Toro 72098 User manual

Form No. 3445-188 Rev C
Z Master
®
Professional 7500-D
Series Riding Mower
W ith 96in TURBO FORCE
®
Rear Discharge
Mower
Model No. 72098 —Serial No. 400000000 and Up
Register at www .T oro.com.
Original Instructions (EN)
*3445-188*

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 dened in Section 4442, maintained in
ef fective working order or the engine is constructed,
equipped, and maintained for the prevention of re.
The enclosed engine owner's manual is supplied
for information regarding the US Environmental
Protection Agency (EP A) and the California Emission
Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance,
and warranty . Replacements may be ordered through
the engine manufacturer .
Gross or Net T orque: The gross or net torque
of this engine was laboratory rated by the engine
manufacturer in accordance with the Society of
Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1940 or J2723. As
congured to meet safety , emission, and operating
requirements, the actual engine torque on this class
of mower will be signicantly lower . Please refer to
the engine manufacturer ’ s information included with
the machine.
This product complies with all relevant European
directives; for details, please see the separate product
specic Declaration of Conformity (DOC) sheet. The
gross or net torque of this engine was laboratory
rated by the engine manufacturer in accordance with
the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1940
or J2723. As congured to meet safety , emission,
and operating requirements, the actual engine torque
on this class of mower will be signicantly lower .
Please refer to the engine manufacturer ’ s information
included with the machine.
The enclosed engine owner's manual is supplied
for information regarding the US Environmental
Protection Agency (EP A) and the California Emission
Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance,
and warranty . Replacements may be ordered through
the engine manufacturer .
W ARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 W arning
Diesel engine exhaust and some of its
constituents are known to the State of
California to cause cancer , birth defects,
and other reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to
the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm. W ash
hands after handling.
Use of this product may cause exposure
to chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer , birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
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81 1 1 L yndale A venue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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Introduction
This rotary-blade, riding lawn mower is intended to be
used by professional, hired operators. It is designed
primarily for cutting grass on well-maintained lawns
on residential or commercial properties. Using this
product for purposes other than its intended use could
prove dangerous to you and bystanders.
Read this information carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product properly and to avoid
injury and product damage. Y ou are responsible for
operating the product properly and safely .
V isit www .T oro.com for product safety and operation
training materials, accessory information, help nding
a dealer , or to register your product.
Whenever you need service, genuine T oro parts, or
additional information, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer or T oro Customer Service and have the model
and serial numbers of your product ready . Figure 1
identies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. W rite the numbers in the space
provided.
Important: W ith your mobile device, you can
scan the QR code (if equipped) on the serial
number decal to access warranty , parts, and other
product information.
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Figure 1
1. Model and serial number location
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
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 ,W arning , or Caution .
•Danger indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury .
•W arning indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury .
•Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury .
sa-black
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
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Contents
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
General Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Slope Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Safety and Instructional Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Horizon Display Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Attachments/Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Before Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Before Operation Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Performing Daily Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Breaking in a New Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Using the Rollover Protection System
(ROPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Using the Safety-Interlock System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Positioning the Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Unlatching the Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Changing the Seat Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
During Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
During Operation Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Operating the Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Lowering the Wing Decks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Operating the Mower Blade-Control Switch
(PT O) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Shutting Of f the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Raising and Locking the Wing Decks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Using the Motion-Control Levers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Driving the Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Adjusting the Height of Cut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Adjusting the Skids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Operating with the Overheat Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Operating T ips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
After Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
After Operation Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Using the Drive-Wheel Release V alves . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
T ransporting the Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Maintenance Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Greasing the Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Lubricating the Drive U-Joints and Splined
Slip Joint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Lubricating the Mower Deck-Lift Pivots . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Greasing the Caster Pivots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Greasing the Caster-Wheel Hubs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Engine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Engine Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Servicing the Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Servicing the Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Inspecting the Engine-V alve Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Fuel System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Draining the Fuel Filter/W ater Separator . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Replacing the W ater Separator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Checking the Fuel Lines and
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Electrical System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Electrical System Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Servicing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Servicing the Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Drive System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Checking the Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Adjusting the T racking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Checking the T ire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Checking the Wheel Lug Nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Adjusting the Frame Caster-Pivot
Bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Cooling System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Cooling System Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Checking the Engine-Coolant Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Cleaning the Radiator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Changing the Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Brake Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Adjusting the Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Belt Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Inspecting the Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Replacing the Mower Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Checking the Alternator-Belt T ension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Controls System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Adjusting the Control-Handle Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Adjusting the Motion-Control Linkage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Adjusting the Motion-Control Damper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Hydraulic System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Hydraulic System Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Servicing the Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Mower Deck Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Blade Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Servicing the Cutting Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Leveling the Mower Deck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Checking the Deck Drive Gearbox-Oil
Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Changing the Deck Drive Gearbox
Oil ................................................................. 63
Checking the Wing Deck Bushings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Changing the Wing Deck Bushings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Adjusting the Wing Deck Caster-Pivot
Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Cleaning the Engine and Exhaust System
Area .............................................................. 66
Cleaning the Machine and Mower
Deck .............................................................. 66
Disposing of W aste . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Storage Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Cleaning and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
T roubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Schematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
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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 or death.
