Toro 78479 Operator's Manual

Bagger kit z master 4000 series riding mower
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Original Instructions (EN)
Bagger Kit
Z Master
®
4000 Series Riding Mower
Model No. 78479—Serial No. 400000000 and Up
Model No. 78489—Serial No. 400000000 and Up
Form No. 3450-633 Rev A
*3450-633*

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3450-633 Rev A Bagger Kit Z Master ® 4000 Series Riding Mower Model No. 78479—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Model No. 78489—Serial No. 400000000 and Up *3450-633* Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    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 ................
  • Page 4: Safety

    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. •...
  • Page 5: 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. decal133-8061 133-8061 decal126-4659 126-4659 1. Warning—hot pulley; allow to cool. decal126-9595 126-9595 1.
  • Page 6 decal126-4662 126-4662 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for the correct quantity of counterbalance weight(s). 2. Loss of traction and steering or reduced stability hazard—Ez Vac counterbalance weight(s) installed without the Ez Vac may cause loss of traction and steering control. The Ez Vac installed without the Ez Vac counterbalance weight(s) can cause reduced stability.
  • Page 7: Setup

    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) 12.5 lb weight plate (60-inch machines only) Carriage bolt (3/8 x 2-1/2 inches)—60-inch machines only...
  • Page 8: Procedure Description Qty

    Procedure Description Qty. Baffle Carriage bolt (5/16 x 7/8 inch) Flange nut (5/16 inch) Install the baffle. Carriage bolt (3/8 x 7/8 inch) Flange nut (3/8 inch) Blower assembly Pivot pin Latch Install the blower assembly. Hex-head bolt (3/8 x 1-1/2 inches) Spacer Locknut (3/8 inch) Blower-belt cover...
  • Page 9: Preparing The Machine

    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 5 Installing the ROPS Pivot Shoulder Bolts Parts needed for this procedure: Shoulder bolt...
  • Page 10: Installing The Weights

    Installing the Weights Parts needed for this procedure: 12.5 lb weight plate (60-inch machines only) Carriage bolt (3/8 x 2-1/2 inches)—60-inch machines only Hex-socket flange nut (3/8 inch)—60-inch machines only Caster weight Carriage bolt (3/8 x 1 inch) Flange nut (3/8 inch) Weight bracket assembly Suitcase weight Locknut (3/8 inch)
  • Page 11 60-inch Machines Remove the existing 2 carriage bolts and 2 nuts from the top of the caster weight (Figure Discard the 2 carriage bolts and 2 nuts. Secure the 12.5 lb weight plate to the caster weight and bracket using the 2 carriage bolts (3/8 x 2-1/2 inches) and 2 hex-socket flange nuts (3/8 inch) as shown in Figure g375819...
  • Page 12 Secure the assembled caster weight to the caster arm using 2 carriage bolts (3/8 x 1 inch) and 2 flange nuts (3/8 inch) as shown in Figure g375807 Figure 8 1. Carriage bolt (3/8 x 1 inch) 3. Flange nut (3/8 inch) 2.
  • Page 13 g375806 Figure 9...
  • Page 14: Installing The Bagger Supports And Brackets

    72-inch Machines Secure the weight to the caster arm using 2 carriage bolts (3/8 x 1 inch) and 2 flange nuts (3/8 inch) as shown in Figure Installing the Bagger Repeat this procedure on the other side. Supports and Brackets Parts needed for this procedure: Lower support Upper support...
  • Page 15 Remove the 2 torx-head bolts and 2 nuts from Loosely secure the lower support to the engine the left, rear guard (Figure 12). 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...
  • Page 16: Installing The Bagger Frame

    Insert the lock pin through the bagger frame and cross brace (Figure 16). 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...
  • Page 17: Installing The Bags

    Installing the Bags Installing the Hitch Cover Parts needed for this procedure: Parts needed for this procedure: Hitch cover Procedure Procedure Hook the bags to the bagger frame (Figure 17). Note: 72-inch machines do not come with a hitch installed. If you have the Hitch Kit installed, install the Close and latch the hood assembly.
  • Page 18: Removing The Existing Belt Cover, Bracket, And Discharge Chute

    Remove the locknut, bolt, spring, and spacer holding the deflector to the pivot brackets (Figure 21). 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 21...
  • Page 19: Installing The Blower-Pulley Assembly And Belt-Cover Bracket

