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- Page 1 Form No. 3327–245 Z253 and Z255 Z Master with 62 SFS Side Discharge Mower Model No. 74225–220000001 & Up Model No. 74226–220000001 & Up Operator’s Manual Domestic English (EN)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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Page 3: Introduction
Note: The addition of certain attachments that do not additional information, contact an Authorized Service meet American National Standards Institute certification Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and will cause noncompliance of this machine. serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates... - Page 4 Preparation Stop on level ground, lower implements, disengage drives, engage parking brake (if provided), shut off Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and engine before leaving the operator’s position for any attachments are needed to properly and safely perform reason including emptying the catchers or unclogging the job.
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Page 5: Toro Mower Safety
If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel The following list contains safety information uneasy on it, do not mow it. specific to Toro products or other safety information that you must know that is not included in the ANSI standards. - Page 6 DO NOT Do not mow slopes exceeding 15 degrees. Avoid turning on slopes. If you must turn, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The machine could suddenly turn over if a wheel goes over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
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Page 7: Slope Chart
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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. 1–633345 99–4632 98-4387 1. Warning—wear hearing protection. 1–633706 103–0262... - Page 10 98–5954 66–1340 104–8569 43–8480 1–633766 54–9220 1–633818...
- Page 11 1–643401 103–0368 1–633462 1–523552 67–5360 1–643339 104–7759 104–8172 93-7818 1. Warning—torque the blade bolt to 115–149 N m (85–110 ft.-lb.). Read the operator’s manual for further instructions. 98–3798...
- Page 12 104-4163 1. Explosion hazard 4. Wear eye protection. 99–4686 2. No sparks, flame, or 5. Read the operator’s smoking manual. 3. Caustic liquid 6. Keep bystanders away. hazard—burns to hand and damage to items. 103–0245 100–4311...
- Page 13 104-4164 1. Contains lead—do not throw the battery in the garbage.
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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
Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro Installing Drive Wheels 1. Uncrate mower. 2. Remove wheel nuts from rear wheel hubs. 3. Align holes. Mount drive wheels with the valve stem to the outside of the traction unit. -
Page 16: Installing The Motion Control Levers
3. Place the seat retaining rod to the outside of the mounting tab of the seat frame and secure with a bolt (5/16 x 1 in.) bolt and locknut 5/16 in. (Fig. 3). 4. Tighten until snug, then loosen so the rod pivots freely. m–5596 Figure 4 1. -
Page 17: Installing The Air Cleaner
Danger Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a deadly poison and causes severe burns. Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wear safety glasses to shield your eyes and robber gloves to protect your hands. Fill the battery where clean water is always m–5004 available for flushing the skin. -
Page 18: Checking The Hydraulic Fluid
3. Place air cleaner onto engine and align holes in air cleaner bracket with holes in valve covers (Fig. 7). 4. Install valve cover screws into air cleaner bracket and valve covers (Fig. 7). 5. Remove plastic plugs from air intake elbow on engine and air cleaner hose (Fig. -
Page 19: Operation
Operation Think Safety First Please read all safety instructions and symbols in the safety section. Knowing this information could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury. The use of protective equipment for eyes, ears, feet and head is recommended. Caution This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85 dBA at the operators ear and can cause... -
Page 20: Operating 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 from the right side tank only. When the right hand fuel tank is empty, move the fuel shut off valve 1/4 turn to the left from the off position. -
Page 21: Operating The Power Take Off (Pto)
7. After the engine starts, move the choke to off (Fig. Important Make sure fuel shut off valve is closed 15). If the engine stalls or hesitates, move the choke before transporting or storing machine, as fuel leakage back to on for a few seconds. Then move the throttle may occur. -
Page 22: The Safety Interlock System
Understanding the Safety Interlock Caution System The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the Machine can spin very rapidly. Operator may lose engine from starting unless: control of machine and cause personal injury or You are sitting on the seat. damage to machine. -
Page 23: Stopping The Machine
To turn, release pressure on the motion control lever toward the direction you want to turn (Fig. 19). 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 24: Positioning The Seat
2. After adjusting height-of-cut remove flange nut and spring disk while holding stud with wrench (Fig. 22). Note: Do not remove the wheel nut and washer (Fig. 22). 3. Select hole so gage wheel is positioned to the nearest corresponding height-of-cut desired (Fig. 22). 4. -
Page 25: 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. Knowing this information could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury. To transport the machine: Lock brake and block wheels. -
Page 26: Using The Z Stand
Warning Loading a unit onto a trailer or truck increases the possibility of backward tip–over and could cause serious injury or death. Use extreme caution when operating a unit on a ramp. Use only a single, full width ramp; DO NOT use individual ramps for each side of the unit. -
Page 27: Tips For Mowing Grass
Mowing Direction 8. Perform maintenance. 9. Remove chocks or blocks. Alternate mowing direction to keep the grass standing straight. This also helps disperse clippings which enhances decomposition and fertilization. Driving off the Z Stand 1. Raise latch to unlocked position (Fig. 27). Mow at Correct Intervals 2. -
Page 28: Maintenance
If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine TORO replacement blade. Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Hydraulic fluid—check level Engine Oil—change After first 5 hours Hydraulic filter—change... -
Page 29: 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 30 To ensure optimum m–1855 performance and continued safety conformance of the Figure 32 machine, use genuine TORO replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may 1. Blade 2. Balancer result in non-conformance with safety standards.
