Checking The Tire Pressure; Adjusting The Tension Of Tine Drive Chains - Toro 23515 Service Manual

Checking the Tire Pressure

Maintain the air pressure in the tires as specified. Check
the tires when they are cold to get the most accurate
reading (Fig. 027).
Pressure: 12-14 psi (83-97 kPa)
Fig. 027
A. Valve stem
Toro 21" Aerator Service Manual
SPECIFICATIONS & MAINTENANCE
Adjusting the Tension of Tine Drive
Chains
1. Raise the tines, stop the machine, stop the engine,
and disconnect the spark plug wire.
2. Raise the front of the machine to gain access to the
chains and block it in place.
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If you do not securely block up the front of the
machine, the machine could fall on you during
service, injuring you.
Ensure that you place a jack stand or block
under the front of the machine to hold it up
securely.
Important: Do not raise the rear of the machine.
3. Pull down on each chain near the opening in the
fig. 30 G003793
frame with 20 pounds (9kg) of force (Fig. 028). If
a chain flexes more than 1/8" (3mm), tighten it as
follows:
A. Flex in the chain
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CAUTION
Raising the rear of the machine will cause
the engine to flood and the air cleaner to be
fouled with gasoline.
Fig. 028
2
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fig. 31 G023864
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