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Toro Z Master Professional 5000 Series Operator's Manual

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Original Instructions (EN)
Z Master
®
Series Riding Mower
with 60in TURBO FORCE
Mower
Model No. 72915—Serial No. 400000000 and Up
Form No. 3433-921 Rev A
Professional 5000
®

Side Discharge

*3433-921* A

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  • Page 1: Side Discharge

    Form No. 3433-921 Rev A Z Master ® Professional 5000 Series Riding Mower with 60in TURBO FORCE ® Side Discharge Mower Model No. 72915—Serial No. 400000000 and Up *3433-921* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2 US Environmental additional information, contact an Authorized Service Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance, and serial numbers of your product ready.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Checking the Spark Arrester ......44 Fuel System Maintenance ........44 Replacing the Fuel Filter ........44 Safety ............... 4 Servicing the Fuel Tank........45 Safety Alert Symbol ..........4 Electrical System Maintenance ......45 General Safety ........... 4 Electrical System Safety ........

  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet This machine has been designed in accordance with and of throwing objects. Toro designed and tested ANSI standard B71.4-2017. this lawn mower to offer reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply with safety instructions may result in injury or death.

  • 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. decalbatterysymbols Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery. 1.
  • Page 7 decal116-5988 116-5988 1. Parking brake—engaged 2. Parking brake—disengaged decal116-8283 decal107-3069 116-8283 107-3069 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual for instructions on 1. Warning–there is no rollover protection when the roll bar is torquing the blade bolt/nut to 75 to 81 N∙m (55 to 60 ft-lb). down.
  • Page 8 decal117-3848 g224114 117-3848 126-5641 1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders away. 1. PTO 4. Operator-presence switch 2. Thrown object hazard, raised deflector—do not operate 2. Parking brake 5. See user’s guide for without the deflector, discharge cover, or grass collection operating condition code system in place.
  • Page 9 decal127-6663 127-6663 1. Warning—read the 2. Crushing hazard—engage Operator's Manual. the parking brake, shut off the engine, and remove the key; support the machine using jackstands. decal136-5508 136-5508 1. Belt routing decal131-1180 131-1180 1. Read the Operator's 3. Bagging setting Manual.
  • Page 10 decal125-9383 125-9383 1. Check hydraulic fluid every 50 operating hours. 3. Check the tire pressure every 50 operating hours. 2. Read the Operator’s Manual for information on lubricating 4. Read the Operator’s Manual before servicing or performing the machine. maintenance. decal137-9209 137-9209 1.
  • Page 11 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 the conditions on that day and at that site.

  • Page 12: Product Overview

    Controls Product Overview Become familiar with all the controls before you start the engine and operate the machine. Control Panel g233557 Figure 5 g027333 1. Blade-control switch 4. Hour Figure 4 (power takeoff) meter/Safety-interlock display 1. Deck-lift pedal 6. Roll bar 5.

  • Page 13: Specifications

    Contact correctly (Figure your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all Motion-Control Levers approved attachments and accessories. To ensure optimum performance and continued safety Use the motion-control levers to drive the machine...

  • Page 14: Before Operation

    Only use accessories and trailer. attachments approved by Toro. • • Do Not fill the fuel tank completely full. Inspect the area where the equipment is to be...

  • Page 15: Adding Fuel

    To help prevent fires: DANGER • Keep engine and engine area free from In certain conditions during fueling, static accumulation of grass, leaves, excessive grease electricity can be released causing a spark or oil, and other debris which can accumulate in which can ignite gasoline vapors.

  • Page 16: Performing Daily Maintenance

    Breaking in a New Machine the chance of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel stabilizer at all times. New engines take time to develop full power. Mower decks and drive systems have higher friction when Filling the Fuel Tank new, placing additional load on the engine.

  • Page 17: Using The Safety-Interlock System

    Using the Safety-Interlock System WARNING If the safety-interlock switches are disconnected or damaged, the machine could operate unexpectedly, causing personal injury. • Do not tamper with the interlock switches. • Check the operation of the interlock switches daily and replace any damaged switches before operating the machine.

  • Page 18: Positioning The Seat

    Testing the Safety-Interlock Positioning the Seat System The seat can move forward and backward. Position the seat where you have the best control of the Service Interval: Before each use or daily machine and are most comfortable (Figure 10). Test the safety-interlock system before you use the machine each time.

