Breaking In The Machine; Starting The Engine - Toro Greensmaster TriFlex 3400 Operator's Manual

– Shut off the engine and remove the key.
– Wait for all movement to stop.
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Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate
the machine when there is the risk of lightning.
Rollover Protection System
(ROPS) Safety
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Do not remove any of the ROPS components from
the machine.
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Ensure that the seat belt is attached and that you
can release it quickly in an emergency.
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Always wear your seat belt.
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Check carefully for overhead obstructions and do
not contact them.
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Keep the ROPS in safe operating condition by
thoroughly inspecting it periodically for damage
and keeping all the mounting fasteners tight.
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Replace all damaged ROPS components. Do not
repair or alter them.
Slope Safety
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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. You are responsible for safe slope
operation. Operating the machine on any slope
requires extra caution.
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Evaluate the site conditions to determine if the
slope is safe for machine operation, including
surveying the site. Always use common sense
and good judgment when performing this survey.
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Review the slope instructions, listed below, for
operating the machine on slopes. Before you
operate the machine, review the site conditions to
determine whether you can operate the machine
in the conditions on that day and at that site.
Changes in the terrain can result in a change in
slope operation for the machine.
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Avoid starting, stopping, or turning the machine on
slopes. Avoid making sudden changes in speed or
direction. Make turns slowly and gradually.
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Do not operate a machine under any conditions
where traction, steering, or stability is in question.
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Remove or mark obstructions such as ditches,
holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden hazards.
Tall grass can hide obstructions. Uneven terrain
could overturn the machine.
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Be aware that operating the machine on wet
grass, across slopes, or downhill may cause the
machine to lose traction. Loss of traction to the
drive wheels may result in sliding and a loss of
braking and steering.
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Use extreme caution when operating the machine
near drop-offs, ditches, 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.
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Identify hazards at the base of the slope.
If there are hazards, mow the slope with a
pedestrian-controlled machine.
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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.
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Use extreme caution with grass-collection systems
or other attachments. These can change the
stability of the machine and cause a loss of control.

Breaking in the Machine

Refer to the engine Owner's Manual supplied with the
machine for oil change and maintenance procedures
recommended during the break-in period.
Only 8 hours of operation is required for the break-in
period.
Since the first hours of operation are critical to future
dependability of the machine, monitor its functions and
performance closely so that minor difficulties, which
could lead to major problems, are noted and can be
corrected. Inspect the machine frequently during
break-in for signs of oil leakage, loose fasteners, or
any other malfunction.

Starting the Engine

Important:
Do not use ether or other types of
starting fluid.
Note:
You may need to bleed the fuel system before
starting the engine if any of the following situations
have occurred:
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Initial start up of a new engine
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The engine has ceased running due to lack of fuel.
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Maintenance has been performed upon fuel
system components; ie. filter replaced, etc.
Refer to your engine owner's manual.
1. Sit on the seat, lock the parking brake,
disengage the raise/lower mow control and
move the functional-control lever to the N
position.
2. Remove your foot from the traction pedal and
make sure the pedal is in the N
3. Move the throttle lever to the S
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