Operating Tips - Toro Groundsmaster 4500-D Operator's Manual

Operating Tips

When to Mow
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.
Select the Proper Height-of-Cut
Setting to Suit Conditions
Remove approximately 25 mm (1 inch) or no
more than 1/3 of the grass blade when cutting. In
exceptionally lush and dense grass, you may have to
raise the height of cut to the next setting.
Mow at Proper Intervals
Under most normal conditions you need to mow
approximately every 4-5 days. But remember, grass
grows at different rates at different times. This means
that in order to maintain the same height of cut, which
is a good practice, you will need to cut more frequently
in early spring; as the grass growth rate slows in
mid summer, cut only every 8-10 days. If you are
unable to mow for an extended period due to weather
conditions or other reasons, mow first with the height
of cut at a high level; then mow again 2-3 days later
with a lower height setting.
Always Mow with Sharp Blades
A sharp blade cuts cleanly and without tearing or
shredding the grass blades like a dull blade. Tearing
and shredding causes the grass to turn brown at
the edges which impairs growth and increases
susceptibility to diseases.
Mowing Patterns
Change mowing patterns often to minimize aftercut
appearance issues induced by repetitive operation
in only 1 direction.
Resolving Aftercut Appearance
Reference Aftercut Appearance Troubleshooting
Guide available at www.Toro.com.
Transporting (Groundsmaster
4700–D Only)
Use the 2 rear-transport latches for the outer cutting
units when transporting over long distances, rough
terrain, or when trailering.
After Operating
To ensure that optimum performance is met, clean
the underside of the mower housings after each use.
If residue is allowed to buildup in the mower housing,
cutting performance declines.
Note:
Lower cutting units to the ground whenever
machine is parked. This relieves the hydraulic load
from the system, prevents wear on system parts and
also prevents accidental lowering of the cutting units.
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