While Operating The Machine - Toro Greensmaster 3120 Service Manual

While Operating the Machine

Safety: Safety Instructions
The exhaust fumes are hazardous and have the potential of injury
or death.
Do not run the engine in a confined area without adequate ventilation.
1. Sit on the seat when starting and operating the machine.
2. Check the safety interlocks daily for proper operation; refer to
the Interlock System Operation (page
malfunctioning switches or interlock mechanisms before operating the
machine.
3. To start the engine:
A. Sit on the seat and make sure cutting units are disengaged.
B. Verify that function control lever is in neutral.
C. Verify that parking brake is set.
D. Proceed to start engine.
4. Using the machine demands operator attention. To prevent loss of machine
control:
A. Mow only in daylight or when there is good artificial light.
B. Watch for holes or other hidden hazards.
C. Do not drive close to sand traps, ditches, creeks or other hazards.
D. Reduce speed when making sharp turns. Avoid sudden stops and starts.
E. Before backing up, look to the rear to be sure no one is behind the
machine.
F. Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roads. Always yield the
right-of-way.
G. Apply the service brakes when going downhill to keep forward speed slow
and to maintain control of the machine.
5. Keep hands, feet and clothing away from moving parts and the reel discharge
area. The grass baskets must be in place during operation of the reels or
thatchers for maximum safety. Shut the engine off before emptying the
baskets.
6. Raise the cutting units when driving from one work area to another.
7. Do not touch the engine, muffler or exhaust pipe while the engine is running
or soon after it is stopped because these areas could be hot enough to
cause burns.
8. If a cutting unit strikes a solid object or vibrates abnormally, stop immediately,
turn the engine off, wait for all motion to stop and inspect for damage. A
damaged reel or bedknife must be repaired or replaced before operation
is continued.
9. Traverse slopes carefully. Do not start or stop suddenly when traveling uphill
or downhill.
10. DON'T TAKE AN INJURY RISK! When a person or pet appears unexpectedly
in or near the mowing area, STOP MOWING. Careless operation, combined
with terrain angles, ricochets or improperly positioned guards can lead to
thrown object injuries. Do not resume mowing until the area is cleared.
11. Before getting off the seat:
DANGER
5–10). Adjust or replace any
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