Preparing The Machine; Installing The Weights; Procedure; No Parts Required - Toro 79417 Operator's Manual

1

Preparing the Machine

No Parts Required

Procedure

1. Park the machine on a level surface.
2. Disengage the blade-control switch.
3. Move the motion-control levers outward to the
- position to engage the parking
NEUTRAL LOCK
brake.
4. Shut off the engine and remove the key.
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Installing the Weights

Parts needed for this procedure:
4

Bolt (3/8 x 1 inch)

6

Locknut (3/8 inch)

1

Left weight-mounting bracket

1

Right weight-mounting bracket

2

Washer

2

Bolt (5/8 x 2-3/4 inches)

8

Suitcase weight

Procedure
CAUTION
The bagger changes the weight distribution of
the machine. Operating the machine without
the front weights may cause an unstable
condition, which could result in a loss of
control.
Ensure the front weights are properly installed
before operating the machine with the bagger
attachment.
1. Install the weight-mounting brackets to the under
side of the frame using 2 bolts (3/8 x 1 inch),
and 2 locknuts (3/8 inch) as shown in
2. Install the suitcase weights to the weight
mounting brackets using 2 bolts (5/8 x 2-3/4
inches), 2 washers, and 2 locknuts (3/8 inch)
as shown in
3. Once you have installed all the weights and
brackets, ensure that all the fasteners are tight.
Tighten as necessary.
Important:
bagger attachment, remember to remove the
front weights to return the proper stability
to the machine.
Castor fork and wheel not shown for clarity.
1. Front right caster
2. Forward hole (right side
shown)
3. Locknut (3/8 inch)
Figure 3.
6
Figure 4.
Whenever you remove the
Figure 3
4. Right mounting bracket
5. Bolts (3/8 x 1 inch)
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