Operating Tips; After Operation; After Operation Safety; Moving A Non-Functioning Machine - Toro STX-26 Operator's Manual

10. Clean debris from the hydraulic lift, drives,
mufflers, and engine after each use; refer to
Removing Debris from the Machine (page

Operating Tips

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Clean the area of trash, branches, and rocks
before operating to prevent equipment damage.
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Always use full throttle (maximum engine speed)
when grinding.
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Cut the edges of the stump for more efficient
grinding. Once your cutting swath is close to 1/4
of the wheel diameter, lower the grinder and begin
cutting on the edge again.
•
Listen to the engine and watch the grinder wheel
speed to maintain the speed of the wheel. Slow
down the head sweep by feathering the joystick as
cutting becomes difficult.
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As you grind from left to right, most of the debris
goes to the left of the grinder wheel. When you
grind from the right to left, the debris goes to the
right.
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You may also grind a stump from the side to lessen
turf damage.

After Operation

After Operation Safety

General Safety
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Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the grinder hydraulics, lower the grinder, engage
the parking brake, shut off the engine, and remove
the key. Wait for all movement to stop and allow
the machine to cool before adjusting, servicing,
cleaning, or storing it.
Figure 19
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Clean debris from the drives, mufflers, and engine
to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills.
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Keep all parts in good working condition and all
hardware tightened.
•
Use care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck.
Moving a Non-Functioning
Machine
Important:
without first opening the tow valves, or you will
damage the hydraulic system.
1. Engage the parking brake and lower the grinder.
2. Shut off the engine and remove the key.
3. Remove the bottom shield.
4. Using a wrench, turn the tow valves on the
hydraulic pumps twice counter-clockwise
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1. Tow valves
5. Install the bottom shield and tow the machine
as required.
6. After repairing the machine, close the tow valves
before operating it.
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Do not tow or pull the machine
Figure 20
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