Operating Tips; After Operation; After Operation Safety; Hauling The Machine - Toro Reelmaster 7000-D Operator's Manual

Note:
The PTO should not engage. If the PTO
engages, there is a malfunction in the interlock
system; correct it before operating the machine.
7. Sit on the seat, engage the parking brake, and
start the engine.
8. Move the traction pedal out of the N
position.
Note:
The engine should shut off. If the engine
does not shut off, there is a malfunction in the
interlock system; correct it before operating the
machine.

Operating Tips

Becoming Familiar with the
Machine
Before mowing grass, practice operating the machine
in an open area. Start and shut off the engine.
Operate in forward and reverse. Lower and raise the
cutting units and engage and disengage the reels.
When you feel familiar with the machine, practice
operating up and down slopes at different speeds.
Understanding the 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 Grass
Start the engine and move the engine speed switch
to the F position. Move the mow speed limiter to
AST
the M position. Move the PTO switch to the O
OW
position and use the lift switch to control the cutting
units (the front cutting units are timed to lower before
the rear cutting units). To move forward and cut grass,
press the traction pedal forward.
Driving the Machine in Transport
Mode
Move the PTO switch to the O
the cutting units to the transport position. Move
the mow speed limiter to the transport position. Be
careful when driving between objects so that you
do not accidentally damage the machine or cutting
units. Use extra care when operating the machine on
slopes. Drive slowly and avoid sharp turns on slopes
to prevent rollovers.
EUTRAL
N
position and raise
FF

After Operation

After Operation Safety

General Safety
•
Shut off the engine, remove the key (if equipped),
and wait for all movement to stop before you leave
the operator's position. Allow the machine to cool
before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
•
Clean grass and debris from the cutting units,
drives, mufflers, cooling screens, and engine
compartment to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or
fuel spills.
•
Shut off the fuel while storing or transporting the
machine.
•
Disengage the drive to the attachment whenever
you are transporting or not using the machine.
•
Maintain and clean the seat belt(s) as necessary.
•
Do not 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.

Hauling the Machine

•
Use full-width ramps for loading the machine onto
a trailer or truck.
•
Tie the machine down securely.
Identifying the Tie-Down
Points
The tie-down points are in the following locations:
•
On each side of the frame under the front steps
•
The rear bumper
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