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Form No. 3327–762
Z147
Z–Master with 112cm Mower
Model No. 74176TE—Serial No. 220000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
English (GB)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3327–762 Z147 Z–Master with 112cm Mower Model No. 74176TE—Serial No. 220000001 and Up Operator’s Manual English (GB)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ... . Operating the Power Take Off (PTO) ..2002 by The Toro Company 8111 Lyndale Avenue South All Rights Reserved Bloomington, MN 55420-1196...

  • Page 3: Safety

    Authorized Service injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and these safety instructions and always pay attention to serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates...
  • Page 4 lack of awareness of the effect of ground – do not stop or start suddenly when going up or conditions, especially slopes; downhill; incorrect hitching and load distribution. – engage clutch slowly, always keep machine in gear, especially when travelling downhill; Preparation –...

  • Page 5: Sound Pressure Level

    Vibration Level Disengage drive to attachments when transporting or not in use. This unit has a maximum hand-arm vibration level of 3.9 Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment and whole body vibration level of 0.1 m/s , based on measurements of identical machines per Directive –...

  • Page 7: Slope Chart

    Slope Chart...

  • Page 9: Safety And Instruction Decals

    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. 99-8937 1. Right side fuel tank open 3. Left side fuel tank open 2.
  • Page 10 99-8941 1. Height of cut 99-8940 1. Read the instructions 3. Engine before servicing or 4. Tire pressure performing maintenance. 5. Hourly interval 2. Hydraulic oil 6. Grease 99-8942 1. Height of cut 105-6183 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. 2. Rotate the bypass valve out to push the machine. 3.
  • Page 11 99-8944 1. Explosion hazard—wear 3. Fire hazard—no fire, open eye protection. flames, or smoking. 2. Caustic liquid/chemical 4. Poison hazard—keep burn hazard—to perform children away from the first aid, flush with water. battery. 99-8945 1. Disengage 6. Power take-off (PTO) 14.
  • Page 12 100-3952 1. Hydraulic oil level 2. Hot surface/burn hazard—stay a safe distance from the hot surface 93-7316 1. Thrown object hazard—stay a safe distance from the machine. 2. Thrown object hazard, mower—keep the deflector in place. 3. Cutting/dismemberment of hand or foot—stay away from moving parts.
  • Page 13 104-4164 1. Contains lead; do not 3. Wear eye protection; 5. Sulfuric acid can cause 7. Maximum fill line discard. explosive gases can cause blindness or severe burns. 8. Minimum fill line blindness and other injuries 2. Recycle 6. Flush eyes immediately with 9.

  • Page 14: Gasoline And Oil

    Gasoline and Oil Warning Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Recommended Gasoline Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness. Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank or available.

  • Page 15: Setup

    Operator’s Manual Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro Installing the Drive Wheels Pressure: 13 psi (90 kPa) 1. Uncrate mower. 2. Remove wheel bolts or nuts from rear wheel hubs.

  • Page 16: Installing The Seat Retaining Rod

    Installing the Motion Control Levers There are two positions to install the control levers, high and low. Install levers in the top and middle holes for the high position. Install levers in the middle and bottom holes for the low position. 1.

  • Page 17: Installing The Grass Deflector

    Figure 5 m–5037 Figure 6 Installing the Grass Deflector 1. Bolt 6. Grass Deflector 2. Spacer 7. L end of spring, place behind deck edge before 3. Locknut installing bolt The grass deflector is used when in side discharge mode 4.

  • Page 18: Checking The Hydraulic Fluid

    Danger Warning Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is Charging battery produces gasses that can a deadly poison and causes severe burns. explode and cause serious injury. Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with Keep cigarettes, sparks and flames away from skin, eyes or clothing.

  • Page 19: Operation

    Controls Operation Become familiar with all the controls (Fig. 9) before you start the engine and operate the machine. Think Safety First Please carefully read all of the safety instructions and decals. Knowing this information could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury. The use of protective equipment, for eyes, hearing, feet, and head is recommended.

