Toro 74167TE Operator's Manual
Form No. 3351–906
Z153
Z Master with 132cm SFS Side Discharge
Mower
Model No. 74167TE—Serial No. 240000001 and Up
Operator’s Manual
Register your product at www.Toro.com
Original Instructions (GB)
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
Ce système d’allumage par étincelle de véhicule est
conforme à la norme NMB-002 du Canada.
Keep this engine Owner’s Manual with your unit.
Should this engine Owner’s Manual become damaged
or illegible, replace immediately. Replacements may be
ordered through the engine manufacturer.
Contents
Page
Introduction 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safe Operation Practices for Ride-on (riding) Rotary
Lawnmower Machines 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safe Operating Practices 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Toro Riding Mower Safety 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sound Pressure 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sound Power 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vibration 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Slope Chart 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety and Instruction Decals 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gasoline and Oil 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recommended Gasoline 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Stabilizer/Conditioner 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling the Fuel Tank 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the Engine Oil Level 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Rollover Protection System (ROPS) 15. . .
Think Safety First 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating the Parking Brake 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting and Stopping the Engine 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating the Power Take Off (PTO) 19. . . . . . . . . .
The Safety Interlock System 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving Forward or Backward 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stopping the Machine 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Height-of-Cut 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing and Removing the Baffles 22. . . . . . . . . . .
Positioning the Seat 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pushing the Machine by Hand 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating with Side Discharge 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transporting the Machine 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loading Machines 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips for Mowing Grass 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recommended Maintenance Schedule 27. . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Cutting Blades 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2003 by The Toro Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420-1196
Cleaning the Cooling System 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Air Cleaner 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Engine Oil 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Spark Plug 33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the Fuel Filter 33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Draining the Fuel Tank 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Greasing and Lubrication 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the Tire Pressure 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Hydraulic System 36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Waste Disposal 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Handle Neutral Position 38. . . . . . . . .
Setting the Hydraulic Pump Neutral Position 39. . . .
Adjusting the Tracking 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Caster Pivot Bearing 41. . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the Wheel Hub Slotted Nut 41. . . . . . . . . .
Leveling the Mower at Three Positions 42. . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Push Arms 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning Under the Mower 44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspecting the Belts 44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the Mower Belt 44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the Pump Drive Belt 45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Parking Brake 45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Fuses 46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Battery 46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the Grass Deflector 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wiring Diagram 50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning and Storage 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting 52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contact us at www.Toro.com
All Rights Reserved
2
Printed in the USA
Page
Introduction
Safety
Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and
maintain your product properly. The information in this
manual can help you and others avoid injury and product
damage. Although Toro designs and produces safe
products, you are responsible for operating the product
properly and safely.
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or
additional information, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and
serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates
the location of the model and serial numbers on the
product.
1
m–3648
Figure 1
1. Location of the model and serial numbers
Safe Operation Practices for
Ride-on (riding) Rotary
Lawnmower Machines
This machine meets or exceeds European Standards in
effect at the time of production. However, improper use
or maintenance by the operator or owner can result in
injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with
these safety instructions and always pay attention to the
safety alert
WARNING, or DANGER—“personal safety
instruction.” Failure to comply with the instruction may
result in personal injury or death.
symbol, which means CAUTION,
Safe Operating Practices
The following instructions are from the CEN standard EN
836:1997.
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to
avoid serious injury or death.
Training
Write the product model and serial numbers in the space
below:
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has special
safety messages that help you and others avoid personal
injury and even death. Danger, Warning, and Caution are
signal words used to identify the level of hazard. However,
regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.
Danger signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or
death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate
injury if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
This manual uses two other words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note: emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the equipment.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the lawnmower. Local regulations
can restrict the age of the operator.
• Never mow while people, especially children, or pets
are nearby.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their
property.
• Do not carry passengers.
