Toro 04358 Greensmaster 3150 Operator's Manual page 26

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 keep the machine an equal
distance from the edge of the previous cut, establish
an imaginary sight line approximately 1.8 to 3 m (6 to
10 ft) ahead of the machine to the edge of the uncut
portion of the green (Figure 29 and Figure 30). 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
(Figure 29 and Figure 30).
4. As the front of the baskets cross the edge of the green,
move the raise/lower mow lever rearward. 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.
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
of a turn as possible. However, turn in a wider arc
during warmer weather to minimize the possibility of
bruising the turf.
Figure 30
1. Alignment strip
2. Approximately 12.7 cm (5
inches)
3. Cut grass on left
4. Keep focal spot 1.8-3
m (6-10 ft) ahead of the
machine.
Note: Due to the nature of the power steering system,
the steering wheel will not return to its original position
after a turn has been completed.
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. If the leak detector alarm sounds while cutting on a
green, immediately raise the cutting units, drive directly
off of the green and stop the machine in an area away
from the green. Determine the cause of the alarm and
correct the problem.
7. 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.
8. 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.
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