Starting The Engine; Shutting Off The Engine - Toro GreensPro 1260 Greens Roller Operator's Manual

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Look behind and down before backing up to be
sure of a clear path.
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Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure your
vision.
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Do not operate near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. The machine could suddenly roll
over if an edge gives way.
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Stop the machine and inspect the attachment
after striking an object or if there is an abnormal
vibration in the machine. Make all necessary
repairs before resuming operation.
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Slow down and use caution when making turns
and crossing roads and sidewalks with the
machine. Always yield the right-of-way.
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Never run an engine in an area where exhaust
gasses are enclosed.
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Never leave a running machine unattended.
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Before leaving the operating position, do the
following:
– Park the machine on level ground.
– Engage the parking brake.
– Shut off the engine.
– Wait for all moving parts to stop.
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Do not operate the machine when there is the risk
of lightning.
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Do not use the machine as a towing vehicle.
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Use accessories, attachments, and replacement
parts approved by The Toro® Company only.
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Keep hands and feet away from the rollers.
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Use care when connecting and disconnecting the
machine to and from the tow vehicle.
Slope Safety
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Establish your own procedures and rules for
operating on slopes. These procedures must
include surveying the site to determine which
slopes are safe for machine operation. Always
use common sense and good judgment when
performing this survey.
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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. The operator is responsible for
safe slope operation. Operating the machine on
any slope requires extra caution.
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Operate the machine at a lower speed when you
are on a slope.
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If you feel uneasy operating the machine on a
slope, do not do it.
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Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other
hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the
machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
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Choose a low ground speed so that you do not
need to stop or shift while on a slope.
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A rollover can occur before the tires lose traction.
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Avoid operating the machine on wet grass. Rollers
may lose traction, regardless of whether the
brakes are available and functioning.
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Avoid starting, stopping, or turning the machine
on a slope.
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Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual.
Do not suddenly change the speed or direction of
the machine.

Starting the Engine

Note:
Make sure that the spark-plug wire is
connected to the spark plug.
1. Ensure that the parking brake is engaged and
that the motion pedals are in the
position.
2. Turn the On/Off switch to the O
3. Turn the fuel-shutoff valve to the O
4. Move the choke lever to the O
starting a cold engine.
Note:
The choke may not be required when
starting a warm engine.
5. Move the throttle control to the F
6. Stand at the rear of the machine, pull the
recoil-start handle out until positive engagement
results; then pull it vigorously to start the engine.
Important:
Do not pull the recoil rope to
the limit or let go of the starter handle when
the rope is pulled out, because the rope
may break or the recoil assembly may be
damaged.
7. When the engine has started, push the choke
lever to the
OFF
8. Move the throttle lever to the F
best roller performance.

Shutting Off the Engine

1. After operating the machine, return the motion
pedals to the
parking brake.
2. Turn the engine speed to idle, and allow it to run
for 10 to 20 seconds.
3. Turn the On/Off switch to the
4. Turn the fuel-shutoff valve to the
position.
18
NEUTRAL
position.
N
PEN
position when
N
AST
position.
position, for
AST
position and engage the
NEUTRAL
position.
OFF
CLOSED
position.
position.