•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. Allow only people
who are responsible, trained, familiar with the
instructions, and physically capable to operate or
service the machine.
•Always keep the roll bar in the fully raised and
locked position and use the seat belt.
•Do not operate the machine near drop-of fs,
ditches, embankments, water , or other hazards, or
on slopes greater than 15°.
•Do not put your hands or feet near moving
components of the machine.
•Do not operate the machine without all guards,
safety switches, and other safety protective
devices in place and functioning properly .
•Shut of f the engine, remove the key , and wait
for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operator ’ s position. Allow the machine to cool
before servicing, adjusting, fueling, cleaning, or
storing it.
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Slope Indicator
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Figure 3
Y ou 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. Example of how to compare slope with folded edge
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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 re, open ame, or
smoking
7. W ear eye protection;
explosive gases can
cause blindness and other
injuries.
3. Caustic liquid/chemical
burn hazard
8. Battery acid can cause
blindness or severe burns.
4. W ear eye protection. 9. Flush eyes immediately
with water and get medical
help fast.
5. Read the Operator's
Manual .
10. Contains lead; do not
discard
decaloemmarkt
Manufacturer's Mark
1. Indicates the blade is identied as a part from the original
machine manufacturer .
decal93-6687
93-6687
1. Do not step here.
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99-8936
1. Machine speed 4. Neutral
2. Fast 5. Reverse
3. Slow
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106-5517
1. W arning—do not touch the hot surface.
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decal107-3069
107-3069
1. W arning–there is no rollover protection when the roll bar is
down.
2. T o avoid injury or death from a rollover accident, keep the
roll bar in the fully 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. Read the Operator's Manual ; drive slowly and carefully .
decal109-6036
109-6036
Rear Discharge Machines Only
1. Read the Operator ’ s Manual .
2. Remove the key and read the instructions before servicing
or performing maintenance.
3. Height of cut
decal1 12-9028
1 12-9028
1. W arning—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards
and shields in place.
decal1 16-5988
1 16-5988
1. Parking brake—engaged 2. Parking
brake—disengaged
decal1 16-8283
1 16-8283
1. W arning—read the Operator's Manual for instructions on
torquing the blade bolt/nut to 75 to 81 N∙m (55 to 60 ft-lb).
decal133-8062
133-8062
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decal1 17-3276
1 17-3276
1. Engine coolant under
pressure
3. W arning—do not touch the
hot surface.
2. Explosion hazard—read
the Operator's Manual .
4. W arning—read the
Operator's Manual .
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126-8383
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. Changes in the terrain can result in a change in slope operation for the machine.
1. W arning—read the Operator ’ s Manual ; do not operate this
machine unless you are trained; wear hearing protection.
4. Runover/backover hazard—do not carry passengers; look
behind you when mowing in reverse.
2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of the hand, mower blade;
entanglement hazard of the hand, belt—stay away from
moving parts; keep all guards and shields in place.
5. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders away .
3. Ramp hazard—do not use dual ramps when loading onto a
trailer; use 1 ramp wide enough for the machine; use a ramp
with a slope less than 15°; back up the ramp when loading the
machine and drive forward of f the ramp when unloading.
