With 60in turbo force side discharge mower (72 pages)
Summary of Contents for Toro Z Master Professional 7000 Series
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With 52in, 60in, and 72in TURBO FORCE ® Side Discharge Mower Model No. 74266—Serial No. 316000001 and Up Model No. 74267—Serial No. 316000001 and Up Model No. 74274—Serial No. 316000001 and Up *3400-455* C Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product.
Safety This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI B71.4-2012. General Safety This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious personal injury. Using this product for purposes other than its intended use could prove dangerous to you and bystanders.
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.
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 missing. decal58-6520 decal106-5517 58-6520 106-5517 1. Grease 1. Warning—do not touch the hot surface. decal93-7818 93-7818 1.
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decal107-1861 107-1861 decal107-3069 107-3069 1. Warning–there is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down. 2. To avoid injury or death from a rollover accident, keep the roll bar in the raised and locked position and wear the seat belt.
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decal107-3963 107-3963 1. Cutting/dismemberment 2. Cutting/dismemberment 3. Thrown object 4. Before starting the engine, hazard, mower blade—do hazard of hand or foot, hazard—keep bystanders clean grass and debris from a safe distance away from not carry passengers and mower blade—remove the mower belt and pulleys, keep bystanders away.
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decal107-3968 107-3968 decal108-5981 1. Disengage 3. Parking brake 108-5981 2. Engage decal107-7719 107-7719 1. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, fan and entanglement hazard, belt—stay away from moving parts. decal110-2067 2. Before starting the engine, clean grass and debris from the 110-2067 mower belt and pulleys, insert the ignition key, and start the engine.
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decal112-9028 112-9028 1. Warning—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards in place. decal110-3852 110-3852 1. Remove the ignition key 2. Continuous tone signals and read the instructions the user that engine is before servicing or overheating. performing maintenance. decal114-9600 114-9600 1.
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decal117-2718 117-2718 decal121-7562 121–7562 decal117-3848 1. Push to start 4. Variable-speed control 117-3848 2. Read the Operator’s 5. Fast 1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance Manual for more away from the machine. information on preheating the engine. 2. Thrown object hazard, mower-do not operate the machine without the deflector, discharge cover, or grass collection 3.
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decal127-0326 127-0326 1. Read the Operator's 3. Remove the key from Manual. the ignition and read the Operator's Manual before performing maintenance or servicing the machine. 2. Height of cut decal110-0820 110-0820 1. Fast 5. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2. Slow 6.
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decalbatterysymbols Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the battery. 2. No fire, open flame, or 7. Wear eye protection; smoking explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries.
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decal132-0871 132-0871 Note: This machine complies with the industry standard stability test in the static lateral and longitudinal tests with the maximum recommended slope indicated on the decal. Review the instructions for operating the machine on slopes in the Operator’s Manual as well as the conditions in which you would operate the machine to determine whether you can operate the machine in those conditions on that day and at that site.
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 Safety-Interlock Indicators There are symbols on the hour meter that indicate with a black triangle that the interlock component is positioned correctly (Figure...
Contact your • Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to sources of ignition. www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. • Use only an approved fuel container. •...
Biodiesel Ready • Remove the equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it while it is on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel from a portable container This machine can also use a biodiesel blended fuel rather than a fuel-dispenser nozzle.
WARNING 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. •...
Important: Always use the seat belt with the DANGER roll bar in the raised position. Operating the machine while the roll bar is down may lead to serious injury or death in the event of a rollover. Always keep the roll bar in the fully raised and locked position and use the seat belt.
CAUTION This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85 dBA at the operator’s ear and can cause hearing loss through extended periods of exposure. Wear hearing protection when operating this machine. Use protective equipment for your eyes, ears, hands, g009612 feet, and head.
Positioning the Seat Changing the Seat Suspension The seat moves forward and backward. Position the seat where you have the best control of the machine The seat adjusts to provide a smooth and comfortable and are most comfortable. ride. Position the seat where you are most To adjust, move the lever sideways to unlock the seat comfortable.
Never carry passengers on the machine and keep the engine. bystanders and pets away from the machine during operation. • Use accessories and attachments approved by Toro only. • Operate the machine only in good visibility to avoid holes or hidden hazards. Rollover Protection System •...
