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Form No. 3443-711 Rev C Bagger Kit Z Master ® 4000 Series Riding Mower Model No. 78463—Serial No. 400000000 and Up *3443-711* 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 Figure 2 identify the location of the model and serial numbers on the product.
Contents This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information Safety ............... 4 worthy of special attention. Safety and Instructional Decals ......5 The safety-alert symbol (Figure 3) appears both in Setup ................
Safety • Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, with the operator controls, and safety signs. • Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the operating characteristics and the stability of the machine. •...
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. decal133-8061 133-8061 decal126-9451 126-9451 1. Thrown objects hazard—Do not run the blower without the entire collection system installed and latched.
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decal106-5517 106-5517 1. Warning—do not touch the hot surface. decal126-9595 126-9595 1. Rotation indicator 2. Impeller/Rotating Blades hazard-Keep hands away from moving parts. Keep all safety devices in place and working. Do not reach into the blower unless the rotation indicator has stopped.
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. – No parts required Prepare the machine. Shoulder bolt Wave washer Install the ROPS pivot shoulder bolt. Locknut (1/2 inch) Weight Carriage bolt (3/8 x 1 inch) Install the weights.
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Procedure Description Qty. Blower assembly Pivot pin Install the blower assembly. Roll pin Blower-belt cover Install the bagger belt, spring, and blower-belt cover. Cover knob Upper tube Lower tube Bolt (#10 x 3/4 inch) Install the discharge tubes. Locknut (#10) Washer (7/32 inch) –...
Preparing the Machine No Parts Required Procedure Park the machine on a level surface. Move the motion-control levers to the N position. EUTRAL Engage the parking brake. Shut off the engine and remove the key. g037289 Figure 4 Installing the ROPS Pivot Shoulder Bolts Parts needed for this procedure: Shoulder bolt...
Installing the Weights Installing the Bagger Supports and Brackets Parts needed for this procedure: Weight Parts needed for this procedure: Carriage bolt (3/8 x 1 inch) Lower support Flange nut (3/8 inch) Upper support Left, upper bracket Procedure Right, upper bracket Backer plate Secure the weight to the caster arm using 2 carriage bolts (3/8 x 1 inch) and 2 flange nuts...
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Remove the 2 torx-head bolts and 2 nuts from Loosely secure the lower support to the engine the left, rear guard (Figure plate using 2 carriage bolts (5/16 x 2-1/4 inches), 1 backer plate, and 2 flange nuts (5/16 inch) as Note: Perform the step above on 1 side of the shown in...
Insert the lock pin through the bagger frame and cross brace (Figure 12). Note: You may need to loosen the hardware to align the lock pin to the hole. Installing the Bagger Frame Parts needed for this procedure: Bag support Lock-pin assembly Procedure Arrange the bagger frame around the pivot pins...
Installing the Bags Installing the Hitch Cover Parts needed for this procedure: Parts needed for this procedure: Bags Hitch cover Procedure Procedure Hook the bag to the bagger frame (Figure 13). Apply a lubricant to the nipple on the hitch cover. Align the hitch cover over the hitch and press it into place (Figure...
Remove the locknut, bolt, spring, and spacer holding the deflector to the pivot brackets (Figure 17). Removing the Existing Belt Cover, Bracket, and Discharge Chute No Parts Required Procedure Note: Clean the area around the belt cover before removing it. g015594 Lower the mower deck to the lowest height-of-cut Figure 17...
Installing the Blower-Pulley Assembly and Belt-Cover Bracket Parts needed for this procedure: Blower pulley Pulley mount Locknut (3/8 inch) Belt-cover bracket Speed nut Carriage bolt (1/4 x 3/4 inch) Locknut (1/4 inch) Procedure g334846 Figure 18 Use a 3/8-inch ratchet in the square hole in the idler arm to remove tension on the idler spring 1.
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Use a wrench (1-1/2 inches) to hold the spindle shaft, as you remove the hex nut (3/4 inch) and washer from the spindle shaft (Figure 19). Note: Retain the hex nut (3/4 inch) and washer. g341576 Figure 19 1. Hex nut (3/4 inch) 3.
