Adjusting The Cutting-Unit Counterbalance - Toro Reelmaster 7000-D Operator's Manual

Driving the Machine in Transport Mode (continued)
Be careful when driving between objects so that you do not accidentally damage the
machine or cutting units. Use extra care when operating the machine on slopes. Drive
slowly and avoid sharp turns on slopes to prevent a rollover.

Adjusting the Cutting-Unit Counterbalance

Rear Cutting Units
The springs are under tension, and adjusting them could result in minor or moderate
personal injury.
Use caution when adjusting the springs.
Adjust the amount of counterbalance force applied to the rear cutting-units to help
compensate for different turf conditions, and to maintain a uniform height of cut in rough
conditions or in areas of thatch buildup.
Adjust the counterbalance force of each torsion spring to 1 of 4 settings. Each increment
increases or decreases the counterbalance force on the cutting unit by 2.3 kg (5 lb).
Note:
To remove all counterbalance force, position the long leg of the torsion spring below
the bolt, washer, spacer, and locknut.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, lower the cutting units, engage the parking brake,
shut off the engine, and remove the key.
2. Insert a tube or similar object over the long leg of the spring, and lift the spring leg to
relieve pressure on the spacer.
Note:
Operation: During Operation
Have another person help by lifting and lowering the spring leg.
IMPORTANT
CAUTION
Page 5–16 3466-702 A