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Toro Z Master 74925TE Operator's Manual

Toro Z Master 74925TE Operator's Manual

With 152cm turbo force side discharge mower
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Form No. 3371-133 Rev A
Z Master
®
Riding Mower
with 152cm TURBO FORCE
®

Side Discharge

Mower
Model No. 74925TE—Serial No. 312000001 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)

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  • Page 1: Side Discharge

    Z Master ® Riding Mower with 152cm TURBO FORCE ® Side Discharge Mower Model No. 74925TE—Serial No. 312000001 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)
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Important calls attention to special mechanical the product properly and safely. information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product. Contents...
  • Page 3 Driving Forward or Backward......23 Adjusting the Motion Control Linkage ....53 Stopping the Machine......... 24 Adjusting the Motion Control Damper ....54 Adjusting the Height of Cut ........ 24 Adjusting the Motion Control Neutral Lock Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers ......25 Pivot ..............
  • Page 4: Safety

    Preparation Safety • While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and This machine meets or exceeds European Standards in long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when effect at the time of production. However, improper barefoot or wearing open sandals. use or maintenance by the operator or owner can •...
  • Page 5: Toro Riding Mower Safety

    The following list contains safety information specific to • Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine, Toro products or other safety information that you must and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) or remove the know that is not included in the CEN standard.
  • Page 6: Sound Pressure

    Slope Operation Sound Pressure • Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. This unit has a sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 93 dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, steep banks of 1 dBA.
  • Page 7: Slope Indicator

    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.
  • Page 8: Safety And Instructional Decals

    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 99-8939 1. Read the Operator's 3. Remove the ignition key Manual.
  • Page 9 Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystandersa safe distance from the battery. 2. No fire, open flame, or 7. Wear eye protection; smoking. explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries 3.
  • Page 10 110-2068 1. Read the Operator's Manual. 114–4470 112-9028 3. Locked 1. Read the Operator's 1. Warning—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards in Manual. place. 2. Height of cut 4. Unlocked 114–4465 1. Hydraulic fluid service 4. Read the Operator's interval—50 hours Manual before servicing or performing maintenance...
  • Page 11 116-1716 1. Fuel 6. Hour meter 2. Empty 7. PTO 3. Half 8. Parking brake 4. Full 9. Neutral 5. Battery 10. Operator presence switch 117-0346 1. Fuel leak hazard—read the Operator's Manual; do not attempt to remove the roll bar; do not weld, drill or modify the roll bar in any way.
  • Page 12 117-3848 1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine. 120-5897 2. Thrown object hazard, mower—do not operate the without deflector, discharge cover or grass collection system in 1. Choke 4. Slow place. 2. Fast 5. Power take-off (PTO), 3.
  • Page 13 114–4468 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 5. Loss of traction/control hazard, slopes—loss of traction/control on a slope, disengage the blade control switch (PTO), proceed off the slope slowly. 2. Warning—do not operate this machine unless you are trained. 6. Crushing/dismemberment hazard of bystanders—do not carry passengers, look forward and down when operating the machine, look behind and down when reversing.
  • Page 14: Product Overview

    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 6). Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge is located with the hour meter and the bars light up when the ignition switch is on (Figure 6).
  • Page 15: Specifications

    Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. Specifications Note: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 16: Operation

    Operation DANGER In certain conditions during fueling, static Note: Determine the left and right sides of the electricity can be released causing a spark which machine from the normal operating position. can ignite the gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property.
  • Page 17: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Checking the Engine Oil Level Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh gasoline. To minimize the Before you start the engine and use the machine, check chance of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel the oil level in the engine crankcase;...
  • Page 18: Think Safety First

    DANGER Operating on wet grass or steep slopes can cause sliding and loss of control. Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death or drowning. There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down.
  • Page 19: Operating The Parking Brake

    Releasing the Parking Brake CAUTION This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85 dBA at the operators ear and can cause hearing loss through extended periods of exposure. Wear hearing protection when operating this machine. The use of protective equipment for eyes, ears, feet and G016995 head is recommended.
  • Page 20: Operating The Throttle

