Towing The Machine - Toro 03910 Operator's Manual

The ramp should be long enough so that the angles do not
exceed 15 degrees (Figure
mower components to get caught as the unit moves from the
ramp to the trailer or truck. Steeper angles may also cause the
machine to tip backward. If loading the machine on or near a
slope, position the trailer or truck so that 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 machine while
on the ramp; you may lose control and drive off the side.
WARNING
Loading a machine onto a trailer or truck increases
the possibility of tipping over and could cause
serious injury or death.
• Use extreme caution when operating a machine
on a ramp.
• Use the ROPS (in up position) while using the
seat belt when loading the machine. Ensure that
the ROPS clears the top of an enclosed trailer.
• Use only a single, full-width ramp.
• If individual ramps must be used, use enough
ramps to create an unbroken ramp surface wider
than the machine.
• Do not exceed a 15-degree angle between the
ramp and the ground or between the ramp and
the trailer or truck.
• Avoid sudden acceleration or deceleration while
driving the machine up or down a ramp.
39). A steeper angle may cause
1. Trailer
2. Full-width ramp

Towing the Machine

In case of an emergency, you can tow the machine for a
short distance; however, Toro does not recommend this as
a standard procedure.
Important: Do not tow the machine faster than 3 to
4 km/h (2 to 3 mph) because the drive system may
become damaged. If the machine must be moved a
considerable distance, transport it on a truck or trailer.
1. Locate the bypass valve on the pump
rotate it 90°.
1. Bypass valve
2. Before starting the engine, close the bypass valve by
rotating it 90° (1/4 turn).
Important: Do not start the engine when the
valve is open.
30
Figure 39
3. Not greater than
15 degrees
4. Full-width ramp—side
view
(Figure
Figure 40
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