Form No. 3414-701 Rev C Z Master® Commercial 3000 Series Riding Mower with 60in TURBO FORCE® Side Discharge Mower Model No. 75990—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
WARNING CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Cleaning the Engine Screen and Engine-Oil Cooler ........................................................... 52 Cleaning the Engine Cooling Fins and Shrouds ........................................................ 52 Checking and Cleaning the Hydraulic Units.............................................................. 53 Brake Maintenance ............................................. 53 Adjusting the Parking Brake.............................. 53 Belt Maintenance ...........................................
Safety • Inspect the area where the equipment is used, and remove all objects that can be thrown by the machine. Improper use or maintenance of the machine can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions and always pay attention to the safety alert symbol, which means Caution, Warning, or Danger—personal safety instruction. Failure to comply with the instruction may result in personal injury or death.
• Look behind and down before backing up to • • • • • • ensure a clear path. Keep pets and bystanders away from an operating machine. Slow down and use caution when making turns and crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop the blades if you are not mowing. Be aware of the mower-discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower while ill, tired, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Use care when loading or unloading the machine into or from a trailer or truck.
Using the Rollover-Protection System (ROPS) • The ROPS is an integral safety device. Keep the ROPS in the raised and locked position and use the seat belt when operating the machine. • Lower the ROPS temporarily only when absolutely necessary. Do not wear the seat belt when the ROPS is folded down. • Be aware there is no rollover protection when the ROPS is in the down position. • Be certain that the seat belt can be released quickly in the event of an emergency.
Slope Indicator g011841 Figure 3 This page may be copied for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can safely 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. Example of how to compare slope with folded edge.
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. decal58-6520 58-6520 decal106-2655 1. Grease 106-2655 1. Warning—do not touch or approach moving belts; remove the ignition key and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance. decal93-7818 93-7818 1.
decal110-2068 110-2068 1. Read the Operator's Manual. decal112-9028 112-9028 1. Warning—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards in place. 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.
decal115-9625 115-9625 1. Parking brake—disengaged 2. Parking brake—engaged decal116-1716 decal117-0346 116-1716 1. Fuel 2. Empty 6. Hour meter 7. PTO 3. Half 8. Parking brake 4. Full 5. Battery 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. 9. Neutral 10. Operator presence switch decal117-3848 117-3848 decal116-4858 116-4858 1.
decal126-2055 126-2055 1. Wheel lug nut torque 95 ft-lb (129 N-m) (4x) 2. Wheel hub nut torque 235 ft-lb (319 N-m) 3. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual before performing any maintenance, check torque after the first 100 hours then every 500 hours thereafter. decal117-3864 117-3864 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. 2. Fill to bottom of filler neck; warning—do not overfill the tank. decal126-4398 126-4398 1. Read the Operator’s manual 2. Lock decal121-7551 121-7551 1. Power takeoff (PTO) 4.
decalbatterysymbols Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery decal127-0326 127-0326 1. Read the Operator's Manual. 3. Remove the key from the ignition and read the Operator's Manual before performing maintenance or servicing the machine. 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders a safe distance 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.
decal132-5067 132–5067 decal125-9383 125–9383 1. Check hydraulic oil 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 those conditions on that day and at that site.
Fuel Gauge Product Overview The fuel gauge is located with the hour meter, and the bars light up when the ignition switch is on (Figure 6). The indicator light appears when the fuel level is low—approximately 3.8 L (1 US gallon) remaining in the fuel tank. g029631 Figure 4 1. Side-discharge deflector 2. Height-of-cut deck lift pedal 8. Rear shock assembly g008950 Figure 6 9. Seat belt 1. Fuel gauge (bars) 4. Safety-interlock symbols 3. Parking-brake lever 10. Fuel cap 2. Battery light 5.
Choke Specifications Use the choke to start a cold engine. Pull the choke knob up to engage it. Note: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. Width: Blade-Control Switch (PTO) 60 inch Deck The blade-control switch (PTO) is used to engage the electric clutch and drive the mower blades. Pull the switch up to engage the blades and release. To disengage the blades, push the blade-control switch (PTO) down or move a motion-control lever into the neutral-lock position.
Operation DANGER In certain conditions during fueling, static electricity can cause a spark which can ignite the gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Adding Fuel • For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than • • • • • Always place gasoline containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
Filling the Fuel Tank Using Fuel Stabilizer/Conditioner Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to keep the fuel fresh during storage of 90 days or less. If you are storing the machine for longer, drain the fuel tank; refer to Servicing the Fuel Tank (page 45). 1. Park the machine on a level surface. 2. Engage the parking brake. 3. Shut off the engine and remove the key. Important: Do not use fuel additives containing 4. Clean around the fuel-tank cap and remove it.