• All drivers should seek and obtain professional and
practical instruction. Such instruction should
emphasize:
– the need for care and concentration when working
with ride-on machines;
– control of a ride-on machine sliding on a slope will
not be regained by the application of the control
levers. The main reasons for loss of control are:
• insufficient wheel grip, especially on wet grass;
• being driven too fast;
• inadequate braking;
• the type of machine is unsuitable for its task;
3
• lack of awareness of the effect of ground
conditions, especially slopes;
• incorrect hitching and load distribution.
Preparation
• While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and
long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when
barefoot or wearing open sandals.
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to
be used and remove all objects which may be thrown by
the machine.
• Warning—Fuel is highly flammable.
– Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this
purpose.
– Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while
refuelling.
– Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove
the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine
is running or when the engine is hot.
– If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine
but move the machine away from the area of
spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition
until fuel vapors have dissipated.
– Replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely.
• Replace faulty silencers.
• Before using, always visually inspect to see that the
blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or
damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in
sets to preserve balance.
• On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one
blade can cause other blades to rotate.
– use slow speeds on slopes and during tight turns;
– stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden
hazards;
• Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.
– Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
– Limit loads to those you can safely control.
– Do not turn sharply. Use care when reversing.
• Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
• Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces other
than grass.
• When using any attachments, never direct discharge of
material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the
machine while in operation.
• Never operate the machine with damaged guards or
without safety protective devices in place.
• Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at excessive
speed can increase the hazard of personal injury.
• Before leaving the operator’s position:
– disengage the power take-off and lower the
attachments;
– change into neutral and set the parking brake;
– stop the engine and remove the key.
• Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine, and
disconnect the spark plug wire(s) or remove the ignition
key
– before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;
– before checking, cleaning or working on the
lawnmower;
Operation
• Be alert, slow down and use caution when making
turns. Look behind and to the side before changing
directions.
• Do not operate the engine in a confined space where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
• Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
• Before attempting to start the engine, disengage all
blade attachment clutches and shift into neutral.
• Do not use on slopes greater than 15 degrees.
• Remember there is no such thing as a safe slope. Travel
on grass slopes requires particular care. To guard
against overturning:
– do not stop or start suddenly when on a slope;
– after striking a foreign object. Inspect the
lawnmower for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating the equipment;
– if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately).
• Disengage drive to attachments when transporting or
not in use.
• Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment
– before refuelling;
– before removing the grass catcher;
– before making height adjustment unless adjustment
can be made from the operator’s position.
• Reduce the throttle setting during engine run-out and, if
the engine is provided with a shut-off valve, turn the
fuel off at the conclusion of mowing.
4
Maintenance and Storage
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank inside a
building where fumes can reach an open flame or spark.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
• To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer,
battery compartment and fuel storage area free of grass,
leaves, or excessive grease.
• Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or
deterioration.
• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
• If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done
outdoors.
• On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one
blade can cause other blades to rotate.
• When machine is to be parked, stored or left
unattended, lower the cutting means unless a positive
mechanical lock is used.
• Do not mow near drop–offs, ditches, steep banks or
water. Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers,
which may result in serious injury, death or drowning.
• Do not mow slopes when grass is wet. Slippery
conditions reduce traction and could cause sliding and
loss of control.
• Do not make sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
• Use a walk behind mower and/or a hand trimmer near
drop–offs, ditches, steep banks or water.
• Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes.
• Remove or mark obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs,
etc. from the mowing area. Tall grass can hide
obstacles.
• Watch for ditches, holes, rocks, dips, and rises that
change the operating angle, as rough terrain could
overturn the machine.
• Avoid sudden starts when mowing uphill because the
mower may tip backwards.
• Be aware that loss of traction may occur going
downhill. Weight transfer to the front wheels may cause
drive wheels to slip and cause loss of braking and
steering.
Toro Riding Mower Safety
The following list contains safety information specific to
Toro products or other safety information that you must
know that is not included in the CEN standard.
• Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an
odorless, deadly poison that can kill you. Do not run
engine indoors or in an enclosed area.
• Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from
attachment discharge area, underside of mower and any
moving parts while engine is running.
• Do not touch equipment or attachment parts which may
be hot from operation. Allow to cool before attempting
to maintain, adjust, or service.
• Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Protect your face,
eyes, and clothing when working with a battery.
• Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks and
flames away from battery.
• Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure that
original standards are maintained.
• Use only Toro-approved attachments. Warranty may be
voided if used with unapproved attachments.
• Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed
slowly off the slope.
• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for wheel
weights or counterweights to improve stability.
• Use extreme care with grass catchers or other
attachments. These can change the stability of the
machine and cause loss of control.
Slope Operation
• Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
5
Sound Pressure
This unit has a maximum sound pressure level at the
operator’s ear of 87 dBA, based on measurements of
identical machines per Directive 98/37/EC.
Sound Power
This unit has a guaranteed sound power level of 105 dBA,
based on measurements of identical machines per Directive
2000/14/EC.
Vibration
This unit does not exceed a hand/arm vibration level of
2
3.9 m/s
Directive 98/37/EC.
This unit does not exceed a whole body vibration level of
0.1 m/s
Directive 98/37/EC.
, based on measurements of identical machines per
2
, based on measurements of identical machines per
6
Slope Chart
7
8
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.
99-3943
1. Engine
1. Read the
Manual.
2. Height of cut
Operator’s
99-8939
3. Remove the ignition key
and read the instructions
before servicing or
performing maintenance.
1. Machine speed
2. Fast
3. Slow
1. Right side fuel tank open
2. Fuel tank shut off
99-8936
99-8937
4. Neutral
5. Reverse
3. Left side fuel tank open
105-6183
1. Read the
2. Rotate the bypass valve out to push the machine.
3. Rotate the bypass valve in to drive the machine.
4. Use a wrench to rotate the bypass valve.
Operator’s Manual.
9
1. Height of cut
99-8941
93-7818
1. Warning—read the
torquing the blade bolt/nut to 115–149 N⋅m (85–110 ft.-lb.).
Operator’s Manual
for instructions on
98-1977
1. Entanglement hazard, belt—stay away from moving parts.
98-4387
1. Warning—wear hearing protection.
1. Height of cut
1. Explosion hazard—wear
eye protection.
2. Caustic liquid/chemical
burn hazard—to perform
first aid, flush with water.
99-8942
99-8944
3. Fire hazard—no fire, open
flames, or smoking.
4. Poison hazard—keep
children away from the
battery.
93-7010
1. Thrown object hazard—stay a safe distance from the machine.
2. Thrown object hazard, mower—keep the deflector in place.
3. Cutting/dismemberment of hand or foot—stay away from
moving parts.
10
93-7824
1. Thrown object hazard—stay a safe distance from the machine.
2. Thrown object hazard, mower—keep the deflector in place.
3. Cutting/dismemberment of hand or foot—stay away from
moving parts.
93-7828
1. Thrown object hazard, mower—do not operate the mower with
the deflector up or removed; keep the deflector in place.
2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower
blade—stay away from moving parts.
Battery Symbols
Some or all of these symbols are on your battery.
1. Explosion hazard
2. No fire, open flames, or
smoking.
3. Caustic liquid/chemical
burn hazard
4. Wear eye protection
5. Read the
Manual.
6. Keep bystanders a safe
distance from the battery.
Operator’s
7. Wear eye protection;
explosive gases can
cause blindness and
other injuries
8. Battery acid can cause
blindness or severe
burns.
9. Flush eyes immediately
with water and get
medical help fast.
10. Contains lead; do not
discard.
107-1866
1. Sliding and loss of control hazard and tipping hazard,
drop–offs—do not operate the machine near drop–offs, slopes
greater than 15 degrees, or water; keep a safe distance from
drop–offs; do not turn sharply while traveling fast, instead, slow
down and turn gradually; if the roll bar is raised, wear the seat
belt; if the roll bar is lowered, do not wear the seat belt.
11
106-5517
1. Warning—do not touch the hot surface.
107-2131
1. Hydraulic oil level 2. Warning—do not touch
the hot surface.
1. Warning—in a roll over
accident without the roll
bar raised and seat belt
used, you will be injured
or killed; in a roll over
accident with the roll bar
raised and seat belt used,
you may be uninjured.