  • Page 20: Operating The Parking Brake

    Releasing the Parking Brake To use the right side fuel tank rotate the fuel shut off valve 1/4 turn to the right from the off location. This uses fuel 1. Push forward and down on the parking brake lever to from the right side tank only.
  • Page 21 Installing or Removing Blades 1. Remove blades and anti-scalp cups from spindles. Save for use when side discharging. 2. Install new recycler blades without anti-scalp cups. Important The sail part of the blades (i.e., the turned up section) must face the inside of the mower. 3.

  • Page 22: Installing And Removing Blowout Baffles

    Installing and Removing Kickers 5. Rotate the blades to ensure that there is at least 1/8 in. (3 mm) clearance between the blades and kickers. The following instructions are for removing and installing Note: If a kicker interferes with a blade, reposition it kickers.

  • Page 23: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking Warning brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the key. A blade that is bent or damaged could break 2. Remove belt covers from mower deck. apart and could seriously injure or kill you or 3.

  • Page 24: Operating The Power Take Off (Pto)

    Operating the Power Take Off (PTO) The power take off (PTO) switch engages and disengages power to the electric clutch. Engaging the PTO 1. While seated in the seat, release pressure on the traction control levers and place in neutral. m–4201 m–2719 2.

  • Page 25: Testing The Safety Interlock System

    You are sitting on the seat. Caution The parking brake is engaged. The power take off (PTO) is disengaged. Machine can spin very rapidly. Operator may lose control of machine and cause personal injury or The motion control levers are in neutral locked damage to machine.

  • Page 26: Stopping The Machine

    To turn, release pressure on the motion control lever toward the direction you want to turn (Fig. 23). To stop push the motion control levers to neutral. Stopping the Machine To stop the machine, move the traction control levers to neutral and move to locked position, disengage the power take off (PTO), and turn the ignition key to off.

  • Page 27: 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. 1. To adjust, move the lever sideways to unlock seat (Fig. 27). 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release lever to lock in position.

  • Page 28: Using A Rollover Protection System

    Transporting Machines Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all necessary lighting and marking as required by law. Please carefully read all the safety instructions and decals. Knowing this information could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury.

  • Page 29: Tips For Mowing Grass

    If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a Alternate mowing direction to keep the grass standing genuine Toro replacement blade. straight. This also helps disperse clippings which enhances decomposition and fertilization.

  • Page 30: Maintenance

    Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Check hydraulic fluid level Change engine oil After First Use Change hydraulic filter Check oil level Check safety system Each Use Clean cooling systems Clean mower housing Check cutting blades Every 5 Hours Grease blade spindle bearings Check hydraulic fluid level Grease chassis...

  • Page 31: Servicing The 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 32: Removing The Blades

    To ensure optimum Figure 33 performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. 1. Sharpen at original angle Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards.

  • Page 33: Servicing The Air Cleaner

    blade is not balanced, file some metal off the end of the sail area only (Fig. 32). Repeat this procedure until the blade is balanced. m–1855 Figure 34 1. Blade 2. Balancer m–4289 Installing the Blades Figure 35 1. Cover 4.

  • Page 34: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Checking Oil Level 2. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and damage to the rubber seal. 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the Important Never clean the paper element with power take off (PTO) and turn the ignition key to off. pressurized air or liquids, such as solvent, gas, or Remove the key.

  • Page 35: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Note: Dispose of the used oil at a certified recycling 5. Fill the crankcase with the proper type of new oil; center. refer to Changing/Draining Oil, page 34. Servicing the Spark Plug Check the spark plugs after every 100 operating hours. Make sure the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug.

  • Page 36: Servicing The Fuel Filter

    0.040 in. (1.0 mm) m–3215 Figure 42 M–4294 Figure 43 1. Center electrode insulator 3. Air gap (not to scale) 2. Side electrode 1. Filter 2. Hose clamp Installing the Spark Plug Servicing the Fuel Tank 1. Install the spark plugs. Make sure the air gap is set Draining The Fuel Tank correctly.

  • Page 37: Cleaning The Cooling System

    6. Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter. Slide the hose clamp close to the fuel filter to secure the fuel line (Fig. 44). M–4294 Figure 44 1. Fuel shut-off valve 3. Hose clamp m–4295 2. Fuel filter 4. Fuel line Figure 45 1.

