Toro 79412 - Machine Preparation and Weight Installation; Installing the Weights Procedure

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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
NEUTRAL - LOCK position to engage the parking
brake.
4. Shut of f the engine and remove the key .
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Removing the Guards
Machines Equipped with MyRide
®
Only
No Parts Required
Procedure
Note: Retain all removed parts for later installation.
1. Remove the bolts securing the guards on the
sides of the frame.
2. Remove the guards on both sides of the frame
( Figure 3 ).
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Figure 3
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Installing the W eights
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 W asher
2
Bolt (5/8 x 2-3/4 inches)
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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 Figure 4 .
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 Figure 5 .
3. Once you have installed all the weights and
brackets, ensure that all the fasteners are tight.
T ighten as necessary .
Important: Whenever you remove the
bagger attachment, remember to remove the
front weights to return the proper stability
to the machine.
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