Operation; Think Safety First; Controls - Toro 04351 Greensmaster 3050 Operator's Manual

Operation

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.

Think Safety First

Please carefully read all of the safety instructions and
symbols in the safety section. Knowing this information
could help you or bystanders avoid injury.
The use of protective equipment, such as but not limited to,
for eyes, ears, feet, and head is recommended.
Caution
This machine produces sound levels in excess of
85 dBA at the operators ear and can cause hearing
loss through extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
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Figure 17
1. Caution

Controls

Mow Pedal
Depressing the mow pedal (Fig. 18) fully during operation
lowers the cutting units and starts the reels. The mow pedal
will stay depressed due to detent action of the valve bank
during operation. The operator does not need to hold the
pedal down.
Brake Pedal
The brake pedal (Fig. 18) actuates an automotive
drum-type mechanical brake located at each traction wheel.
Lift Pedal
Depressing the lift pedal (Fig. 18) during operation stops
the reels from turning and lifts the cutting units. The lift
pedal must be fully depressed until the cutting units are
fully raised and have stopped rotating.
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2. Wear hearing protection
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Parking Brake Button
Depressing the brake pedal to actuate the brake assembly,
then depressing the small button indicated (Fig. 18) will
keep the brakes actuated for parking. Disengage it by
depressing the brake pedal. Form the habit of locking the
parking brake before you leave the machine.
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Figure 18
1. Mow pedal
2. Lift pedal
3. Traction pedal
Traction and Stopping Pedal
The traction pedal (Fig. 18) has three functions: to make
the machine move forward, to move it backward, and to
stop machine. Depress the top of the pedal to move forward
and the bottom of the pedal to move backward or to assist
in stopping when moving forward. Also, allow the pedal to
move to the neutral position to stop the machine. For
operator comfort, do not rest the heel of your foot on
reverse when operating forward (Fig. 19).
Figure 19
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4. Brake pedal
5. Parking brake button