Mowing Procedures; Transport Operation; Inspection And Clean-Up After Mowing - Toro 04383 Greensmaster 3250-D Operator's Manual

Mowing Procedures

1. Approach the green with the functional control lever in
the Mow position and the throttle at full speed. Start on
one edge of the green so the ribbon procedure of cutting
may be used. This holds compaction to a minimum and
leaves a neat, attractive pattern on the greens.
2. Actuate the raise/lower mow lever as the front edge of
the grass baskets cross the outer edge of the green. This
procedure drops the cutting units to the turf and starts
the reels.
Important
Familiarize yourself with the fact that the
No. 1 cutting unit reel is delayed when lowering and
raising, therefore, you should practice to try to gain the
required timing necessary to minimize the cleanup mowing
operation.
3. Overlap a minimal amount with the previous cut on
return passes. To assist in maintaining a straight line
across the green and to keep the machine an equal
distance from the edge of the previous cut, establish an
imaginary sight line approximately 6 to 10 ft. (1.8 to
3 m) ahead of the machine to the edge of the uncut
portion of the green (Fig. 40). Some find it useful to
include the outer edge of the steering wheel as part of
the sight line; i.e. keep the steering wheel edge aligned
with a point that is always kept the same distance away
from the front of the machine.
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Figure 40
1. Alignment strip
2. Approximately 5 inches
3. Cut grass on right
4. As the front of the baskets cross the edge of the green,
pull back on the raise/lower mow lever. This will stop
the reels and lift the cutting units. Timing of this
procedure is important, so the mowers do not cut into
the fringe area. However, as much of the green as
possible should be cut to minimize the amount of grass
left to mow around the outer periphery.
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4. Keep focal spot 6–10 ft.
(1.8–3 m) ahead of
machine
5. Cut down on operating time and ease lineup for the next
pass by momentarily turning the machine in the
opposite direction, then turning in the direction of the
uncut portion; i.e., if intending to turn right, first swing
slightly left, then right. This will assist in getting the
machine more quickly aligned for the next pass. Follow
the same procedure for turning in the opposite direction.
It is a good practice to try to make as short a turn as
possible. However, turn in a wider arc during warmer
weather to minimize the possibility of bruising the turf.
Important The machine should never be stopped on a
green with the cutting unit reels operating as damage to the
turf may result. Stopping on a wet green with the machine
may leave marks or indentations from the wheels.
6. Finish cutting the green by mowing the outer periphery.
Be sure to change the direction of cutting from the
previous mowing. Always keep weather and turf
conditions in mind and be sure to change the direction
of mowing from the previous cutting. Replace the flag.
Note: At the end of the periphery cut, momentarily pull
back on the raise/lower mow lever to shut the reels off
without raising them. Continue moving forward until the
reel stops rotating, then, drive off the green and raise the
reels (This will help prevent dribbling grass onto the green
while raising the reels).
7. Empty the grass baskets of all clippings before
transporting to the next green. Heavy wet clippings
place an undue strain on the baskets and will add
unnecessary weight to the machine, thereby increasing
the load on the engine, hydraulic system, brakes, etc.

Transport Operation

Make sure the cutting units are in the full up position.
Move the functional control lever to the transport position.
Use the brakes to slow the machine while going down steep
hills to avoid loss of control. Always approach rough areas
at a reduced speed and cross severe undulations carefully.
Familiarize yourself with the width of the machine. Do not
attempt to pass between objects that are close together so
that costly damage and down time can be prevented.
Inspection and Clean-Up After
Mowing
At the completion of the mowing operation, thoroughly
wash the machine with a garden hose without a nozzle so
excessive water pressure will not cause contamination and
damage to seals and bearings. Never wash a warm engine
or electrical connections with water.
After cleaning, it is recommended the machine be inspected
for possible hydraulic fluid leaks and damage or wear to
hydraulic and mechanical components. The cutting units
should be checked for sharpness. Also, lubricate the mow
and lift pedal and brake shaft assembly with SAE 30 oil or
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