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cutting unit(s) while operating on slopes can cause
the machine to become unstable.
•
Use extreme caution with grass-collection systems
or other attachments. These can change the
stability of the machine and cause a loss of control.
Starting the Engine
Important:
Bleed the fuel system if any of the
following have occurred:
•
The engine has shut off due to lack of fuel.
•
Maintenance has been performed upon the fuel
system components.
1.
Remove your foot from the traction pedal and
ensure that it is in N
parking brake is engaged.
2.
Press down and hold the engine-speed switch
to set the engine to low-idle speed.
3.
Turn the key to the R
indicator should illuminate.
4.
When the glow indicator dims, turn the key to
the S
position.
TART
Important:
Do not run the starter motor
more than 15 seconds at a time or premature
starter failure may result. If the engine fails
to start after 15 seconds, turn the key to
the O
position, check the controls and
FF
procedures, wait 15 additional seconds, and
repeat the starting procedure.
5.
Release the key immediately when the engine
starts and allow it to return to the R
6.
Press the engine-speed switch to set the desired
engine speed.
When the temperature is less than -7°C (20°F),
the starter motor can be run for 30 seconds on
then 60 seconds off for 2 attempts.
Important:
Shut off the engine and allow the
engine to cool before you check for oil leaks,
loose parts, or other malfunctions.
Shutting Off the Engine
Important:
Allow the engine to idle for 5 minutes
before shutting it off after a full-load operation.
This allows the turbocharger to cool down before
shutting off the engine. Failure to do so may lead
to turbocharger trouble.
Note:
Lower the 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.
1.
Press down and hold the engine-speed switch
to set the engine to low-idle speed.
. Ensure that the
EUTRAL
position. The glow
UN
position.
UN
2.
Move the PTO switch to the O
3.
Engage the parking brake.
4.
Rotate the ignition key to the O
5.
Remove the key to prevent accidental starting.
Understanding the
Operating Characteristics
of the Machine
Practice driving the machine, because it has a
hydrostatic transmission and its characteristics
may differ from other turf-maintenance machines.
Some points to consider when operating the traction
unit, cutting unit, or other implements are that the
transmission, engine speed, and the load on the
mower blades or other implements affect machine
performance.
With Toro Smart Power™, the operator does not have
to listen to the engine speed in heavy load conditions.
Smart Power prevents the engine from bogging
down in heavy cutting conditions by automatically
controlling the machine speed and optimizing cutting
performance.
You can use the brakes to assist in turning the
machine. However, use them carefully, especially
on soft or wet grass, because the turf may be torn
accidentally. Another benefit of the brakes is to
maintain traction. For example, in some slope
conditions, the uphill wheel slips and loses traction.
If this situation occurs, press the uphill brake pedal
gradually and intermittently until the uphill wheel stops
slipping, This action increases the traction on the
downhill wheel.
Important:
Allow the engine to idle for 2 minutes
before shutting it off after a full-load operation.
This allows the turbo charger to cool down before
shutting the engine off. Failure to do so may lead
to turbo-charger trouble.
Before shutting off the engine, disengage all controls
and set the engine speed to slow. Setting the engine
speed to slow reduces high engine rpm, noise, and
vibration. Turn the key to the O
the engine.
Operating the
Engine-Cooling Fan
The engine cooling fan is normally controlled by the
machine. The machine has the ability to reverse
the fan to blow debris off the rear screen. Under
normal operating conditions, the machine controls
the fan speed and direction based on coolant and
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position.
FF
position.
FF
position to shut off
FF
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