Aiming The Headlights; Activating The Quiet Mode; During Operation; During Operation Safety - Toro Groundsmaster 4000 Operator's Manual

1. Side-view mirrors
2. Rearview mirror

Aiming the Headlights

Optional Accessory
1. Loosen the mounting nuts and position each
headlight so that it points straight ahead.
Note:
Tighten the mounting nut just enough to
hold the headlight in position.
2. Place a flat piece of sheet metal over the face of
the headlight.
3. Mount a magnetic protractor onto the plate.
4. While holding the assembly in place, carefully tilt
the headlight downward 3°, then tighten the nut.
5. Repeat the procedure on the other headlight.

Activating the Quiet Mode

When the machine is in Quiet Mode, the sound
pressure level at the operator's position is less than
80dBA with a K-factor of 1.0 dBA, when evaluated per
EN ISO 5395:2013-1 Annex F.
Contact your authorized Toro distributor to set the
machine software to activate Quiet Mode.

During Operation

During Operation Safety

General Safety
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The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible
for accidents that may cause personal injury or
property damage.
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Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant
footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair and do not wear loose jewelry.
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Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Never carry passengers on the machine and keep
bystanders and pets away from the machine
during operation.
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Operate the machine only in good visibility to avoid
holes or hidden hazards.
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Before you start the engine, ensure that all drives
are in neutral, the parking brake is engaged, and
you are in the operating position.
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Keep your hands and feet away from rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
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Look behind and down before backing up to be
sure of a clear path.
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Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure your
vision.
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Stop the blades whenever you are not mowing.
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Stop the machine, remove the key, and wait for
all moving parts to stop before inspecting the
attachment after striking an object or if there is
an abnormal vibration in the machine. Make all
necessary repairs before resuming operation.
•
Slow down and use caution when making turns
and crossing roads and sidewalks with the
machine. Always yield the right-of-way.
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Disengage the drive to the cutting unit, shut
off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before adjusting the height of
cut (unless you can adjust it from the operating
position).
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Never run an engine in an area where exhaust
gasses are enclosed.
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Never leave a running machine unattended.
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Before leaving the operating position (including
to empty the catchers or to unclog the chute), do
the following:
– Park the machine on level ground.
– Disengage the power takeoff and lower the
attachments.
– Engage the parking brake.
– Shut off the engine and remove the key.
– Wait for all moving parts to stop.
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Do not operate the machine when there is the risk
of lightning.
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Do not use the machine as a towing vehicle.
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Use accessories, attachments, and replacement
parts approved by The Toro® Company only.
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