Toro 74172 - Cutting Adjustments and Mowing Tips

Operation
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Adjusting Height-of-Cut
The height-of-cut is adjusted from 1-1/2” to 5”
(38 to 127 mm) in 1/4” (6 mm) increments by
relocating clevis pin in different hole locations.
1. Raise the height-of-cut lever to the transport
position (also the 5” (127 mm) cutting height
position) (Fig. 11).
2. To adjust, remove hairpin cotter and clevis pin
from height-of-cut bracket (Fig. 11).
3. Select hole in height-of-cut bracket
corresponding to the height-of-cut desired. Lift
handle to transport position, insert clevis pin
(Fig. 11).
4. Secure clevis pin with hairpin cotter (Fig. 11).
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1. Height of cut lever
2. Clevis Pin
3. Hairpin Cotter
Adjusting Anti-Scalp Rollers
Whenever you change the height-of-cut it is
recommended to adjust the height of the anti-scalp
rollers.
Note: There are two different ways that the
rollers are fastened. Check which type
you have. You tell by identifying the
fastener (Fig. 12 and 13).
Bolt Method
1. Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the
ignition key to “OFF”. Move controllers to
neutral locked position and apply parking brake.
2. After adjusting height-of-cut remove roller from
deck mount (Fig. 12).
3. Select hole so gage wheel is positioned to the
nearest corresponding height-of-cut desired (Fig.
12).
Note: Do not adjust rollers to support the
deck.
4. Reinstall the bolt, roller,nut and washers (Fig.
12). Be sure bolt is tightened securely or loss of
anti-scalp roller may result.
5. Repeat adjustment on other gage wheels.
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Figure 12
1. Mounting Bracket
2. Bolt 3/8–16 x 4” (102 mm)
3. Spring washer 3/8”
4. Bushing
5. Roller
6. W
asher 3/8”
7. Flange nut 3/8–16