Form No. 3441-392 Rev A Z Master® Professional 6000 Series Riding Mower with 60in TURBO FORCE® Side Discharge Mower Model No. 72965—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
Introduction It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in Section 4442, maintained in effective working order or the engine is constructed, equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire. This rotary-blade, riding lawn mower is intended to be used by professional, hired operators.
information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention. The safety-alert symbol (Figure 2) appears both in this manual and on the machine to identify important safety messages that you must follow to avoid accidents. This symbol will appear with the word Danger, Warning, or Caution. • Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Contents Servicing the Fuel Tank..................................... 42 Electrical System Maintenance ........................... 43 Electrical System Safety ................................... 43 Servicing the Battery......................................... 43 Servicing the Fuses .......................................... 45 Drive System Maintenance .................................. 45 Checking the Seat Belt ..................................... 45 Checking the Roll-Bar Knobs ..........................
Safety This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI standard B71.4-2017. 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. • Read and understand the contents of this Operator’s Manual before starting the engine. • Keep bystanders and children away. • Do not allow children or untrained people to operate or service the machine.
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. 2. Align this edge with a vertical surface, a tree, building, fence pole, etc. 3.
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. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders away from the battery. 2. No fire, open flame, or smoking 7. Wear eye protection; explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries. 3. Caustic liquid/chemical burn hazard 4.
decal116-1716 116-1716 1. Fuel 2. Empty 6. Hour meter 7. PTO 3. Half 8. Parking brake 4. Full 5. Battery 9. Neutral 10. Operator presence switch decal107-3069 107-3069 1. Warning–there is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down. 2. To avoid injury or death from a rollover accident, keep the roll bar in the raised and locked position and wear the seat belt. Lower the roll bar only when absolutely necessary; do not wear the seat belt when the roll bar is down. 3.
decal120-5897 120-5897 1. Choke 2. Fast 4. Slow 5. Power take-off (PTO), Blade control switch 3. Continuous variable setting decal117-0346 117-0346 1. Fuel leak hazard—read the Operator's Manual; do not attempt to remove the roll bar; do not weld, drill, or modify the roll bar in any way. decal126-2055 126-2055 1. Wheel lug nut—torque to 129 N∙m (95 ft-lb). 2. Wheel hub nut—torque to 319 N∙m (235 ft-lb). 3.
decal126-4398 126-4398 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. 2. Lock 3. Unlock decal131-1180 131-1180 1. Read the Operator's Manual. 2. Short, light grass; dry conditions 3. Bagging setting 4. Tall, dense grass; wet conditions decal127-0326 127-0326 1. Read the Operator's Manual. 3. Remove the key and read the Operator's Manual before performing maintenance. 2. Height of cut decal136-5508 136-5508 1.
decal133-8062 133-8062 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 the machine. 4. Read the Operator’s Manual before servicing or performing maintenance.
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.
Key Switch Product Overview The key switch, used to start and shut off the engine, has 3 positions: OFF, RUN, and START . Refer to Starting the Engine (page 23). Throttle Control The throttle controls the engine speed, and it has a continuous-variable setting from the SLOW to FAST position (Figure 5). Choke Control Use the choke control to start a cold engine. Blade-Control Switch (Power Takeoff) g027333 Figure 4 1. Deck-lift pedal 6. Roll bar 2. Transport lock 7. Seat belt 3.
Safety-Interlock Indicators Specifications There are symbols on the hour meter that indicate with a black triangle that the interlock component is positioned correctly (Figure 6). Note: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. Width Battery-Indicator Light Without the deck If you turn the key switch to the ON position for a few seconds, the battery voltage displays in the area where the hours are normally displayed.
Fuel Safety Operation • Fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Before Operation Before Operation Safety General Safety • Do not allow children or untrained people to operate or service the machine. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator. The owner is responsible for training all operators and mechanics.
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). • Ethanol: Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) by volume is acceptable. Ethanol and MTBE are not the same. Gasoline with 15% ethanol (E15) by volume is not approved for use.
Performing Daily Maintenance 3. Lower the roll bar to the down position (Figure 8). Before starting the machine each day, perform the Each Use/Daily procedures listed in Maintenance (page 33). 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.
