Engaging The Cutting Unit Drive; Operating Tips; After Operation; After Operation Safety - Toro Groundsmaster 3400 Operator's Manual

Engaging the Cutting Unit
Drive
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1. On
The cutting unit engages only when you are in the seat
correctly, refer to Operating the Presence Seat Switch (page
42).
Cutting-unit-drive engagement: Press the top of the
cutting-unit-drive switch to the
Cutting-unit-drive disengagement: Press the bottom of
the cutting-unit-drive switch to the

Operating Tips

Familiarization
Before mowing grass, practice operating the machine in an
open area. Start and shut off the engine. Operate the machine
in forward and reverse. Lower and raise the cutting unit and
engage and disengage the cutting unit. When you feel familiar
with the machine, practice operating it up and down slopes at
different speeds.
Warning System
If a warning light comes on during operation, stop the
machine immediately, and correct the problem before
continuing operation. Serious damage could occur if you
operate the machine with a malfunction.
Mowing
The speed of the cutting unit blades should always be kept
as high as possible in order to maintain the highest quality of
cut. This in turn requires that the engine speed be kept as
high as possible.
Cutting performance is best when cutting against the lie of
the grass. You should attempt to alternate the direction of
mowing between cuts.
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2. Off
position.
FORWARD
position.
REARWARD
Quality of Cut
The quality of cut deteriorates if the forward speed is
excessive. Always balance the quality of cut with the work rate
required and set the forward speed accordingly.
Engine
Never let the engine labor. Reduce the forward speed or
increase the height of cut.
Transporting
Always disengage the cutting unit drive when travelling across
un-grassed areas. Be careful when driving between objects so
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that you do not accidentally damage the machine or cutting
units.
Important: Take care when traveling over obstacles,
such as roadside curbs. Always travel at a slow speed
over obstacles to prevent damage to the tires, wheels,
and steering system. Ensure that tires are inflated to the
recommended pressures.
Slopes
Use extra care when operating the machine on slopes. Drive
slowly and avoid sharp turns on slopes to prevent rollovers.
Lower the cutting unit when going downhill for steering
control.

After Operation

After Operation Safety

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Clean grass and debris from the cutting units, mufflers,
and engine compartment to help prevent fires. Clean up
oil or fuel spills.
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If the cutting units are in the transport position, use the
positive mechanical lock (if available) before you leave the
machine unattended.
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Allow the engine to cool before storing the machine in
any enclosure.
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Shut off the fuel before storing or transporting the
machine.
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Never store the machine or fuel container where there is
an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such as on a water
heater or on other appliances.
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Keep all parts of the machine in good working condition
and all hardware tightened, especially blade-attachment
hardware.
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Replace all worn or damaged decals.
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