Operating Tips - Toro Groundsmaster 4110 Operator's Manual

Figure 54
1. Transport latch (wing mower decks)

Operating Tips

Mowing When the Grass Is Dry
Mow either in the late morning to avoid the dew, which
causes grass clumping, or late afternoon to avoid
the damage that direct sunlight can cause on the
sensitive, freshly mowed grass.
Selecting the Proper Height-of-Cut
Setting
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 need to
raise your height-of-cut setting.
Mowing at Correct Intervals
Grass grows at different rates at different times of
the year. To maintain the same cutting height, mow
more often in early spring. As the grass growth rate
slows in mid summer, mow less frequently. If you
cannot mow for an extended period, first mow at a
high cutting height, then mow again 2 days later at a
lower height setting.
Transporting
Use the transport latches when transporting over long
distances, rough terrain, or when trailering.
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After Operating
To ensure optimum performance, clean the underside
of the mower housing after each use. If residue
builds up in the mower housing, cutting performance
decreases.
Also, remove any debris which may have collected
between the deck-lift cylinders and the foam-deck
pads (Figure 55).
1. Deck-lift cylinder
Mower Deck 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) results 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) results in more power
required, smaller clippings and a better quality of cut.
Maximizing Air Conditioner
Performance
•
To limit solar heating, park the machine in a
shaded area or leave the doors open in direct sun.
•
Check to ensure that the
air-conditioning-condenser fins are clean.
•
Operate the air-conditioner blower at the mid
speed setting.
•
Verify continuous seal between the roof and the
headliner; correct as required.
•
Measure the air temperature at the front center
vent in the headliner.
Note:
Typically the air temperature stabilize at
less than or equal to 10 degrees C (50 degrees F).
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Refer to the Service Manual for additional
information.
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Figure 55
2. Foam deck pad
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