6. T ipping hazard—do not use the machine near drop-of fs or
on slopes greater than 15°; only operate across slopes less
than 15°.
decal126-8597
126-8597
1. Height of cut
2. Range adjustment
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decal126-8760
126-8760
For Models with 244 cm (96-inch) Decks
1. Height of cut
2. Range adjustment
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126-9127
1. Belt routing
decal126-9351
126-9351
1. Chassis (15 A) 3. Main (25 A)
2. Accessory (15 A) 4. Power point (15 A)
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126-9947
1. Read and understand the Operator ’ s Manual before servicing
the machine.
7. Check the oil level in the jackshaft.
2. T ime interval
8. Grease the deck drive PT O; refer to the Operator ’ s Manual
for further instructions.
3. Check the engine-oil level. 9. Check the air cleaner .
4. Check the coolant level; refer to the Operator ’ s Manual for
further instructions.
10. Grease the idler pivots (3 locations); refer to the Operator ’ s
Manual for further instructions.
5. Check the tire pressure (2 locations). 1 1. Grease the front caster wheel bearings (4 locations); refer to
the Operator ’ s Manual for further instructions.
6. Check the hydraulic-uid level; refer to the Operator ’ s Manual
for further instructions.
12. Grease the front caster pivots (5 locations); refer to the
Operator ’ s Manual for further instructions.
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decal135-0328
135-0328
1. T orque the wheel lug nuts
to 129 N∙m (95 ft-lb).
2. Read and understand
the Operator's Manual
before performing any
maintenance; check the
torque after the rst 100
hours, then every 500
hours, thereafter .
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135-0398
1. Engine—Of f 4. Press the top of the button to lower the center deck and outer
wing decks.
2. Engine—On 5. Press the bottom of the button to raise the center deck and
outer wing decks.
3. Engine—Start
1 1

decal135-0664
135-0664
1. Thrown object
hazard—keep bystanders
away .
2. Cutting/dismemberment
hazard of hands and
feet—stay away from
moving parts; keep all
guards and shields in
place.
decal135-0670
135-0670
For Models with 244 cm (96-inch) Decks
1. Crushing hazard,
hand—read the
instructions before
servicing or performing
maintenance.
2. W arning—lock the
deck wings and read
the instructions before
servicing or performing
maintenance.
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1. Rotating driveline hazard/entanglement hazard; belt—stay
away from moving parts; keep all guards and shields in
place.
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135-2837
1. Read the Operator ’ s Manual for more information; Use
red T oro wet-clutch transmission uid; do not use green
hydraulic uid.
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Product Overview
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Figure 4
1. Center deck height-of-cut
pin
5. Motion-control lever 9. Audible alarm 13. Wing deck caster wheel
2. Wing deck height-of-cut pin
6. Display monitor 10. Power point
14. Center deck
3. Wing deck 7. Roll bar 1 1. Fuel-tank cap
15. Center deck caster wheel
4. Parking-brake lever
8. Hood/hood screens 12. Skid
16. Anti-scalp roller
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Controls
Become familiar with all the controls before you start
the engine and operate the machine.
Control Panel
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Figure 5
1. Horizon display monitor 3. Key switch
2. Deck lift and wing deck
fold/unfold switch
4. Blade-control switch
(power takeof f)
Horizon Display Monitor
Refer to the Software Guide for detailed information
explaining the operator interface that allows you to
access information, reset counters, modify system
settings, and troubleshoot the equipment.
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Figure 6
Horizon Display Monitor
1. Screen
3. Buttons
2. LED status light
Information Screen
The information screen displays information relative
to machine operation; refer to the Software Guide for
more information.
Buttons
The multi-functional buttons are located at the bottom
of the panel. The icons displayed on the information
screen above the buttons indicate the current function.
The buttons allow you to select the engine speed and
navigate through system menus.
Refer to the Software Guide for more information.
LED Status Light
The LED status light is multi-colored to indicate the
system status and is located on the right side of the
panel. During startup, the LED illuminates red to
orange to green to verify functionality .
•Solid green —indicates normal operating activity
•Blinking red —indicates an active fault
•Blinking green and orange — indicates that a
clutch reset is required
Refer to the Software Guide for more information.
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Alarm
If an error occurs, an error message displays, the LED
turns red, and the alarm sounds audibly as follows:
•A fast chirp sound indicates critical errors.
•A slow chirping sound indicates less critical errors,
such as required maintenance or service intervals.
