Operating Tips - Toro 44536 Operator's Manual

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Reduce speed when operating on rough, uneven
terrain, and near curbs, holes, and other sudden
changes in terrain.
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To avoid causing the machine to tip over, be
careful when turning and avoid unsafe maneuvers.
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For all PTO shaft steel parts (tubes, bearings,
joints, etc.) disassembly or repairs, it is
highly advisable to contact your local Toro
distributor. Removal of components for repairs
and reassembly may damage some parts if not
performed with special tools by trained technicians.
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The PTO shaft must not be used without the
guards supplied.
Slope Safety
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Review the traction unit specifications to ensure
that you do not exceed its slope capabilities.
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Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control
and rollover accidents, which can result in severe
injury or death. You are responsible for safe slope
operation. Operating the machine on any slope
requires extra caution.
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Evaluate the site conditions to determine if the
slope is safe for machine operation, including
surveying the site. Always use common sense
and good judgment when performing this survey.
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Review the slope instructions, listed below, for
operating the machine on slopes. Before you
operate the machine, review the site conditions to
determine whether you can operate the machine
in the conditions on that day and at that site.
Changes in the terrain can result in a change in
slope operation for the machine.
– Avoid starting, stopping, or turning the machine
on slopes. Avoid making sudden changes in
speed or direction. Make turns slowly and
gradually.
– Do not operate a machine under any conditions
where traction, steering, or stability is in
question.
– Remove or mark obstructions such as ditches,
holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
hazards. Tall grass can hide obstructions.
Uneven terrain could overturn the machine.
– Be aware that operating the machine on wet
grass, across slopes, or downhill may cause
the machine to lose traction.
– Use extreme caution when operating
the machine near drop-offs, ditches,
embankments, water hazards, or other
hazards. The machine could suddenly roll over
if a wheel goes over the edge or the edge
caves in. Establish a safety area between the
machine and any hazard.

Operating Tips

WARNING
Discharged air has considerable force and
could cause injury or loss of footing.
• Stay away from the discharge opening
when the machine is operating.
• Keep bystanders away from the discharge
opening when the machine is running.
1. Start the tractor and run it at a low engine speed.
2. Engage the PTO while the engine is at idle
speed.
3. Increase the tractor PTO speed to 540 rpm.
4. Practice blowing material.
Note:
Blow in the same direction that the wind
is blowing to prevent material from blowing back
into the cleared area.
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