Stopping The Machine; Pushing The Machine By Hand; Transporting Machines - Toro 38494 Operator's Manual

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Stopping the Machine

To stop the machine, move the motion control levers to
neutral, move the right side motion control lever into
the neutral lock position, disengage the power take off
(PTO), and turn the ignition key to off.
Set the parking brake when you leave the machine; refer
to Setting the Parking Brake in , page . Remember to
remove the key from the ignition switch.
Children or bystanders may be injured if they
move or attempt to operate the tractor while it
is unattended.
Always remove the ignition key and set the
parking brake when leaving the machine
unattended, even if just for a few minutes.

Pushing the Machine by Hand

The by-pass valves allow the machine to be pushed by
hand without the engine running.
Important: Always push the machine by hand.
Never tow the machine because hydraulic damage
may occur.
To Push the Machine
1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control
levers to the neutral locked position and set the
parking brake.
2. Open the by-pass valve on both pumps by turning
them counter clockwise 1 to 2 turns. This allows
hydraulic fluid to by-pass the pumps and the wheels
to turn (Figure 10).
Note: Rotate the by-pass valves a maximum of 2
turns so the valve does not come out of the body
causing fluid to run out.
1. Pump by-pass valve
3. Release the parking brake.
4. Push the machine to the desired location.
5. Set the parking brake.
6. Close the by-pass valves, but do not overtighten
them.
Important: Do not start or operate the
machine with the by-pass valves open. Damage
to system may occur.

Transporting Machines

Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the
machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all
necessary brakes, lighting, and marking as required by
law. Please carefully read all the safety instructions.
Knowing this information could help you, your family,
pets or bystanders avoid injury.
To transport the machine:
1. If using a trailer, connect it to the towing vehicle
and connect the safety chains.
2. If applicable, connect the trailer brakes.
3. Load the machine onto the trailer or truck.
4. Stop the engine, remove the key, set the brake, and
close the fuel valve.
5. Use the metal tie down loops on the machine to
securely fasten the machine to the trailer or truck
with straps, chains, cable, or ropes (Figure 11).
6. Fasten the front of the machine to the trailer or
truck with straps, chains, cable, or ropes.
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