Note: During startup, the alarm sounds briey to
verify functionality .
Refer to the Software Guide for more information.
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 ( Figure 5 ).
Hours are displayed in Engine-Off screen or in the
Engine Hour Counter menu.
Refer to the Software Guide for more information.
Key Switch
Use this switch to start the engine. It has 3 positions:
START , R UN , and O FF .
Note: The LCD indicators appear when each control
meets the “safe to start” mode (e.g., the indicator
turns on when you are in the seat.)
Note: The engine ECU controls the glow plugs during
cold starts. If the coolant temperature is too low , the
glow symbol displays on the monitor and the starter
does not crank when you turn the engine to the S TART
position. The glow plugs activate in the O Nor S TART
position. Once the glow has been on long enough
for the current temperature, the glow symbol on the
monitor disappears and the engine cranks when
turned to the S TART position.
Note: The system allows you to start the machine the
with the PT O switch engaged, but does not engage
the blades. Y ou must reset the PT O to engage the
PT O.
Throttle Control
The throttle controls the engine speed, and there are
3 speeds: Maximum, Ef cient, and Low .
Refer to the Software Guide for more information.
Blade-Control Switch (Power
T akeoff)
The blade-control switch (PT O) engages and
disengages power to the mower blades ( Figure 5 ).
The LCD indicator appears on the information screen
when the PT O switch is disengaged.
Note: Machines equipped with the Horizon Display
Monitor have a clutch saver , which allows the throttle
to automatically reduce the engine speed when
you disengage the PT O switch. Engaging and
disengaging the PT O switch changes the engine
throttle between the M OW and T RANSPORT modes.
Note: The system allows you to start the machine
with the PT O switch engaged, but does not engage
the blades. Engaging the PT O requires you to reset
the PT O switch by disengaging, then engaging it.
Important: Y ou must unfold the wing decks
before you can engage the PT O.
Deck Lift and W ing Deck
Fold/Unfold Switch
Press the switch rearward to raise the center deck
and to fold the wing decks.
Press the switch forward to lower the center deck and
to unfold the wing decks.
Motion-Control Levers
Use the motion-control levers to drive the machine
forward, reverse, and turn either direction ( Figure 4 ).
Neutral-Lock Position
Move the motion-control levers outward from the
center to the N EUTRAL -LOCK position when exiting
the machine ( Figure 24 ). Always position the
motion-control levers into the N EUTRAL -LOCK position
when you stop the machine or leave it unattended.
Parking-Brake Lever
Whenever you shut of f the engine, engage the parking
brake to prevent accidental movement of the machine.
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Specications
Cutting width 243.8 cm (96 inches)
W orking width—257.3 cm
(101-5/16 inches)
Overall width
T ransport width set at the 3
inches height of cut—184.2
cm (72-1/2 inches)
Overall length 247.1 cm (97-1/4 inches)
Roll bar up—182.4 cm
(71-13/16 inches)Overall height
Roll bar down—129.5 cm (51
inches)
Drive wheels—1 17 cm
(46-1/16 inches)T read width (center-to-center
of tires, widthwise)
Caster wheels—120.7 cm
(47-1/2 inches)
Wheel base (center of the
caster tire to the center of the
drive tire)
143 cm (56-5/16 inches)
Overall weight 1 172 kg (2,584 lb)
Attachments/Accessories
A selection of T oro approved attachments and
accessories is available for use with the machine
to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact
your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized T oro
distributor or go to www .T oro.com for a list of all
approved attachments and accessories.
T o ensure optimum performance and continued safety
certication of the machine, use only genuine T oro
replacement parts and accessories. Replacement
parts and accessories made by other manufacturers
could be dangerous, and such use could void the
product warranty .
Operation
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.
•Inspect the area where you will use the machine,
and remove all objects that could interfere with
the operation of the machine or that the machine
could throw .
•Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
•Check that operator-presence controls, safety
switches, and guards are attached and working
properly . Do not operate the machine unless they
are functioning properly .
•Shut of f the engine, remove the key , and wait
for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operator ’ s position. Allow the machine to cool
before servicing, adjusting, fueling, cleaning, or
storing it.
•Before mowing, inspect the machine to ensure
that the cutting assemblies are working properly .
