—Check the 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all wheel hub slotted nut.
Figure 56 1. Spring loaded idler pulley 3. PTO drive belt 2. Clutch 4. Gear box Figure 55 6. Unplug the electric connection for the clutch 3. Pulley 1. Gear box (Figure 57). 2. Side plug 4. Rear plug 7. Remove the two bolts holding the rubber clutch strap to the mower frame (Figure 57).
Cooling System 10. Tighten the lock nuts until there is slight binding on the feeler gauge but it can be moved easily within the Maintenance air gap (Figure 58). 11. Repeat this for the remaining slots. Servicing the Cooling System 12.
1. Position the machine on a level surface, stop the engine, and set the parking brake. 2. Unlatch the seat and tilt the seat up. 3. With the engine cool, check the overflow bottle level. The fluid needs to be up to the bump on the outside of the overflow bottle (Figure 59).
Brake Maintenance Belt Maintenance Inspecting the Belts Adjusting the Parking Brake Service Interval: Every 100 hours Service Interval: Every 25 hours Check the belts for squealing when the belt is rotating, Every 200 hours blades slipping when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, 1.
Adjusting the Mower Belt Tension for 72in Mowers Only Service Interval: After the first 8 hours Important: To ensure proper mower belt tension, which will result in a longer belt life, check the mower belt tension after the first 8 hours of use and 8 hours after each belt change.
Replacing the PTO Drive Belt Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Check the PTO drive belt. 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.
Figure 68 1. Clutch 3. Spring Figure 69 2. Pump drive belt 4. Spring loaded idler pulley 1. Oil cooler shield 3. Engine straps 2. Bolts Replacing and Tensioning the 5. Remove the 4 bolts holding the oil cooler and Alternator Belt position the oil cooler to the side (Figure 70).
Controls System 12. Install the oil cooler shield and engine straps to the rear frame with the 4 bolts previously removed Maintenance (Figure 69). 13. Install the engine straps to the side of the machine (Figure 69). Adjusting the Control Handle 14.
Hydraulic System 9. Apply slight rearward pressure on the motion control lever, turn the head of the adjustment bolt Maintenance in the appropriate direction until the control lever is centered in the neutral lock position (Figure 73). Note: Keeping rearward pressure on the lever will Servicing the Hydraulic keep the pin at the end of the slot and allow the System...
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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. Apply a thin coat hydro fluid to the rubber gasket on the replacement filter (Figure 75).
10. Start the engine and let it run for about two minutes to purge air from the system. Stop the engine and check for leaks. If one or both wheels will not drive, Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can refer Bleeding Hydraulic System. penetrate skin and cause injury.
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1. Raise the frame and block up the machine so drive wheels can rotate freely. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the seat safety switch. Temporarily install a jumper wire across terminals in the wiring harness connector. 3. Unlatch the seat and slide seat forward. 4.
Mower Deck Maintenance Leveling the Mower at Three Positions Important: There are only three measuring positions needed to level the mower. Setting Up the Machine 1. Position mower on a flat surface. 2. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the parking brake.
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8. Loosen the jam nut under the rear support arm and adjust the adjustment bolt to get a measurement of 3-1/8 to 3-1/4 inches (80 to 83 mm) (Figure 80). Note: It is recommended that both sides of the mower are adjusted the same distance. 9.
File down any nicks and sharpen the blades as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, Adjusting the Compression Spring replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you 1. Raise the mower lift lever to the transport position.
If you notice any damage, wear, or a slot forming in performance and continued safety conformance of this area (Figure 83), immediately install a new blade. the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may Checking for Bent Blades result in non-conformance with safety standards.
Replacing the Grass Deflector An uncovered discharge opening could allow the lawn mower to throw objects in the Figure 85 operator’s or bystander’s direction and result in serious injury. Also, contact with the blade 1. Sharpen at original angle could occur. •...
Cleaning Storage Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Under the Mower 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking Service Interval: Before each use or daily brake, and turn the ignition key to Off. Remove the key. Remove the grass buildup under the mower daily. 2.
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D. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per local codes. Important: Do not store stabilizer/conditioned fuel over 90 days. 13. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or replace any part that is damaged. 14. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Starter does not crank 1. Blade control (PTO) is engaged. 1. Move blade contro (PTO) to disengaged. 2. Parking brake is not on. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Operator is not seated. 3. Sit on the seat. 4.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Uneven cutting height. 1. Blade(s) not sharp. 1. Sharpen the blade(s). 2. Cutting blade(s) is/are bent. 2. Install new cutting blade(s). 3. Mower is not level. 3. Level mower from side-to-side and front-to-rear. 4. Underside of mower is dirty. 4.
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