Set-Up; Loose Parts; Inspection; Adjusting Front Shield - Toro 5 Operator's Manual

Set–Up

Loose Parts

Note: Use the chart below to verify all parts have been shipped.
DESCRIPTION
Operator's Manual
Parts Catalog
Registration Card

Inspection

After the cutting unit is unboxed, inspect the
following:
1. Check each end of the reel for grease. Grease
should be visibly evident in the reel bearings and
internal splines of reel shaft.
2. Ensure that all nuts and bolts are securely
fastened.
3. Make sure carrier frame suspension operates
freely and does not bind when moved back and
forth.

Adjusting Front Shield

Adjust front shield for desired grass clippings
dispersion.
1. Position cutting unit on a flat level surface.
2. Loosen flange head capscrew securing shield to
right side plate. Move shield to desired angle and
tighten screw (Fig. 1).
QTY.
1 Read before operating machine.
1 Use for ordering replacement parts.
1 Fill out and return to Toro.
2
3
4
1. Front grass shield
2. Front capscrew

Adjusting Rear Shield

Under most conditions, best dispersion is attained
when rear shield is closed (front discharge). When
conditions are heavy or wet, rear shield may be
opened.
1. To open rear shield (Fig. 1), loosen flange head
capscrew securing shield to right side plate,
rotate shield to open position and tighten
capscrew.
USE
Figure 1
3. Rear grass shield
4. Rear capscrew
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