Operating Tips; After Operation; After Operation Safety; After Mowing - Toro Reelmaster 3100-D Operator's Manual

Operating Tips

Mowing Techniques
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To begin cutting, engage the cutting units, then
approach the mowing area slowly. Once the front
cutting units are over the mowing area, lower the
cutting units.
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To achieve the professional straight-line cut and
striping that is desirable for some applications, find
a tree or other object in the distance and drive
straight toward it.
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As soon as the front cutting units reach the edge of
the mowing area, lift the cutting units and perform
a tear drop shaped turn to quickly line you up for
your next pass.
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To mow around bunkers, ponds, or other contours
easily, use the Sidewinder and move the control
lever left or right, depending on your mowing
application. You can also shift the cutting units to
vary tire tracking.
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The cutting units tend to throw grass to the front
or the rear of the machine. Front throw grass
clippings when cutting smaller amounts of grass,
which produces better after-cut appearance. To
throw clippings to the front, simply close the rear
shield on the cutting units.
CAUTION
To prevent personal injury or damage to the
machine, do not open or close the cutting unit
shields while the engine is running.
Shut off the engine and wait for all moving
parts to stop before opening or closing the
cutting unit shields.
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When cutting larger amounts of grass, position
the shields to just below horizontal. Do not open
the shields too far or an excessive amount of
clippings could build up on the frame, rear
radiator screen, and engine area.
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The cutting units are also equipped with balance
weights on the non-motor end to give an even cut.
You can add or remove weights if a mismatch
occurs on your turf.

After Operation

After Operation Safety

General Safety
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Park the machine on a level surface.
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Disengage and lower the cutting units.
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Engage the parking brake.
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Shut off the engine and remove the key.
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Wait for all movement to stop.
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Allow the machine to cool before adjusting,
servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
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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.
•
Disengage the drive to the attachment whenever
you are hauling or not using the machine.
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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.

After Mowing

Wash the machine and grease it; refer to
the Machine (page 64)
and Bushings (page

Towing the Machine

In case of an emergency, you can tow the machine for
a short distance; however, Toro does not recommend
this as a standard procedure.
Important:
Do not tow the machine faster than
3 to 4 km/h (2 to 3 mph) because it may damage
the drive system. If you must move the machine
a considerable distance, transport it on a truck
or trailer.
1. Unlatch and open the hood.
2. Near the right hood latch, rotate the handle
bypass valve on the pump
the valve 90°.
38
Washing
and Greasing the Bearings
45).
(Figure 51) and rotate