Positioning The Flow Baffle; Using The Mid-Size Weight - Toro 74523 Operator's Manual

Positioning the Flow Baffle

The following figures are only for recommended use.
Adjustments vary by grass type, moisture content, and the
height of the grass.
Note: If the engine power draws down, and the mower
ground speed is the same, open up the baffle.
Position A
This is the full, rear position (see
for the following:
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In short, light grass mowing conditions
•
In dry conditions
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Smaller grass clippings
•
Propels grass clippings farther away from the mower
Figure 30
Position B
Use this position when bagging
Figure 31
Figure 30). Use this position
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Position C
This is the full, open position
position for the following:
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In tall, dense grass mowing conditions
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In wet conditions
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Lowers the engine-power consumption
•
Allows increased ground speed in heavy conditions

Using the Mid-Size Weight

•
Install weights to improve balance. You can add or
remove weights to create optimized performance under
different mowing conditions and for your preference.
•
Add or remove weights 1 at a time until you achieve the
desired handling and balance.
Note: Contact an Authorized Service Dealer to order a
Weight Kit.
WARNING
Excessive weight changes can affect the handling
and operation of the machine. This could cause
serious injury to you or bystanders.
• Make weight changes in small increments only.
• Evaluate the mower after each weight change to
ensure that you can operate the machine safely.
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Figure 32