Using the Safety-Interlock System Test the safety-interlock system before you use the machine each time. If the safety system does not operate as described below, have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately. 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.
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 10). g024881 Figure 12 1. Seat-suspension knob g019754 During Operation Figure 10 During Operation Safety Unlatching the Seat General Safety To unlatch the seat, push the seat latch forward (Figure 11). • The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible • • • g008956 Figure 11 1. Seat latch 2.
• If the machine strikes an object or starts to vibrate, • Stop the blades, slow down the machine, and use immediately shut off the engine, remove the key (if equipped), and wait for all moving parts to stop before examining the machine for damage. Make all necessary repairs before resuming operation. Slow down and use caution when making turns and crossing roads and sidewalks with the machine. Always yield the right-of-way.
Slope Safety • Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and rollover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. The operator is responsible for safe slope operation. Operating the machine on any slope requires extra caution. Before using the machine on a slope, do the following: – Review and understand the slope instructions in the manual and on the machine. – Use an angle indicator to determine the approximate slope angle of the area. – Never operate on slopes greater than 15°.
Operating the Parking Brake Operating the Mower Blade-Control Switch (PTO) Always engage the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. The blade-control switch (PTO) starts and stops the mower blades and any powered attachments. Engaging the Parking Brake Engaging the Blade-Control Switch (PTO) Park the machine on a level surface. Note: Engaging the blade-control switch (PTO) with the throttle position at half or less causes excessive wear to the drive belts.
Starting the Engine Shutting Off the Engine Important: Do not engage starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, wait 15 seconds between attempts. Failure to follow these instructions can burn out the starter motor. CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while it is unattended. Note: You may need multiple attempts to start the engine the first time after adding fuel to an empty fuel system.
Using the Motion-Control Levers WARNING 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. Driving Forward Note: The engine shuts off when you move the traction-control with the parking brake engaged. To stop the machine, pull the motion-control levers to the NEUTRAL position. 1.
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. Contact with rotating mower blade(s) and thrown debris will cause injury or death. • Never remove the grass deflector from the mower deck because the grass deflector routes material down toward the turf.
Adjusting the Height of Cut Adjusting the Height-of-Cut Pin Using the Transport Lock 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 relocating the clevis pin into different hole locations. The transport lock has 2 positions, and is used with the deck-lift pedal. There is a LOCK position and an UNLOCK position for the transport position of the mower deck (Figure 25). 1. Move the transport lock to the lock position. 2.
Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers Whenever you change the height-of-cut, adjust the height of the anti-scalp rollers. 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch, and engage the parking brake. 2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. g029957 Figure 29 Adjust the anti-scalp rollers as shown in Figure 27, Figure 28, and Figure 29. 1. Anti-scalp roller 4. Flange nut 2. Spacer 5. Bolt 3.
Positioning the Flow Baffle The following figures are recommendations only. 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 the baffle. Position A This is the fully-rear position.
Operating Tips drop onto your lawn. To avoid this, move onto a previously cut area with the blades engaged or you can disengage the mower deck while moving forward. Using the Fast Throttle Setting For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate the engine at the FAST position. Air is required to thoroughly cut grass clippings, so do not set the height-of-cut so low as to totally surround the mower deck in uncut grass.
Using the Drive-Wheel-Release Valves Using the Fuel-Shutoff Valve The fuel-shutoff valve is located under the seat. Move the seat forward to access it. WARNING Close the fuel-shutoff valve for transport, maintenance, and storage. Hands may become entangled in the rotating drive components below the engine deck, which could result in serious injury. Ensure that the fuel-shutoff valve is open when starting the engine.
Selecting a Trailer WARNING Loading a machine onto a trailer or truck increases the possibility of tip-over and could cause serious injury or death (Figure 35). • Use only a full-width ramp; do not use individual ramps for each side of the machine. • Do not exceed a 15-degree angle between the ramp and the ground or between the ramp and the trailer or truck. g015123 • Ensure that the length of the ramp is at least 4 times as long as the height of the trailer or truck bed to the ground.
1. If using a trailer, connect it to the towing vehicle and connect the safety chains. 2. If applicable, connect the trailer brakes and lights. 3. Lower the ramp, ensuring that the angle between the ramp and the ground does not exceed 15 degrees (Figure 35). 4. Back the machine up the ramp (Figure 36). g028043 Figure 36 1. Back the machine up the ramp. 2. Drive the machine forward down the ramp. 5. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and engage the parking brake. 6.
