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- Page 1 Form No. 3323–292 Compact Series Z150 with 44 SFS Side Discharge Mower Model No. 74171–200000001 & Up Operator’s Manual...
- Page 2 The warning system in this manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied help you and others avoid personal injury, even death. with your new product, so feel free to contact your...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
....Adjusting Anti-Scalp Rollers ... Toro Mower Safety ....Positioning the Seat . - Page 4 Contents Mercury Tilt Switch ....Cleaning and Storage ....Mercury Tilt Switch Disposal .
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Page 5: Safety
Safety Preparation This machine meets or exceeds CPSC blade safety requirements for rotary mowers and the Evaluate the terrain to determine what B71.4 1999 specifications of the American accessories and attachments are needed to National Standards Institute, in effect at time of properly and safely perform the job. - Page 6 Safety Operation Never carry passengers and keep pets and bystanders away. Never run an engine in an enclosed area. Slow down and use caution when making turns Only operate in good light, keeping away from and crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop blades if holes and hidden hazards.
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Page 7: Toro Mower Safety
Always look down and behind before The following list contains safety information and while backing. specific to Toro products or other safety information that you must know that is not included in the ANSI Be aware of the mower discharge direction and standards. - Page 8 Safety Before operating a machine with ROPS (roll When operating a machine with ROPS (roll over over protection) be certain the seat belts are protection) always use seat belt. attached to prevent the seat from pivoting Be certain that the seat belt can be released forward.
- Page 9 Safety Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Protect your face, eyes and clothing when working with a battery. Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks and flames away from battery.
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Page 11: Slope Chart
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Page 13: Safety And Instruction Decals
Safety Safety and Instruction 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. TOP OF CONSOLE UNDER SEAT (Part No. E513747) ON RIGHT SIDE OF HEIGHT OF ON LEFT SIDE OF ON TOP OF CONSOLE LEFT... - Page 14 Safety UNDER FOOTREST (Part No. 99–3924) ON FRAME NEAR MUFFLER (Part No. 65–2690) LOWER LEFT OF CONSOLE (Part No. 98–4387) ON TOP LEFT SIDE OF FRAME (Part No. E633818) ON CONTROL PANEL (Part No. 99–3942)
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Page 16: Gasoline And Oil
Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for POTENTIAL HAZARD automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded In certain conditions gasoline is extremely regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is flammable and highly explosive. not available. WHAT CAN HAPPEN IMPORTANT: Never use methanol, gasoline A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn... -
Page 17: Using Stabilizer/Conditioner
Gasoline and Oil Filling the Fuel Tank Shut the engine off and set the parking brake. POTENTIAL HAZARD Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Clean around each fuel tank cap and remove the Long–term eposure to vapors has caused cap. -
Page 18: Assembly
Install seat rod Locknut 5/16” Control lever–right Control lever–left Install motion control levers Bolt 3/8–1 x 1” (26 mm) Spring washer 3/8” Operator’s Manual Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro... -
Page 19: Install Drive Wheels
Assembly Install Drive Wheels Install Seat Retaining Rod Uncrate mower. Tilt seat up. Remove 5/16” (8mm) locknut from bolt attaching seat retaining rod to seat frame Remove wheel bolts or nuts from rear wheel (Fig. 2). hubs. Remove retaining rod from seat and insert the Align holes. -
Page 20: Install Motion Control Levers
Assembly Install Motion Control Levers If the ends of the levers hit against each other, while in the drive position (Fig 4) (levers rotated in as far as possible) make adjustments by Remove the (4) 3/8–16 x 1” (26 mm) bolts and moving the levers outwards to the neutral lock (4) 3/8”... -
Page 21: Activate The Battery
Assembly Activate the Battery Remove filler caps from the battery. Slowly pour electrolyte into each cell until the electrolyte level is up to the lower part of the tube (Fig. 5). Bulk electrolyte with 1.260 specific gravity must be purchased from a local battery supply outlet. Remove the battery from the machine. -
Page 22: Install Battery
Assembly Install Battery Position battery in tray with terminal posts POTENTIAL HAZARD toward the engine (Fig. 7). Charging battery produces gasses. First, install the positive (red) battery cable to WHAT CAN HAPPEN positive (+) battery terminal. Battery gasses can explode. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Then install negative battery cable and ground Keep cigarettes, sparks and flames away... -