Checking the Engine-Oil Level Before you start the engine and use the machine, check the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 40). 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.
Entering the User Position Use the mower deck as a step to get into the user position (Figure 9). g000963 Figure 10 1. Safe Zone—use the machine here on slopes less than 15 degrees or flat areas. 2. Danger Zone—use a walk-behind mower and/or a hand trimmer on slopes greater than 15 degrees and near drop-offs and water. g029797 Figure 9 1. Mower deck Think Safety First Please read all safety instructions and symbols in the safety section.
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) WARNING Important: Engaging the blade-control switch (PTO) with the throttle position at half or less will cause excessive wear to the drive belts.
Operating the Throttle Operating the Ignition Switch The throttle control can be moved between the FAST and SLOW positions (Figure 16). 1. Always use the FAST position when engaging the mower deck with the blade-control switch (PTO). Turn the ignition key to the START position (Figure 18). When the engine starts, release the key. Important: Do not engage the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, allow a 15 second cool-down period between attempts.
Using the Fuel-Shutoff Valve Starting the Engine 1. Raise and lock the roll bar into place, sit on the seat, and fasten the seat belt. The fuel-shutoff valve is located under the seat. Move the seat forward to access it. 2. Move the motion controls to neutral-locked position. Close the fuel-shutoff valve for transport, maintenance, and storage. 3. Engage the parking brake; refer to Engaging the Parking Brake (page 21). Ensure that the fuel-shutoff valve is open when starting the engine. 4.
The Safety-Interlock System Stopping the Engine CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while it is unattended. CAUTION If the safety-interlock switches are disconnected or damaged the machine could operate unexpectedly causing personal injury. Always remove the ignition key and set the parking brake when leaving the machine unattended, even if just for a few minutes. • Do not tamper with the interlock switches.
Testing the Safety-Interlock System CAUTION 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 down the machine before making sharp turns. Service Interval: Before each use or daily 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. 1.
Stopping the Machine To stop the machine, move the traction control levers to neutral and move to locked position, disengage the power take off (blade-control switch (PTO), and turn the ignition key to off. Engage the parking brake when you leave the machine; refer to Engaging the Parking Brake (page 21). Remove the key from the ignition switch. CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while it is unattended.
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 moving the clevis pin into different hole locations. 1. Move the transport lock to the LOCK position. 2. Push on the deck-lift pedal with your foot and raise the mower deck to the transport position (also the 140 mm (5-1/2 inch) cutting-height position); refer to Figure 27. 3.
Adjusting the Flow Baffle Cam Locks This procedure is applicable only to machines with the flow baffle locks. Certain models will have nuts and bolts in-place of the flow baffle locks and can be adjusted the same. The mower discharge flow can be adjusted for different types of mowing conditions. Position the cam locks and baffle to give the best quality of cut. g029955 Figure 28 1. Anti-scalp roller 4. Flange nut 2. Spacer 5. Bolt 3. Bushing g029956 Figure 29 1. Anti-scalp roller 3. Flange nut 2.
Positioning the Flow Baffle Position C The following figures are only recommendations for use. Adjustments will vary by grass type, moisture content, and height of grass. This is the full-open position. The suggested use for this position is as follows: Note: If the engine power draws down and the • Use in wet conditions. • Use in tall, dense grass-mowing conditions. mower ground speed is the same, open up the baffle. • Use to lower the engine power consumption.
Adjusting the MyRide™ Suspension System Unlatching the Seat The MyRide™ suspension system adjusts to provide a smooth and comfortable ride. You can adjust the rear 2-shock assemblies to quickly and easily change the suspension system. Position the suspension system where you are most comfortable. Adjusting the Rear-Shock Assemblies The slots for the rear-shock assemblies have detent positions for reference. You can position the rear-shock assemblies anywhere in the slot, not just in the detent positions.
Using the Drive Wheel Release Valves Adjust the rear-shock assemblies (Figure 38). WARNING Hands may become entangled in the rotating drive components below the engine deck, which could result in serious injury. Stop the engine, remove the key, and allow all moving parts to stop before accessing the drive wheel release valves. g030024 WARNING The engine and hydraulic drive units can become very hot. Touching a hot engine or hydraulic drive units can cause severe burns.
Transporting the Machine Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all necessary brakes, 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.
