Toro 30839N Operator's Manual page 25

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 one inch or no more than 1/3 of
the grass blade when cutting. In exceptionally lush and
dense grass you may have to raise your height–of–cut setting
another notch.
Always Start Mowing with Sharp Blades
A sharp blade cuts cleanly and without tearing or shredding
the grass blades like a dull blade. Tearing and shredding
causes the grass to turn brown at the edges which impairs
growth and increases susceptibility to diseases. Make sure
blade is in good condition and a full sail is present.
Check Condition of cutting unit
Make sure cutting chambers are in good condition. Straighten
any bends in chamber components to assure correct blade
tip/chamber clearance.
After Mowing
At the completion of mowing operation, thoroughly wash the
machine with a garden hose without a nozzle so that excessive
water pressure will not cause contamination and damage to
the seals and bearings. Make sure that the radiator and oil
cooler are kept free of dirt or grass clippings. After cleaning,
it is recommended that the machine be inspected for possible
hydraulic fluid leaks, damage or wear to the hydraulic and
mechanical components, and the cutting unit blades checked
for sharpness.
Important: After washing the machine, move the
Sidewinder mechanism from left to right several times to
remove water between the bearing blocks and cross tube.
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