Page 23: Hydraulic System
Assembly Hydraulic System Checking the Hydraulic Fluid Check the hydraulic fluid level before engine is first started. Fluid Type: Mobil 1 15W–50 synthetic motor oil. IMPORTANT: Use only oil specified. Other fluids could cause system damage. Figure 8 Hydraulic System Oil Capacity: 2.1 qt. (2.0 l) 1. -
Page 24: Greasing The Bearings
Assembly Greasing the Bearings Check Engine Oil Level Make sure cutting unit spindles are full of grease Before you start the engine and use the machine, before engine is first started. check the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking Oil Level, page 42. -
Page 25: Operation
Operation Think Safety First Controls Please carefully read all the safety instructions on Become familiar with all the controls (Fig. 1) before pages 3–13. Knowing this information could help you start the engine and operate the machine. you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury. POTENTIAL HAZARD Loud sound can cause ear damage and loss of hearing. -
Page 26: Parking Brake
Operation Parking Brake Releasing the Parking Brake Push forward and down on the parking brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the lever to release the parking brake (Fig. 2). The machine or leave it unattended. parking brake is “DISENGAGED”. IMPORTANT: Do not park on slopes unless wheels are chocked or blocked. -
Page 27: Starting And Stopping The Engine
Operation Starting and Stopping the Engine Starting Sit down on the seat and move the motion controls to neutral locked position. Set the parking brake; refer to Setting the m–4201 m–2719 Parking Brake, page 24. Figure 4 Figure 5 Move the PTO (power take off) to “OFF” 1. -
Page 28: Operating The Power Take Off (Pto)
Operation Stopping Operating the Power Take Off (PTO) Move the throttle lever to “SLOW” (Fig. 6). Move the PTO (power take off) to “OFF” The power take off (PTO) switch engages and (Fig. 4). disengages power to the electric clutch. Turn the ignition key to “OFF”... -
Page 29: The Safety Interlock System
Operation The Safety Interlock System Testing the Safety Interlock System Understanding the Safety Interlock System Test the safety interlock system before you use the machine each time. If the safety system does not The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the operate as described below, have an Authorized engine from starting unless: Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately. -
Page 30: Driving Forward Or Backward
Operation Driving Forward or Backward The farther you move the traction control levers in either direction, the faster the machine will move in that direction. The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the To stop pull the motion control levers to neutral. -
Page 31: Instruments
Operation Fuel Tanks The unit has two fuel tanks, one located on the left POTENTIAL HAZARD and on the right side. Each tank connects to the fuel Someone could move or attempt to operate shut off valve in the control panel. From there a the tractor while it is unattended. -
Page 32: Adjusting Height-Of-Cut
Operation Adjusting Height-of-Cut Adjusting Anti-Scalp Rollers The height-of-cut is adjusted from 1-1/2” to 4-1/2” Whenever you change the height-of-cut it is (38 to 114 mm) in 1/4” (6 mm) increments by recommended to adjust the height of the anti-scalp relocating clevis pin in different hole locations. rollers. -
Page 33: Positioning The Seat
Operation Center Rollers Positioning the Seat Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the The seat can move forward and backward. Position ignition key to “OFF”. Move controllers to the seat where you have the best control of the neutral locked position and apply parking brake. -
Page 34: Pushing The Machine By Hand
Operation Pushing the Machine by Hand Side Discharge IMPORTANT: Always push the machine by The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses hand. Never tow the machine because clippings to the side and down toward the turf. hydraulic damage may occur. To Push the Machine POTENTIAL HAZARD Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the... -
Page 35: Transporting Machines
Operation Transporting Machines Loading Machines Use a heavy–duty trailer or truck to transport the Use extreme caution when loading units on trailers or machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all trucks. One full width ramp that is wide enough to necessary lighting and marking as required by law. - Page 36 Operation POTENTIAL HAZARD Loading a unit on a trailer or truck increases the possibility of backward tip–over. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Backward tip–over of the unit could cause serious injury or death. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Use extreme caution when operating a unit on a ramp.
