Toro 79501 Operator's Manual
Toro 79501 Operator's Manual

Toro 79501 Operator's Manual

Twin bagger zero-turn-radius riding mower
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Twin Bagger
Zero-Turn-Radius Riding Mower
Model No. 79501—Serial No. 400000000 and Up
Model No. 79601—Serial No. 400000000 and Up

Introduction

Read this information carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product properly and to avoid
injury and product damage. You are responsible for
operating the product properly and safely.
Whenever you need service, genuine parts, or
additional information, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer or Customer Service and have the model
and serial numbers of your product ready.
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Model No.
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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
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, Warning, or Caution.
Danger indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
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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.
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Original Instructions (EN)
Form No. 3468-318 Rev A
Operator's Manual
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    Form No. 3468-318 Rev A Twin Bagger Zero-Turn-Radius Riding Mower Model No. 79501—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Model No. 79601—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. Important calls attention to special mechanical...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Safety WARNING CALIFORNIA • Become familiar with the safe operation of the Proposition 65 Warning equipment, with the operator controls, and safety Use of this product may cause exposure signs. to chemicals known to the State of • Use extra care with grass catchers or other California to cause cancer, birth defects, attachments.
  • Page 3: Towing Safety

    Towing Safety • Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point. • Follow the attachment manufacturer's recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. • Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment. •...
  • Page 4: Safety And Instructional Decals

    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. decal109-6809 109-6809 1. Crushing hazard of hand—do not remove the whole bagger from the machine; open the bagger top and then remove the bag(s) from the bagger.
  • Page 5: Setup

    Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. – No parts required Prepare the machine. Left weight-mounting bracket Right weight-mounting bracket Thread-forming screw (5/16 x 3/4 inch) Hex-head flange bolt (3/8 x 1 inch) Install the weights.
  • Page 6: Preparing The Machine

    Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Installing the Weights Preparing the Machine Parts needed for this procedure: Left weight-mounting bracket Right weight-mounting bracket No Parts Required Thread-forming screw (5/16 x 3/4 inch) Procedure Hex-head flange bolt (3/8 x 1 inch) Locknut (3/8 inch)
  • Page 7: Installing The Attachment Mount

    Install the left and right weight-mounting brackets to the under side of the frame using 3 bolts (3/8 x 1 inch) and 3 locknuts (3/8 inch) per side as shown in Figure Install the suitcase weights (amount determined by deck size) to the weight mounting brackets using 2 bolts (3/8 x 2-3/4 inches), 2 washers, and 2 locknuts (3/8 inch) as shown in Figure...
  • Page 8 Remove the machine muffler guard (0.06 inch) and replace it with the muffler guard (0.18 inch) included in the bagger kit. Install the bagger mount bracket to the machine as shown in Figure g462069 Figure 7 g467413 Figure 5 1. Locknut (5/16 inch) 3.
  • Page 9: Installing The Latch Rod

    Install the bent, flared end of a rod into the keyed slot in the side of the machine frame, and move the rod rearward to seat it in the frame (Figure Installing the Latch Rod Note: Repeat this step for both sides of the machine.
  • Page 10: Assembling The Bagger Top

    Assembling the Bagger Top Parts needed for this procedure: Bagger top Bagger screen Procedure Turn the bagger top over. Install the screen as shown in Figure 11 and that it slopes down toward the collection bags. Note: Ensure that the screens snap into place and the tabs engage the bagger top.
  • Page 11 Installing the Bagger Top Parts needed for this procedure: Upper bagger tube Bag frame Bag assembly Rivet Procedure g453040 Figure 13 Slide the brackets over the posts and rotate the bagger top down to the operating position. Note: The bagger top is easier to install if 2 Lift the bagger top and install the bags by sliding people work together.
  • Page 12: Installing The Baffles

    g033030 Figure 15 Attach the bagger hood strap to the latch rod. Install the upper bagger tube by inserting the g299303 Figure 16 curved end into the opening in the bagger top. Note: Ensure that the flared end with the retention post is pointing down and froward in Install the new small baffle to the mower deck preparation to be mated with the Finishing Kit.
  • Page 13 g300212 Figure 18 Machines with 60 inch Decks Never operate the mower with the discharge opening g299302 Figure 20 uncovered. Always use a discharge cover, mulch cover, or bagging chute when operating the mower deck. Rotate the bagging cutoff baffle to contact the Remove the existing baffle from the machine.
  • Page 14: Installing The Chute

    Note: Ensure that the retaining hook on the chute is out of the way so the chute opening mounts flush to the deck. On the top of the chute, engage the hook-shaped latch around the pivot rod of the deflector assembly and install the rod into the hole on the mower deck.
  • Page 15: Connecting With The Discharge Tube

    Hook the flexible latch on the chute to the retaining clasp welded to the side wall of the mower deck. g466145 Figure 28 g299268 1. Retaining clasp 2. Flexible latch Figure 26 1. Chute 3. Flexible latch 2. Retaining clasp Machines with 60 inch Decks Connecting with the Install the chute to the mower deck with the...
  • Page 16: Operation

    Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. WARNING To avoid personal injury, follow these procedures: • Become familiar with all operating and safety instructions in the Operator's Manual for the mower before using this attachment.
  • Page 17: Emptying The Grass Bags

    Emptying the Grass Bags DANGER Debris, such as leaves, grass, or brush can catch fire. A fire in the engine area can cause personal injury and property damage. • Keep the engine and muffler area free of debris accumulation. • Take care when opening the bagger cover to keep debris from falling onto the engine and muffler area.
  • Page 18: Clearing Obstructions From The Bagger

    Clearing Obstructions from The bagger can be removed by repeating the Setup sections from all installed bagger related kits in the Bagger reverse order. If weights are installed, always remove the front bagger weights when removing the bagger attachments. WARNING Note: When switching back to side discharge mode, When the bagger is in operation, the blower...
  • Page 19: Operating Tips

    Operating Tips CAUTION As the bagger fills, extra weight is added to Tips for Bagging the back of the machine. If you stop and start suddenly on hills, you may lose steering control or the machine may tip. Remembering the Size •...
  • Page 20: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Inspect the bagger. After the first 10 hours • Clean the bagger. Before each use or daily •...
  • Page 21: Inspecting The Mower Blades

    Inspecting the Mower Storage Blades Storing the Bagger Inspect the mower blades regularly and whenever a Attachment blade strikes a foreign object. If the blades are badly worn or damaged, install new Clean the bagger attachment; refer to Cleaning blades. Refer to your mower or mower Operator's the Bagger Attachment (page 21).
  • Page 22 Notes:...
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  • Page 24 California Proposition 65 Warning Information What is this warning? You may see a product for sale that has a warning label like the following: WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm—www.p65Warnings.ca.gov. What is Prop 65? Prop 65 applies to any company operating in California, selling products in California, or manufacturing products that may be sold in or brought into California.

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