Operation; Operating Tips - Toro Groundsmaster 4500-D Installation Instructions Manual

Checking for Hydraulic Leaks
WARNING
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can
penetrate skin and cause injury.
• Make sure that all hydraulic fluid hoses
and lines are in good condition and all
hydraulic connections and fittings are tight
before applying pressure to the hydraulic
system.
• Keep your body and hands away from
pin hole leaks or nozzles that eject high
pressure hydraulic fluid.
• Use cardboard or paper to find hydraulic
leaks.
• Safely relieve all pressure in the hydraulic
system before performing any work on the
hydraulic system.
• Get immediate medical help if fluid is
injected into skin.
1. Check and tighten all fittings and hydraulic
connections.
2. Ensure that the hydraulic pump bypass valve is
in the operation position; refer to the pushing or
towing the machine instructions in the Operator's
Manual.
3. Check the hydraulic oil level and replenish it as
required.
4. Start the machine and allow the hydraulic
system to pressurize.
5. Stop the engine and check the hydraulic tubes,
hoses, and fittings for leaks.
Note:
Repair all leaks before operating the
machine.

Operation

Operating Tips

The flow divider kit enhances the traction drive
performance in compromised operating conditions.
The flow divider kit splits the traction flow evenly
between the front and rear wheels. This would require
both a front and a rear tire to spin before the machine
loses traction.
Use the following information to best operate the
machine with the flow divider kit installed:
•
The flow divider is for use in the low-speed range
only. The system will not allow it to operate in the
high-speed range.
•
If both a front wheel and a rear wheel spin, it may
be helpful to use the steering brakes. Apply the
brake pedal corresponding to the spinning front
wheel in order to transfer torque to the wheel that
still has traction.
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