Tongue Weight; Safety Attire; Maintenance Safety; Figure 4: Rear Jack Leg Positions For Parking And Traveling - Toro MH-400 Operator's Manual

Figure 4: Rear jack leg positions for parking and
traveling
A. Support position – Lower the jack leg before
disconnecting from the tow vehicle
B. Travel position – Raise the jack leg before traveling.
Remove the jack and store on the tongue
C. Safety pin
D. Rear jack leg
E. 5 cm (2 in) maximum gap

Tongue Weight

The tongue is the area on the MH-400 where the hitch
connects to the tow vehicle. The weight of the tongue
affects the stability of the MH-400.
When the tongue's weight is forced up into the hitch of
the tow vehicle, this produces a negative tongue weight
(Figure 5). Negative tongue weight may also result when
options are mounted on the rear of the MH-400.
When the tongue's weight is forced down onto the hitch
of the tow vehicle, this produces a positive tongue weight
(Figure 5).
: A negative or positive
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tongue weight can cause injury when
connecting or disconnecting the MH-
400 to the tow vehicle. Ensure that the
jack stands are properly engaged.
To balance the tongue weight, raise or lower the rear of
the MH-400 by 10–15 cm (4–6 in). However, be aware
Setup Instructions
that raising the MH-400 can increase the risk of tipping
over.

Figure 5: Tongue weight

A. Negative tongue weight
B. Positive tongue weight
C. Motion of tongue
D. Tow vehicle hitch
E. MH-400 hitch

Safety Attire

Each time you operate the MH-400:
•
Wear safety glasses or safety goggles with side
shields.
•
Wear approved hearing protection.
•
Wear sturdy footwear that fully covers your feet.
•
Avoid loose clothing or jewellery that may get
caught in moving parts.
: Avoid serious injury by
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keeping your hands, body, and clothing
away from moving parts.

Maintenance Safety

Any modification to the MH-400 that is not performed by
or under the guidance of an authorized Toro distributor
could affect the safety, performance, or durability of the
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