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- Page 1 Form No. 3441-675 Rev D Z Master ® 4000 Series Riding Mower Model No. 74048TE—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Model No. 74053TE—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Model No. 74056TE—Serial No. 400000000 and Up *3441-675* Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
- Page 2 Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or situation which, if not avoided, will result in death additional information, contact an Authorized Service or serious injury. Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 •...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Fuel System Maintenance ........43 Replacing the Fuel Filter ........43 Servicing the Fuel Tank........43 Safety ............... 4 Electrical System Maintenance ......44 General Safety ........... 4 Electrical System Safety ........44 Slope Indicator ........... 5 Servicing the Battery......... 44 Safety and Instructional Decals ...... -
Page 4: Safety
Safety This machine has been designed in accordance with EN ISO 5395. 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 or death. • Read and understand the contents of this Operator’s Manual before starting the engine. -
Page 5: Slope Indicator
Slope Indicator g011841 Figure 3 You may copy this page for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can 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 6: 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 missing. decaloemmarkt Manufacturer's Mark 1. This mark indicates that the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. - Page 7 decal109-6035 109-6035 decal107-3069 107-3069 1. Warning–there is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down. decal127-0326 127-0326 2. To avoid injury or death from a rollover accident, keep the roll bar in the raised and locked position and wear the seat 1.
- Page 8 decal117-3848 117-3848 decal116-5610 1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders away. 116-5610 2. Thrown object hazard, raised deflector—do not operate 1. Hour meter 4. Neutral without the deflector, discharge cover, or grass collection 2. Power take-off (PTO) 5. Operator presence switch system in place. 3.
- Page 9 decal140-4927 140-4927 1. Height of cut (inches/millimeters) decal132-5067 132-5067 decal144-6569 144-6569 1. Headlights 3. Engine speed—slow 2. Engine speed—fast...
- Page 10 decal144-2669 144-2669 1. Check the engine-oil level. 4. Grease the caster wheel. 2. Check the hydraulic-fluid 5. Read the Operator’s level. Manual before performing maintenance. 3. Check the tire pressure. 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.
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Page 11: Product Overview
Controls Product Overview Become familiar with all the controls before you start the engine and operate the machine. Control Panel g332505 Figure 4 1. Height-of-cut positions 7. Fuel cap 2. Controls 8. Parking-brake lever g332503 3. Motion-control levers 9. Mower deck Figure 5 4. - Page 12 Throttle Control Neutral-Lock Position The throttle controls the engine speed, and it has a Move the motion-control levers outward from the continuous-variable setting from the S to F center to the N position when exiting EUTRAL LOCK position (Figure the machine (Figure 25).
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Page 13: Specifications
535 to 590 kg (1,180 to 1,300 lb) Attachments/Accessories A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro distributor or go to www.Toro.com... -
Page 14: Before Operation
Fuel Safety Operation • Fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and Note: Determine the left and right sides of the others and can damage property. machine from the normal operating position. –... -
Page 15: Adding Fuel
Adding Fuel Note: Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. The empty space in the tank allows the fuel to expand. Recommended Fuel • For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than 30 days old), unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method). -
Page 16: Breaking In A New Machine
Breaking in a New Machine New engines take time to develop full power. Mower decks and drive systems have higher friction when new, placing additional load on the engine. Allow 40 to 50 hours of break-in time for new machines to develop full power and best performance. -
Page 17: Using The Safety-Interlock System
Using the Safety-Interlock Test the safety-interlock system before you use the machine each time. If the safety system does not System operate as described below, have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately. Sit on the seat, engage the parking brake, and WARNING move the blade-control switch (PTO) to the O If the safety-interlock switches are... -
Page 18: Positioning The Seat
Positioning the Seat The seat can move forward and backward. Position the seat where you have the best control of the machine and are most comfortable (Figure 11). g030065 Figure 12 1. Firmest position 3. Detents in the slots 2. Softest position Note: Ensure that the left and right rear-shock g027632... -
Page 19: During Operation
During Operation During Operation Safety General Safety • The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible for accidents that may cause personal injury or g030024 property damage. • Use your full attention while operating the machine. Do not engage in any activity that causes distractions;... - Page 20 Avoid discharging Authorized Service Dealer to inspect the ROPS. material against a wall or obstruction because the • Use only Toro approved accessories and material may ricochet back toward you. attachments for the ROPS. •...