Maintenance • Check the parking brake operation frequently. Maintenance Safety • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their • If you leave the key in the switch, someone could • Clean grass and debris from the cutting unit, Adjust and service it as required. proper operation regularly. accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. Remove the key from the switch before you perform any maintenance. muffler, drives, grass catcher, and engine compartment to prevent fires.
Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure Every 250 hours • Replace the primary air filter (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). • Check the safety air filter (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). • After the initial change—change the hydraulic-system filters and fluid when using Mobil 1 15W50 fluid. (Change it more often under dirty or dusty conditions) Every 400 hours • Grease the caster pivots (more often in dirty or dusty conditions).
Lubricating the Mower Deck-Lift Pivots Service Interval: Every 100 hours Use light oil or spray lubricant to lubricate the deck-lift pivots. g295792 Figure 39 4. Grease the drive-belt-idler arm (Figure 40). g017028 Figure 38 Greasing the Mower Deck Service Interval: Yearly—Grease the pump-belt-idler arm. 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch, and engage the parking brake. 2.
3. Raise the mower for access. 4. Remove the caster wheel from the caster forks. 5. Remove the seal guards from the wheel hub. g027339 Figure 41 g006115 Figure 42 11. 1. Seal guard Grease the caster-wheel bearings (Figure 41). Greasing the Caster Pivots 6. Service Interval: Every 400 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). Yearly—Repack the caster-wheel bearings (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). 1.
beyond either nut. Engine Maintenance 17. Install the seal guards over the wheel hub, and insert the wheel into the caster fork. Engine Safety 18. Install the caster bolt and tighten the nut fully. • Keep your hands, feet, face, clothing, and other Note: Make sure that the axle does not extend body parts away from the muffler and other hot surfaces. Allow engine components to cool before performing maintenance. Do not change the engine governor speed or overspeed the engine.
4. Clean the inside of the air-cleaner cover with compressed air. 5. Gently slide the primary filter out of the air-cleaner body (Figure 43). Servicing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Before each use or daily After the first 8 hours Every 100 hours (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). Note: Avoid knocking the filter into the side of the body. 6. Every 200 hours—Change the engine-oil filter (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). Remove the safety filter only to replace it.
3. To keep dirt, grass clippings, etc., out of the engine, clean the area around the oil-fill cap and dipstick before removing it (Figure 45). 3. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO) and engage the parking brake. 4. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 5. Drain the oil from the engine (Figure 46).
6. 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 47). g008804 g235264 Figure 47 7. Start the engine and drive to a flat area. 8. Check the oil level again. Changing the Engine-Oil Filter 1. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 39). 2. Change the engine-oil filter (Figure 48).
Servicing the Spark Plug(s) Set the gap to 0.75 mm (0.03 inch). 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 check and adjust the air gap. Install a new spark plug if necessary. g206628 Type of Spark Plug: NGK® BPR5ES or equivalent Figure 50 Air Gap: 0.75 mm (0.
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 15) for a complete list of fuel related precautions. Replacing the Fuel Filter g333362 Service Interval: Every 500 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) (more often in dusty, dirty conditions).
Electrical System Maintenance 2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Remove the battery as shown in Figure 53. 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.
Installing the Battery Charging the Battery Note: Position the battery in the tray with the terminal posts opposite from the hydraulic tank (Figure 55). WARNING Charging the battery produces gasses that can explode. Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and flames away from the battery. Important: Always keep the battery fully charged (1.265 specific gravity). This is especially important to prevent battery damage when the temperature is below 0°C (32°F). 1.
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/circuit for a malfunction or short. Checking the Seat Belt The fuses are located on the console to the right of the seat (Figure 56). 1. To replace the fuses, pull out on the fuse to remove it. 2. Install a new fuse (Figure 56).
Adjusting the Tracking 1. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO). 2. Drive to an open flat area, move the motion-control levers to the NEUTRAL-LOCK position. 3. Move the throttle midway between the FAST and SLOW positions. 4. Move both motion-control levers all the way forward until they both hit the stops in the T-slot. 5. Check which way the machine tracks. 6. Engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, and remove the key. 7. Adjust the stop plates as needed.
