Toro 74504TE, Operator'S Manual, Page: 55 / 64

Replacing the Grass Deflector
WARNING
An uncovered discharge opening could allow the
machine to throw objects at you or bystanders and
result in serious injury. Also, contact with the blade
could occur.
Do not operate the machine unless you install
a cover plate, a mulch plate, grass deflector, or
bagger.
1. Remove the locknut, bolt, spring, and spacer holding
the deflector to the pivot brackets (
Figure 85 ).
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5
Figure 85
1. Bolt 5. Spring (installed)
2. Spacer 6. Grass deflector
3. Locknut
7. J -hook end of the spring
4. Spring
2. Remove the damaged or worn grass deflector.
3. Place the spacer and the spring onto the grass deflector.
4. Place 1 J -hook end of the spring behind the deck edge.
Note:
Make sure that 1 J -hook end of spring is
installed behind deck edge before installing the bolt as
shown in
Figure 85 .
5. Install the bolt and the nut.
6. Place 1 J -hook end of the spring around the grass
deflector ( Figure 85 ).
Important:
The grass deflector must be able
to rotate. Lift the deflector up to the full open
position, and ensure that it rotates into the full
down position.
Cleaning
Cleaning under the Mower
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Remove the grass buildup under the mower daily.
1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control levers to
the N
EUTRAL
-
LOCK
position and set the parking brake.
2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3. Raise the front of the machine and use jack stands to
support the mower.
Disposing of the Waste
Engine oil, batteries, hydraulic fluid, and engine coolant are
pollutants to the environment. Dispose of these according to
your state and local regulations.
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