- Page 21 – Evaluate the site conditions of the day to determine if the slope is safe for machine operation. Use common sense and good judgment when performing this evaluation. Changes in the terrain, such as moisture, can quickly affect the operation of the machine on a slope.
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Page 22: Entering The Operator's Position
Entering the Operator’s Disengaging the Parking Brake Position Use the mower deck as a step to get into the operator’s position (Figure 16). g339561 Figure 18 g029797 Figure 16 1. Step here. Operating the Parking Brake Always engage the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. -
Page 23: Operating The Mower Blade-Control Switch (Pto)
Operating the Mower Operating the Throttle Blade-Control Switch (PTO) You can move the throttle control between F positions (Figure 21). The blade-control switch (PTO) starts and stops the Always use the F position when engaging the PTO. mower blades and any powered attachments. Engaging the Blade-Control Switch (PTO) Note:... -
Page 24: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine Shutting Off the Engine Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking. CAUTION Important: Do not engage the starter for more Children or bystanders may be injured if they than 5 seconds at a time. Engaging the starter move or attempt to operate the machine while motor for more than 5 seconds can damage the it is unattended. -
Page 25: Using The Motion-Control Levers
Using the Motion-Control Driving the Machine Levers The drive wheels turn independently, powered by hydraulic motors on each axle. You can turn 1 side in reverse while you turn the other forward, causing the machine to spin rather than turn. This greatly improves the machine maneuverability but may require some time for you to adapt to how it moves. -
Page 26: Using The Side Discharge
Using the Side Discharge The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf. DANGER Without a grass deflector, discharge cover, or a complete grass-catcher assembly mounted in place, you and others are exposed to blade contact and thrown debris. -
Page 27: Adjusting The Height Of Cut
Adjusting the Height of Cut Adjusting the Height-of-Cut Pin You can adjust the height of cut from 38 to 140 mm For Machines with a Deck-Lift (1-1/2 to 5-1/2 inches) in 6 mm (1/4 inch) increments Pedal by relocating the clevis pin into different hole locations. Push the deck-lift pedal fully forward to lock the Using the Transport Lock mower deck in the T... -
Page 28: Adjusting The Height Of Cut
Adjusting the Height of Cut Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers For Machines with an Electric Deck Lift Whenever you change the height of cut, adjust the height of the anti-scalp rollers. Push up on the deck-lift switch (Figure 30). Note: Adjust the anti-scalp rollers so that the rollers do not touch the ground in normal, flat mowing areas. -
Page 29: Operating Tips
It is best to cut only about a third of the grass blade. genuine Toro replacement blade. Cutting more than that is not recommended unless grass is sparse, or it is late fall when grass grows more slowly. -
Page 30: After Operation
Using the Fuel-Shutoff After Operation Valve After Operation Safety Close the fuel-shutoff valve for transport, maintenance, and storage (Figure 33). General Safety Ensure that the fuel-shutoff valve is open when starting the engine. • Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operator’s position. -
Page 31: Using The Drive-Weel Release Valves
Using the Drive-Weel Release Valves WARNING Hands may become entangled in the rotating drive components below the engine deck, which could result in serious injury. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and allow all moving parts to stop before accessing the drive-wheel release valves. -
Page 32: Transporting The Machine
Transporting the Machine Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Use a full-width ramp. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all the necessary brakes, lighting, and marking as required by law. Please carefully read all the safety instructions. Knowing this information could help you or bystanders avoid injury. - Page 33 If using a trailer, connect it to the towing vehicle Drive the machine forward down the ramp and connect the safety chains. (Figure 36). If applicable, connect the trailer brakes and lights. Lower the ramp, ensuring that the angle between the ramp and the ground does not exceed 15 degrees (Figure 35).
