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Form No. 3353–536 Rev B Z400 Z Master With 52in 7-Gauge Side Discharge Mower Model No. 74410—Serial No. 250000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Original Instructions (EN) Register your product at www.Toro.com...
Driving Forward or Backward ....Contact us at www.Toro.com W 2005 by The Toro Company All Rights Reserved 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Printed in the USA...
Authorized Service instruction may result in personal injury or death. Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and the location of the model and serial numbers on the throwing objects.
• Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and • Do not operate the mower under the influence of remove all objects such as rocks, toys and wire which alcohol or drugs. can be thrown by the machine. •...
Clean up oil or fuel spillage. • Use only Toro-approved attachments. Warranty may be voided if used with unapproved attachments. • Let engine cool before storing and do not store near flame.
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. 58-6520 1. Grease 1-523552 65–2690 1-633818 66-1340 43-8480 68-8340 54-9220...
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107-1687 Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery. 1. Explosion hazard 7. Wear eye protection; explosive gases can 2. No fire, open flames, or cause blindness and smoking. other injuries 3. Caustic liquid/chemical 8. Battery acid can cause burn hazard blindness or severe 4.
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107-2148 107-8445 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.
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108-1050 108-1051 Manufacturers Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.
Gasoline and Oil Warning Recommended Gasoline Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious Use unleaded regular gasoline suitable for automotive use injury and illness. (85 pump octane minimum). You may use leaded regular gasoline if unleaded regular is not available.
Operation 2. Remove the hairpin cotter pins and remove the 2 pins (Fig. 3). Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Using the Rollover Protection System (ROPS) Warning To avoid injury or death from a rollover, keep the roll bar in the raised locked position and use the seat belt.
3. Water position, and use the seat belt. Read and follow the rollover protection Toro recommends that you use protective equipment for instructions and warnings. your eyes, ears, feet, and head. To avoid loss of control and the possibility of...
Controls Using the Fuel Shutoff Valve The machine has 2 fuel tanks, one on the left side and the Become familiar with all the controls (Fig. 7) before you other on the right side. Each tank connects to a check valve start the engine and operate the machine.
2. Pull back and up on the parking brake lever to set the 5. Move the throttle control to Fast before starting a cold parking brake (Fig. 10). engine (Fig. 13). Note: The parking brake lever should stay firmly in the Engaged position.
The Safety Interlock System Caution Caution Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while it is unattended. If safety interlock switches are disconnected or damaged, the machine could operate unexpectedly, Always remove the ignition key and set the causing personal injury.
Driving Backward 5. While sitting on the seat, disengage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, and move the motion control levers 1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position. to the neutral lock position. Try starting the engine; the engine should not crank.
Adjusting the Height-of-Cut The height-of-cut adjusts from 1-1/2 to 4-1/2 inches (38 to 114 mm) in 1/4 inch (6 mm) increments by relocating the clevis pin in different hole locations. 1. Raise the height-of-cut lever to the transport position (also the 4-1/2 inch [114 mm] cutting height position) (Fig.
m–3655 Figure 20 1. Adjustment lever 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the lever to lock the seat in position. m–7712a Figure 19 Pushing the Machine by Hand 1. Center rollers 3. Bolt 2. Bushing 4. Nut Important Always push the machine by hand.
Note: Do not overtighten the bypass valves. Warning Note: The machine will not drive unless the bypass valves are turned in. Driving on a street or roadway without turn signals, lights, reflective markings, or a slow Operating with the Side moving vehicle emblem is dangerous and can lead Discharge to accidents that cause personal injury.
File down or it is late fall when grass grows more slowly. any nicks and sharpen the blades as necessary. If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Check the hydraulic fluid level. After First 8 Hours • Change the engine oil. • Change the hydraulic filter. •...
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. For convenient sharpening and replacement, keep extra blades on hand.
(Fig. 24). Measure from a level surface to the or is bent. To ensure optimum performance and continued cutting edge of the blades (Fig. 25). Note this safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro dimension. replacement blades. Using replacement blades made by...
3. Remove air intake screen, cylinder covers and fan housing. 4. Clean debris and grass from parts. 5. Reinstall air intake screen, cylinder covers and fan housing. m–1854 Figure 27 1. Sharpen at original angle Note: The blade retains its balance if the same amount of material is removed from both cutting edges.