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Page 31: Servicing The Air Cleaner
M–4226 Figure 33 m–4815 1. Sail Area of Blade 4. Blade Bolt Figure 34 2. Blade 5. Cone Towards Bolt Head 1. Latches 4. Primary filter 3. Spring Disk 2. Air cleaner cover 5. Safety filter 3. Air filter body Servicing the Air Cleaner Cleaning the Primary Filter Primary Filter: Clean or replace after every 200 operating... -
Page 32: Servicing The Engine Oil
Servicing the Engine Oil Change oil: After the first 8 operating hours. After every 100 operating hours. Note: Change oil more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SG or SH) Crankcase Capacity: w/filter, 67 oz. (2.0 l) m–4811 m–3219 Figure 35... -
Page 33: Servicing The Spark Plug
Change the Oil Filter Removing the Spark Plug Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other oil 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the change. ignition key to off. Move levers to neutral locked position and apply parking brake. Remove the key. Note: Change oil filter more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. -
Page 34: Servicing The Fuel Filter
0.030 in. (0.76 mm) m–3215 Figure 39 M–4384 Figure 40 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 plug(s). Make sure the air gap is set Draining The Fuel Tank correctly. -
Page 35: Greasing And Lubrication
Where to Add Grease 5. Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter. Slide the hose clamp close to the fuel filter to secure the fuel line Lubricate the grease fittings as shown on the Check (Fig. 41). Service Reference Aid decal (Fig. 42). m–3717 M–4384 Figure 41... -
Page 36: Cleaning The Cooling Systems
m–5616 Figure 45 1. Panel 3. Screws 2. Engine shroud Checking the Tire Pressure M–5035 Figure 43 Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified. Uneven tire pressure can cause uneven cut. Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 50 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs first Cleaning the Cooling Systems (Fig. -
Page 37: Castor Pivot Bearing Adjustment
6. Torque the slotted nut to 125 ft–lbs (169.5 N m) (Fig. 47). 7. Tighten nut until the next set of slots line up with the hole in the shaft (Fig. 47). 8. Replace cotter pin. M–4640 Figure 48 1. Spring Washers 3. - Page 38 Replacing the Hydraulic Filter 5. Run the machine at low idle for 15 minutes to allow any air to purge out of the system and warm fluid. Change the hydraulic filter: Refer to Starting and Stopping the Engine on page 20. After the first 8 operating hours.
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Page 39: Adjusting The Motion Controls
11. Recheck level while fluid is warm. Add fluid to raise Warning level to top of the baffle, if required. Do not overfill. Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury. If hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin it must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with this type of injury. - Page 40 will keep the pin at the end of the slot and allow the Warning adjustment bolt to move the lever to the appropriate position). Engine must be running so motion control 6. Tighten nut and jam nut. adjustment can be performed. Contact with 7.
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Page 41: Replacing The Pump Drive Belt
Replacing the Pump Drive Belt Check pump drive belt for wear after every 50 hours of operation. 1. Pull spring loaded idler down and remove traction belt from the engine and hydro pump pulleys (Fig. 53). Remove belt between pulleys. 2. -
Page 42: Servicing The Battery
Servicing the Battery Danger Warning Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a deadly poison and causes severe burns. Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals skin, eyes or clothing. Wear safety glasses to known to the State of California to cause cancer shield your eyes and robber gloves to protect and reproductive harm. - Page 43 Warning Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the machine and cables causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. Always Disconnect the negative (black) battery cable before disconnecting the positive (red) cable. Always Reconnect the positive (red) battery cable before reconnecting the negative (black) cable .
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Page 44: Leveling The Mower
Charging the Battery Leveling the Mower 1. Position mower on a flat surface. Stop the engine, set Warning the parking brake, remove the key and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the spark plug(s). Charging the battery produces gasses that can 2. -
Page 45: Cleaning Under The Deck
Note: When properly adjusted, the front blade tip will be 2. Raise deck to the transport position. slightly lower than the rear blade tip. See Checking for 3. Raise front of machine by using the Z Stand. Refer to Bent Blades on page 29 to measure. Z Stand operation on page 26. -
Page 46: Replacing The Pto Drive Belt
m–4451 M–4312 M–4373 Figure 61 Figure 62 Top View 1. Clutch 5. Machine Frame 2. Clutch retaining strap 6. 1/4 in. Belt Twist 1. Deck Belt 3. Idler nuts 3. clutch Terminal 7. 1/8 in. Belt Twist 2. Idler Arm 4. -
Page 47: Replacing The Grass Deflector
7. If adjustment is required, loosen the fixed idler on 11. Rotate the belt guide, on rear of the mower, so it is right support plate and move up or down in adjustment 1/8–1/4 in. (3–7 mm) away from the vertical side of slot. -
Page 48: Mercury Tilt Switch
Return the switch to your Toro dealer if it is faulty and is being replaced or if the unit containing the switch is no longer operating and is being scrapped. If the switch is damaged or broken open use extreme caution in handling. -
Page 49: Wiring Diagram
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Page 50: 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 51: 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 52 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action Machine does not drive. 1. Traction belt is worn, loose or 1. Contact Authorized Service broken. Dealer. 2. Traction belt is off pulley. 2. Contact Authorized Service Dealer. 3. Hydro fluid level low. 3. Add hydro fluid to reservoir. Abnormal vibration.
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Page 56: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee
If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.