Grass Deflector; Transporting The Machine - Toro 74730 Operator's Manual

5. Move the motion control levers inward to the neutral
position and turn the ignition key to the run position.
Do not start the machine.
The machine is now able to be pushed by hand.
Figure 22
1. Bypass lever location
2. Lever position for
operating the machine
6. When finished, ensure the key has been returned to the
Stop position to avoid draining the battery charge.
If the machine fails to move the electric brake may still be
engaged. If necessary the electric brake can be released
manually. Refer to Releasing the Electric Brake (page
To Operate the Machine
Move the bypass levers rearward through the key hole and
down to lock them in place as shown in
this is done for each lever.

Grass Deflector

The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses
clippings to the side and down toward the turf.
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3. Lever position for pushing
the machine
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Figure 22. Ensure
DANGER
Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or
complete grass catcher assembly mounted in
place, you and others are exposed to blade contact
and thrown debris. Contact with rotating mower
blade(s) and thrown debris will cause injury or
death.
• Never remove the grass deflector from the mower
because the grass deflector routes material down
toward the turf. If the grass deflector is ever
damaged, replace it immediately.
• Never put your hands or feet under the mower.
• Never try to clear discharge area or mower
blades unless you move the blade control switch
to Off and rotate the ignition key to Off. Also
remove the key and pull the wire off the spark
plug(s).

Transporting the Machine

Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine.
Ensure that the trailer or truck has all necessary brakes,
lighting, and marking as required by law. Please carefully read
all the safety instructions. Knowing this information could
help you, your family, pets, or bystanders avoid injury.
WARNING
Driving on the street or roadway without turn
signals, lights, reflective markings, or a slow
moving vehicle emblem is dangerous and can lead
to accidents causing personal injury.
Do not drive machine on a public street or roadway.
To transport the machine:
1. If using a trailer, connect it to the towing vehicle and
connect the safety chains.
2. If applicable, connect the trailer brakes.
3. Load the machine onto the trailer or truck.
4. Stop the engine, remove the key, set the brake, and
close the fuel valve.
5. Tie down the machine near the front caster wheels and
the rear bumper
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(Figure 23).