    Operating the Throttle Important: Do not engage starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails The throttle control can be moved between Fast and to start allow a 15 second cool-down period Slow positions (Figure 15). between attempts.
  • Page 21: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    Starting and Stopping the Engine Starting the Engine 1. Raise the ROPS up and lock into place, sit on the seat and fasten the seat belt. 2. Move the motion controls to neutral locked position. G008947 Figure 20 3. Set the parking brake; refer to Setting the Parking Brake.
  • Page 22: The Safety Interlock System

    • The blade control switch (PTO) is disengaged. • The motion control levers are in the neutral locked position The safety interlock system also is designed to stop the engine when the traction controls are moved from the locked position with the parking brake engaged or if you rise from the seat when the PTO is engaged.
  • Page 23: Driving Forward Or Backward

    Using the Motion Control Levers the motion control levers to neutral lock position. Now start the engine. While the engine is running, center either motion control and move (forward or reverse); the engine should stop. Repeat for other motion control. 5.
  • Page 24: Stopping The Machine

    Stopping the Machine To stop the machine, move the traction control levers to neutral and move to locked position, disengage the power take off (blade control switch (PTO), and turn the ignition key to off. Set the parking brake when you leave the machine; refer to Setting the Parking Brake in Operation.
  • Page 25: Adjusting The Anti-Scalp Rollers

    Adjusting the Height-of-Cut Pin The height-of-cut is adjusted from 1 to 5-1/2 inches (25 to 140 mm) in 1/4 inch (6 mm) increments by relocating the clevis pin into different hole locations. 1. Move the transport lock to the lock position. 2.
  • Page 26: Adjusting The Flow Baffle Cam Locks

    1. Disengage the blade control switch (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.
  • Page 27: Positioning The Flow Baffle

    Note: If the engine power draws down and the mower ground speed is the same, open up the baffle. • Allows increased ground speed in heavy conditions. • This position is similar to the benefits of the Toro Position A SFS mower.
  • Page 28: Using The Drive Wheel Release Valves

    G008962 Figure 35 Using the Drive Wheel Release Figure 36 Valves 1. Vertical to push the 2. Horizontal to run the machine machine WARNING 4. Rotate the release valve levers horizontally to run Hands may become entangled in the rotating drive the machine (Figure 36).
  • Page 29: Transporting Machines

    Transporting Machines Loading Machines Use extreme caution when loading units on trailers or Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the trucks. One full width ramp that is wide enough to machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all extend beyond the rear tires is recommended instead of necessary brakes, lighting, and marking as required by individual ramps for each side of the unit (Figure 38).
  • Page 30: Using The Z Stand

    Figure 39 1. Z Stand 4. Bottom of slot 2. Bracket Pin 5. Latch 3. Bracket Figure 38 3. Raise the latch. Swing the stand foot out front and 1. Trailer 3. Not greater than 15 degrees slide stand toward machine, into the bottom of slot 2.
  • Page 31: Operating Tips

    generally the best one to use. When cutting grass longer WARNING than six inches tall, you may want to cut the lawn twice Parking brake may not hold machine parked to ensure an acceptable quality of cut. on Z Stand and could cause personal injury or property damage.
  • Page 32: Blade Maintenance

    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.
  • Page 33: Maintenance

    • Check the torque for wheel lug nuts. Every 500 hours • Adjust the caster pivot bearing. • Check the park brake adjustment. • Change the hydraulic filters and hydraulic oil when using Toro® HYPR-OIL™ 500 hydraulic oil. • Check the battery. Monthly •...
  • Page 34: Lubrication

    Lubrication Yearly—Grease the pump belt idler arm. Yearly—Grease the front caster Greasing and Lubrication pivots (more often in dirty or dusty Grease more frequently when operating conditions are conditions). extremely dusty or sandy. Yearly—Repack the front caster Grease Type: No. 2 general purpose lithium base or wheel bearings (more often in dirty or molybdenum base grease dusty conditions).
  • Page 35: Lubricate Caster Wheel Hubs

