Using The Drive Wheel Release Valves; Transporting The Machine - Toro 74310 Operator's Manual

1. Front removable screen
can be rotated and stored
for wet conditions
2. Front removable screen
Using the Drive Wheel Release
Valves
WARNING
Hands may become entangled in the rotating drive
components below the engine deck, which could
result in serious injury.
Stop the engine, remove the key, and allow all
moving parts to stop before accessing the drive
wheel release valves.
WARNING
The engine and hydraulic drive units can become
very hot. Touching a hot engine or hydraulic drive
units can cause severe burns.
Allow the engine and hydraulic drive units to cool
completely before accessing the drive wheel release
valves.
The drive wheel release valves are located on the top left front
corner of hydrostatic pumps.
1. Move the speed control lever to the neutral position
to stop the machine.
2. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, stop the
engine, and wait for all moving parts to stop.
3. Tilt the seat up to gain access to the pumps.
4. Rotate both release valves one turn counterclockwise
to release the drive system This allows the hydraulic oil
to by-pass the pump enabling the wheels to turn.
5. Disengage the parking brake before pushing.
Note: Do not tow the machine.
6. Rotate the valves clockwise to run the machine.
Note: Do not over tighten the valves.
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3. Primary screen
4. Handles.

Transporting the Machine

Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine.
Ensure that the trailer or truck has all necessary brakes,
lighting, and marking as required by law. Please carefully read
all the safety instructions. Knowing this information could
help you, your family, pets, or bystanders avoid injury.
WARNING
Driving on the street or roadway without turn
signals, lights, reflective markings, or a slow-moving
vehicle emblem is dangerous and can lead to
accidents causing personal injury.
Do not drive the machine on a public street or
roadway.
To transport the machine:
1. If using a trailer, connect it to the towing vehicle and
connect the safety chains.
2. If applicable, connect the trailer brakes.
3. Load the machine onto the trailer or truck.
4. Stop the engine, remove the key, set the brake, and
close the fuel valve.
5. Securely fasten the machine to the trailer or truck with
straps, chains, cable, or ropes.
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