Operating the Parking Operating the Mower Brake Blade-Control Switch (PTO) Always engage the parking brake when you stop the The blade-control switch (PTO) starts and stops the machine or leave it unattended. mower blades and any powered attachments. Engaging the Parking Brake Engaging the Blade-Control Switch (PTO) WARNING...
Operating the Throttle Starting and Shutting Off the Engine You can move the throttle control between the F and S positions (). Always use the F position when turning on the Starting the Engine in Normal mower deck with the blade-control switch (PTO). Weather Important: Use starting cycles of no more than...
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Starting the Engine in Cold Shutting Off the Engine Weather (Below 23°F or -5°C) CAUTION Use the correct engine oil for the starting temperature; Children or bystanders may be injured if they refer to Servicing the Engine Oil (page 41). move or attempt to operate the tractor while Important: Use starting cycles of no more than...
Using the Motion-Control CAUTION Levers 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. g004532 Figure 25 1.
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Driving Forward Driving Backward Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. Note: The engine stops when you move the traction-control with the parking brake engaged. To go backward, slowly pull the motion-control levers rearward (). To stop, pull the motion-control levers to the N EUTRAL position.
Stopping the Machine Adjusting the Height of Cut To stop the machine, move the traction control levers Adjust the height of cut from 38 to 127 mm (1-1/2 to 5 to the N position and then to the N inches) in 6 mm (1/4 inch) increments by moving the EUTRAL EUTRAL LOCK...
Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers Whenever you change the height of cut, it is recommended to adjust the height of the anti-scalp rollers. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move the motion-control levers to the N EUTRAL LOCK position, and engage the parking brake. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
Position B Use this position when bagging. Always align it with the blower opening. g000945 Figure 32 Positioning the Flow Baffle The following figures are only recommendations for use. Adjustments vary by grass type, moisture content, and the height of the grass. g005833 Figure 34 Note:...
Cutting more than that is not recommended unless damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a grass is sparse, or it is late fall when grass grows genuine Toro replacement blade. more slowly. Alternating the Mowing Direction Alternate the mowing direction to keep the grass standing straight.
After Operation After Operation Safety General Safety • Clean grass and debris from the cutting units, mufflers, and engine compartment to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills. • Shut off the fuel before storing or transporting the machine.
Changing to Machine Operation Loading the Machine Rotate the bypass valves clockwise 1 turn to operate Use extreme caution when loading or the unloading machine (Figure 37). machine onto a trailer or a truck. Use a full-width ramp that is wider than the machine for this procedure. Note: Do not over-tighten the bypass valves.
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g027996 Figure 39 1. Full-width ramp in stowed 4. Ramp is at least 4 times position as long as the height of the trailer or truck bed to the ground 2. Side view of full-width 5. H= height of the trailer or ramp in loading position truck bed to the ground 3.
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Check the engine cooling system level. • Adjust the mower belt tension (for 72in mowers only). After the first 8 hours • Check the hydraulic fluid. • Change the hydraulic filter. After the first 25 hours •...
• Adjust the caster-pivot bearing. • Adjust the electric clutch. Every 500 hours • Change the hydraulic filter and hydraulic fluid when using Toro® HYPR-OIL™ 500 hydraulic fluid. • Grease the front caster pivots (more often in dirty or dusty conditions).
Lubrication Adding Grease Lubricate the grease fittings as shown on the Check Lubricate the machine when shown on the Check Service Reference Aid decal (Figure 40). Service Reference Aid decal (Figure 40). Grease more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Grease Type: No.
Greasing the Mower Deck and Belt Idlers Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease the mower deck and spindles. Grease with No. 2 lithium or molybdenum grease. Important: Make sure that the cutting-unit spindles are full of grease weekly. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move the motion-control levers to the N EUTRAL LOCK...
Lubricating the With the open end of the wheel facing up, fill the area inside the wheel around the axle full of Caster-Wheel Hubs general-purpose grease. Insert the second bearing and new seal into the Service Interval: Yearly wheel. Shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to Apply a thread-locking adhesive to the second stop, remove the key, and engage the parking spacer nut, and thread it onto the axle with the...