Cleaning the Paper Element 1. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to remove dust and dirt (Fig. 32). 2. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and damage to the rubber seal. Important Never clean the paper element with pressurized air or liquids, such as solvent, gas, or kerosene.
• After the first 8 operating hours 7. Pull the dipstick out and look at the end. If the oil level is low, slowly pour only enough oil into the filler tube • After every 100 operating hours to raise the level to the Full mark. Note: Change the oil more frequently when the operating Important Do not overfill the crankcase with oil and...
Note: Change the oil filter more frequently when the 3. Disconnect the wire(s) from the spark plug(s) (Fig. 36). operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. 1. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing the Oil on page 30. 2.
Installing the Spark Plug( 7. Remove the filter from the fuel lines. 8. Install a new filter and move the hose clamps close to 1. Install the spark plug(s) and the metal washer(s). the filter (Fig. 38). Note: Ensure that the air gap is set correctly. 9.
Greasing the Front Caster Pivots Lubricate the front caster pivots once a year. 1. Remove the dust cap and adjust the caster pivots. Note: Keep dust cap off until greasing is done. Refer to Adjusting the Caster Pivot Bearing on page 39. 2.
Where to Add Light Oil or Spray Important Use the specified oil or equivalent. Other Lubrication fluids could cause system damage. Hydraulic System Oil Capacity: 67 oz. (2.0 l) Lubricate the machine in the following areas with spray type lubricant or light oil. Lubricate every 160 hours. Note: There are 2 ways of checking the hydraulic oil.
4. Apply a thin coat hydro fluid to the rubber gasket on the Warning replacement filter (Fig. 44). 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;...
Adjusting the Handle Neutral 4. When the wheel begins to spin on its own, keep it engaged until wheel drives smoothly. (minimum Position 2 minutes) 5. Check hydraulic fluid level and add fluid as required to If the motion control levers do not align or move easily into maintain the proper level.
Setting the Hydraulic Pump Neutral Position Note: Adjust the handle neutral first. That has to be correct before you can perform the following adjustment. Danger Mechanical or hydraulic jacks may fail to support the machine and cause a serious injury. •...
Warning The electrical system will not perform the proper safety shutoff with the jumper wire installed. • Remove the jumper wire from the wire harness connector and plug the connector into the seat switch after completing the adjustment. • Never operate the machine with the jumper wire installed and the seat switch bypassed.
5. To make the machine move to the left, turn the knob toward the left side of the machine; refer to Figure 48. 6. Repeat the adjustment until the tracking is correct. Adjusting the Caster Pivot Bearing Check after every 500 operating hours or at storage, m–4638 whichever occurs first.
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• If one rear chain is loose, lower (loosen) the front Front support arm on the same side. Refer to Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Mower Pitch on page 40. • If one front chain is loose, raise (tighten) the front support arm for that chain. Refer to Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Mower Pitch on page 40.
2. Measure the right blade at the A location (Fig. 54) from 8. Adjust the lift nuts on both the left and the right side of a level surface to the cutting edge of the blade tip the machine to achieve 1/4 to 3/8 inch (6 to 10 mm) (Fig.
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.
2. Disengage the brake lever (lever down). 3. Measure the distance vertically between the front of the brake bar and the crown of the tire; the measurement should be 7/8 inch to 1 inch (22 to 25 mm) (Fig. 61). 4.
Servicing the Fuses Service Interval/Specification 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. Fuse: Main F1—30 amp, blade-type Charge Circuit F2—25 amp, blade-type Optional Headlight Kit—10 amp, blade type 1.
Servicing the Battery Installing the Battery 1. Position the battery in the tray with the terminal posts toward the engine (Fig. 64). 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.
Removing the Battery Adding Water to the Battery The best time to add distilled water to the battery is just Warning before you operate the machine. This lets the water mix thoroughly with the electrolyte solution. The battery terminals or metal tools could short Note: Never fill the battery with distilled water while the against metal machine components, causing battery installed in the machine.
4. When the battery is fully charged, unplug the charger from the electrical outlet, then disconnect the charger leads from the battery posts (Fig. 65). m–4970 Figure 65 m–5037 m–7709 1. Positive Battery Post 3. Red (+) Charger Lead Figure 66 2.
Cleaning and Storage 11. Prepare the machine for storage when nonuse occurs over 30 days. Prepare machine for storage as follows. 1. Disengage the power takeoff (PTO), set the parking A. Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner to fuel brake and turn the ignition key to off. Remove spark in the tank.
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.
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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.
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.