Positioning The Flow Baffle - Toro Z Master Professional 5000 Series Operator's Manual

Positioning the Flow Baffle

For Machines with Side Discharge
The following figures are recommendations only.
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 the baffle.
Position A
This is the fully-rear position. The suggested use for
this position is as follows:
•
Short, light grass mowing conditions
•
Dry conditions
•
Smaller grass clippings
•
Propels grass clippings farther away from the
mower
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Position B
Use this position when bagging. Always align it with
the blower opening.
Position C
This is the fully-forward position. The suggested use
for this position is as follows:
•
Tall, dense grass mowing conditions
•
Wet conditions
•
Lowers the engine-power consumption
•
Allows increased ground speed in heavy conditions
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