reservoir; add oil if necessary.
9.
Check all connections for leaks.
Backlapping
1.
Position the machine on a clean, level surface,
lower the cutting units, stop the engine, engage
parking brake and remove key from ignition
switch.
2.
Unlatch and raise the hood to expose controls.
3.
Turn backlap knob, on valve block, clockwise to
backlap position. Turn the reel speed knob to
position 1.
Figure 31
1. Reel speed knob
2. Backlap knob
4.
Make initial reel to bedknife adjustments appro-
priate for backlapping on all cutting units Start
engine and set engine to low idle speed.
5.
Engage reels by pulling out knob on instrument
panel
6.
Apply lapping compound with long handled
brush supplied with machine.
7.
To make an adjustment to the cutting units while
backlapping, turn reels OFF by pushing in on
knob on instrument panel and turning engine
OFF. After adjustments have been completed,
repeat steps 4-6.
8.
When backlap operation is completed, rotate
backlap knob clockwise to MOW position, set
reel speed controls to desired mowing setting and
wash ail lapping compound off cutting units.
NOTE: Additional instructions and procedures
on Backlapping are available in the TORO
Sharpening Reel & Rotary Mowers Manual Form
No. 80-300PT.
NOTE: For a better cutting edge, run a file
across the front face of the bedknife when the
lapping operation is completed. This will remove
any burrs or rough edges that may have built up
on the cutting edge.
MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER
The mower has two identification numbers: a model
number and a serial number. The two numbers are
stamped into a plate that is riveted to the frame at the
rear of the mower. In any correspondence concerning
the mower, supply the model and serial numbers to
assure that correct information and replacement parts
are obtained.
NOTE: Do not order by reference number if a parts
catalog is being used; use the part number.
To order replacement parts from an Authorized TORO
Service Dealer, supply the following information:
1.
Model and serial numbers of the mower.
2.
Part number, description and quantity of part(s)
desired.
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Maintenance
Be careful when lapping the reel because con-
tact with the reel or other moving parts can
result in personal injury.
CAUTION
TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH:
•
Never place your hands or feet in the reel area
while the engine is running.
•
While backlapping, reels may stall and then
restart.
•
Do not attempt to restart reels by hand or foot.
•
Do not adjust reels while the engine is running.
•
If the reel stalls, stop the engine before trying
to clear the reel.
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