Operation; Using The Side Discharge; Operating Tips - Toro 30366 Operator's Manual

Operation

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

Using the Side Discharge

The mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses
clippings to the side and down toward the turf.
Danger
Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or
complete grass catcher assembly mounted in place,
you and others are exposed to blade contact and
thrown debris. Contact with rotating mower
blade(s) and thrown debris will cause injury or
death.
•
Never remove the grass deflector from the
mower because the grass deflector routes
material down toward the turf. If the grass
deflector is ever damaged, replace it
immediately.
•
Never put your hands or feet under the mower.
•
Never try to clear the discharge area or mower
blades unless you move the power take off
(PTO) to the off position, rotate the ignition key
to off and remove the key.
• Make sure the grass deflector is in the down
position.

Operating Tips

Mow When Grass is Dry
Mow either in the late morning to avoid the dew, which
causes grass clumping, or in late afternoon to avoid the
damage that can be caused by direct sunlight on the
sensitive, freshly mowed grass.
Select the Proper Height-of-Cut Setting to
Suit Conditions
Remove approximately 1 in. (25 mm) or no more than 1/3
of the grass blade when cutting. In exceptionally lush and
dense grass, you may have to raise the height-of-cut to the
next setting.
Mow at Proper Intervals
Under most normal conditions you will need to mow
approximately every 4–5 days. But remember, grass grows
at different rates at different times. This means that in order
to maintain the same height-of-cut, which is a good
practice, you will need to cut more frequently in early
spring; as the grass growth rate slows in mid summer, cut
only every 8–10 days. If you are unable to mow for an
extended period due to weather conditions or other reasons,
mow first with the height-of-cut at a high level; then mow
again 2–3 days later with a lower height setting.
Always Mow with Sharp Blades
A sharp blade cuts cleanly and without tearing or shredding
the grass blades like a dull blade. Tearing and shredding
causes the grass to turn brown at the edges which impairs
growth and increases susceptibility to diseases.
After Operating
To ensure optimum performance, clean the underside of the
mower housing after each use. If residue is allowed to build
up in the mower housing, cutting performance will
decrease.
Cutting Unit Pitch
We recommend a blade pitch of 1/4 in. (6 mm). A pitch
larger than 1/4 in. (6 mm) will result in less power required,
larger clippings, and a poorer quality of cut. A pitch less
than 1/4 in. (6 mm) will result in more power required,
smaller clippings and a better quality of cut.
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