Adjusting The Flow Baffle Cam Locks; Positioning The Flow Baffle - Toro 74906 Operator's Manual

Figure 26
1. Anti-scalp roller
2. Spacer
3. Bushing
Figure 27
1. Anti-scalp roller
2. Bushing
Figure 28
1. Anti-scalp roller
2. Spacer
3. Bushing
4. Flange nut
5. Bolt
3. Flange nut
4. Bolt
4. Flange nut
5. Bolt
Adjusting the Flow Baffle Cam
Locks
This procedure is applicable only to machines with the flow
baffle locks. Certain models have nuts and bolts in place of
the flow baffle locks and can be adjusted the same.
You can adjust the mower discharge flow for different types
of mowing conditions. Position the cam locks and baffle to
give the best quality of cut.
1. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move the
motion-control levers to the
and set the parking brake.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving
parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
3. To adjust the cam locks, swing the lever up to loosen
the cam lock (Figure
4. Adjust the baffle and cam locks in the slots to the
desired discharge flow.
5. Swing the lever back over to tighten the baffle and cam
locks (Figure 29).
6. If the cam locks do not lock the baffle into place or it
is too tight, loosen the lever and then rotate the cam
lock. Adjust the cam lock until you obtain the desired
locking pressure.

Positioning the Flow Baffle

The following figures are only recommendations for use.
Adjustments will vary by grass type, moisture content, and
height of grass.
Note: If the engine power draws down and the mower
ground speed is the same, open up the baffle.
Position A
This is the full-rear position. The suggested use for this
position is as follows.
•
Use for short, light grass-mowing conditions.
•
Use in dry conditions.
24
-
NEUTRAL LOCK
29).
Figure 29
position