Shutting Off The Machine; Transporting The Machine; Adjusting The Flow Baffle; Positioning The Flow Baffle - Toro 30672 Operator's Manual

4. At the same time, engage the lower control bar
and lift up on the lower handle
Figure 11).
Note:
Lifting up on the lower handle assists
driving the machine up a curb and does not spin
the drive wheels.
1. Lower control bar
(engaged)

Shutting Off the Machine

To shut off the machine, pull back the upper control
bar, release the blade-control bail, turn the key to the
O position, and engage the parking brake; refer to
FF
Engaging the Parking Brake (page
remove the key from the key switch.
CAUTION
Children or bystanders may be injured if they
move or attempt to operate the machine while
it is unattended.
Always remove the key and engage the
parking brake when leaving the machine
unattended, even if just for a few minutes.

Transporting the Machine

Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the
machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all
necessary 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.
1. Shut off the engine, remove the key, engage the
parking brake, and close the fuel valve.
2. Securely fasten the machine to the trailer or
truck with straps, chains, cable, or ropes.
(Figure 9
Figure 11
2. Handle
14). Remember to
3. If you are using a trailer, secure the trailer to the
and towing vehicle and install the safety chains.

Adjusting the Flow Baffle

You can adjust the mower-discharge flow for different
types of mowing conditions. Position the baffle to give
the best quality of cut.
1. Disengage the PTO and engage the parking
brake.
2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait
for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
3. Loosen the nut
4. Adjust the baffle and nut in the slot to the desired
discharge flow and tighten the nut.
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1. Slot

Positioning the Flow Baffle

The following figures are only recommendations
for use. Adjustments vary by grass type, moisture
content, and height of grass.
Note:
If the engine power draws down and the
mower ground speed is the same, open the baffle.
Position A
This is the full rear position (see
suggested use for this position is a follows:
•
Use for short, light grass mowing conditions.
•
Use in dry conditions.
•
Use to make smaller grass clippings.
•
Use to propel the grass clippings farther away
from the mower.
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(Figure 12).
1 2
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Figure 12
2. Nut
Figure 13). The
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