•Evaluate the terrain to determine the appropriate
equipment and any attachments or accessories
required to operate the machine properly and
safely .
•W ear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant
footwear; and hearing protection. T ie back long
hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose
jewelry .
•Do not carry passengers on the machine.
•Keep bystanders and pets away from the machine
during operation. Shut of f the machine and
attachment(s) if anyone enters the area.
•Do not operate the machine unless all guards
and safety devices, such as the deectors, are in
place and functioning properly . Replace worn or
deteriorated parts when necessary .
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Fuel Safety
•Fuel is extremely ammable and highly explosive.
A re or explosion from fuel can burn you and
others and can damage property .
– T o prevent a static charge from igniting the fuel,
place the container and/or machine directly on
the ground before lling, not in a vehicle or on
an object.
– Fill the fuel tank outdoors on level ground, in
an open area, and when the engine is cold.
Wipe up any fuel that spills.
– Do not handle fuel when smoking or around an
open ame or sparks.
– Do not remove the fuel cap or add fuel to the
tank while the engine is running or hot.
– If you spill fuel, do not attempt to start the
engine. A void creating a source of ignition until
the fuel vapors have dissipated.
– Store fuel in an approved container and keep
it out of the reach of children.
•Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term
exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and
illness.
– A void prolonged breathing of vapors.
– Keep your hands and face away from the
nozzle and the fuel-tank opening.
– Keep fuel away from your eyes and skin.
•Do not store the machine or fuel container where
there is an open ame, spark, or pilot light, such
as on a water heater or on other appliances.
•Do not ll containers inside a vehicle or on a truck
or trailer bed with a plastic liner . Always place
containers on the ground and away from your
vehicle before lling.
•Remove the equipment from the truck or trailer
and refuel it while it is on the ground. If this is not
possible, then refuel from a portable container
rather than from a fuel-dispenser nozzle.
•Do not operate the machine without the entire
exhaust system in place and in proper working
condition.
•Keep the fuel-dispenser nozzle in contact with
the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at
all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a
nozzle lock-open device.
•If you spill fuel on your clothing, change your
clothing immediately .
•Do not overll the fuel tank. Replace the fuel cap
and tighten it securely .
•Clean grass and debris from the cutting unit,
muf er , drives, and engine compartment to help
prevent res. Clean up oil or fuel spills.
Adding Fuel
Recommended Fuel
The engine runs on clean, fresh diesel fuel with
a minimum cetane rating of 40. Purchase fuel in
quantities that can be used within 30 days to ensure
fuel freshness.
Use summer-grade diesel fuel (No. 2-D) at
temperatures above -7°C (20°F) and winter-grade
diesel fuel (No. 1-D or No. 1-D/2-D blend) below
-7°C (20°F). Use of winter-grade diesel fuel at lower
temperatures provides lower ash point and pour
point characteristics, therefore easing startability and
lessening chances of chemical separation of the fuel
due to lower temperatures (wax appearance, which
may plug lters).
Using summer-grade diesel fuel above -7°C
(20°F) contributes toward longer life of the pump
components.
Important: Do not use kerosene or gasoline
instead of diesel fuel. Failure to observe this
caution will damage the engine.
Biodiesel Ready
This machine can also use a biodiesel blended fuel
of up to B20 (20% biodiesel, 80% petrodiesel). The
petrodiesel portion should be ultra low sulfur .
Observe the following precautions:
•The biodiesel portion of the fuel meet specication
ASTM D6751 or EN14214.
•The blended fuel composition should meet ASTM
D975 or EN590.
•Painted surfaces may be damaged by biodiesel
blends.
•Use B5 (biodiesel content of 5%) or lesser blend
in cold weather .
•Monitor seals, hoses, gaskets in contact with fuel
as they may degrade over time.
•Fuel lter plugging may be expected for a time
after converting to biodiesel blends.
•Contact your distributor for more information on
biodiesel.
Filling the Fuel T ank
1. Park the machine on a level surface.
2. Engage the parking brake.
3. Shut of f the engine and remove the key .
4. Clean around the fuel-tank cap.
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5. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of the ller neck
(Figure 7 ).
Note: Do not ll the fuel tank completely full.
The empty space in the tank allows the fuel to
expand.