Loading the Machine Use extreme caution when loading or unloading machines onto a trailer or a truck. Use a full-width ramp that is wider than the machine for this procedure. Back up the ramp and drive forward down the ramp (Figure 41). g027995 Figure 41 1. Back the machine up the ramp. 2. Drive the machine forward down the ramp. Important: Do not use narrow individual ramps for each side of the machine.
Long Grass Operating Tips If the grass is ever allowed to grow slightly longer than normal, or if it contains a high degree of moisture, raise the cutting height higher than usual and cut the grass at this setting. Then cut the grass again using the lower, normal setting. Fast Throttle Setting For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate the engine at the fast throttle position.
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After the first 8 hours • Change the engine oil. After the first 100 hours • Check the wheel lug nut torque. • Check the wheel hub slotted-nut torque. • Check the parking brake adjustment. After the first 250 hours • Change the hydraulic filters and hydraulic fluid when using any type of fluid. Before each use or daily • • • • • • • • Check the safety system. Check the engine oil level.
CAUTION If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. Remove the key from the ignition before you do any maintenance. Lubrication Greasing the Mower Deck Greasing and Lubrication Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Grease the mower deck spindles and idler arm (if equipped). Grease more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
Greasing the Pump-Belt-Idler Arm Greasing the Caster-Wheel Bearings Service Interval: Yearly—Grease the pump-belt-idler arm. Service Interval: Yearly—Grease the front caster pivots (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). Grease the pump-belt-idler arm (Figure 45). Yearly—Repack the front caster-wheel bearings (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). 1. Remove the dust cap and adjust the caster pivots. Note: Keep the dust cap off until greasing is done. 2. Remove the hex plug. 3.
Lubricating the Caster-Wheel Hubs 11. With the open end of the wheel facing up, fill the area inside the wheel around the axle full of general-purpose grease. Service Interval: Yearly 12. Insert the second bearing and a new seal into the wheel. 13. Apply a thread-locking adhesive to the second spacer nut and thread it onto the axle with the wrench flats facing outward. 14. Torque the nut to 8 to 9 N∙m (75 to 80 in-lb), loosen it, then torque it to 2 to 3 N∙m (20 to 25 in-lb).
Engine Maintenance WARNING Contact with hot surfaces may cause personal injury. Keep your hands, feet, face, clothing and other body parts away the muffler and other hot surfaces. Servicing the Air Cleaner g009031 Service Interval: Every 250 hours—Replace the primary air filter. Figure 48 Every 250 hours—Check the secondary air filter. Every 500 hours—Replace the secondary air filter. 1. Air-cleaner clamps 3. Primary air filter 2. Air-cleaner cover 4.
Servicing the Engine Oil Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SG, SH, SJ, or SL) Crankcase Capacity: with a filter change, 2.1 L (2.2 US qt); without a filter change, 1.8 L (1.9 US qt) g029644 Viscosity: See the table below. g004216 Figure 49 Note: Use of multi-grade oils (5W-20, 10W-30, or 10W-40) will increase oil consumption. Check the oil level more frequently when using them. Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily Note: Check the oil when the engine is cold.
Changing the Engine Oil 4. Service Interval: After the first 8 hours Every 100 hours (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). 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 52). Note: Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center. 1. Park the machine so that the rear is slightly lower than the front to ensure the oil drains completely. 2.
Servicing the Spark Plugs Service Interval: Every 100 hours Make sure that the air gap between the center electrode and the side electrode is correct before installing each spark plug. Use a spark-plug wrench for removing and installing the spark plugs and a gapping tool/feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap. Install new spark plugs if necessary. g029644 Type : NGK® BPR4ES or equivalent Air Gap: 0.76 mm (0.030 inch) Removing the Spark Plug 1.
Checking the Spark Plugs Important: Never clean the spark plug(s). Always replace the spark plug(s) when it has: a black coating, worn electrodes, an oily film, or cracks. If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating on the insulator usually means that the air cleaner is dirty. g029645 Set the gap to 0.76 mm (0.030 inch). g027479 Figure 56 g009919 Figure 54 1. Pull this tab out to the side in the direction of the arrow 2.
Installing the Spark Plugs Fuel System Maintenance Tighten the spark plugs to 24.4 to 29.8 N∙m (18 to 22 ft-lb). Replacing the Fuel Filter Service Interval: Every 500 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). The fuel filter is located near the engine on the front or rear side of the engine. 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control levers to the neutral-locked position, and engage the parking brake. 2.
