Positioning The Seat; Changing The Seat Suspension; Using The Drive-Wheel Release Valves - Toro 74919TE Operator's Manual

Position C
This is the full open position. The suggested use for this
position is as follows:
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Use in tall, dense grass-mowing conditions.
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Use in wet conditions.
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Use to lower the engine power consumption.
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Use to allow increased ground speed in heavy conditions.
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This position offers benefits similar to those of the Toro
SFS mower.
Figure 34

Positioning the Seat

The seat can move forward and backward. Position the seat
where you have the best control of the machine and are most
comfortable.
To adjust, move the lever sideways to unlock seat
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Figure 35

Changing the Seat Suspension

The seat is adjustable to provide a smooth and comfortable
ride. Position the seat where you are most comfortable.
To adjust it, turn the knob in front either direction to provide
the best comfort
1. Seat suspension knob
Using the Drive-Wheel Release
Valves
WARNING
Hands may become entangled in the rotating drive
components below the engine deck, which could
result in serious injury.
Stop the engine, remove the key, and allow
all moving parts to stop before accessing the
drive-wheel release valves.
(Figure 35).
WARNING
The engine and the hydraulic drive units can
become very hot. Touching a hot engine or
hydraulic drive units can cause severe burns.
Allow the engine and hydraulic drive units to cool
completely before accessing the drive-wheel release
valves.
The drive-wheel release valves are located in the back of each
hydraulic drive unit, under the seat.
Note: Make sure that the release valves are in the fully
horizontal position when operating the machine or severe
damage to the hydraulic system can occur.
1. Disengage the PTO (blade-control switch) and turn the
ignition key to off. Move the levers to neutral-locked
position and apply parking brake. Remove the key.
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(Figure 36).
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Figure 36