107-3069
2. To mow under obstacles,
3. Read the
lower the roll bar and do
not wear the seat belt; at
all other times, always
raise the roll bar and wear
the seat belt.
Manual
and turn gradually.
Operator’s
, and slow down
12
1. Read the instructions
before servicing or
performing maintenance.
2. Hydraulic oil level
1. Disengage
2. Parking brake
3. Engage
4. Warning—read the
Operator’s Manual;
use drugs or alcohol; receive
training; wear hearing
protection; and, before
leaving the machine, set the
control levers in the Neutral
position, engage the parking
brake, and remove the
ignition key.
107-8443
do not
3. Engine
4. Tire pressure
5. Hourly interval
6. Grease
5. Power takeoff (PTO)
6. Engine—stop
7. Engine—run
8. Engine—start
9. Choke
10. Read the
Operator’s Manual.
106-6590
11. Fast
12. Continuous variable setting
13. Slow
14. Thrown object hazard—keep
bystanders a safe distance
from the machine and keep
the deflector in place.
15. Cutting/dismemberment
hazard, mower blade—do
not carry passengers and
keep bystanders away.
16. Cutting/dismemberment
hazard of hand or foot,
mower blade—stay away
from moving parts.
13
Gasoline and Oil
Recommended Gasoline
Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive
use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded regular gasoline
may be used if unleaded regular is not available.
Important Never use methanol, gasoline containing
methanol, or gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol
because the fuel system could be damaged. Do not mix oil
with gasoline.
Danger
In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive. A fire or
explosion from gasoline can burn you and others
and can damage property.
• Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area,
when the engine is cold. Wipe up any gasoline
that spills.
• Never fill the fuel tank inside an enclosed trailer.
• Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Add
gasoline to the fuel tank until the level is 1/4 to
1/2 inch (6 to 13 mm) below the bottom of the
filler neck. This empty space in the tank allows
gasoline to expand.
• Never smoke when handling gasoline, and stay
away from an open flame or where gasoline
fumes may be ignited by a spark.
• Store gasoline in an approved container and
keep it out of the reach of children. Never buy
more than a 30-day supply of gasoline.
• Always place gasoline containers on the ground
away from your vehicle before filling.
• Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle or
on a truck or trailer bed because interior
carpets or plastic truck bed liners may insulate
the container and slow the loss of any static
charge.
• When practical, remove gas–powered
equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel
the equipment with its wheels on the ground.
• If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment on a truck or trailer from a portable
container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser
nozzle.
• If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be used, keep
the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel
tank or container opening at all times until
fueling is complete.
• Do not operate without entire exhaust system in
place and in proper working condition.
Warning
Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed.
Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious
injury and illness.
• Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
• Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank or
conditioner opening.
• Keep gas away from eyes and skin.
Using Stabilizer/Conditioner
Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to provide
the following benefits:
• Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days or less.
For longer storage it is recommended that the fuel tank
be drained.
• Cleans the engine while it runs
• Eliminates gum-like varnish buildup in the fuel system,
which causes hard starting
Important Do not use fuel additives containing
methanol or ethanol.
Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner to the
gas.
Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when
mixed with fresh gasoline. To minimize the chance of
varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel stabilizer at all
times.
Filling the Fuel Tank
1. Shut the engine off and set the parking brake.
2. Clean around each fuel tank cap and remove the cap.
Add unleaded regular gasoline to both fuel tanks, until
the level is 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6 to 13 mm) below the
bottom of the filler neck. This space in the tank allows
gasoline to expand. Do not fill the fuel tanks completely
full.
3. Install fuel tank caps securely. Wipe up any gasoline
that may have spilled.
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 31.
14
Operation
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
Using the Rollover Protection
2
1
System (ROPS)
Warning
To avoid injury or death from rollover: keep the
roll bar in the raised locked position and use the
seat belt.
Ensure that the rear part of the seat is secured
with the seat latch.
Warning
There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is
in the down position.
• Lower the roll bar only when absolutely
necessary.