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Page 37: Tips For Mowing Grass
If you cannot mow for an extended period, as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it first mow at a high cutting height; then mow again immediately with a genuine TORO replacement two days later at a lower height setting. blade. -
Page 38: Maintenance
Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Service Operation Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Service Hydraulic fluid–check level Initial Initial Oil—check level Oil—change* Initial Oil Filter–change (200 hours or every other oil change) Hydraulic filter–change Initial Safety System—check Chassis—grease* Linkage bushings—oil* Foam Air Cleaner—service* Paper Air Cleaner—service* Paper Air Cleaner—replace*... -
Page 39: Cutting Blades
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. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to keep extra blades on hand. - Page 40 Maintenance Inspecting the Blades Checking for Bent Blades Inspect the cutting edges (Fig 17). If the edges Stop the engine, set the parking brake, remove are not sharp or have nicks, remove and sharpen the key and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) the blades.
- Page 41 (Fig. 20). performance and continued safety conformance of the Repeat this procedure until the blade is balanced. machine, use genuine TORO replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards.
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Page 42: Air Cleaner
Maintenance Air Cleaner Carefully slide the foam element off the paper element (Fig. 23). Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 Unscrew the cover nut and remove the cover and operating hours. paper element (Fig. 23). Paper Element: Replace after every 100 operating hours. -
Page 43: Engine Oil
Maintenance Paper Element Engine Oil A. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to Change oil: remove dust and dirt (Fig. 25). After the first 5 operating hours. B. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and damage to the rubber seal. After every 100 operating hours. - Page 44 Maintenance Checking Oil Level Changing/Draining Oil Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This the power take off (PTO) and turn the ignition warms the oil so it drains better. key to “OFF”...
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Page 45: Spark Plug
Maintenance Change Oil Filter Spark Plug Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other Check the spark plug(s) after every 200 operating oil change. hours. Make sure the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark Note: Change oil filter more frequently when plug. -
Page 46: Fuel Filter
Maintenance Checking the Spark Plug Fuel Filter Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 30). Replace the fuel filter after every 200 operating hours If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, or yearly, whichever occurs first. the engine is operating properly. -
Page 47: Fuel Tank
Maintenance Fuel Tank Pull the fuel line off fuel filter (Fig. 32). Open fuel shut-off valve for left and right tanks. Draining The Fuel Tank Allow gasoline to drain into a gas can or drain pan. (Fig. 32). Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is POTENTIAL HAZARD empty. -
Page 48: Greasing And Lubrication
Maintenance Greasing and Lubrication Lubricate the machine when shown on the CHECK SERVICE REFERENCE AID decal (Fig. 33). Grease more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Grease with No. 2 general purpose lithium base or molybdenum base grease. How to Grease Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the ignition key to “OFF”... -
Page 49: Greasing The Bearings
Maintenance Greasing the Bearings Hydraulic System Checking the Hydraulic Fluid The cutting unit must be lubricated regularly. Refer to the Service Interval Chart on page 36. Grease with Check the hydraulic fluid level: No. 2 general purpose lithium base or molybdenum base grease. - Page 50 Maintenance Replacing the Hydraulic Filter Change the hydraulic filter: After the first 8 operating hours. After every 200 operating hours. Position machine on a level surface, stop the engine, and remove key from ignition switch. IMPORTANT: Do not substitute automotive oil filter or severe hydraulic system damage Figure 35 may result.