Checking the Wheel Lug Nuts Adjusting the Caster-Pivot Bearing Check and torque the wheel lug nuts to 122 to 129 N∙m (90 to 95 ft-lb). Service Interval: Every 500 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) Checking the Wheel-Hub Slotted Nut 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the parking brake. 2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3.
Removing the Clutch Shim Some later model year units have been built with clutches that contain a brake shim. When the clutch brake has worn to the point where the clutch no longer engages consistently, you can remove the shim to extend the clutch life. 5. Verify that 12 V is present at the clutch connector when the blade-control switch (PTO) switch is engaged. 6. Measure the gap between the rotor and armature. If the gap is greater than 1 mm (0.04 inch), do the following steps: A.
Cooling System Maintenance sides of the brake pole as shown in Figure 66 and Figure 67. Note: Due to the way the rotor and the armature faces wear (peaks and valleys) it is sometimes difficult to measure the gap accurately. Cleaning the Engine Screen and Engine-Oil Cooler Service Interval: Before each use or daily Remove any buildup of grass, dirt, or other debris from the oil cooler and the engine screen (Figure 68). g010872 Figure 66 1.
Cleaning the Engine-Cooling Fins and Shrouds Checking and Cleaning the Hydraulic-Unit Shrouds Service Interval: Before each use or daily Service Interval: Every 100 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the parking brake. 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the parking brake. 2. 2.
Brake Maintenance Note: To lengthen the linkage, rotate the clevis 1 turn outward. Adjusting the Parking Brake Service Interval: After the first 100 hours Every 500 hours Check to ensure that parking brake is adjusted properly. This procedure must be followed after the first 100 hours or when a brake component has been removed or replaced. 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch, and engage the parking brake. 2.
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. Replacing the Mower Belt 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the parking brake. 2.
Replacing the Hydraulic Pump-Drive Belt 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the parking brake. 2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Remove the mower belt; refer to Replacing the Mower Belt (page 52). 4. Raise the machine and support it with jack stands (Figure 75). g027730 Figure 74 1. Position the belt cover. 3. Ensure that the tab is under the metal catch.
6. Unhook the idler spring from the frame (Figure 75). 7. Remove the belt from the hydraulic-unit-drive pulleys and the engine pulley. 8. Install the new belt around engine pulley and the 2 drive pulleys. 9. Using a ratchet in the square hole in the idler arm, install the idler spring to the frame (Figure 75). 10. Controls System Maintenance Adjusting the Control-Handle Position There are 2 height positions for the control levers—high and low. Remove the bolts to adjust the height for the operator.
4. 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. 5. Remove the electrical connection from the seat safety switch, located under the bottom cushion of the seat. Note: The switch is a part of the seat assembly. 6. Temporarily install a jumper wire across the terminals in the connector of the main wire harness. 7. Start the engine, run it at full throttle, and disengage the parking brake.
11. Adjusting the Motion-Control Neutral-Lock Pivot Move the motion-control levers to the REVERSE position and while applying slight pressure to the lever, allow the reverse-indicator springs to bring the levers back to neutral. Note: The wheels should stop turning or slightly creep in reverse. 12. Shut off the machine. 13. Remove the jumper wire from the wire harness and plug the connector into the seat switch. 14. Remove the jack stands. 15.
Hydraulic System Maintenance 6. Remove 1 dipstick from the hydraulic reservoir (Figure 81). 7. Wipe the dipstick off and thread the dipstick into the reservoir. Hydraulic System Safety 8. Remove the dipstick and look at the end (Figure 81). • Seek immediate medical attention if fluid is injected Important: Do not overfill the hydraulic into skin. Injected fluid must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor. units with fluid, as damage may occur.
Changing the Hydraulic Fluid and Filters 5. Place a drain pan under the filter, remove the old filter, and wipe the surface clean (Figure 83). Service Interval: After the first 250 hours—Change the hydraulic filters and hydraulic fluid. Every 250 hours—After the initial change—change the hydraulic-system filters and fluid when using Mobil 1 15W50 fluid.
