Adjusting The Flow Baffle Cam Locks; Positioning The Flow Baffle - Toro 74902TE Operator's Manual

Adjusting the Flow Baffle Cam
Locks
This procedure is applicable only to machines with the flow
baffle locks. Certain models will have nuts and bolts in-place
of the flow baffle locks and can be adjusted the same.
The mower discharge flow can be adjusted 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 neutral-locked position
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 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 the desired locking
pressure is achieved.

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 a follows.
•
Use for short, light grass mowing conditions.
30).
Figure 30
•
Use in dry conditions.
•
For smaller grass clippings.
•
Propels grass clippings farther away from the mower.
Position B
Use this position when bagging. Always align it with the
blower opening.
Position C
This is the full open position. The suggested use for this
position is as follows.
•
Use in tall, dense grass mowing conditions.
•
Use in wet conditions.
•
Lowers the engine power consumption.
•
Allows increased ground speed in heavy conditions.
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Figure 31
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