Table Of Contents; Introduction - Toro 09701 Operator's Manual

Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safe Operating Practices
Safety and Instruction Decals
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Specifications-660 Aerator
General Specifications-880 Aerator
Performance Specifications
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loose Parts Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tractor Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ballast Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connect Lower Link Arms
Connect Upper Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Side Guards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjust PTO Shaft Length
Connect PTO Shaft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mount Castor/Safety Stand
Adjusting Sway Links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Level Aerator Side-to-side
Adjust 3-Point Lift Stop
Install Tines/Tine Heads
Mount Turf Guards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjust Roller Scraper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjust Turf Guards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing Aerator from Tractor
Accessory Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessory Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Depth Adjustment Handles
Depth Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjust Tine Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Depth Chart Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tractor Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Principles of Operation
Training Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before Aerating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aerating Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transport Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Cleanup after Use
Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional Core Windrower
Optional Contour Following Kit
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
W 2004 by The Toro Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420-1196
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Torque Taper Lock Assembly
Torque Jackshaft Set Screws
Adjusting Belt Tension
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Replacing Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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The Toro General Commercial Products Warranty
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Introduction

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Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and
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maintain your product properly. The information in this
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manual can help you and others avoid injury and product
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damage. Although Toro designs and produces safe
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products, you are responsible for operating the product
properly and safely.
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Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or
additional information, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and
serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates
the location of the model and serial numbers on the
product.
1. Location of the model and serial numbers
Write the product model and serial numbers in the space
below:
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has special
safety messages that help you and others avoid personal
injury and even death. Danger, Warning, and Caution are
signal words used to identify the level of hazard.
However, regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.
Danger signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
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