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Select 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 have to slow down the forward speed
and/or raise the height of cut to the next higher setting.
Important: If you are cutting more that 1/3 of the
grass blade off or mowing in sparse long grass or dry
conditions, the use flat sail blades to reduce airborne
chaff, debris, and deck-drive component strain.
Cutting Long Grass
If the grass ever grows slightly longer than normal, or if it
contains a high degree of moisture, raise the cutting height
higher than usual and cut the grass at this setting. Then cut
the grass again using the lower, normal setting.
Keeping the Mower Clean
Clean clippings and dirt from the underside of the mower
after each use. If grass and dirt build up inside the mower,
cutting quality eventually becomes unsatisfactory.
To reduce the risk of fire hazard, keep the engine, muffler,
battery compartment, parking brake, cutting units, and fuel
storage compartment free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
Clean up any spilled oil or fuel.
Maintaining the Blade
Maintain a sharp blade throughout the cutting season, because
a sharp blade cuts cleanly without tearing or shredding the
grass blades. Tearing and shredding turns grass brown at
the edges, which slows growth and increases the chance of
disease. Check the blades daily for sharpness and for any
wear or damage. Sharpen the blades as necessary. If a blade
is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine
Toro replacement blade.
After Operation
After Operation Safety
General Safety
•
Clean grass and debris from the cutting units, drives,
mufflers, and engine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil
or fuel spills.
•
Shut off the fuel while storing or transporting the
machine.
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Disengage the drive to the attachment whenever you are
transporting or not using the machine.
•
Use full-width ramps for loading the machine into a
trailer or truck. Do not exceed a 15° angle between the
ramp and the trailer or truck.
•
Tie the machine down securely using straps, chains, cable,
or ropes. Both front and rear straps should be directed
down and outward from the machine.
•
Allow the engine to cool before storing the machine in
any enclosure.
•
Never store the machine or fuel container where there is
an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such as on a water
heater or on other appliances.
Towing Safety
•
Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for
towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the
hitch point.
•
Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight
limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. On
slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss
of traction and loss of control.
•
Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.
•
Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop when
towing.
Pushing the Machine by Hand
Important: Never tow the machine because hydraulic
damage may occur.
Pushing the Machine
1. Disengage the power takeoff (PTO) and turn
the ignition key to off. Move the levers to the
N
-
EUTRAL
LOCK
Remove the key.
2. Lift the seat.
3. Rotate each bypass valve counterclockwise 1 turn
(Figure
28).
Note: This allows hydraulic fluid to bypass the pump
enabling the wheels to turn.
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position and apply the parking brake.
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