Toro 68021HD, Operator'S Manual

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Installing the Tow Pole
Parts needed for this procedure:
1 Tow pole kit (sold separately)
Procedure
Note:
The tow pole is purchased separately and includes the
nut and bolt needed for installation.
The machine has the following tow pole options:
Hitch Type Length
50 mm (2 inch) ball—stamped 78.7 cm (31 inches)
50 mm (2 inch) ball—forged 78.7 cm (31 inches)
Pintle
78.7 cm (31 inches)
1. Remove the bolt and nut from the tow pole ( Figure 4 ).
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Figure 4
1. Tow pole 4. Bolt hole
2. Front post 5. Frame fitting
3. Bolt 6. Nut
2. Slide the tow pole forward and align the hole in the
pole with the hole in the frame fitting (
Figure 4 ).
3. Insert the bolt through the holes in the fitting and the
pole (
Figure 4 ).
4. Thread the nut onto the bolt and tighten them until
they are tight against the frame fitting (
Figure 4 ).
Note:
If the self-locking nylon insert in the locknut
wears with use, replace the nut with a new Grade 5 or
Grade 8 locknut.
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Installing the Safety Chain
Parts needed for this procedure:
1 Safety chain
2 Connecting link
Procedure
Form a hook on the end of a bendable piece of rod or stiff
wire, (not included), and install the safety chain as shown in
Figure 5 .
Figure 5
Note:
Ensure that approximately equal lengths of safety
chain extend from either side of the front post.
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