Summary of Contents for Toro Z453 Z Master 74416TE
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Form No. 3356-174 Rev A Z453 Z Master® with 132cm TURBO FORCE® Side Discharge Mower Model No. 74416TE—Serial No. 270000001 and Up Register your product at www.Toro.com Original Instructions (EN)
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, Safety ..............4 or additional information, contact an Authorized Safe Operating Practices ...... 4 Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have Toro Riding Mower Safety ....5 the model and serial numbers of your product Sound Pressure........6 ready.
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Maintenance............27 Cleaning Under the Mower ....52 Recommended Maintenance Waste Disposal ........52 Schedule(s) ....... 27 Storage .............. 53 Lubrication..........28 Troubleshooting..........54 Greasing and Lubrication....28 Schematics ............57 Greasing the Mower Deck and Belt Idlers......... 28 Lubricating the Caster Wheel Hubs .........
Safety ◊ the type of machine is unsuitable for its task; ◊ lack of awareness of the effect of This machine meets or exceeds European Standards in effect at the time of production. ground conditions, especially slopes; However, improper use or maintenance by the ◊...
• Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine, and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) Toro Riding Mower Safety or remove the ignition key – before clearing blockages or unclogging The following list contains safety information chute; specific to Toro products or other safety...
• Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, Sound Pressure sparks and flames away from battery. • Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to This unit has a maximum sound pressure level ensure that original standards are maintained. at the operator’s ear of 90 dBA, based on •...
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 lost. 98-4387 58-6520 1. Warning—wear hearing protection. 1. Grease 93-7010 1.
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99-8939 1. Read the Operator’s 3. Remove the ignition key Manual. and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance. 2. Height of cut 107-1686 1. Read the Operator’s 5. Tire pressure Manual before servicing or performing maintenance. 2. Time interval 6.
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107-2131 1. Hydraulic oil level 2. Warning—do not touch the hot surface. 107-2132 108-1052 1. Warning—engage the parking brake and chock the wheels 1. Height of cut adjustment when parking on a hill. 108-1053 1. Height-of-cut 107-3069 1. Warning—there is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down.
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Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 110-2068 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders a safe distance from the battery. 2. No re, open ame, or 7. Wear eye protection; 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. smoking.
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107-9309 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for information on charging the battery; contains lead; do not discard. 2. Read the Operator’s Manual. 110-0439 5. Fast 1. Choke 3. Engine—run 7. Slow 2. Engine—stop 4. Engine—start 6. Continuous variable setting 8. Power take-off (PTO)
Product Overview Using the Hour Meter The hour meter (Figure 5) records the number of hours the engine has operated. It operates when the engine is running. Use these times for scheduling regular maintenance. Figure 5 1. Hour meter Using the Fuel Shutoff Valve The machine has 2 fuel tanks, one on the left side and the other on the right side.
Operation In certain conditions during fueling, static Note: Determine the left and right sides of the electricity can be released causing a spark machine from the normal operating position. which can ignite the gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and Adding Fuel others and can damage property.
• Cleans the engine while it runs • Eliminates gum-like varnish buildup in the fuel There is no rollover protection when the roll system, which causes hard starting bar is in the down position. Important: Do not use fuel additives •...
4. To raise the roll bar, remove the hairpin cotter pins and remove the two pins (Figure 8). Operating on wet grass or steep slopes can 5. Raise the roll bar to the upright position and cause sliding and loss of control. install the two pins and secure them with the hairpin cotter pins (Figure 8).
This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85 dBA at the operators ear and can cause hearing loss through extended periods of exposure. Wear hearing protection when operating this machine. Use protective equipment for your eyes, ears, feet, and head. Figure 11 1.
Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking. After engine starts, move choke control to Run position. Figure 15 3. Start 1. Off 2. Run 7. After the engine starts, move the choke to off (Figure 13). If the engine stalls or hesitates, move the choke back to on for a few seconds, then move the throttle lever to desired setting.
The Safety Interlock System Operating the Power Take Off (PTO) The power take off (PTO) switch starts and stops If safety interlock switches are disconnected the mower blades and any powered attachments. or damaged the machine could operate Engaging the PTO unexpectedly causing personal injury.