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Ensure that the blade bolt is torqued to 75 to 81 N∙m (55 to 60 ft-lb). Install the mower belt around the lower pulley of the double pulley (Figure 21). g341575 Figure 21 1. Lower pulley 2. Mower belt Install the belt-cover bracket to the mower deck using 2 carriage bolts (1/4 x 3/4 inch) and 2 locknuts (1/4 inch) as shown in Figure...
Installing the Baffle Parts needed for this procedure: Baffle Carriage bolt (5/16 x 7/8 inch) Flange nut (5/16 inch) Carriage bolt (3/8 x 7/8 inch) Flange nut (3/8 inch) Procedure Remove the 2 existing flange nuts (3/8 inch) and 2 carriage bolts (3/8 x 7/8 inch) from the mower deck (Figure 23).
Installing the Blower Assembly Parts needed for this procedure: Blower assembly Pivot pin Roll pin Procedure g341589 Verify that the pivot pin is secured on the blower Figure 26 assembly in the correct location (Figure 25 Figure 1. Blower assembly 3.
Move the latch pin from the locking position to the open position (Figure 28). Installing the Blower Belt, Spring, and Blower-Belt Cover Parts needed for this procedure: Blower-belt cover Cover knob Procedure Arrange the blower belt around the drive pulley as shown in Figure g018370...
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g341601 Figure 31 1. Cover knob 2. Blower-belt cover g018371 Figure 30 Installing the tension spring and aligning the belt 1. Blower assembly 6. Spring 2. Latch pin (locking position) 7. Idler-spring post 3. Chute bracket 8. Spring (hook end) 4.
Note: The hopper seal must protrude outward from the bagger hood. Installing the Discharge Tubes Parts needed for this procedure: Upper tube Lower tube Bolt (#10 x 3/4 inch) Locknut (#10) g007027 Washer (7/32 inch) Figure 33 1. Dimple Procedure Install the lower tube into the upper tube (Figure Lower the machine deck to the lowest...
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Note: There is a latch on the top and bottom diameter) where the upper and lower tubes join of the blower housing. together (Figure 36). g003449 g037981 Figure 35 Figure 36 1. Blower assembly 3. Latch (twin bagger shown) 1. Bagger hood 4.
Join the upper and lower tubes with 3 bolts (#10 x 3/4 inch), flat washers, and locknuts as shown Figure Checking the Tire Pressure For Machines with Pneumatic Tires Only No Parts Required Procedure Increase the tire pressure due to the additional weight. Note: This is not applicable with semi-pneumatic tires.
Emptying the Grass Bags Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the WARNING machine from the normal operating position. Debris, such as leaves, grass, or brush can catch fire. A fire in the engine area can cause WARNING personal injury and property damage.
Removing the Bagger Lower the bagger hood over the bags. Latch the bagger hood. WARNING Clearing Obstructions from Components around the engine are hot if the machine has been running. Touching hot the Bagger System components can cause burns. • Do not touch the engine hot components. WARNING •...
Operating Tips CAUTION As the bagger fills, extra weight is added to Tips for Bagging the back of the machine. If you stop and start the machine suddenly on hills, you may lose steering control or the machine may tip. Remembering the Size •...
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Inspect the blower belt. After the first 8 hours • Inspect the bagger. • Inspect the bagger. After the first 10 hours •...
Inspecting the Bagger Inspecting the Blower Belt Attachment Service Interval: After the first 8 hours Every 25 hours Service Interval: After the first 10 hours Check belts for cracks, frayed edges, burn marks, Before storage or any other damage. Replace any belts that are Inspect the bagger attachment after the first 10 hours damaged.
In most mowing conditions, the standard high lift blades provide the best bagging performance. The Toro Atomic blade is recommended for bagging leaves in dry conditions. In dry dusty conditions, the medium lift or low lift blades reduce dust and dirt blowout while providing effective bagging air flow.
Replacing the Grass Storage Deflector Empty the bagger attachment; refer to Emptying the Grass Bags (page 25). WARNING Inspect the bagger attachment for damage. An uncovered discharge opening could allow Ensure that the bags are empty and thoroughly the machine to throw objects toward you or dry.
Troubleshooting 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 blower pulley or pulley assembly 3.
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While the exposure from Toro products may be negligible or well within the “no significant risk” range, out of an abundance of caution, Toro has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover, if Toro does not provide these warnings, it could be sued by the State of California or by private parties seeking to enforce Prop 65 and subject to substantial penalties.