• Do not wear the seat belt when the roll bar is in
the down position.
• Drive slowly and carefully.
• Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance permits.
• Check carefully for overhead clearances (i.e.
branches, doorways, electrical wires) before
driving under any objects and do not contact
them.
m–6836
Figure 2
1. Full down position 2. Down position with
bagger installed
Important Always use the seat belt with the roll bar in
the raised position.
Important Ensure that the rear part of the seat is
secured with the seat latch.
5. To raise the roll bar, remove the hairpin cotter pins and
remove the two pins (Fig. 3).
6. Raise the roll bar to the upright position and install the
two pins and secure them with the hairpin cotter pins
(Fig. 3).
1
2
Important Lower the roll bar only when absolutely
necessary.
1. To lower the roll bar, loosen the front handles (Fig. 4).
2. Remove the hairpin cotter pins and remove the two pins
(Fig. 3).
3. Lower the the roll bar to the down position. There are
two down positions. See Figure 2 for the positions.
4. Install the two pins and secure them with the hairpin
cotter pins (Fig. 3).
3
4
1. Roll bar
2. Raised position
15
m–6893
Figure 3
3. Pin
4. Hairpin cotter pin
7. Tighten the front handles against the center roll bar ends
(Fig. 3).
2
1
1
m–6897
Figure 4
1. Front handle
Think Safety First
Please read all safety instructions and symbols in the safety
section. Knowing this information could help you or
bystanders avoid injury.
Danger
Operating on wet grass or steep slopes can cause
sliding and loss of control.
Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers,
which may result in serious injury, death or
drowning.
There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is
down.
Always keep the roll bar in the raised and locked
position and use the seat belt.
3
m–6478
Figure 5
1. Safe Zone—use the
Z Master here on slopes
less than 15 degrees or
flat areas.
2. Use walk behind mower
and/or hand trimmer near
drop–offs and water.
3. Water
The use of protective equipment for eyes, ears, feet, and
head is recommended.
Caution
This machine produces sound levels in excess of
85 dBA at the operators ear and can cause hearing
loss through extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
Read and follow the rollover protection
instructions and warnings.
To avoid loss of control and possibility of rollover:
• Do not operate near drop–offs or near water.
• Do not operate on slopes greater than
15 degrees.
• Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes.
• Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
• Avoid operation on wet grass.
Figure 6
1. Warning—wear hearing protection.
16
Controls
Become familiar with all the controls (Fig. 7) before you
start the engine and operate the machine.
8
2
7
1
8
The unit has two fuel tanks. One tank is on the left side and
one on the right side. Each tank connects to the fuel shut off
valve in the control panel. From there a common fuel line
leads to the engine (Fig. 9).
2
To use the left side fuel tank rotate the fuel shut off valve to
the LH, lefthand location. To use the right side fuel tank
rotate the fuel shut off valve to the RH, righthand location
(Fig. 9).
Close fuel shut off valve before transporting or storing
machine.
1
Figure 9
1. Shut-off valve
3
5
49
10
6
m–4200
Figure 7
1. Ignition switch
2. Motion control lever
3. Parking brake lever
4. Throttle
5. Choke
6. Power take off (PTO)
7. Height-of-cut lever
8. Fuel cap
9. Hourmeter
10. Fuel shut-off valve
Using the Hour Meter
The hour meter records the number of hours the engine has
operated. It operates when the engine is running. Use these
times for scheduling regular maintenance.
1
m–4202
Figure 8
1. Hour meter
Operating the Parking Brake
Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or
leave it unattended.
Important Do not park on slopes unless the wheels are
chocked or blocked.
Setting the Parking Brake
1. Move the motion control levers (Fig. 10) out to the
neutral lock position.
2. Pull back and up on the parking brake lever to set the
parking brake (Fig. 10). The parking brake lever should
stay firmly in the Engaged position.
Releasing the Parking Brake
Push forward and down on the parking brake lever to
release the parking brake (Fig. 10).
Switching the Fuel Tanks
The fuel shut off valve is located under the seat.
17
Loading...