Checking The Blade Stopping Time; During Operation; During Operation Safety - Toro Groundsmaster 5900 Operator's Manual

Checking the PTO Safety-Interlock
Function
1. Start the engine.
2. With the engine running, rise from the seat and
engage the PTO.
Note:
The PTO should not engage. If it does
engage, there is a malfunction in the interlock
system that you should correct before resuming
operation.
3. Sit on the seat and disengage the PTO.
4. With the engine running, engage the PTO and
rise from the seat.
Note:
The PTO drive should disengage after a
1-second delay. If it does not shut off, there is
a malfunction in the interlock system that you
should correct before resuming operation.
5. Sit on the seat, disengage the PTO, and start
the engine.
6. With the engine running, engage the PTO and
raise each mower deck individually.
Note:
The blades of the raised mower deck
should stop. If the blades do not stop, there is
a malfunction in the interlock system that you
should correct before resuming operation.
Checking the Blade
Stopping Time
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
The blades of the mower deck should come to a
complete stop in approximately 5 seconds after you
shut down the mower-deck-engagement switch.
Note:
Ensure that the decks are lowered onto a
clean section of turf or hard surface to avoid thrown
dust and debris. To verify the stopping time, have
someone stand back from the deck at least 6 m (20
ft) and watch the blades on 1 of the mower decks.
Shut the mower decks down and record the time that
it takes for the blades to come to a complete stop. If
the time is greater than 7 seconds, adjust the braking
valve; contact your Toro Distributor for assistance in
making this adjustment.

During Operation

During Operation Safety

General Safety
•
The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents that may cause injuries to himself/herself
and others and for damage to property.
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; slip-resistant, substantial footwear; and
hearing protection. Wearing safety shoes and long
pants is advisable and required by some local
ordinances and insurance regulations. Tie back
long hair, secure loose clothing, and do not wear
jewelry.
•
Ensure that all drives are in the N
the parking brake is engaged, and you are in the
operating position before you start the engine.
•
Keep all body parts, including hands and feet,
away from all moving parts.
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
Keep the direction of the mower discharge away
from people and pets.
•
Do not mow in reverse unless it is absolutely
necessary. If you must mow in reverse, look
behind and down for small children before and
while moving the machine in reverse. Stay alert
and stop the machine if a child enters the area.
•
Use extreme care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
block your view.
•
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. The machine could suddenly roll
over if a wheel goes over the edge or if the edge
caves in.
•
Never carry passengers on the machine.
•
Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate
the machine when there is the risk of lighting.
•
Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause the machine to slide.
•
Never raise the mower deck with the blades
running.
•
Stop the machine and inspect the blades after
striking an object or if there is an abnormal
vibration in the machine. Make all necessary
repairs before resuming operation.
•
Stop the blades whenever you are not mowing,
especially while crossing loose terrain such as
gravel.
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