Preparing The Machine; Installing The Weights - Toro 79348 Manual

Procedure
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Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
1

Preparing the Machine

No Parts Required
Procedure
Perform the following procedure to prepare the
machine for attaching the blower and finishing kit.
1. Park the machine on a level surface.
2. Disengage the blade-control switch, move
the motion-control levers outward to the
- position.
NEUTRAL LOCK
3. Shut off the machine and remove the key.
4. Ensure that the machine is secure from
movement before you begin to work on it.
5. For gas models, disconnect the spark plug. For
electric models, remove the battery packs.
6. Repair all bent or damaged areas of machine
deck and replace any missing parts.
7. Clean the machine of any debris on the machine
deck or rear part of the machine to ease
installation.
Description
Upper tube
Screw (1/4 x 3/4 inches)
Washer (1/4 inch)
Locknut (1/4 inch)
Lower tube
Qty.
1
2
2 Install the discharge tubes.
2
1
2

Installing the Weights

Parts needed for this procedure:
1 Left weight mount
1 Right weight mount
3 Bagger weight
6 Bolt (3/8 x 1 inch)
2 Bolt (3/8 x 2-3/4 inches)
2 Washer
8 Flange nut (3/8 inch)
Procedure
CAUTION
The bagger changes the weight distribution of
the machine. Operating the machine without
the front weights may cause an unstable
condition, which could result in a loss of
control.
Ensure that the front weights are properly
installed before operating the machine with
the bagger attachment.
1. Use 6 bolts (3/8 x 1 inch) and locknuts (3/8 inch)
to secure the left and right weight mounts to the
front of the machine as shown in
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Use
Figure 3.