    Figure 46 1. Seal guard 2. Spacer nut with wrench flats 2. Remove the caster wheel from the caster forks. Figure 44 3. Remove the seal guards from the wheel hub. 4. Remove one of the spacer nuts from the axle 6.
  • Page 36: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance 13. Torque the nut to 75-80 in-lb (8-9 N-m), loosen, then re-torque to 20-25 in-lb (2-3 N-m). Make sure axle does not extend beyond either nut. WARNING 14. Reinstall the seal guards over the wheel hub and Contact with hot surfaces may cause personal insert wheel into caster fork.
  • Page 37: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Servicing the Engine Oil Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SG, SH, SJ, or SL) Oil Capacity: with a filter change, 77 ounces (2.3 L); without a filter change, 70 ounces (2.1 L) Viscosity: See the table below. Figure 47 1.
  • Page 38: Changing The Engine Oil

    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. 1. Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This warms the oil so it drains better.
  • Page 39: Changing The Engine Oil Filter

    5. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil into the filler tube and slowly add the additional oil to bring it to the Full mark (Figure 51). G008796 Figure 51 6. Start the engine and drive to a flat area. Check the oil level again.
  • Page 40: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 100 hours Make sure 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 G008803 the spark plug(s) and a gapping tool/feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap.
  • Page 41: Check Spark Arrester (If Equipped)

    Installing the Spark Plug Check Spark Arrester (if equipped) Tighten the spark plug(s) to 18-22 ft.-lb (24.4–29.8 N-m). Service Interval: Every 50 hours WARNING Hot exhaust system components may ignite gasoline vapors even after the engine is stopped. Hot particles exhausted during engine operation may ignite flammable materials.
  • Page 42: Fuel System Maintenance

    Fuel System Note: It is important to reinstall the fuel line hoses and secure with plastic ties the same as they were originally Maintenance installed at the factory to keep the fuel line away from components that could cause fuel line damage. Replacing the Fuel Filter Servicing the Fuel Tank Service Interval: Every 500 hours/Yearly (whichever...
  • Page 43: Electrical System Maintenance

    Electrical System WARNING Maintenance Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the machine and cables causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in Servicing the Battery personal injury. • Always Disconnect the negative (black) battery Service Interval: Monthly cable before disconnecting the positive (red) cable.
  • Page 44: Installing The Battery

    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. Charge battery for 10 to 15 minutes at 25 to 30 amps or 30 minutes at 10 amps. G008804 2.
  • Page 45: Servicing The Fuses

    Servicing the Fuses Drive System Maintenance The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires no maintenance, however, if a fuse blows check the component/circuit for a malfunction or short. Checking the Seat Belt 1. The fuses are located on right hand console next to the seat (Figure 60).
  • Page 46: Adjusting The Tracking

    Figure 62 Left control lever shown 1. Control lever 3. Stop plate 2. Bolt Checking the Tire Pressure Figure 61 1. ROPS knob (locked 3. Roll bar in the upright Service Interval: Every 50 hours/Monthly (whichever position) position comes first) 2.
  • Page 47: Checking The Wheel Hub Slotted Nut

    Checking the Wheel Hub nut to align the slot. If required, tighten to the next set of slots. Slotted Nut 7. Install a new cotter pin. Service Interval: After the first 100 hours Note: Do Not use anti-seize on wheel hub. Every 500 hours See Figure 64 to determine which slotted nut has been Adjusting the Caster Pivot...
  • Page 48: Cooling System Maintenance

    Cooling System Maintenance Cleaning the Engine Screen and Engine Oil Cooler Service Interval: Before each use or daily Remove any build-up of grass, dirt or other debris from the oil cooler (Figure 67). Figure 68 1. Engine guard 4. Fan housing 2.
  • Page 49: Brake Maintenance

    Brake Maintenance Adjusting the Parking Brake Service Interval: After the first 100 hours Every 500 hours thereafter Check to make sure brake is adjusted properly. This procedure must be followed after the first 100 hours or when a brake component has been removed or replaced. 1.
  • Page 50: Belt Maintenance

    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 are signs of a worn mower belt. Replace the mower belt if any of these conditions are evident.
  • Page 51: Replacing The Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt

    9. Install the new belt around the mower pulleys and the clutch pulley under the engine (Figure 73). g012515 Figure 74 1. Position the belt cover 3. Tighten the bolt 2. Slide belt cover under the side catches Replacing the Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt 1.
  • Page 52: Controls System Maintenance

    Controls System Maintenance Adjusting the Control Handle Position There are two height positions for the control levers; high and low. Remove the bolts to adjust the height for the operator. 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position, and set the parking brake.
  • Page 53: Adjusting The Motion Control Linkage