  • Page 38: Greasing The Bearings

    M–4269 Figure 46 Figure 47 Grease Front Castor Pivots Where to Add Light Oil or Spray Lubrication Lubricate the front castor pivots once a year. Lubricate the machine in the following areas with spray 1. Remove hex plug and cap. Thread a grease zerk into type lubricant or light oil.

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Castor Pivot Bearing

    1. Stop the engine, set the parking brake, remove the key and disconnect the spark plug wires from the spark plugs. 2. Remove cotter pin. 3. Torque slotted nut to 125 ft.-lb. (169.5 N m) (Fig. 50). 4. Check the distance from bottom of slot in nut to inside m–1872 edge of hole.
  • Page 40 Note: There are two ways of checking the hydraulic oil. Warning One is when the oil is warm and one is when the oil is cold. The baffle inside the tank has two levels depending if the oil is warm or cold. Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury.

  • Page 41: Adjusting The Motion Controls

    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. 1. Raise rear of the machine so wheels are off the ground and support with jack stands.
  • Page 42 Note: Motion control levers must be installed correctly. See Installing the Motion Control Levers on page 16. 1. Stop engine, remove ignition key and tilt seat forward. 2. Begin with either the left or right motion control lever. Move lever to the neutral (but not locked) position and pull lever back until the clevis pin (on arm below pivot shaft) contacts the end of the slot (just beginning to put pressure on spring) (Fig.

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Parking Brake

    Adjusting the Parking Brake Warning Check parking brake for proper adjustment. Engine must be running so motion control 1. Disengage brake lever (lever down). adjustment can be performed. Contact with 2. Measure the length of the spring. Measurement should moving parts or hot surfaces may cause personal be 2.75 in.

  • Page 44: Servicing The Battery

    2. To replace fuses pull out on the fuse to remove it (Fig. 57). m–5004 Figure 58 1. Filler caps 3. Lower line 2. Upper line m–3653 Figure 57 1. Main—20 amp 2. Alternator—20 amp Danger Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is Servicing the Battery a deadly poison and causes severe burns.

  • Page 45: Adding Water To The Battery

    6. Secure battery with J-bolts, hold down clamp and 2 Warning washers (1/4 in.), and 2 wing nuts (1/4 in.) (Fig. 59). Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the machine and cables causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury.

  • Page 46: Leveling The Mower

    5. Wait five to ten minutes after filling the battery cells. 5. Install the battery in the machine and connect the Add distilled water, if necessary, until the electrolyte battery cables; refer to Installing the Battery on level is up to the upper line (Fig. 58) on the battery page 44.

  • Page 47: Adjusting The Push Arms

    Note: Make sure all hardware is tight. Adjusting the Push Arms 1. To adjust push arms, loosen jam nut and rotate ball joint counterclockwise, one turn at a time. (Fig. 63). 2. Adjust each side the same amount. Each push arm should have a nominal length of 15-5/16 in.

  • Page 48: Replacing The Deck Belt

    Replacing the Deck Belt 7. Reinstall idler pulley and route belt onto other pulleys (Fig. 65). Squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping when 8. Retighten outer nut on spring eye bolt (Fig. 64). cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks and cracks are signs of a worn deck belt.

  • Page 49: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    m–4119 Figure 66 m–5037 1. Clutch strap 4. Belt Figure 67 2. Bolt 5. Idler 1. Bolt 6. Grass Deflector 3. Clutch electrical wire 6. Clutch 2. Spacer 7. L end of spring, place behind deck edge before 3. Locknut installing bolt 4.

  • Page 50: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram...

  • Page 51: Cleaning And Storage

    Cleaning and Storage A. Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in the tank. Follow mixing instructions from stabilizer manufacture. Do not use an alcohol 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking based stabilizer (ethanol or methanol). brake and turn the ignition key to off.

  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action Starter does not crank 1. Blade control (PTO) is 1. Move blade control (PTO) to engaged. disengaged. 2. Parking brake is not on. 2. Set parking brake. 3. Operator is not seated. 3. Sit on the seat. 4.
  • Page 53 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action Abnormal vibration. 1. Engine mounting bolts are 1. Tighten engine mounting bolts. loose. 2. Loose engine pulley, idler 2. Tighten the appropriate pulley. pulley, or blade pulley. 3. Engine pulley is damaged. 3. Contact Authorized Service Dealer.

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