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 servicing the blades. Only replace or sharpen the blades; never straighten or weld them. Figure 84 • On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one blade can cause other blades to rotate. • Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
Checking for Bent Blades Note: The machine must be on a level surface for the following procedure. 1. Raise the mower deck to the highest height-of-cut position. 2. While wearing thickly padded gloves, or other adequate hand protection, slowly rotate the blade into a position that allows you to measure the distance between the cutting edge and the level surface the machine is on (Figure 85). g014974 Figure 87 1. Blade (side previously measured) 2. Measurement (position used previously) 3.
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 blade is out of balance or bent. 1. Place a wrench on the flat of the spindle shaft or hold the blade end using a rag or thickly padded glove. 2. Remove the blade bolt, bushing, and blade from the spindle shaft (Figure 89). Note: If the blade is not balanced, file some metal off the end of the sail area only (Figure 90).
g298850 Figure 93 1. Top spindle nut 3. Blade bolt g027343 Figure 94 2. Flat of the spindle shaft 1. Deck-lift pedal 3. 4. Apply copper-based lubricant or grease to the threads of the blade bolt as needed to prevent seizing. Install the blade bolt finger-tight. Place a wrench on the flat of the spindle shaft and torque the blade bolt to 75 to 81 N∙m (55 to 60 ft-lb). Leveling the Mower Deck 1.
g009196 Figure 95 1. 7.6 cm (3 inch) at position A is correct 2. 8.3 cm (3-1/4 inch) at position B is correct 3. Measure here from the blade tip to the hard surface 4. Measure at position A and B on both sides g027344 9. Figure 96 Fine-tune the adjustment nut on the front deck-lift assembly by turning it (Figure 96). Note: To increase the height, turn the adjustment nut clockwise; to decrease the height, turn the nut counterclockwise. 1. Adjustment nut 3. Rear deck adjustment 2. Jam nut 4.
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 the length of the available travel in their slots. This regains some up and down adjustment on each of the 4 deck links. Lock out the spring-loaded deck arms before servicing or removing the mower deck. WARNING Deck-lift arm assemblies have stored energy. Removing the deck with out releasing the stored energy can cause serious injury or death.
g009038 Figure 99 1. Clutch pulley 2. Mower belt 5. Square hole in the idler arm for the ratchet 6. Idler grease fitting 3. Spring-loaded idler pulley 7. Belt guide 4. Ratchet 7. Remove and retain the hardware on both sides of the deck as shown in Figure 100. g010252 Figure 100 1. Right stabilizer 2. Deck strut (right side shown) 3. Remove the shoulder bolt and nut. 4. Remove the shoulder bolt and nut. 65 8. Raise the deck struts and secure them in the raised position. 9.
Replacing the Grass Deflector Cleaning Cleaning under the Mower Deck 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. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Never operate the machine unless you install a mulch plate, discharge deflector, or grass collection system. 1. 2. Remove the locknut, bolt, spring, and spacer holding the deflector to the pivot brackets (Figure 101).
Storage 12. Storage Safety Prepare the machine for storage when non-use occurs over 30 days. Prepare the machine for storage as follows: A. • Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before you leave the operator’s position. Allow the machine to cool before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it. • Do not store the machine or fuel near flames or Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most drain the fuel indoors or inside an enclosed trailer.
Troubleshooting Problem The starter does not crank. The engine does not start, starts hard, or fails to keep running. Possible Cause 1. The blade-control switch is engaged. 1. Disengage the blade-control switch. 2. The parking brake is disengaged. 3. The motion-control levers are not in the NEUTRAL-LOCK position. 4. You are not sitting in the operator’s seat. 5. The battery is dead. 6. The electrical connections are corroded or loose. 7. A fuse is blown. 8. A relay or switch is damaged. 2.
Problem The machine pulls to the left or right (with the motion-control levers fully forward). The machine does not drive. The machine vibrates abnormally. The cutting height is uneven. Possible Cause 1. The tracking needs adjustment 1. Adjust the tracking. 2. The tire pressure in the drive tires is not correct. 2. Adjust the tire pressure in the drive tires. 1. The bypass valves are not closed tight. 1. Tighten the bypass valves. 2. The pump belt is worn, loose, or broken. 3.
Schematics g009180 Wire Diagram (Rev.
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