Transporting The Machine; Towing The Machine; Towing A Trailer - Toro Workman MDE 07299 Operator's Manual

Transporting the Machine

For moving the machine long distances, a trailer should be
used. Make sure that the machine is secured to the trailer.
Refer to Figure 23 and Figure 24
tie-down points.
CAUTION
Loose seats may fall off of the vehicle and trailer
when transporting the machine, and the seats may
land on another vehicle or obstruct the roadway.
Remove the seats or make sure that the seats are
securely fastened to the coupling in the seat shroud.
1. Towing tongue and tie down point (front of the machine)
1. Rear axle tie-down points (back of the machine)

Towing the Machine

In case of an emergency, the machine can be towed for a
short distance. However, we do not recommend this as a
standard procedure.
WARNING
Towing at excessive speeds could cause a loss of
steering control, resulting in personal injury.
Never tow the machine at faster than 8 km/h
(5 mph).
Towing the machine is a 2-person job. If the machine must
be moved a considerable distance, transport it on a truck or
trailer; refer to Transporting the Machine (page
for the location of the
Figure 23
Figure 24
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1. Turn off the On/Off switch and remove the key.
Important: If you tow the machine with the key
in the On position, the electrical system may be
damaged.
2. Affix a tow line to the tongue on the front of the frame
(Figure 23).
3. Release the parking brake.

Towing a Trailer

The machine is capable of pulling trailers. 2 types of tow
hitches are available for the machine, depending on your
application. Contact your Authorized Toro Distributor for
details.
When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not overload your
machine or trailer. Overloading can cause poor performance
or damage to the brakes, axle, motor, transaxle, steering,
suspension, body structure, or tires. Always load a trailer with
60% of the cargo weight in the front of the trailer. This places
approximately 10% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on
the tow hitch of the machine.
The maximum cargo load shall not exceed 362 kg (800 lb),
including the GTW. For example, if the GTW is 90 kg (200
lb) then the maximum cargo load is 272 kg (600 lb).
To provide adequate braking and traction, always load the
cargo box when towing a trailer. Do not exceed the GTW or
GVW limits.
Avoid parking a machine with a trailer on a hill. If you must
park on a hill, set the parking brake and block the trailer tires.
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