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Page 34: Maintenance
• After the initial change—change the hydraulic-system filters and fluid when using Every 400 hours or yearly, Toro® HYPR-OIL™ 500 fluid (change it more often under dirty or dusty conditions). whichever comes first • Replace the safety air filter (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). -
Page 35: Pre-Maintenance Procedures
Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Check the battery charge. Monthly • Repack the caster-wheel bearings (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). Yearly • Greasing the caster-wheel hubs. • Paint chipped surfaces. Yearly or before storage • Complete all the procedures in the Storage chapter. Important: Refer to your engine owner's manual for additional maintenance procedures. -
Page 36: Lubrication
Lubrication Lubricating the Mower Deck-Lift Pivots Greasing the Machine Service Interval: Every 100 hours Grease the machine more often in dirty or dusty Use light oil or spray lubricant to lubricate the deck-lift conditions. pivots. Grease Type: No. 2 lithium or molybdenum grease Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch, and engage the parking brake. -
Page 37: Greasing The Caster Pivots
Greasing the Caster Pivots Remove a spacer nut from the axle assembly in the caster wheel. Service Interval: Every 400 hours/Yearly (whichever Note: Thread-locking compound has been comes first) (more often in dirty or applied to lock the spacer nuts to the axle. dusty conditions). -
Page 38: Engine Maintenance
Engine Maintenance Clean the inside of the air-cleaner cover with compressed air. Gently slide the primary filter out of the Engine Safety air-cleaner body (Figure 41). • Keep your hands, feet, face, clothing, and other Note: Avoid knocking the filter into the side of body parts away from the muffler and other hot the body. -
Page 39: Servicing The Engine Oil
Servicing the Engine Oil Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check operating position. the engine-oil level. Note: Ensure that the engine is cool so that the Every 100 hours—Change the engine oil (more oil has had time to drain into the sump. - Page 40 Note: This warms the oil so that it drains better. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil into the filler tube and slowly add the Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly additional oil to bring it to the Full mark (Figure lower than the opposite side to ensure that the 45).
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Page 41: Servicing The Spark Plug(S)
Servicing the Spark Plug(s) Service Interval: Every 100 hours Ensure that 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 the spark plug and a gapping tool or feeler gauge to g008804 check and adjust the air gap. - Page 42 If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating on the insulator usually means the air cleaner is dirty. Set the gap to 0.75 mm (0.03 inch). g206628 Figure 48 Installing the Spark Plug(s) g028109 Figure 49...
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Page 43: Fuel System Maintenance
Fuel System Maintenance DANGER In certain conditions, fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and others and can damage property. Refer to Fuel Safety (page 14) for a complete list of fuel related precautions. Replacing the Fuel Filter Service Interval: Every 500 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) (more often in dusty,... -
Page 44: Electrical System Maintenance
Electrical System Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the Maintenance operating position. Remove the battery as shown in Figure Electrical System Safety • Disconnect the battery before repairing the machine. - Page 45 Installing the Battery Install the battery in the machine and connect the battery cables; refer to Installing the Battery Position the battery in the tray with the terminal (page 45). posts opposite from the hydraulic tank (Figure Note: 51). Do not run the machine with the battery disconnected;...
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Page 46: 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 and circuit for a malfunction or short. Checking the Seat Belt The fuses are located on the right console next to the seat (Figure 54). -
Page 47: Checking The Tire Pressure
Checking the Tire Pressure For Machines with Pneumatic Tires Only Service Interval: Every 50 hours/Monthly (whichever comes first) For machines with pneumatic tires only. Maintain the air pressure in the caster tires and rear tires at 90 kPa (13 psi). Uneven tire pressure can cause uneven cut. -
Page 48: Brake Maintenance
Brake Maintenance Belt Maintenance Adjusting the Parking Inspecting the Belts Brake Service Interval: Every 50 hours Replace the belt if it is worn. The signs of a worn belt If you need to adjust the parking brake, contact an include squealing while the belt is rotating; the blades Authorized Service Dealer. - Page 49 g027730 Figure 59 g334846 Figure 58 1. Spring 4. Spring-loaded idler assembly 2. Clutch pulley 5. Ratchet 3. Mower belt 6. Square hole in the idler arm for the ratchet Install the belt guide on the idler arm (Figure 58). Using the 3/8-inch ratchet in the square hole, install the idler spring (Figure...
