Adjusting The Flow-Baffle-Cam Locks; Positioning The Flow Baffle - Toro 74919TE Operator's Manual

Adjusting the Flow-Baffle-Cam
Locks
This procedure is applicable only to machines with 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
achieve the best quality of cut.
1. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move the
motion-control levers to the N
and set the parking brake.
2. Shut off 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 30).
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 achieve the desired
locking pressure.
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EUTRAL LOCK
30).
Figure 30

Positioning the Flow Baffle

The following figures are only recommendations for use.
Adjustments 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. Use this position for the
position,
following.
•
Short, light grass mowing conditions.
•
Dry conditions.
•
Smaller grass clippings.
•
Propelling grass clippings farther away from the mower.
Position B
Use this position when bagging. Always align it with the
blower opening.
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Figure 31
Figure 32