Toro CM Series Operator's Manual page 20

Connecting the Safety Chains to the
Tow Vehicle
1. Pull the safety chain through the slots in the keyholes,
so that the lengths on each side are equal.
2. Cross both lengths of chain under the tow pole (under
the tongue for end-dump models). For side-dump
models, refer to Figure
refer to Figure 27.
Note: Crossing the chains decreases the chances of
the front of the machine dropping to the ground if the
hitch does not hold the connection.
1
Figure 26
Side-Dump Models
1. Connecting links
2. Keyholes in front post
1
4
Figure 27
End-Dump Models
1. Connecting links
2. Keyholes
3. Connect each length of chain to the safety chain
mounting point on the tow vehicle with the connecting
links (Figure 28).
26. For end-dump models,
2
3
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3. Chain crossed under tow
pole
2
3
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3. Chain crossed under
tongue
4. Chain
Important: Ensure that the chain has enough
slack for turning around corners when towing the
machine.
Note: For side-dump models, stow the excess chain
inside the bottom of the front post by pushing it into
the keyholes and latching the appropriate links into the
keyhole slots.
Note: For end-dump models, connect the connecting
links to the appropriate links in the safety chain
28). If the excess chain hangs too low and touches the
ground, connect it again to the connecting link to raise
it away from the ground.
1
2
3
4
1. Connecting link
2. Safety chain mounting
point on tow vehicle
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Figure 28
3. Chain link
4. Chain
(Figure
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