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Page 50: Replacing The Hydraulic Pump-Drive Belt
Replacing the Hydraulic Pump-Drive Belt Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), 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. -
Page 51: Controls System Maintenance
Adjusting the Tilt Controls System Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Maintenance the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the parking brake. Adjusting the Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the Control-Handle Position operating position. -
Page 52: Adjusting The Motion-Control Linkage
Adjusting the Adjust the pump-control-rod lengths by rotating the nut in the appropriate direction until the Motion-Control Linkage wheels slightly creep in reverse (Figure 63 Figure 64). Located on either side of the machine, below the seat, are the pump-control linkages. Rotating the end nut with a 1/2-inch deep socket wrench allows fine tuning adjustments so that the machine does not move in neutral. -
Page 53: Hydraulic System Maintenance
Use cardboard or paper to find hydraulic leaks. • Safely relieve all pressure in the hydraulic system before performing any work on the hydraulic system. Hydraulic-Fluid Specifications Hydraulic Fluid Type: Toro ® HYPR-OIL ™ hydraulic fluid Important: Use the specified fluid. Other fluids could damage the hydraulic system. -
Page 54: Checking The Hydraulic-Fluid Level
Filters oil level when the fluid is cold. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Check expansion reservoir and if necessary the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the add Toro ® HYPR-OIL ™ 500 hydraulic fluid to the parking brake. -
Page 55: Bleeding The Hydraulic System
Bleeding the Hydraulic System Raise the rear of machine and support it with jack stands (or equivalent support) just high enough to allow the drive wheels to turn freely. g334915 Figure 67 1. Hydraulic-filter housing 2. Cover Remove the O-ring from the filter cover and discard the O-ring. -
Page 56: Mower Deck Maintenance
Mower Deck Maintenance Blade Safety • Inspect the blades periodically for wear or damage. • Use care when checking the blades. Wrap the g006530 blades or wear gloves, and use caution when Figure 69 servicing the blades. Only replace or sharpen the 1. - Page 57 Checking for Bent Blades Note: The machine must be on a level surface for the following procedure. Raise the mower deck to the highest height-of-cut position. While wearing thickly padded gloves, or other adequate hand protection, slowly rotate the blade into a position that allows you to measure g014974 the distance between the cutting edge and the Figure 72...
- Page 58 Removing the Blades Note: If the blade stays in a horizontal position, the blade is balanced and can be used. Replace the blades if they hit a solid object, or if the Note: If the blade is not balanced, file some blade is out of balance or bent.
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Page 59: Adjusting The Side-To-Side Leveling And The Blade Slope
Adjusting the Side-to-Side Leveling and the Blade Slope Check to ensure that the mower deck is level any time you install the mower or when you see an uneven cut on your lawn. Check the mower deck for bent blades prior to leveling, and remove and replace any bent blades;... - Page 60 Check the front-to-rear blade level (Figure 80). Ensure the front blade tip is lower than the rear blade tip as shown in the block height and rake table. If adjustment is needed, continue with this procedure. g037880 Figure 80 1. Blades front to rear 3.
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Page 61: Removing The Mower Deck
Removing the Mower Deck Block Height and Rake Table (cont'd.) Before servicing or removing the mower deck, lock out the spring-loaded deck arms. Deck Front Block Height Rake Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Size the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the All mower 73 mm (2-7/8 inches) 4.8 to 6.4 mm (3/16 to 1/4... -
Page 62: Replacing The Grass Deflector
Replacing the Grass Deflector WARNING An uncovered discharge opening could allow the machine to throw objects toward you or bystanders, resulting in serious injury. Also, contact with the blade could occur. Never operate the machine unless you install a mulch plate, discharge deflector, or grass collection system. -
Page 63: Cleaning
Cleaning Cleaning under the Mower Deck Service Interval: After each use Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), 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. -
Page 64: Storage
Storage Check the condition of the blades; refer to Servicing the Cutting Blades (page 56). Prepare the machine for storage when non-use Storage Safety occurs over 30 days. Prepare the machine for storage as follows: • Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before you leave the Add a petroleum-based operator’s position. -
Page 65: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine overheats. 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce the ground speed. 2. The oil level in the crankcase is low. 2. Add oil to the crankcase. 3. The cooling fins and air passages 3. - Page 66 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The machine does not drive. 1. The bypass valves are not closed tight. 1. Tighten the bypass valves. 2. The pump belt is worn, loose, or 2. Change the belt. broken. 3. The pump belt is off a pulley. 3.
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Page 67: Schematics
Schematics g338323 Electrical Schematic—Page 1 (Rev. A) - Page 68 g338324 Electrical Schematic—Page 2 (Rev. A)