Pushing The Machine By Hand; Transporting The Machine; Loading The Machine - Toro 74568TE Operator's Manual

Pushing the Machine by Hand

The bypass valves allow the machine to be pushed by hand
without the engine running.
Important: Always push the machine by hand. Do not
tow the machine, because hydraulic damage may occur.
1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control levers to
the neutral-locked position and set the parking brake.
2. Open the bypass valve on both pumps by turning them
counterclockwise 1 to 2 turns. This allows hydraulic
fluid to bypass the pumps and the wheels to turn
(Figure 25).
Note: Rotate the bypass valves a maximum of 2 turns
so the valve does not come out of the body causing
fluid to run out.
1. Pump-bypass valve
3. Release the parking brake.
4. Push the machine to the desired location.
5. Set the parking brake.
6. Close the bypass valves, but do not overtighten them.
Torque to 12 to 15 N-m (9 to 11 ft-lb).
Important: Do not start or operate the machine
with the bypass valves open. Damage to system
may occur.
Figure 25

Transporting the Machine

Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine.
Ensure that the trailer or truck has all necessary brakes,
lighting, and marking as required by law. Please carefully read
all the safety instructions.
To transport the machine:
1. Raise the platform of the machine before driving up
onto the trailer or truck.
2. If using a trailer, connect it to the towing vehicle and
connect the safety chains.
3. If applicable, connect the trailer brakes.
4. Load the machine onto the trailer or truck.
5. Stop the engine, remove the key, set the brake, and
close the fuel valve.
6. Use the metal tie-down loops on the machine to
securely fasten the machine to the trailer or truck with
straps, chains, cable, or ropes (Figure 26).
1. Traction unit tie-down loop

Loading the Machine

Use extreme caution when loading units onto trailers or
trucks. One full-width ramp that is wide enough to extend
beyond the rear tires is recommended instead of individual
ramps for each side of the unit (Figure 27). The platform
when down and locked into position, extends back between
the rear wheels and serves as a stop for tipping backward.
Having a full-width ramp provides a surface for the platform
to contact if the unit starts to tip backward. With the platform
up, a full-width ramp provides a surface to walk on behind the
unit. The operator should determine if it is best to have the
platform up or down when loading, depending on conditions.
If it is not possible to use one full-width ramp, use enough
individual ramps to simulate a full-width, continuous ramp.
The ramp should be long enough so that the angles do not
exceed 20 degrees (Figure 27). A steeper angle may cause
mower components to get caught, as the unit moves from
ramp to trailer or truck. Steeper angles may also cause the
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Figure 26