Servicing the Fuel Tank Electrical System Maintenance Do not attempt to drain the fuel tank. Ensure that an Authorized Service Dealer drains the fuel tank and services any components of the fuel system. Servicing the Battery Service Interval: Monthly WARNING CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Installing the Battery WARNING Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the machine and cables causing, sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gases to explode, resulting in personal injury. • Always disconnect the negative (black) battery cable before disconnecting the positive (red) cable. • Always connect the positive (red) battery cable before connecting the negative (black) cable. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
Charging the Battery Servicing the Fuses 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. WARNING Charging the battery produces gases that can explode. Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and flames away from 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.
Drive System Maintenance Checking the Seat Belt Service Interval: Before each use or daily Visually inspect seat belt for wear, cuts, and proper operation of retractor and buckle. Replace before operating if damaged. Checking the Rollover Protection System (ROPS) Knobs Service Interval: Before each use or daily WARNING To avoid injury or death from rollover, keep the roll bar in the fully raised locked position and use the seat belt. Ensure that the seat is secured to the machine.
8. Checking the Wheel Lug Nuts Tighten the stop plate (Figure 63). Check and torque the wheel lug nuts to 122 to 129 N∙m (90 to 95 ft-lb). Checking the Wheel Hub Slotted Nut Service Interval: After the first 100 hours Every 500 hours Check and ensure that the torque of the slotted nut is 286 to 352 N∙m (211 to 260 ft-lb). Note: Do not use anti-seize compound on the wheel hub. g029647 Figure 63 Left control lever shown 1. Control lever 3. Stop plate 2.
Removing the Clutch Shim Important: Make sure the spring washers are installed correctly as shown in Figure 66. 5. 1. Park the machine on a level surface, engage the parking brake. shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the key. Allow the machine to cool completely before starting these instructions. 2. Using an air compressor, blow out any debris from under the brake pole and around the brake spacers. Install the dust cap (Figure 66). g001297 g010868 Figure 66 1.
B. Using needle-nose pliers, or by hand, take hold of the tab and remove the shim. Note: Do not discard the shim until proper clutch function has been confirmed. g010873 Figure 72 1. Feeler gauge • If the gap is less than 0.010 inch, g010871 Figure 70 then reinstall the shim and reference Troubleshooting (page 69). 1. Shim • If the gap is sufficient, proceed to the C. safety check in step F. Use a pneumatic line to blow out any debris from under the brake pole and around the brake spacers. D.
Cooling System Maintenance 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 (Figure 73). g029644 g004218 Figure 74 1. Engine guard 4. Fan housing 2. Engine-air-intake screen 5. Screw 3. Bolt g009191 Figure 73 Before each use remove any buildup of grass, dirt, or other debris from the engine screen.
Brake Maintenance Checking and Cleaning the Hydraulic Units Adjusting the Parking Brake Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Disengage the 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. Move the seat forward. 4. Clean the debris and grass from the hydraulic units (Figure 75). 5.
Belt Maintenance Inspecting the Belts Service Interval: Every 50 hours Check the belts for squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping when cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks, and cracks. These are signs of a worn mower belt; replace the mower belt if any of these conditions are evident. Replacing the Mower Belt g026961 Figure 76 Left Side Shown 1. L-bracket 4. Rear-linkage assembly 2. Linkage stop 5. Caliper 3. Gap 6.
g027730 Figure 79 1. Position the belt cover. 2. Slide the belt cover under the side catches. g009038 Figure 78 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 10. Install the belt guide on the idler arm shown in Figure 78. 11. Using the ratchet in the square hole, install the idler spring (Figure 78). Make sure that the spring ends are seated in the anchor grooves. 12.
Replacing the Hydraulic Pump-Drive Belt Controls System Maintenance 1. Disengage the 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 54). 4. Raise the machine and support it with jack stands (Figure 80). Adjusting the Control Handle Position There are two height positions for the control levers; high and low.
5. Start the engine. The brake must be engaged and motion-control levers out to start engine. You do not have to be in the seat because of the jumper wire being used. Run the engine at full throttle and release the brake. 6. Run the unit at least 5 minutes with the drive levers at full forward speed to bring hydraulic oil up to operating temperature. Note: The motion-control lever needs to be in neutral while making any necessary adjustments. 7.
Adjusting the Motion-Control Damper Adjusting the Motion-Control Neutral-Lock Pivot The top damper mounting bolt can be adjusted to obtain a more desired motion-control lever resistance. See Figure 84 for mounting options. The flanged nut can be adjusted to obtain a more desired motion-control lever resistance when moving it to the neutral-lock position. See Figure 85 for adjustment options. 1. Loosen the jam nut. 2. Tighten or loosen the flanged nut to the desired feel.
