Clearing The Cutting Units; Operating Tips - Toro LT2240 Operator's Manual

downward to the tires. This action is known as weight
transfer.
Note:
Adjust the amount of weight transfer to suit
operating conditions.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, engage
the parking brake, lower the cutting units to the
ground, and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Figure 40
1. Weight transfer hand
wheel
2. At the left side of the machine below the
storage compartment, loosen the lock wheel
of the weight transfer manifold 1/2 turn
counterclockwise while holding the hand wheel
steady (Figure 40).
3. Rotate the weight transfer hand wheel
40) as follows:
•
counterclockwise to reduce weight transfer
•
clockwise to increase weight transfer
Note:
The recommended setting for the weight
transfer/traction assistance is to increase the
weight transfer until the cutting units start
to lift, then rotate the hand wheel 1/2 turn
counterclockwise.
4. Tighten the lock wheel
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2. Lock wheel
(Figure
(Figure 40).

Clearing the Cutting Units

WARNING
Never attempt to rotate the cutting units by
hand. Residual pressure in the hydraulic
system could cause the cutting unit(s)
to rotate suddenly when you release the
blockage, which may cause serious injury.
• Always wear protective gloves and use a
suitable strong wooden instrument.
• Ensure that the wooden instrument fits
between the blades and through the reel
and is long enough to provide leverage to
release the blockage.
1. Park the machine on a level surface.
2. Move the traction pedal to the
engage the parking brake, and shut off the
cutting units.
3. Lower the cutting units to the ground or securely
lock them in the transport positions.
4. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for
all moving parts to stop.
5. Release all stored energy devices.
6. Check that all moving parts are stationary.
7. Using a suitable strong wooden instrument,
remove the blockage. Ensure that the wooden
instrument is properly supported in the cutting
unit and avoid using excessive force to prevent
damage.
8. Remove the wooden instrument from the cutting
unit before starting the engine.
9. Repair or adjust the cutting unit if required.

Operating Tips

Becoming Familiar with the
Machine
Before mowing grass, practice operating the machine
in an open area. Start and shut off the engine.
Operate in forward and reverse. Lower and raise the
cutting unit, and engage and disengage them. When
you feel familiar with the machine, practice operating
it up and down slopes.
Understanding the Warning
System
If a warning light comes on during operation, stop the
machine immediately and correct the problem before
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