Engine Maintenance WARNING Contact with hot surfaces may cause personal injury. Keep your hands, feet, face, clothing, and other body parts away the muffler and other hot surfaces. Engine Safety Shut off the engine before checking the oil or adding oil to the crankcase.
Preparing to Service the Engine Important: The fasteners for the front engine panel are designed to remain on the machine after cover removal. Loosen all of the fasteners a few turns so that the panel is loose but still attached, then go back and loosen them until the panel comes free.
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Checking the Engine-Oil Level Important: Add the oil very slowly and do not block the opening of the filler hole Service Interval: Before each use or daily (Figure 40). If you add oil too fast or block the hole, the oil could back up and foul the Note: Check the oil when the engine is cold.
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Changing the Engine-Oil Filter Service Interval: After the first 50 hours Every 200 hours Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Draining the Engine Oil (page 42). Change the engine-oil filter (Figure 52). g032646 g032649 g032642 Figure 51 Note: Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center.
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Changing the Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil Tilt the seat forward and remove the front engine Service Interval: After the first 50 hours panel (Figure 54). Every 100 hours Start the engine and let it run for 5 minutes. Note: This warms the oil so it drains better.
Fuel System Maintenance Servicing the Fuel Filter and Water Seperator Service Interval: Every 40 hours—Drain the water separator. Every 400 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first)—Replace the fuel filter (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). Draining the Water Separator g001163 Figure 56 Position the machine on a level surface.
Changing the Fuel Filter Servicing the Fuel Tank Never install a dirty fuel filter if it is removed from the Do not attempt to drain the fuel tank. Ensure that an fuel line. Authorized Service Dealer drains the fuel tank and services any components of the fuel system.
Electrical System WARNING Incorrect battery cable routing could damage Maintenance the machine and cables causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to Electrical System Safety explode, resulting in personal injury. • Disconnect the battery before repairing the • Always disconnect the negative (black) machine.
Installing the Battery Note: Do not run the machine with the battery disconnected, electrical damage may occur. Note: Position the battery in the tray with the terminal posts opposite from the hydraulic tank. g000960 Figure 62 1. Positive battery post 3.
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 Control Handle Neutral Position (page 60) Setting the Hydraulic Pump Neutral Position (page 65).
g001055 Figure 65 Checking the Wheel-Hub Slotted Nut Service Interval: After the first 100 hours—Check the wheel-hub slotted nut. Every 500 hours—Check the wheel-hub slotted nut. g001070 Figure 64 Torque the slottled nut to 286 to 352 N∙m (211 to 260 ft-lb).
Adjusting the Electric Clutch Service Interval: Every 500 hours The clutch is adjustable to ensure proper engagement and proper braking. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move the motion-control levers to the N EUTRAL LOCK position, and engage the parking brake. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
Cooling System Install the rubber clutch strap to the mower frame with the 2 previously removed bolts and Maintenance nuts (Figure 69). Pull up on the spring-loaded idler for the PTO-drive belt and install it onto the clutch Servicing the Cooling pulley (Figure 68).
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Cleaning the Hydraulic-Fluid Position the machine on a level surface, shut off the engine, and engage the parking brake. Cooler and Radiator Screen Unlatch the seat and tilt the seat up. Service Interval: Before each use or daily With the engine cool, check the overflow bottle Before each use, check and clean the radiator screen level.
Brake Maintenance Belt Maintenance Inspecting the Belts Adjusting the Parking Service Interval: Every 100 hours Brake Check the belts for squealing when the belt is rotating, Service Interval: Every 25 hours blades slipping when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks and cracks are signs of a worn mower Every 200 hours belt.
Replacing the PTO-Drive While holding the belt tension and spring length, tighten the idler plate bolts that secure the idler Belt plate (Figure 77). Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Check the PTO-drive belt. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move the motion-control levers to the N EUTRAL LOCK position, and engage the parking brake.
Intall the rubber clutch stop. Install the spring to the idler arm (Figure 79). g007177 Figure 80 1. Clutch 3. Spring 2. Pump drive belt 4. Spring-loaded idler pulley g007176 Replacing and Tensioning Figure 79 the Alternator Belt 1. Gearbox 4.
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Install the oil cooler shield and engine straps to the rear frame with the 4 bolts previously removed (Figure 81). Install the engine straps to the side of the machine (Figure 81). Tighten the bottom bolt and install the upper bolt holding the alternator and cover (Figure 83).
