Operating Tips - Toro 31200 Operator's Manual

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Perform a recovery-regeneration whenever
there is a loss of engine power and a parked
regeneration cannot effectively clean the DPF of
soot.
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A recovery regeneration requires up to 4 hours
to complete.
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You need a distributor technician to perform the
recovery regeneration process; contact your
Authorized Toro Distributor.

Operating Tips

Using the Fast Throttle Setting
To maintain enough power for the machine and deck
while mowing, operate the engine at the fast throttle
position and adjust your ground speed for conditions.
Selecting the Ground Speed
To improve cut quality, use a slower ground speed.
Decrease the ground speed as the load on the cutting
blades increases, and increase ground speed as load
on the blades decreases.
Alternating Mowing Direction
Alternate mowing direction to avoid making ruts in
the turf over time. This also helps disperse clippings
which enhances decomposition and fertilization.
Avoiding Cutting Too Low
If the cutting width of the mower is wider than the
mower you previously used, raise the cutting height to
ensure that uneven turf is not cut too short.
Selecting the Proper Height of Cut
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
slow down the forward speed and/or raise the height
of cut to the next higher setting.
Important:
If cutting more than 1/3 of the grass
blade off, or in sparse long grass or dry conditions,
the use of flat sail blades is recommended to
reduce air-borne chaff, debris, and unnecessary
strain on deck-drive components.
Cutting Long Grass
If the grass is ever allowed to grow slightly longer than
normal, or if it contains a high degree of moisture,
raise the cutting height higher than usual and cut the
grass at this setting. Then cut the grass again using
the lower, normal setting.
Keeping the Mower Clean
Clean clippings and dirt from the underside of the
mower after each use. If grass and dirt build up inside
the mower, cutting quality will eventually become
unsatisfactory.
To reduce the risk of fire, keep the engine, muffler,
battery compartment, parking brake, cutting units, and
fuel storage compartment free of grass, leaves, or
excessive grease. Clean up any spilled oil or fuel.
Maintaining the Blades
Maintain sharp blades throughout the cutting season
because sharp blades cut cleanly without tearing or
shredding the grass blades. Tearing and shredding
turns grass brown at the edges, which slows growth
and increases the chance of disease. Check the
blades daily for sharpness and for any wear or
damage. Sharpen the blades as necessary. If a blade
is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a
genuine Toro replacement blade. Refer to Servicing
the Cutting Blades in the mower-deck manual.
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