Towing The Machine - Toro CM-1258Y-SD Operator's Manual

Connecting the Safety Chains to the
Tow Vehicle
Connect the safety chain to the machine and the tow vehicle
as follows:
1. Pull the safety chain through the slots in the keyholes
located in the front post of the machine, so that there
is just enough slack on each side for turning around
corners when towing the machine
Note: Stow the excess chain inside the bottom of the
front post by pushing it into the keyholes and latching
the appropriate links into the keyhole slots.
2. Cross both lengths of chain under the tow pole.
Note: Crossing the chains decreases the chances of
the front of the machine dropping to the ground if the
hitch does not hold the connection.
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Figure 18
1. Connecting links
2. Keyholes in front post
3. Connect each length of chain to the safety chain
mounting point on the tow vehicle with the connecting
links (Figure 19).
Figure 18).
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3. Chain crossed under tow
pole
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1. Connecting link
2. Safety chain mounting
point on tow vehicle

Towing the Machine

WARNING
Towing the machine at high speed increases the
risk of a hitch malfunction and tire failure. Higher
speeds also increase the momentum of the machine
and braking distance. If the machine becomes
detached from the tow vehicle at high speed, it
could cause damage to property, or injury or death
to bystanders.
Do not exceed 88 km/h (55 mph) when towing the
machine. For poor road conditions or inclement
weather, reduce speed accordingly.
WARNING
Towing the machine with material in the drum
increases the risk of a hitch malfunction and tire
failure. In addition, material could bounce out of
the drum and hit other vehicles and/or people.
Material in the drum increases the weight, which
affects momentum and braking distance.
Do not tow the machine with material in the drum.
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Test the brakes of the tow vehicle before towing.
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Avoid sudden starts and stops while towing the machine.
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Figure 19
3. Chain link
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