    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 22 Use a 3/8-inch ratchet in the square hole in the idler arm to remove tension on the idler spring 1.
  • Page 20 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 23). Note: Retain the hex nut (3/4 inch) and washer. g341576 Figure 23 1. Hex nut (3/4 inch) 3.
  • Page 21 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 25). g341575 Figure 25 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...
  • Page 22: Installing The Baffle

    Install the baffle using the carriage bolt (5/16 x 7/8 inch), flange nut (5/16 inch), 2 carriage bolts (3/8 x 7/8 inch), and 2 flange nuts (3/8 inch) as shown in Figure 28 Figure Installing the Baffle Parts needed for this procedure: Baffle Carriage bolt (5/16 x 7/8 inch) Flange nut (5/16 inch)
  • Page 23 g376167 Figure 29 72-inch shown 1. Flange nut (3/8 inch) 4. Flange nut (5/16 inch) 2. Baffle 5. Carriage bolt (5/16 x 7/8 inch) 3. Carriage bolt (3/8 x 7/8 inch)
  • Page 24: Installing The Blower Assembly

    72-inch: Installing the Blower Assembly Parts needed for this procedure: Blower assembly Pivot pin Latch Hex-head bolt (3/8 x 1-1/2 inches) Spacer Locknut (3/8 inch) Procedure Ensure that the bolts and pivot pin are installed in the correct locations on the blower assembly as shown in g376190 Figure 30 Figure...
  • Page 25 Align the pivot pin on the blower with the pivot-pin hole in the mower deck (Figure 32). Lower the blower and slide the pivot pin into the pivot hole (Figure 32). Note: Ensure that the belt remains positioned in the blower pulley. g376058 Figure 32 1.
  • Page 26 Close the blower assembly to see if the latches are adjusted correctly (Figure 35 Figure 36). Note: Loosen or tighten the bolt to ensure that the latches firmly hold the blower assembly against the mower deck but can be released by hand.
  • Page 27 g376057 Figure 36 72-inch shown...
  • Page 28: Installing The Blower Belt, Spring, And Blower-Belt Cover

    Note: Ensure that the belt is correctly routed around the drive pulley. 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 g376091 Figure 38...
  • Page 29: Installing The Discharge Tubes

    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 41 1. Dimple Procedure Install the lower tube into the upper tube (Figure Lower the machine deck to the lowest...
  • Page 30 Note: There is a latch on the top and bottom diameter) where the upper and lower tubes join of the blower housing. together (Figure 44). g003449 g037981 Figure 43 Figure 44 1. Blower assembly 3. Latch (twin bagger shown) 1. Bagger hood 4.
  • Page 31: Checking The Tire Pressure

    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 No Parts Required Procedure Note: Increase the tire pressure due to the additional weight. Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires at 90 kPa (13 psi).
  • Page 32: Operation

    Operation CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they Note: Determine the left and right sides of the move or attempt to operate the tractor while machine from the normal operating position. it is unattended. Always remove the ignition key and engage WARNING the parking brake when leaving the machine To avoid personal injury, follow these...
  • Page 33: Clearing Obstructions From The Bagger System

    Empty the bags. Unlatch the lower tube. Remove the tubes from the bagger. Use a stick or similar object to remove and clear the obstruction from the tube assembly. Note: In most cases, the debris can be shaken out of the tubes. If the blower assembly is plugged, unlatch the bagger blower assembly, remove the belt, and swing it open.
  • Page 34: Transporting The Machine

    Transporting the Machine want to slightly reduce the throttle speed and increase the ground speed of the mower. The bagging system Do not leave grass or debris in the bagger while may plug if you drive too fast and the engine speed gets too slow.
  • Page 35: Maintenance

    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 •...
  • Page 36: Inspecting The Bagger Attachment

    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.
  • Page 37: Greasing The Idler Arm

    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.
  • Page 38: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    Replacing the Grass Install the bolt and the nut. Place 1 J-hook end of the spring around the Deflector grass deflector (Figure 51). Important: The grass deflector must be able WARNING to rotate. Lift the deflector up to the full open An uncovered discharge opening could allow position and ensure that it rotates into the the machine to throw objects toward you or...
  • Page 39: Storage

    Storage Empty the bagger attachment; refer to Emptying the Grass Bags (page 32). Inspect the bagger attachment for damage. Ensure that the bags are empty and thoroughly dry. Inspect the belt for wear or cracks; refer to Inspecting the Blower Belt (page 36).
  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    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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  • Page 44 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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