Operating The Machine - Toro ProCore 864 Operator's Manual

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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 and review the
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.
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Avoid starting, stopping, or turning the machine on
slopes. Avoid making sudden changes in speed or
direction. Make turns slowly and gradually.
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Do not operate a machine under any conditions
where traction, steering, or stability is in question.
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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.
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Be aware that operating the machine on wet
grass, across slopes, or downhill may cause the
machine to lose traction. Loss of traction to the
drive wheels may result in sliding and a loss of
braking and steering.
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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 the Machine

Note:
When using needle tine heads, make sure to
read the instructions included with the kit for unique
operating procedures.
1. Lower the machine on the 3 point linkage so that
the tines are nearly to the ground at the lowest
part of their stroke.
2. At a low engine rpm, engage the power take off
(PTO) clutch to start the machine.
Important:
Never operate the machine
without the tine heads installed.
3. Select a gear that gives a forward speed of
approximately 1 to 4 km/h (0.6 to 2.5 mph) at
the rated PTO speed of 540 rpm (refer to the
traction unit operator's manual).
4. As the clutch is released and the traction unit
moves forward, lower the machine fully into
the turf and increase engine speed to give a
maximum of 540 rpm at the PTO.
Important:
Never operate the traction unit
PTO faster than 540 rpm or you may damage
to the machine.
Note:
Make sure that the roller is on the ground.
5. Note the hole pattern. If you require greater
hole spacing, increase forward the speed of
the traction unit by shifting up a gear or with
a hydrostatic drive traction unit, actuate the
hydrostat lever or pedal to give faster speed.
For closer hole spacing, decrease traction unit
forward speed. Changing engine speed in
a particular gear does not change the hole
pattern.
Important:
to ensure that the machine is operating
properly and alignment is maintained with
previous passes.
6. Use the front traction unit wheel as a guide to
maintain equal lateral hole spacing with the
previous pass.
7. At the end of the aeration pass, raise the
machine and disengage the PTO.
8. If you back into a tight area (like a tee box),
disengage the PTO and raise the machine to the
highest position. Use caution not to catch the
turf guards on the turf.
9. Always clear the area of all damaged machine
parts, such as broken tines, etc., to prevent
anything from being picked up and thrown by
mowers or other turf maintenance equipment.
10. Replace broken tines; inspect and repair
damaged tines that are serviceable. Repair any
other machine damage before operation.
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Look backward frequently