Understanding The Operating Characteristics Of The Machine; Operating Tips - Toro 30635 Operator's Manual

When in the InfoCenter splash or main screen, press the
middle button ( icon) to adjust the speed.
Note: When switching between low and high ranges, the
settings will transfer based on the previous setting. The
settings are reset when the machine is turned off.
Note: This feature may also be used in conjunction with
cruise control.
Understanding the Operating
Characteristics of the Machine
Practice driving the machine because it has a hydrostatic
transmission and its characteristics are different than many
turf-maintenance machines. Some points to consider when
operating the traction unit, mower deck, or other implements,
are the transmission, engine speed, load on the mower blades
or other implement components, and the importance of the
brakes.
With Toro Smart Power™, you do not have to manually
balance the traction speed with the engine speed in heavy
conditions. Smart Power prevents bogging down in heavy
turf by automatically controlling the machine speed and
optimizing cutting performance.
The brakes can be used 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, depress the uphill turn pedal gradually
and intermittently until the uphill wheel stops slipping, thus,
increasing traction on the downhill wheel.
Traction Assist is now automatic and requires no operator
input. When a wheel starts to slip, flow is automatically split
between the front and rear wheels to minimize wheel slip
and loss of traction.
Use extra care when operating the machine on slopes. Ensure
that the ROPS is in the raised position, the seat latch is
properly secured and the seat belt is buckled. Drive slowly
and avoid sharp turns on slopes to prevent roll overs. For
steering control, the mower deck must be lowered when
going downhill.
Before stopping the engine, disengage all controls and change
the throttle to . Changing the throttle to
LOW IDLE
reduces high engine speed, noise, and vibration. Turn the key
to the O position to stop the engine.
FF
Before transporting the machine, raise the mower decks and
secure the transport latches
LOW IDLE
(Figure 29).
1. Transport latch (wing mower decks)

Operating Tips

Mowing When the Grass Is Dry
Mow either in the late morning to avoid the dew, which causes
grass clumping, or late afternoon to avoid the damage that
direct sunlight can cause on the sensitive, freshly mowed grass.
Selecting the Proper Height-of-Cut
Setting
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 need to raise your height-of-cut setting.
Mowing at Correct Intervals
Grass grows at different rates at different times of the year.
To maintain the same cutting height, mow more often in early
spring. As the grass growth rate slows in mid summer, mow
less frequently. If you cannot mow for an extended period,
first mow at a high cutting height, then mow again 2 days
later at a lower height setting.
Transporting
Use the transport latches when transporting over long
distances, rough terrain, or when trailering.
After Operating
To ensure optimum performance, clean the underside of the
mower housing after each use. If residue builds up in the
mower housing, cutting performance decreases.
Mower Deck Pitch
A blade pitch of 8 to 11 mm (5/16 to 7/16 inch) is
recommended. A pitch larger than 8 to 11 mm (5/16 to 7/16
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Figure 29