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does not replace the safe operation, already discussed
concerning steep hills and heavy loads.
The differential lock causes the rear wheels to spin at
the same speed. When using differential lock your
ability to make sharp turns is somewhat restricted and
may scuff the turf. Use the differential lock only when
needed, at slower speeds and only in first or second
gear.
WARNING
Tipping or rolling the vehicle on a hill will cause
serious injury.
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The extra traction available with the differential
lock can be enough to get you into dangerous
situations such as climbing slopes that are too
steep to turn around. Be extra careful when
operating with the differential lock on,
especially on steeper slopes.
•
If the differential lock is on when making a
sharp turn at a higher speed and inside rear
wheel lifts off the ground, there may be a loss of
control that could cause vehicle to skid (Refer
to section on Using the Differential Lock, p. 31).
Use the differential lock only at slower speeds.
Four-Wheel Drive
Four-Wheel Drive Model Only
The "Automatic on Demand" four-wheel drive feature,
on this vehicle, does not require operator activation.
The front wheel drive is not engaged (no power
delivered to front wheels) until the rear wheels begin
to lose traction. The bi-directional clutch senses the
rear wheels slipping, engages the front wheel drive and
delivers power to the front wheels. The four-wheel
drive system continues to deliver power to the front
wheels until the rear wheels have enough traction to
move the vehicle without slipping. Once this occurs,
the system stops delivering power to the front wheels
and the handling characteristics become similar to that
of a two-wheel drive vehicle. The four-wheel drive
system functions in both forward and reverse,
however, when turning the rear wheels will slip
slightly more before power is delivered to the front
wheels.
Transporting the Vehicle
For moving the vehicle long distances, a trailer should
Tipping or rolling the vehicle on a hill will cause
serious injury.
The extra traction available with the four wheel drive
feature can be enough to get you into dangerous
situations such as climbing slopes that are too steep
to turn around. Be careful when operating, especially
on steeper slopes.
be used. Make sure the vehicle is secured to the trailer.
Refer to Figures 26 and 27 for location of tie down
points.
Towing the Vehicle
In case of emergency, the vehicle can be towed for a
short distance. However, Toro does not recommend
this as a standard procedure.
Towing at excessive speeds could cause vehicle to
lose steering control. Never tow vehicle faster than
8kmh (5 mph).
Towing the vehicle is a two-person job. Affix a tow
line to holes in front frame member. Move shifter to
Neutral and release parking brake. If machine must be
moved a considerable distance, transport it on a truck
or trailer.
Note: The power steering will not function, making it
difficult (increase effort) to steer.
1. Eye holes in frame
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Figure 26
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