Hydraulic System Maintenance Servicing the Hydraulic System Hydraulic Fluid Type: Toro® HYPR-OIL™ 500 hydraulic oil or Mobil® 1 15W-50. Important: Use oil specified. Other fluids could cause system damage. Each Hydraulic System Oil Capacity: 1.5 L (1.59 US qt) per side with filter change Checking the Hydraulic Oil Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Check the hydraulic fluid level. 1. Position the machine on a level surface. 2.
Replacing the Hydraulic Filters and Hydraulic Fluid Service Interval: After the first 250 hours—Change the hydraulic filters and hydraulic fluid when using any type of fluid. Every 250 hours—Change the hydraulic filters and hydraulic fluid when using Mobil® 1 oil (more often in dirty or dusty conditions). Every 500 hours—Change the hydraulic filters and hydraulic fluid when using Toro® HYPR-OIL™ 500 hydraulic oil (more often in dirty or dusty conditions).
Mower Deck Maintenance Leveling the Mower Deck Setting up the Machine Note: Ensure that the mower deck is leveled before matching the height of cut (HOC). 1. Position the machine on a flat surface. 2. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move the motion-control levers to the neutral-locked position, and engage the parking brake. g029840 Figure 89 3. Transport lock 1. Deck-lift pedal 2. Height-of-cut pin 3.
Note: To increase the height, turn the adjuster screw clockwise; to decrease the height, turn it counterclockwise. the length of the available travel in their slots. This will regain some up-and-down adjustment on each of the 4 deck links. g009042 g010251 Figure 93 Figure 91 1. Flanged locknut 3. Jam nut 2. Adjuster screw 4. Yoke 1. Single point adjustment bolt 14. 11. 12.
Servicing the Cutting Blades Maintain sharp blades throughout the cutting season, because sharp blades cut cleanly without tearing or shredding the grass blades. Tearing and shredding turns grass brown at the edges, which slows growth and increases the chance of disease. g006530 Check the cutter blades daily for sharpness, and for any wear or damage. 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.
WARNING A blade that is bent or damaged could break apart and could seriously injure or kill you or bystanders. • Always replace bent or damaged blade with a new blade. • Never file or create sharp notches in the edges or surfaces of blade. Removing the Blades Blades must be replaced if a solid object is hit, if the blade is out of balance or is bent. To ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades.
Sharpening the Blades WARNING When sharpening blades, pieces of a blade could be thrown and cause serious injury. Wear proper eye protection when sharpening blades. 1. Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both ends of the blade (Figure 97). Maintain the original angle. The blade retains its balance if the same amount of material is removed from both cutting edges. g004536 Figure 99 1. Sail area of blade 2. Blade 3. Curved washer g000276 4. Blade bolt 5. Cone toward bolt head Figure 97 1.
8. g009038 Figure 100 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 101. g010252 Figure 101 1. Right stabilizer 2. Deck strut (right side shown) 3. Remove the rear deck lift attachment shoulder bolt and nut. 4. Remove the front deck lift attachment shoulder bolt and nut.
Replacing the Grass Deflector Cleaning Cleaning under the Mower WARNING Service Interval: Before each use or daily Operating the machine with the engine running at a speed greater than the factory setting can cause the machine to throw a part of the blade or engine toward you or bystanders, resulting in serious personal injury or death. Never operate the machine unless you install a cover plate, a mulch plate, a grass deflector, or a bagger. 1. 1.
Storage B. Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). Cleaning and Storage C. Stop the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel tank; refer to Servicing the Fuel Tank (page 45). D. Restart the engine and run it until it stops. E. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per local codes. 1. 2. Disengage the power take off (blade-control switch (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to the off position. Remove the key.
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 (PTO) is engaged. 1. Move the blade-control switch (PTO) to the disengaged position. 2. The parking brake is not on. 3. The motion-control levers are not in the neutral-lock position. 4. The operator is not seated. 5. The battery is dead. 6. The electrical connections are corroded or loose. 7. The fuse is blown. 8.
Problem The machine does not drive. The machine vibrates abnormally. The machine produces an uneven cutting height. Possible Cause 1. The bypass valves are not closed tight. 1. Tighten the bypass valves. 2. The pump belt is worn, loose, or broken. 3. The pump belt is off a pulley. 4. The idler spring is broken or missing. 5. The hydraulic oil level is low or too hot. 2. Change the belt. 1. Install new cutting blade(s). 2. The blade mounting bolt is loose. 3. The engine mounting bolts are loose. 4.
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The Toro Total Coverage Warranty Landscape Contractor Equipment (LCE) A Limited Warranty (see warranty periods below) Conditions and Products Covered Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promise to the original purchaser to repair the Toro Products listed below if defective in materials or workmanship.
