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OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS
Familiarization – Before mowing grass, practice
operating machine in an open area. Start and stop the
engine. Operate in forward and reverse. When you feel
familiar with the machine, practice operating around
trees and obstacles. Also drive up and down slopes at
different speeds.
WARNING: When operating 4 wheel drive machine,
always use the seat belt and ROPS together and have
seat pivot retaining pin installed.
Another characteristic to consider is the operation of the
brake pedals. The brakes can be used to assist in
turning the machine. However, use them carefully,
especially on soft or wet grass because the turf may be
torn accidentally. Another benefit of the brakes is to
maintain traction. For example: When operating on a
sidehill, the uphill wheel slips and loses traction. If this
situation occurs, depress uphill brake pedal gradually
and intermittently until the uphill wheel stops slipping,
thus, increasing traction on the downhill wheel.
Warning System – If a warning light comes on during
operation, stop the machine immediately and correct
the problem before continuing operation. Serious
damage could occur if the machine is operated with a
malfunction.
Mowing – When you are at the area to be mowed,
release cutting unit transport latches.
Move axle shift lever rearward to Mow position and
throttle to FAST so engine is running at maximum
speed. Lift engagement switch and move forward to
engage cutting units.
Curbside Mowing – To reduce the possibility of foreign
debris escaping from under the cutter deck while
mowing at or near a road or walkway curb, always keep
the outside edge of the cutter deck inside the curb. The
cutter deck caster wheels should not be guided along
the top of the curb; this could cause the cutter deck to
hang over the edge of the curb. Never allow the edge of
the cutter deck to extend over the edge of the curb while
the blades are turning. Always stop mowing and
disengage the mower blades when encountering
pedestrians or other bystanders/ passers–by.
Note: Cutting deck is equipped with a breakaway
system to prevent wing decks from being damaged if a
solid object is struck. If a wing deck strikes a solid object
and unlatches from center cutting deck, raise and lower
wing deck to reset in operating position.
WARNING: Cutting deck breakaway system is
equipped with a highly compressed spring. If spring
removal or repair is required, contact your local
authorized Toro Distributor for assistance.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Transport – When mowing is complete, disengage
cutting unit and raise it by pulling back on cutting unit lift
control levers. Hold levers back until cutting unit is fully
raised. Never raise cutting deck when engaged. Lock
cutting unit in place with transport latches. Move axle
shift lever forward to HI position. When driving from one
area to another, always shift axle to LO position before
encountering a slope. Never shift from HI to LO position
while on a slope. Stop machine on a flat surface, engage
brakes and shift before climbing the slope. Be careful
when driving between objects so you do not accidentally
damage the machine or cutting unit.
Use extra care when operating machine on slopes.
Drive slowly and avoid sharp turns on slopes to
prevent roll overs. The cutting unit must be lowered
when going downhill for steering control.
The use of protective equipment, such as but not limited
to, for eyes, ears, feet and head is recommended.
Caution
This machine produces sound levels in excess of
85dBA at the operator's ear and can cause hearing
loss through extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
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1. Caution
Pushing Or Towing Traction Unit – Use only a rigid
tow bar if it becomes necessary to tow machine. Make
sure axle shift lever is in NEUTRAL position and only
tow the machine forward. Use trailer for normal
transport. Move axle shift lever to LO position before
loading machine on a trailer.
OPERATING TIPS
Mow When Grass Is Dry–Mow either in the late
morning to avoid the dew, which causes grass clumping
or in late afternoon to avoid the damage that can be
caused by direct sunlight on the sensitive, freshly
mowed grass.
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2. Wear hearing protection
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