Adjusting The Flow Baffle Cam Locks; Positioning The Flow Baffle - Toro Z Master G3 Operator's Manual

Adjusting the Flow Baffle Cam
Locks
This procedure is applicable only to machines with
the flow baffle locks. Certain models will have nuts
and bolts in-place of the flow baffle locks and can be
adjusted the same.
The mower discharge flow can be adjusted for different
types of mowing conditions. Position the cam locks
and baffle to give the best quality of cut.
1. Disengage the blade control switch (PTO), move
the motion control levers to the neutral locked
position and set the parking brake.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3. To adjust the cam locks, swing the lever up to
loosen the cam lock (Figure 30).
4. Adjust the baffle and cam locks in the slots to the
desired discharge flow.
5. Swing the lever back over to tighten the baffle and
cam locks (Figure 30).
6. If the cam locks do not lock the baffle into place
or it is too tight, loosen the lever and then rotate
the cam lock. Adjust the cam lock until the desired
locking pressure is achieved.
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Figure 30
1. Unlock lever
2. Rotate the cam lock to
increase or decrease
locking pressure

Positioning the Flow Baffle

The following figures are only recommendations for
use. Adjustments will vary by grass type, moisture
content, and height of grass.
Note: If the engine power draws down and the mower
ground speed is the same, open up the baffle.
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3. Position the baffle
4. Lock lever
Position A
This is the full rear position. The suggested use for this
position is a follows.
• Use for short, light grass mowing conditions.
• Use in dry conditions.
• For smaller grass clippings.
• Propels grass clippings farther away from the
mower.
Position B
Use this position when bagging. Always align it with
the blower opening.
Position C
This is the full open position. The suggested use for
this position is as follows.
• Use in tall, dense grass mowing conditions.
• Use in wet conditions.
• Lowers the engine power consumption.
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Figure 31
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