Operator's Manual

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8. Test drive machine to be sure it does not creep.
Steering Chain Adjustment
The steering chain should be adjusted after 100 hours of
operation or when steering system is binding or excessive
play in the column occurs.
1. Adjust steering chain idler, by applying 5 lbs. of force
to the midpoint of the chain, until it deflects 0.25
inches.
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1. Steering chain idler
Replacing Sweeper Reel
Fingers
Check condition of sweeper reel fingers after every 25
hours of operation. Excessively worn or damaged sweeper
reel fingers will affect the sweepers ability to effectively
pick up debris and must be replaced.
The Rubber Finger Puller (TORO Part No. 48–002–5691)
can be used to remove and install reel fingers.
To install new reel fingers:
1. Place the reel finger in the slot and pull as far as
possible.
2. Place the end of the puller on the finger.
3. Push down on puller to install finger.
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Note: The puller may be used in either direction for right
or left handed use.
To remove reel fingers:
1. Place the end of the puller on the finger.
2. Push down in the same manner as installing the reel
finger.
Hopper and Reel Clean Out
1. Position machine on a level surface, shut the engine off,
set the parking brake, and remove the key from the
ignition switch.
2. Open hopper door and lock the door open by loosening
the locking knob (Fig. 10) and sliding bolt into notch.
Tighten looking knob.
3. Remove debris from hopper and reel area.
Wheel Motor Axle Nut Torque
Failure to maintain proper torque could result in
failure or loss of wheel and may result in personal
injury. Torque wheel motor axle nuts to 200 – 400
ft. lb.
Warning