Using The Grass Deflector; Operating Tips - Toro 30722 Operator's Manual

Using the Grass Deflector

DANGER
Without the grass deflector mounted in place, you
and others are exposed to blade contact and thrown
debris. Contact with the 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 operate the mower with the deflector
removed from the cutting unit or tied/blocked
in a raised position.
Note: The deflector is spring loaded into its downward
normal operating position, but the operator can temporarily
swing it out of the way to facilitate loading in a trailer or when
otherwise necessary.

Operating Tips

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 operator's ear and can cause hearing
loss through extended periods of exposure. Wear
hearing protection when operating this machine.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
1. Warning—wear hearing protection.
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 26 mm (1 inch) or no more than 1/3
of the grass blade when cutting. In exceptionally lush and
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dense grass you may have to raise the height-of-cut setting
another notch.
Mowing in Extreme Conditions
Air is required to cut and recut grass clippings in the mower
housing, so do not set the height-of-cut too low or totally
surround the housing by uncut grass. Always try to have one
side of the mower housing free from uncut grass, allowing air
to be drawn into the housing. When making an initial cut
through the center of an uncut area, operate the machine
slower and back up if the mower starts to clog.
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. Make sure that
the blade is in good condition and a full sail is present.
Check the Condition of the Deck
Make sure that the cutting chambers are in good condition.
Straighten any bends in the chamber components to ensure
correct blade tip/chamber clearance.
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.
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