Mowing Techniques; After Mowing; Selecting Clip Rate (Reel Speed) - Toro REELMASTER 3100-D Operator's Manual

overhang, allowing you to trim closer to the edge of
traps and other obstacles while keeping the tractor tires
as far away from the edge of traps or water hazards as
possible.
If an obstacle is in the way, shift the cutting units to
easily mow around it.
CAUTION: This product may exceed noise levels of
85 dB(A) at the operator position. Ear protectors are
recommended for prolonged exposure to reduce the
potential of permanent hearing damage.
When transporting the machine from one work area to
another, raise the cutting units fully, move the
Mow/Transport slide to the left to transport and place the
throttle in the FAST position. (The cutting units will not
operate in transport.)

MOWING TECHNIQUES

To begin cutting, engage the reels, then slowly approach
the mowing area. Once the front reels are over the
mowing area, lower the cutting units.
To achieve the professional straight-line cut and striping
that is desirable for some applications, find a tree or
other object in the distance and drive straight toward it.
As soon as the front reels reach the edge of the mowing
area, lift the cutting units and perform a tear drop turn to
quickly line you up for your next pass.
Mowing around bunkers, ponds or other contours is
easily done with The Reelmaster 3100-D with
Sidewinder. To use the Sidewinder application, move the
control lever left or right, depending on your mowing
application. The cutting units can also be shifted to vary
tire tracking.
The Reelmaster 3100-D cutting units can throw clippings
to the front or rear. Front throw should be used when
cutting off smaller amounts of grass; thus, leaving a
better after-cut appearance. To throw clippings to the
front, simply close the rear shield on the cutting units.
CAUTION
Shut the engine off and wait for all moving parts to
stop before opening or closing the cutting unit shields.
When cutting off larger amounts of grass, the shields
should be positioned to just below horizontal. Do not
open the shields too far or excessive clippings can
build up on the frame, rear radiator screen and the
engine area.
The cutting units are also equipped with balance
weights, on the non-motor end, to give an even cut.
Weights can be added or removed if mismatch occurs on
your turf.

AFTER MOWING

After mowing, thoroughly wash the machine with a
garden hose—without a nozzle—so excessive water
pressure will not cause contamination and damage to
seals and bearings. Make sure the radiator and oil cooler
are kept free of dirt or grass clippings. After cleaning,
inspect the machine for possible hydraulic fluid leaks,
damage or wear to hydraulic and mechanical
components. Also check the cutting units for sharpness
and proper reel-to-bedknife adjustment.
IMPORTANT: After washing, move the Sidewinder
mechanism (model 03201 only) from left to right
several times to remove water from between the
bearing blocks and cross tube.
SELECTING CLIP RATE (REEL
SPEED)
To achieve a consistent, high quality of cut, and a
uniform after-cut appearance, match the reel speed to the
height of cut.
IMPORTANT: If the reel speed is too slow, clip
marks may be visible. If the reel speed is too fast the
cut may have a fuzzy appearance.
Adjust the clip rate (reel speed) as follows:
1. Verify the height-of-cut setting on the cutting units.
Using the column of the chart listing either 5- or 8-
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