Operating Tips - Toro Groundsmaster 4010 Operator's Manual

maintain traction. For example, in some slope
conditions, the uphill wheel slips and loses traction.
If this situation occurs, depress the uphill turn pedal
gradually and intermittently until the uphill wheel stops
slipping, thus, increasing traction on the downhill
wheel.
Traction Assist is now automatic and required no
operator input. When a wheel starts to slip, flow is
automatically split between the front and rear wheels
to minimize wheel slip and loss of traction.
Use extra care when operating the machine on slopes.
Make sure that the seat latch is properly secured and
the seat belt is buckled. Drive slowly and avoid sharp
turns on slopes to prevent roll overs. For steering
control, the cutting unit must be lowered when going
downhill.
Before stopping the engine, disengage all controls
and change the throttle to S
to S reduces high engine speed, noise, and
LOW
vibration. Turn the key to O
Before transporting the machine, raise the cutting
units and secure the transport latches
Figure 56
1. Transport latch (side cutting units)
. Changing the throttle
LOW
to shut off the engine.
FF
(Figure 56).

Operating Tips

Mow When Grass Is Dry
Mow either in the late morning to avoid the dew, which
causes grass clumping, or in late afternoon to avoid
the damage that can be caused by direct sunlight on
the sensitive, freshly mowed grass.
Select the Proper Height-of-Cut
Setting to Suit Conditions
Remove approximately 25 mm (1 inch) or no
more than 1/3 of the grass blade when cutting. In
exceptionally lush and dense grass, you may have to
raise the height-of-cut to the next setting.
Mow at Proper Intervals
Under most normal conditions you will need to mow
approximately every 4-5 days. But remember, grass
grows at different rates at different times. This means
that in order to maintain the same height-of-cut,
which is a good practice, you will need to cut more
frequently in early spring; as the grass growth rate
slows in mid summer, cut only every 8-10 days. If
you are unable to mow for an extended period due to
weather conditions or other reasons, mow first with
the height-of-cut at a high level; then mow again 2-3
days later with a lower height setting.
Transporting
Use the transport latches when transporting over long
distances, rough terrain, or when trailering.
After Operating
To ensure optimum performance, clean the underside
of the mower housing after each use. If residue is
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allowed to build up in the mower housing, cutting
performance will decrease.
Cutting Unit Pitch
A blade pitch of 8 to 11 mm (5/16 to 7/16 inch) is
recommended. A pitch larger than 8 to 11 mm (5/16
to 7/16 inch) will result in less power required, larger
clippings, and a poorer quality of cut. A pitch less than
8 to 11 mm (5/16 to 7/16 inch) will result in more power
required, smaller clippings and a better quality of cut.
Maximizing Air Conditioner
Performance
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To limit solar heating, park the machine in a
shaded area or leave the doors open in direct sun.
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