  • Page 19: Changing The Seat Suspension

    Changing the Seat WARNING Suspension Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless deadly poison that can The seat is adjustable to provide a smooth and kill you. comfortable ride. Position the seat where you are Do Not run engine indoors or in a small most comfortable.
  • Page 20 – Be alert and turn the machine off if children WARNING enter the area. Hands, feet, hair, clothing, or accessories – Before and while backing or changing direction, can become entangled in rotating parts. look behind, down, and side-to-side for small Contact with the rotating parts can children.
  • Page 21 Remove or mark obstacles such as ditches, holes, • Any accessories, alterations, or attachments ruts, bumps, rocks or other hidden hazards. Tall added to the ROPS must be approved by Toro. grass can hide obstacles. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. •...

  • Page 22: Operating The Parking Brake

    Operating the Parking Operating the Mower Brake Blade-Control Switch (PTO) The blade-control switch (PTO) starts and stops the Always engage the parking brake when you stop the mower blades and any powered attachments. machine or leave it unattended. Engaging the Blade-Control Engaging the Parking Brake Switch (PTO) Park the machine on a level surface.

  • Page 23: Operating The Choke

    Operating the Choke Use the choke to start a cold engine. Pull up the choke knob to engage the choke before using the key switch (Figure 19). Push down the choke knob to disengage the choke after the engine has started (Figure 19).

  • Page 24: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine Shutting Off the Engine Important: Do not engage starter for more than 5 CAUTION seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, wait 15 seconds between attempts. Failure to follow Children or bystanders may be injured if they these instructions can burn out the starter motor.

  • Page 25: Using The Motion-Control Levers

    Using the Motion-Control WARNING Levers The machine can spin very rapidly. You may lose control of the machine and cause personal injury or damage to the machine. • Use caution when making turns. • Slow the machine down before making sharp turns.

  • 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 The height-of-cut is adjusted from 25 to 140 mm (1 to 5-1/2 inches) in 6 mm (1/4 inch) increments by Using the Transport Lock relocating the clevis pin into different hole locations. The transport lock has 2 positions, and is used with Move the transport lock to the lock position.

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Anti-Scalp Rollers

    Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers Whenever you change the height-of-cut, adjust the height of the anti-scalp rollers. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch, 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 29: Positioning The Flow Baffle

    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. Note: If the engine power draws down and the mower ground speed is the same, open up the baffle. Position A This is the fully-rear position.

  • Page 30: 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 31: After Operation

    Using the After Operation Drive-Wheel-Release After Operation Safety Valves General Safety WARNING Hands may become entangled in the rotating • Park machine on level ground, disengage drives, drive components below the engine deck, set parking brake, stop engine, remove key or disconnect spark plug wire.

  • 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 and connect the safety chains. 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).

  • Page 34: Maintenance

    Unauthorized WARNING modifications to the original equipment or failure to use original Toro parts could lead While maintenance or adjustments are being to serious injury or death. Unauthorized made, someone could start the engine.

  • Page 35: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)

    • • Use jack stands to support the machine and/or Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. components when required. If possible, Do Not make adjustments with the engine running. If the maintenance or adjustment procedure require the engine to be running and CAUTION components moving, use extreme caution.

  • Page 36: Lubrication

    • Adjust the caster-pivot bearing. • Check the parking brake adjustment. • After the initial change—change the hydraulic-system filters and fluid when using Toro® HYPR-OIL™ 500 fluid. (Change it more often under dirty or dusty conditions) • Check the battery charge. Monthly •...

  • Page 37: Greasing The Mower Deck

    Greasing the Mower Deck Note: Keep the dust cap off until greasing is done. Service Interval: Yearly—Grease the pump-belt-idler Remove the hex plug. arm. Thread a grease fitting into the hole. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Pump grease into the fitting until it oozes out the blade-control switch, and engage the parking around the top bearing.

  • Page 38: Greasing The Caster-Wheel Hubs

    Greasing the Caster-Wheel With the open end of the wheel facing up, fill the area inside the wheel around the axle full of Hubs general-purpose grease. Insert the second bearing and new seal into the Service Interval: Yearly wheel. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Apply a thread-locking compound to the second the blade-control switch, and engage the parking spacer nut, and thread it onto the axle with the...