    4. Temporarily install a jumper wire across the terminals in the connector of the main wiring harness. 5. Start engine. Brake must be engaged and motion control levers out to start engine. Operator does not have to be in the seat because of the jumper wire being used.
  • Page 54: Adjusting The Motion Control Damper

    10. Raise the deck and re-install the height of cut pin. 11. Check that the machine does not creep in neutral with the park brakes disengaged. Adjusting the Motion Control Damper The top damper mounting bolt can be adjusted to obtain Figure 80 a more desired motion control lever resistance.
  • Page 55: Hydraulic System Maintenance

    Hydraulic System Maintenance Servicing the Hydraulic System Hydraulic Oil Type: Toro ® HYPR-OIL ™ ® hydraulic oil or Mobil 1 15W-50. Important: Use oil specified. Other fluids could cause system damage. Each Hydraulic System Oil Capacity: 52 ounces (1.5 l) per side with filter change Checking the Hydraulic Oil Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Check the hydraulic...
  • Page 56 1 15W-50 oil. Every 500 hours—Change the hydraulic filters and hydraulic oil ® ™ when using Toro HYPR-OIL hydraulic oil. To replace the hydraulic oil, the filters need to be removed. Replace both at the same time. 1. Disengage the blade control switch (PTO), move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the parking brake.
  • Page 57: Mower Deck Maintenance

    Mower Deck Maintenance Leveling the Mower Deck Setting Up the Machine Note: Ensure the mower deck is leveled before matching the height-of-cut (HOC). 1. Position mower on a flat surface. 2. Disengage the blade control switch (PTO), move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the parking brake.
  • Page 58 10. Fine-tune the adjustment nut on the front deck lift assembly by turning it (Figure 86). To increase the height, turn the adjustment nut clockwise; to decrease, turn counterclockwise. g017029 Figure 87 1. Bolts at the bottom of the height-of-cut plate 13.
  • Page 59: Servicing The Cutting Blades

    File down any nicks and sharpen the blades as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, To increase the height, turn the adjustment nut replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement clockwise; to decrease, turn counterclockwise. blade. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you 17.
  • Page 60: Removing The Blades

    Checking for Bent Blades performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. 1. Disengage the blade control switch (PTO), move the Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may motion control levers to the neutral locked position result in non-conformance with safety standards.
  • Page 61: Removing The Mower Deck

    Figure 92 1. Sharpen at original angle 2. Check the balance of the blade by putting it on a blade balancer (Figure 93). If the blade stays in a horizontal position, the blade is balanced and can be used. If the blade is not balanced, file some metal off the end of the sail area only (Figure 94).
  • Page 62: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    Figure 96 1. Right stabilizer Figure 95 2. Deck strut (right side shown) 1. Clutch pulley 5. Square hole in the idler 3. Remove the rear deck lift attachment shoulder bolt and nut. arm for the ratchet 4. Remove the front deck lift attachment shoulder bolt and nut. 2.
  • Page 63: Cleaning

    Cleaning Cleaning Under the Mower Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Disengage the blade control switch (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.
  • Page 64: Storage

    Storage B. Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). Cleaning and Storage C. Stop the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel tank; refer to Servicing the Fuel Tank in the 1. Disengage the power take off (blade control switch Maintenance Section.
  • Page 65: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Starter does not crank 1. Blade control switch (PTO) is engaged. 1. Move blade control switch (PTO) to disengaged. 2. Parking brake is not on. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Drive levers are not in neutral lock 3.
  • Page 66 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Machine does not drive. 1. By pass valves is not closed tight. 1. Tighten the by pass valves. 2. Pump belt is worn, loose or broken. 2. Change the belt. 3. Pump belt is off a pulley. 3.
  • Page 67: Schematics

    Schematics Wire Diagram (Rev. A)
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  • Page 70 The Information Toro Collects Toro Warranty Company (Toro) respects your privacy. In order to process your warranty claim and contact you in the event of a product recall, we ask you to share certain personal information with us, either directly or through your local Toro dealer.
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  • Page 72 Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or an agreement between them, jointly promise to the original purchaser workmanship, follow this procedure: to repair the Toro Products listed below if defective in materials or Contact your seller to arrange service of the product.

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