Loading Machines - Toro GrandStand 74568TE Operator's Manual

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 25).
Figure 25
1. Traction unit tie down loop

Loading Machines

Use extreme caution when loading units on 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 26).
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 26). 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 unit to tip backward. If loading on
or near a slope, position the trailer or truck so it is on
the down side of the slope and the ramp extends up the
slope. This will minimize the ramp angle. The trailer or
truck should be as level as possible.
Important: Do Not attempt to turn the unit while
on the ramp; you may lose control and drive off
the side.
Avoid sudden acceleration when driving up a ramp and
sudden deceleration when backing down a ramp. Both
maneuvers can cause the unit to tip backward.
WARNING
Loading a unit onto a trailer or truck increases the
possibility of backward tip-over and could cause
serious injury or death.
• Use extreme caution when operating a unit on
a ramp.
• Use only a single, full width ramp; Do Not use
individual ramps for each side of the unit.
• If individual ramps must be used, use enough
ramps to create an unbroken ramp surface
wider than the unit.
• Do not exceed a 20 degree angle between ramp
and ground or between ramp and trailer or
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truck.
• Avoid sudden acceleration while driving unit up
a ramp to avoid tipping backward.
• Avoid sudden deceleration while backing unit
down a ramp to avoid tipping backward.
1. Trailer
2. Full width ramp
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Figure 26
3. Not greater than
20 degrees
4. Full width ramp—side view