Before Operation; Before Operation Safety; Preparing To Use The Machine; Fuel Specification - Toro GreensPro 1260 Operator's Manual

Operation

Before Operation

Before Operation Safety

General Safety
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Shut off the machine 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.
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Never allow children or untrained people to
operate or service the machine. Local regulations
may restrict the age of the operator. The owner
is responsible for training all operators and
mechanics.
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Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
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Know how to stop the machine and engine quickly.
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Check that operator-presence controls, safety
switches, and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate the machine unless they
are functioning properly.
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Before operating, always inspect the machine
to ensure that the components and fasteners
are in good working condition. Replace worn or
damaged components and fasteners.
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Inspect the area where you will use the machine
and remove all objects that the machine could
throw.
Fuel Safety
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Use extreme care in handling fuel. It is flammable
and its vapors are explosive.
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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other
sources of ignition.
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Use only an approved fuel container.
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Do not remove the fuel cap or fill the fuel tank
while the engine is running or hot.
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Do not add or drain the fuel in an enclosed space.
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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 other appliance.
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If you spill fuel, do not attempt to start the engine;
avoid creating any source of ignition until the fuel
vapors have dissipated.
Preparing to Use the
Machine
1. Clear any debris on top of and underneath the
machine.
2. Engaged the parking brake.
3. Complete the following daily maintenance
procedures:
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Lubricating the Drive-Roller Bearing (page
23)
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Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 24)
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Checking the Air-Filter Elements (page 26)
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Checking the Safety-Interlock System (page
29)
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Checking the Parking Brake (page 29)
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Checking the Hydraulic Hoses and Fittings
(page 30)
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Checking the Hydraulic-Fluid Level (page
31)
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Checking the Tire Air Pressure (page 34)
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Checking the Machine for Loose Hardware
(page 34)
4. Ensure that all guards and covers are in place
and securely attached.
5. Lift the transport wheels clear of the ground and
ensure that they lock in place.

Fuel Specification

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Use unleaded (87 pump octane minimum)
gasoline.
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For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than
30 days old), unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method).
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Ethanol: Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol
(gasohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl
ether) by volume is acceptable. Ethanol and MTBE
are not the same. Gasoline with 15% ethanol
(E15) by volume is not approved for use. Never
use gasoline that contains more than 10% ethanol
by volume, such as E15 (contains 15% ethanol),
E20 (contains 20% ethanol), or E85 (contains 85%
ethanol). Using unapproved gasoline may cause
performance problems and/or engine damage,
which may not be covered under warranty.
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Do not use methanol or gasoline containing
methanol.
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Do not store fuel either in the fuel tank or fuel
containers over the winter unless a fuel stabilizer
is used
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Do not add oil to gasoline.
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