Starting The Engine; Shutting Off The Engine; Setting The Reel Speed - Toro Reelmaster 3555 Operator's Manual

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.
– Identify hazards at the base of the slope.
If there are hazards, mow the slope with a
pedestrian-controlled machine.
– If possible, keep the cutting units lowered to
the ground while operating on slopes. Raising
the cutting units while operating on slopes can
cause the machine to become unstable.

Starting the Engine

You may need to bleed the fuel system if any of the
following situations have occurred; refer to
the Fuel System (page
•
Initial startup of a new engine
•
The engine has ceased running due to lack of fuel.
•
Maintenance has been performed upon the fuel
system components; i.e. filter replaced, etc.
1. Ensure that the parking brake is engaged and
the cutting unit drive switch is in the D
position.
2. Remove your foot from the traction pedal and
ensure that the pedal is in the N
3. Move the throttle lever to the 1/2 throttle position.
4. Insert the key into the switch and rotate it to
the O /P
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indicator light goes out (approximately 7
seconds); then rotate the key to the S
position to engage the starter motor.
Note:
Release the key when the engine starts.
The key will move automatically to the O
position.
Important:
To prevent overheating of the
starter motor, do not engage the starter for
longer than 15 seconds. After 10 seconds of
continuous cranking, wait 60 seconds before
engaging the starter motor again.
5. When the engine is started for the first time
or after an overhaul of the engine, operate
the machine in forward and reverse for 1 to 2
minutes. Also operate the lift lever and cutting
unit drive switch to ensure proper operation of
all parts.
Turn the steering wheel to the left and right
to check steering response; then shut off the
engine and check for oil leaks, loose parts, and
any other noticeable malfunctions.
Bleeding
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position until the glow-plug
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CAUTION
Contact with moving parts could result
in injury.
Shut off the engine and wait for all
moving parts to stop before checking
for oil leaks, loose parts, and other
malfunctions.

Shutting Off the Engine

1. Move the throttle control to the I
2. Move the cutting unit drive switch to D
3. Rotate the key to O
4. Remove the key to prevent accidental starting.

Setting the Reel Speed

To achieve a consistent, high quality of cut and a
uniform after-cut appearance, it is important that you
set the reel speed controls (located under the seat)
correctly. Adjust the reel speed controls as follows:
1. Select the height of cut at which the cutting units
are set.
2. Choose the desired ground speed best suited
for conditions.
position.
3. Use the graph on the reel speed chart decals
(Figure 30
proper reel speed setting.
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and Figure 31), to determine the
position.
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