  • Page 39: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance Engine Safety • Shut off the engine before checking the oil or adding oil to the crankcase. • Keep your hands, feet, face, clothing, and other body parts away the muffler and other hot surfaces. Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the air cleaner for dirty, loose or damaged parts.

  • Page 40: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Servicing the Engine Oil Inspect the primary filter for damage by looking into the filter, while shining a bright light on the outside of the filter. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Every 100 hours (more often in dirty or dusty Note: Holes in the filter will appear as bright conditions).

  • Page 41: Changing The Engine Oil

    Changing the Engine Oil Note: Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center. Start the engine and let it run for 5 minutes. Note: This warms the oil so that it drains better. Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly lower than the opposite side to ensure that the oil drains completely.
  • Page 42 Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil into the filler tube and slowly add the additional oil to bring it to the Full mark (Figure 48). g008804 g194610 Figure 48 Start the engine and drive to a flat area. Check the oil level again.

  • Page 43: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 200 hours—For Kohler engines—check the spark plug(s). Every 500 hours—For Kohler engines—replace the spark plug(s). Type: Champion XC12YC g206628 Air Gap: 0.76 mm (0.03 inch) Figure 51 Removing the Spark Plug Installing the Spark Plug Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the parking brake.

  • Page 44: Checking The Spark Arrester

    Checking the Spark Fuel System Arrester Maintenance For Machines with a Spark DANGER Arrester In certain conditions, fuel is extremely Service Interval: Every 50 hours flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and others WARNING and can damage property.

  • Page 45: Servicing The Fuel Tank

    Electrical System Maintenance Electrical System Safety • Disconnect the battery before repairing the machine. Disconnect the negative terminal first and the positive last. Connect the positive terminal first and the negative last. • Charge the battery in an open, well-ventilated area, away from sparks and flames.

  • Page 46: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. WARNING Remove the battery as shown in Figure Charging the battery produces gasses that can explode. Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and flames away from the battery.

  • Page 47: Servicing The Fuses

    Installing the Battery Drive System Note: Position the battery in the tray with the terminal Maintenance posts opposite from the hydraulic tank (Figure 56). Checking the Seat Belt Service Interval: Before each use or daily Inspect the seat belt for wear, cuts, and proper operation of the retractor and buckle.

  • Page 48: Adjusting The Tracking

    Adjusting the Tracking Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO). Drive to an open flat area, move the motion-control levers to the N EUTRAL position. Move the throttle midway between the F positions. Move both motion-control levers all the way forward until they both hit the stops in the T-slot. Check which way the machine tracks.

  • Page 49: Checking The Tire Pressure

    Checking the Tire Pressure Service Interval: Every 50 hours/Monthly (whichever comes first) Maintain the air pressure in the rear tires at 90 kPa (13 psi). Uneven tire pressure can cause uneven cut. Check the tires when they are cold to get the most accurate pressure reading.

  • Page 50: Removing The Clutch Shim

    Using an air compressor, blow out any debris from under the brake pole and around the brake spacers (Figure 65). g010868 Figure 65 g001297 Figure 63 Check the condition of the wire-harness leads, connectors, and terminals. 1. Spring washers 3. Dust cap 2.
  • Page 51 • If the gap is less than 0.25 mm (0.01 inch), then install the shim. • If the gap is sufficient, proceed to the safety check in step F. Perform the following safety check: Sit on the seat and start the engine. Make sure that the blades do not engage with the blade-control switch g010871...

  • Page 52: Cooling System Maintenance

    Cleaning the Cooling System Engine-Cooling Fins and Maintenance Shrouds Cleaning the Engine Screen Service Interval: Every 100 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) and Engine-Oil Cooler Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Service Interval: Before each use or daily the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the parking brake.

  • Page 53: Checking And Cleaning The Hydraulic-Unit Shrouds

    Checking and Cleaning the Brake Maintenance Hydraulic-Unit Shrouds Adjusting the Parking Service Interval: Before each use or daily Brake Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the Service Interval: After the first 100 hours parking brake.

