Replacing The Grass Deflector; Storage - Toro 30149 Operator's Manual

Replacing the Grass Deflector

Warning
An uncovered discharge opening could allow the
lawn mower to throw objects in the operator's or
bystander's direction and result in serious injury.
Also, contact with the blade could occur.
Never operate the lawn mower unless you install a
cover plate, a mulch plate, or a grass chute and
catcher.
1. Remove the locknut, bolt, spring, and spacer that hold
the deflector to the pivot brackets (Fig. 32).
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Figure 32
1. Bolt
2. Spacer
3. Locknut
4. Spring
5. Spring installed
Note: Remove damaged or worn grass deflector.
2. Place spacer and spring onto the grass deflector.
Note: Place the L end of the spring behind the deck
edge.
Note: Ensure that the L end of spring is installed behind
the deck edge before installing the bolt as shown in
Figure 32.
3. Install the bolt and nut. Place the J hook end of the
spring around the grass deflector (Fig. 32).
Important
The grass deflector must be able to lower
down into position. Lift the deflector up to test that it
lowers into the full down position.
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6. Grass deflector
7. L end of spring—place it
behind the deck edge
before installing the bolt
8. J hook end of the spring
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Storage

1. Clean any dirt and chaff from the top of the mower.
2. Scrape any heavy buildup of grass and dirt from the
underside of the mower, then wash the mower with a
garden hose.
3. Check the condition of the blades. Refer to Cutting
Blades on page 11.
4. Check the condition of the drive and deck belts.
5. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or
replace any part that is damaged or defective.
6. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces with paint
available from an Authorized Service Dealer.
7. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage area.
Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.