PTO and rise slightly from the seat; the engine The farther you move the traction control should stop. levers in either direction, the faster the machine will move in that direction. 4. Sitting on the seat, engage the parking brake, move the PTO switch to off and move the To stop, pull the motion control levers to the motion control levers to neutral lock position.
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. Set the parking brake when you leave the machine; refer to Setting the Parking Brake in Operation, page 14.
4. Adjust the baffle and cam lock in the slot to the desired discharge flow. 5. Swing the lever back over to tighten the baffle and cam lock (Figure 21). 6. If the cam does not lock the baffle into place or it is too tight, loosen the lever and then rotate the cam lock.
• Allows increased ground speed in heavy conditions. Unlatching the Seat • This position is similar to the benefits of the Push the seat latch rearward to unlatch the seat. Toro SFS mower. This will allow access to the machine under the seat (Figure 26).
Figure 27 Figure 26 1. Side console controls 3. Hydraulic pumps 3. Seat 1. Seat latch 2. By-pass valve 2. Fuel cap Using the Side Discharge Pushing the Machine by Hand The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward Important: Always push the machine the turf.
Please carefully read all the safety instructions. ramp. Both maneuvers can cause the unit to tip Knowing this information could help you, your backward. family, pets or bystanders avoid injury. To transport the machine: Loading a unit onto a trailer or truck •...
If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a Mow at Correct Intervals genuine TORO replacement blade. Normally, mow every four days. But remember, grass grows at different rates at different times.
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the rst 8 operating • Check the hydraulic uid. hours After the rst 25 • Change the hydraulic lter and oil. operating hours • Check the safety system. •...
Lubrication Greasing and Lubrication Lubricate the machine when shown on the Check Service Reference Aid decal (Figure 29). Grease more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Grease Type: General-purpose grease. How to Grease 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to the neutral locked position and set the parking brake.
4. Grease the three spindle bearings under the pulleys until grease comes out the lower seals (Figure 30). 5. Grease the idler arm on the mower deck (Figure 30). 6. Grease the fittings on the push arms (Figure 30). Figure 31 1.
Figure 33 1. Spacer nut 4. Caster wheel 2. Bearing seal (new seals 5. Nut and axle assembled required) 3. Bearing Engine Maintenance Figure 32 1. 1/8 inch (3 mm) of the nut past the axle Servicing the Air Cleaner 12.
4. Clean the inside of the air cleaner cover with compressed air. 5. Gently slide the air filter out of the air cleaner body (Figure 34). Avoid knocking the filter into the side of the body. 6. Inspect the air filter for damage by looking into the filter while shining a bright light on the outside of the filter.
Important: Do not overfill the crankcase 10. Check the oil level; refer to Checking the with oil and run the engine; engine damage Engine Oil Level. can result. 11. Slowly add the additional oil to bring it to the Full mark. Changing the Oil Changing the Oil Filter 1.
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 plugs and a gapping tool/feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap. Install new spark plugs if necessary.
4. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for 2. Disengage the power takeoff (PTO), set the all moving parts to stop before leaving the parking brake, stop the engine, and remove operating position. the key. 5. Close the fuel shutoff valve (Figure 41). 3.
Removing the Battery Battery terminals or metal tools could short against metal machine components causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. • When removing or installing the battery, do not allow the battery terminals to touch any metal parts of the machine.
Charging the Battery Fuse: • Main, F1-30 amp, blade-type • Charge circuit, F2-25 amp, blade-type Charging the battery produces gasses that • Optional head light kit, 10 amp, blade-type can explode. 1. Raise the seat to gain access to the fuse holder Never smoke near the battery and keep (Figure 44).
Drive System Checking the Tire Pressure Maintenance Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 50 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs Adjusting the Tracking first (Figure 46). Maintain the air pressure in the rear tires at 13 psi Note: Determine the left and right sides of the (90 kPa).
Figure 47 1. Slotted Nut 3. Hole in threaded shaft 2. Two threads or less 4. Washer (if needed) showing 5. Check the distance from bottom of slot in nut to inside edge of hole. Two threads or less should be showing (Figure 47). Figure 48 6.
