While Operating The Machine - Toro Groundsmaster 1200 Service Manual

While Operating the Machine

Groundsmaster® 1200 Pull-Behind Rotary Mower
18235SL Rev A
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Operate the machine cutting units only in well-lit areas.
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Watch for holes or other hidden hazards.
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Do not drive close to sand traps, ditches, creeks, or other hazards.
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Reduce speed when making sharp turns. Avoid sudden stops and starts.
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Before backing up, look to the rear to ensure no one is behind the machine.
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Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roads. Always yield the
right-of-way.
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Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from moving parts and the cutting unit
discharge area.
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Raise the cutting units completely, and ensure they are locked in position
when driving from one work area to another.
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Before starting the engine on the tow vehicle:
– Apply the parking brake.
– Make sure that the traction lever or transmission is in neutral and the
PTO is disengaged.
– Refer to the tow vehicle Operator's Manual for safe starting procedures.
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Do not run the tow vehicle engine in a confined area without an adequate
ventilation. Exhaust fumes are hazardous and could be deadly.
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If any abnormal vibration is detected, disengage the PTO and stop the tow
vehicle immediately. Determine the source of the vibration and correct any
problem(s) before resuming the use of the pull-behind rotary mower.
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While operating, the combination of the tow vehicle and the mower exceed
noise levels of 85dB. Hearing protection is recommended for prolonged
exposure.
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If a cutting unit strikes a solid object or vibrates abnormally, stop immediately,
and turn the engine off. Wait for all motion to stop before inspecting for
damage. A damaged cutting unit must be repaired or replaced before
operation can resume.
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Traverse slopes carefully. Do not start or stop suddenly when traveling uphill
or downhill.
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DON'T RISK INJURY! When a person or pet appears unexpectedly in or near
the area while operating an the mower, STOP. Careless operation, combined
with terrain angles, ricochets or improperly positioned guards can lead to
thrown object injuries. Do not resume operation until the area is cleared.
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Before leaving the operator's position of the tow vehicle:
– Disengage PTO power to the pull-behind rotary, and lower the unit to
the ground.
– Apply the parking brake on the tow vehicle. Stop the engine and remove
key from the ignition switch.
– Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the tow vehicle.
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