Adjusting The Parking Brake; No Parts Required - Toro 78534 Operator's Manual

The bagger adds a lot of weight to the rear
of the machine and may cause an unstable
condition which could result in a loss of
control.
1. Place caster weights on the front casters.
2. Install plate, nuts (1/2 inch) and lock washer
(1/2 inch) under the frame and weight
(Figure 28).
3. Repeat for opposite side.
Note: All Z Master mowers receive the caster
weights.
Figure 28
1. Front caster weight
2. U-bolt
3. Plate
Note: Only Z Master mowers with 60 inch
mower decks receive the top weights.
4. Install the top weights on top of each caster
weight for 60 inch mowers with 2 bolts (1/2 x
2–1/2 inches) (Figure 29).
4. Nut
5. Front caster
6. Lock washer
Figure 29
1. Top weight
2. Bolt, (1/2 x 2–1/2 inches)
Step
11

Adjusting the Parking Brake

No Parts Required

Procedure
Check the parking brake for proper adjustment.
1. Disengage brake lever (lever down).
2. Measure the length of the spring.
The measurement should be 2-3/4 inch (70
mm) between washers (Figure 30).
Figure 30
1. Brake lever
2. Spring (2-3/4 inches/70
mm)
3. Adjusting nuts
4. Collar on brake rod
18
3. Front caster weight
4. Front caster wheel
5. 3/16–1/4 inch (5–7 mm)
6. Jam nut and yoke
7. Trunnion roller