Tensioning the Alternator Belt Controls System Place a handle between the alternator and Maintenance cylinder block. Adjust the alternator to the outside until there Adjusting the Control is 7 to 9 mm (1/4 to 11/32 inch) deflection in the belt between the engine and the alternator Handle Neutral Position pulleys with 10 kg (22.1 lb) of force (Figure...
Seek immediate medical attention if fluid is injected into skin. Injected fluid must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor. Servicing the Hydraulic System Hydraulic-Fluid Type: Toro ® HYPR-OIL ™ hydraulic fluid or Mobil ® 1 15W-50 fluid Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity: 3.9 L (132 oz)
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Remove the cap from the filler neck and look WARNING inside to check if there is fluid in the reservoir Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure (Figure 86). can penetrate skin and cause injury. If there is no fluid, add fluid to the reservoir until •...
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Service Interval: After the first 25 hours Every 250 hours—Change the hydraulic filter and hydraulic fluid when using Mobil ® 1 fluid. Every 500 hours—Change the hydraulic filter and hydraulic fluid when using Toro ® ™ HYPR-OIL 500 hydraulic fluid. Use summer filter above 0°C (32°F)
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Bleeding the Hydraulic System The traction system is self bleeding, however, it may be necessary to bleed the system if fluid is changed or after work is performed on the system. Raise the rear of the machine so that the wheels are off the ground and support with jack stands.
Setting the Hydraulic Pump WARNING Neutral Position Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury. Note: Adjust the handle neutral first. That needs to • If hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin it be correct before the following adjustment can be must be surgically removed within a few made.
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Setting the Left Hydraulic Pump Open the throttle to FAST Neutral Position Note: Make sure that the wheel remains stopped or slightly creeps in reverse; adjust if Loosen the locknuts at the ball joints on the necessary. pump control rod (Figure 91).
Mower Deck WARNING The electrical system does not perform Maintenance proper safety shut off with the jumper wire installed. Leveling the Mower at 3 • Remove the jumper wire from the wire harness connector and plug the Positions connector into the seat switch when you complete the adjustment.
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Leveling the Mower Side-to-Side Position the right blade side-to-side (Figure 92). g001040 Figure 93 1. Rear chain 5. Adjustment bolt 2. Rear-support arm 6. Front swivel g006888 Figure 92 3. Bolt 7. Front-support arm 4. Jam nut 1. Measure here from blade 2.
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Adjusting the Compression Spring Raise the mower lift lever to the transport position. Check the distance between the 2 large washers, it needs to be 28.2 cm (11-1/8 inches) for 52 inch mower decks, 26.7 cm (10-1/2 inches) for 60 inch mower decks, or 29.2 cm (11-1/2 inches) for 72 inch mower decks (Figure 95).
3. Wear/slot forming damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a 2. Curved area 4. Crack genuine Toro replacement blade. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to keep extra blades on hand. Checking for Bent Blades Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move...
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To blade balancer (). ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro Note: If the blade stays in a horizontal position, replacement blades. Replacement blades made by the blade is balanced and can be used.
Installing the Blades Replacing the Grass Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (). Deflector Important: The curved part of the blade must be pointing upward toward the inside WARNING of the mower to ensure proper cutting. An uncovered discharge opening could Install the spring disk and blade bolt ().
Cleaning Cleaning under the Mower Service Interval: Before each use or daily Remove the grass buildup under the mower daily. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move the motion-control levers to the N EUTRAL LOCK position, and engage the parking brake. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
Storage Important: Do not store stabilizer/conditioned fuel over 90 days. Cleaning and Storage Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or replace any part that is damaged. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), engage the parking brake, turn the ignition key Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The starter does not crank. 1. The blade-control switch (PTO) is 1. Move the blade-control switch (PTO) engaged. to disengaged. 2. The parking brake is not engaged. 2. Engage the parking brake. 3. The drive levers are not in the 3.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action There is abnormal vibration. 1. The cutting blade(s) is/are bent or 1. Install new cutting blade(s). unbalanced. 2. The blade mounting bolt is loose. 2. Tighten the blade mounting bolt. 3. The engine mounting bolts are loose. 3.
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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.