4. Clean the debris and grass from the engine parts. 5. Install air intake screen, recoil starter and fan housing (Figure 49). Figure 50 1. Brake lever 5. 3/16 to 1/4 inch (5 to 7 mm) 2. Spring, 2-3/4 inch (74 mm) 6. Jam nut and yoke 3.
Check belts for cracks, frayed edges, burn marks or any other damage. Replace damaged belts. Replacing the Mower Belt The signs of a worn mower belt are squealing while the belt is rotating, blades slipping while you are cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks, and cracks.
7. Release the pressure on the spring loaded idler (Figure 53). 8. Install the mower belt. Figure 54 1. Push arm 3. Jam nut 4. Ball joint 2. 15–1/8 inch (384 mm) Figure 53 1. Belt 4. Bolt 2. Clutch electrical wire 5.
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5. Move lever to the neutral position but not locked (Figure 55). Figure 55 1. Neutral locked position 3. Neutral potion 2. Control lever 6. Pull the lever back until the clevis pin (on the arm below the pivot shaft) contacts the end Figure 56 of the slot (just beginning to put pressure on 1.
Hydraulic System Maintenance Servicing the Hydraulic System Checking the Hydraulic Fluid Fluid Type: Mobil 1 15W-50 synthetic motor oil or Figure 57 equivalent synthetic oil. 1. Cap 3. Cold uid level-full Important: Use oil specified or equivalent. 2. Bafe 4. Hot uid level-full Other fluids could cause system damage.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Important: Do not substitute automotive oil filter or severe hydraulic system damage may result. 3. Place a drain pan under filter, remove the old filter and wipe the filter adapter gasket surface clean (Figure 58).
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can Engine must be running so motion control penetrate skin and cause injury. adjustment can be performed. Contact with moving parts or hot surfaces may cause • If hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin personal injury.
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Figure 60 1. Tracking knob 3. Adjustment bolt 2. Pump rod Setting the Right-hand Hydraulic Figure 61 Pump Neutral Position 1. Double nuts 3. Locknut 2. Pump rod 4. Ball joint 1. Loosen the locknuts at the ball joints on the pump control rod (Figure 61).
Mower Deck 6. Record this measurement. This measurement needs to be 3-1/8 to 3-1/4 inches (79 to Maintenance 83mm). Leveling the Mower at Three Positions Important: There are only three measuring positions needed to level the mower. Preparing the Machine 1.
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4. Measure the right blade at the B location, from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blade tip (Figure 64). 5. Record this measurement. 6. The mower blade should be a 1/4 to 3/8 inch (6 to 10 mm) lower at position A than at position B (Figure 64).
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.
(Figure 67). Measure from a safety conformance of the machine, use genuine level surface to the cutting edge, position A, of Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades the blades (Figure 67). Note this dimension. made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards.
Replacing the Grass (Figure 70). Repeat this procedure until the Deector blade is balanced. An uncovered discharge opening could allow the lawn mower to throw objects in Figure 69 the operator’s or bystander’s direction and 1. Blade 2. Balancer result in serious injury. Also, contact with the blade could occur.
Figure 71 1. Bolt 5. Spring installed 2. Spacer 6. Grass Deector 3. Locknut 7. L end of spring, place behind deck edge before installing bolt 4. Spring 8. J hook end of spring Cleaning Cleaning Under the Mower Remove the grass buildup under the mower daily. 1.
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Storage A. Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in the tank. Follow mixing instructions from 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the the stabilizer manufacturer. Do not use parking brake, and turn the ignition key to Off. an alcohol based stabilizer (ethanol or Remove the key.
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Starter does not crank 1. Blade control (PTO) is 1. Move the blade control engaged. (PTO) to disengaged. 2. Parking brake is not on. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Operator is not seated. 3.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Machine does not drive. 1. By pass valve is not 1. Tighten the by pass closed tight. valve. 2. Drive or pump belt is 2. Change the belt. worn, loose or broken. 3. Drive or pump belt is off 3.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Blades do not rotate. 1. Drive belt is worn, loose 1. Check the belt tension. or broken. 2. Drive belt is off pulley. 2. Install the drive belt and check adjusting shafts and belt guides for correct position.