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Page 51: Tire Pressure
Maintenance Check Hydraulic Lines After every 100 operating hours, check hydraulic lines and hoses for leaks, loose fittings, kinked lines, loose mounting supports, wear, weather and chemical deterioration. Make necessary repairs before operating. m–1256 POTENTIAL HAZARD Figure 37 Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury. -
Page 52: Castor Pivot Bearing Adjustment
Maintenance Wheel Hub Slotted Nut Check after every 500 operating hours. The slotted nut needs to be torqued to 125 ft–lbs (169.5 N m). Stop the engine, set the parking brake, remove m–1872 the key and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) Figure 38 from the spark plug(s). -
Page 53: Mower Leveling
Maintenance Mower Leveling Note: When hardware is loose, deck will rotate the lift handle up out of position. Position mower on a flat surface. Stop the When hardware is loosened, remaining tension engine, set the parking brake, remove the key in the large support springs will tend to rotate the and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the deck lift handle up, out of the 1–1/2”... -
Page 54: Adjusting Push Arms
Maintenance 12. Raise deck to 3 inch height of cut and measure Adjusting Push Arms actual height from blade tips to ground. Height of cut for the front blade tips should be To adjust push arms, loosen jam nut and rotate 3.00 .125 (76mm 3mm). -
Page 55: Throttle Lever Adjustment
Maintenance Throttle Lever Adjustment Clean Under Deck The tension can be adjusted by adjusting the tightness Remove grass build up under deck daily. of lever pivot bolt. Do this when needed. Position mower on a flat surface. Stop the Stop engine, remove ignition key. engine, set the parking brake, remove the key and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the Remove console from machine to gain access to... -
Page 56: Replacing The Deck Belt
Maintenance Replacing the Deck Belt Squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping POTENTIAL HAZARD when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks and Spring is under tension when installed. cracks are signs of a worn deck belt. Replace the deck WHAT CAN HAPPEN belt if any of these conditions are evident. -
Page 57: Replacing The Pump Drive Belt
Maintenance Replacing the Pump Drive Belt Replacing the Grass Deflector Check pump drive belt for wear after every 50 hours Stop the engine, set the parking brake, remove of operation. the key and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the spark plug(s). Remove deck belt first. -
Page 58: Adjusting Motion Controls
Maintenance Adjusting Motion Controls Apply slight rearward pressure on the motion control lever, turn the head of the adjustment bolt in the appropriate direction until lever is centered in neutral lock position (keeping Adjusting Handle Neutral rearward pressure on the lever will keep the pin If motion control levers do not align, or move easily at the end of the slot and allow the adjustment into the console notch, adjustment is required. - Page 59 Maintenance Adjusting Hydraulic Pump Neutral Note: Motion control lever must be in neutral while making any adjustments. Note: Adjust handle neutral first. That has to Open throttle to fast. Make sure wheel remains be correct before the following stopped or slightly creeps in reverse, re-adjust if adjustment can be made.
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Page 60: Adjustment Parking Brake
Maintenance Adjustment Parking Brake Fuse Service Interval/Specification Check parking brake for proper adjustment. Disengage brake lever (lever down). The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires no maintenance: however, if a fuse blows check Measure the length of the spring. Measurement component/circuit for malfunction or short. -
Page 61: Battery
Maintenance Battery Adding Water to the Battery The best time to add distilled water to the battery is Check the electrolyte level in the battery every 25 just before you operate the machine. This lets the hours. Always keep the battery clean and fully water mix thoroughly with the electrolyte solution. -
Page 62: Waste Disposal
The tilt switch on this unit contains mercury, a Return the switch to your Toro dealer if it is faulty hazardous material. Mercury that is outside a sealed and is being replaced or if the unit containing the container vaporizes at room temperature. - Page 63 Maintenance Wiring Diagram...
- Page 64 Maintenance Cleaning and Storage For long-term storage (more than 90 days) add stabilizer/conditioner additive to fuel in the tank (1 oz. per gallon). Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake and turn the ignition key to “OFF” A.
- Page 65 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter does not crank Blade control (PTO) is Move blade control (PTO) to ENGAGED. DISENGAGED. Parking brake is not on. Set parking brake. Operator is not seated. Sit on the seat. Battery is dead. Charge the battery.
- Page 66 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine overheats. Engine load is excessive. Reduce ground speed. Oil level in crankcase is low. Add oil to crankcase. Cooling fins and air passages Remove obstruction from under engine blower housing cooling fins and air passages. are plugged.
- Page 67 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Uneven cutting height. Blade(s) not sharp. Sharpen blade(s). Cutting blade(s) is/are bent. Install new cutting blade(s). Mower is not level. Level mower from side-to-side and front-to-rear. Gage wheel not set correctly. Adjust gage wheel height. Underside of mower is dirty.
- Page 69 What Is Covered By This Express Warranty? analysis of the defect in materials or workmanship or if you need a referral to a TORO ProLine Service Dealer, please feel free to The Toro Company promises to repair any TORO Product...