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Figure 7
Performing Daily
Maintenance
Before starting the machine each day , perform the
Each Use/Daily procedures listed in Maintenance
( page 34 ) .
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 Rollover
Protection System (ROPS)
W ARNING
T o 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.
W ARNING
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.
Lowering the Roll Bar
Important: Lower the roll bar only when
absolutely necessary .
1. T o lower the roll bar , apply forward pressure to
the upper part of the roll bar .
2. Pull both knobs out and rotate them 90 degrees
so they are not engaged ( Figure 8 ).
3. Lower the roll bar to the down position ( Figure
8).
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Figure 8
1. Upper part of the roll bar 4. Rotate the knob out 90°
to hold it in the unlatched
position.
2. Knob in the latched
position
5. Knob in the unlatched
position
3. Pull the knob to unlatch.
Raising the Roll Bar
Important: Always use the seat belt with the roll
bar in the raised position.
1. Raise the roll bar to the operating position and
rotate the knobs until they move partially into
the grooves ( Figure 9 ).
2. Raise the roll bar to the full upright position while
pushing on the upper roll bar so that the pins
snap into position when the holes align with the
pins ( Figure 9 ).
3. Push on the roll bar and ensure that both pins
are engaged ( Figure 9 ).
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Figure 9
1. Engaged 2. Partially engaged—do not
operate the machine with
the ROPS in this position.
Using the Safety-Interlock
System
W ARNING
If the safety-interlock switches are
disconnected or damaged, the machine could
operate unexpectedly , causing personal
injury .
• Do not tamper with the interlock switches.
• Check the operation of the interlock
switches daily and replace any damaged
switches before operating the machine.
Understanding the
Safety-Interlock System
The safety-interlock system is designed to prevent the
engine from starting unless:
•The parking brake is engaged.
•The blade-control switch (PT O) is disengaged.
•The motion-control levers are in the N EUTRAL -LOCK
position.
The safety-interlock system also is designed to shut
of f the engine when the motion-control levers are
moved from the N EUTRAL -LOCK position with the
parking brake engaged or if you rise from the seat
when the PT O is engaged.
The Horizon Display Monitor has indicators to notify
the user when the interlock component is in the
correct position. When the component is in the correct
position, an indicator displays on the screen.
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Figure 10
1. Indicators display when the interlock components are in the
correct position
T esting the Safety-Interlock
System
Service Interval : Before each use or daily
T est the safety-interlock system before you use the
machine each time. If the safety system does not
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operate as described below , have an Authorized
Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately .
1. Sit on the seat, engage the parking brake, and
move the blade-control switch (PT O) to the O N
position. T ry starting the engine; the engine
should not start.
2. Sit on the seat, engage the parking brake, and
move the blade-control switch (PT O) to the O FF
position. Move either motion-control lever out
of the N EUTRAL -LOCK position. T ry starting the
engine; the engine should not start. Repeat for
the other control lever .
3. Sit on the seat, engage the parking brake,
move the blade-control switch (PT O) to the O FF
position, and move the motion-control levers
to the N EUTRAL -LOCK position. Now start the
engine. While the engine is running, disengage
the parking brake, engage the blade-control
switch (PT O), and rise slightly from the seat; the
engine should shut of f.
4. Sit on the seat, engage the parking brake,
move the blade-control switch (PT O) to the O FF
position, and move the motion-control levers
to the N EUTRAL -LOCK position. Now start the
engine. While the engine is running, center
either motion control and move (forward or
reverse); the engine should shut of f. Repeat for
other motion control.
5. Sit on the seat, disengage the parking brake,
move the blade-control switch (PT O) to the O FF
position, and move the motion-control levers
to the N EUTRAL -LOCK position. T ry starting the
engine; the engine should not start.
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 1 1 ).
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Figure 1 1
Unlatching the Seat
T o unlatch the seat, push the seat latch forward
(Figure 12 ).
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Figure 12
1. Seat latch 2. Seat
Changing the Seat
Suspension
The seat is adjustable to provide a smooth and
comfortable ride. Position the seat where you are
most comfortable.
T o adjust it, turn the knob in front either direction to
provide the best comfort ( Figure 13 ).
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Figure 13
1. Seat-suspension knob
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