Starting The Engine; Driving The Machine - Toro TX 525 Operator's Manual

Slope Safety
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Operate the machine up and down slopes with
the heavy end of the machine uphill. Weight
distribution changes with attachments. An empty
bucket makes the rear of the machine the heavy
end, and a full bucket makes the front of the
machine the heavy end. Most other attachments
make the front of machine the heavy end.
•
Raising the loader arms on a slope affects the
stability of the machine. Keep the loader arms in
the lowered position when on slopes.
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Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control
and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe
injury or death. Operating the machine on any
slope or uneven terrain requires extra caution.
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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.
•
Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Ground
conditions can affect the stability of the machine.
•
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If the
machine loses traction, proceed slowly, straight
down the slope.
•
Avoid turning on slopes. If you must turn, turn
slowly and keep the heavy end of the machine
uphill.
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Keep all movements on slopes slow and gradual.
Do not make sudden changes in speed or
direction.
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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, or bumps, as uneven terrain
could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide
obstacles.
•
Use caution when operating on wet surfaces.
Reduced traction could cause sliding.
•
Evaluate the area to ensure that the ground is
stable enough to support the machine.
•
Use caution when operating the machine near the
following:
– Drop-offs
– Ditches
– Embankments
– Bodies of water
The machine could suddenly roll over if a track
goes over the edge or the edge caves in. Maintain
a safe distance between the machine and any
hazard.
•
Do not remove or add attachments on a slope.
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Do not park the machine on a hillside or slope.

Starting the Engine

1. Ensure that the auxiliary hydraulics lever is in
the N position.
EUTRAL
2. Move the throttle lever midway between S
and F positions.
AST
3. Insert the key into the key switch and turn it to
the R position.
UN
4. Press the glow-plug switch and hold it for 10
seconds.
5. Turn the key to the S
engines starts, release the key.
Important:
Do not engage the starter for
more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine
fails to start, wait 30 seconds for the starter
to cool down between attempts. Failure to
follow these instructions could burn out the
starter motor.
6. Move the throttle lever to the F
Important:
Running the engine at high
speeds when the hydraulic system is cold
(i.e., when the air temperature is at or
below freezing) could damage the hydraulic
system. When starting the engine in cold
conditions, allow it to run in the middle
throttle position for 2 to 5 minutes before
moving the throttle to the F
Note:
If outdoor temperature is below freezing,
store the traction unit in a garage to keep it
warmer and to aid in starting.

Driving the Machine

Use the traction control to move the machine. The
farther you move the traction control in any direction,
the faster the machine moves in that direction.
Release the traction control to stop the machine.
The throttle control regulates the engine speed as
measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the
throttle lever in the F
You can, however, use the throttle position to operate
at slower speeds.
16
position. When the
TART
position.
AST
position.
AST
position for best performance.
AST
LOW