  • Page 54: Belt Maintenance

    Belt Maintenance Inspecting the Belts Service Interval: Every 50 hours Replace the belt if it is worn. The signs of a worn belt include squealing while the belt is rotating; the blades slipping while cutting grass; and frayed edges, burn marks, and cracks on the belt.
  • Page 55 g027730 Figure 76 1. Position the belt cover. 3. Ensure that the tab is under the metal catch. 2. Slide the belt cover under the side catches. g009038 Figure 75 1. Clutch pulley 5. Square hole in the idler arm for the ratchet 2.

  • Page 56: Replacing The Hydraulic Pump-Drive Belt

    Replacing the Hydraulic Controls System Pump-Drive Belt Maintenance Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the Adjusting the parking brake. Control-Handle Position Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the There are 2 height positions for the control operating position.

  • Page 57: Adjusting The Motion-Control Linkage

    Raise the rear of the machine up and support it with jack stands (or equivalent support) just high enough to allow the drive wheels to turn freely. Remove the electrical connection from the seat safety switch, located under the bottom cushion of the seat.

  • Page 58: Adjusting The Motion-Control Damper

    Adjusting the Move the motion-control levers to the REVERSE position and while applying slight pressure to Motion-Control the lever, allow the reverse-indicator springs to bring the levers back to neutral. Neutral-Lock Pivot Note: The wheels should stop turning or slightly creep in reverse.

  • Page 59: 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 or Mobil ® 1 15W-50.

  • Page 60: Changing The Hydraulic Fluid And Filters

    Mobil 1 15W50 fluid. (Change it more often under dirty or dusty conditions) Every 500 hours—After the initial change—change the hydraulic-system filters and fluid when using Toro ® HYPR-OIL ™ 500 fluid. (Change it more often under dirty or...

  • Page 61: Mower Deck Maintenance

    Mower Deck Maintenance Blade Safety A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece of the blade could be thrown toward you or bystanders, resulting in serious personal injury or death. Trying to g006530 Figure 86 repair a damaged blade may result in discontinued safety certification of the product.
  • Page 62 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 89...

  • Page 63: Removing The Blades

    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.

  • Page 64: Leveling The Mower Deck

    g298850 Figure 95 1. Top spindle nut 3. Blade bolt g027343 Figure 96 2. Flat of the spindle shaft 1. Deck-lift pedal 3. Transport lock 2. Height-of-cut pin Apply copper-based lubricant or grease to the threads of the blade bolt as needed to prevent seizing.
  • Page 65 g009196 Figure 97 1. 7.6 cm (3 inch) at position 3. Measure here from the A is correct blade tip to the hard surface 4. Measure at position A and 2. 8.3 cm (3-1/4 inch) at position B is correct B on both sides g027344 Figure 98...

  • Page 66: Removing The Mower Deck

    Removing the Mower Deck Note: Loosen or tighten the single-point adjustment bolt enough to move the height-of-cut plate mounting bolts at least 1/3 Lock out the spring-loaded deck arms before servicing the length of the available travel in their slots. or removing the mower deck.
  • Page 67 Raise the deck struts and secure them in the raised position. Slide the deck out to the right side of the machine. g009038 Figure 101 1. Clutch pulley 5. Square hole in the idler arm for the ratchet 2. Mower belt 6.

  • Page 68: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    Replacing the Grass Cleaning Deflector Cleaning under the Mower WARNING Deck An uncovered discharge opening could allow the machine to throw objects toward you or Service Interval: Before each use or daily bystanders, resulting in serious injury. Also, Park the machine on a level surface, disengage contact with the blade could occur.

  • Page 69: Storage

    Storage Prepare the machine for storage when non-use occurs over 30 days. Prepare the machine for storage as follows: Storage Safety Add a petroleum-based stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in the • Shut off the engine, remove the key, wait for all tank.

  • Page 70: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The starter does not crank. 1. The blade-control switch is engaged. 1. Disengage the blade-control switch. 2. The parking brake is disengaged. 2. Engage the parking brake. 3. The motion-control levers are not in 3.
  • Page 71 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The machine pulls to the left or right (with 1. The tracking needs adjustment 1. Adjust the tracking. the motion-control levers fully forward). 2. The tire pressure in the drive tires is 2. Adjust the tire pressure in the drive not correct.

  • Page 72: Schematics

    Schematics g224051 Electrical Schematic (Rev. A)
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  • Page 75 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.

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