Breaking In The Machine; Starting The Engine - Toro Greensmaster 3420 TriFlex Operator's Manual

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Evaluate the site conditions to determine if the
slope is safe for machine operation, including
surveying the site. Always use common sense
and good judgment when performing this survey.
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Review the slope instructions, listed below, for
operating the machine on slopes. Before you
operate the machine, review the site conditions to
determine whether you can operate the machine
in the conditions on that day and at that site.
Changes in the terrain can result in a change in
slope operation for the machine.
– Avoid starting, stopping, or turning the machine
on slopes. Avoid making sudden changes in
speed or direction. Make turns slowly and
gradually.
– Do not operate a machine under any conditions
where traction, steering, or stability is in
question.
– Remove or mark obstructions such as ditches,
holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
hazards. Tall grass can hide obstructions.
Uneven terrain could overturn the machine.
– Be aware that operating the machine on wet
grass, across slopes, or downhill may cause
the machine to lose traction. Loss of traction
to the drive wheels may result in sliding and a
loss of braking and steering.
– Use extreme caution when operating
the machine near drop-offs, ditches,
embankments, water hazards, or other
hazards. The machine could suddenly roll over
if a wheel goes over the edge or the edge
caves in. Establish a safety area between the
machine and any hazard.
– Identify hazards at the base of the slope.
If there are hazards, mow the slope with a
pedestrian-controlled machine.
– If possible, keep the cutting units lowered to
the ground while operating on slopes. Raising
the cutting units while operating on slopes can
cause the machine to become unstable.
– Use extreme caution with grass-collection
systems or other attachments. These can
change the stability of the machine and cause
a loss of control.

Breaking in the Machine

Refer to the engine Owner's Manual supplied with the
machine for oil change and maintenance procedures
recommended during the break-in period.
Only 8 hours of operation is required for the break-in
period.
Since the first hours of operation are critical to future
dependability of the machine, monitor its functions and
performance closely so that minor difficulties, which
could lead to major problems, are noted and can be
corrected. Inspect the machine frequently during
break-in for signs of oil leakage, loose fasteners, or
any other malfunction.

Starting the Engine

Important:
Do not use ether or other types of
starting fluid.
Note:
You may need to bleed the fuel system before
starting the engine if any of the following situations
have occurred:
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Initial start up of a new engine
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The engine has ceased running due to lack of fuel.
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Maintenance has been performed upon fuel
system components; ie. filter replaced, etc.
Refer to your engine owner's manual.
1. Sit on the seat, lock the parking brake,
disengage the raise/lower mow control and
move the functional-control lever to the N
position.
2. Remove your foot from the traction pedal and
make sure the pedal is in the N
3. Move the throttle lever to the S
4. Insert the key into the switch and rotate it to the
O position. Hold it in the O
N
glow-plug-indicator light goes off (approximately
6 seconds).
5. Turn the ignition key to the S
Important:
To prevent overheating of the
starter motor, do not engage the starter
longer than 10 seconds. After 10 seconds of
continuous cranking, wait 60 seconds before
engaging the starter motor again.
6. Release the key when the engine starts and
allow it to move to the O
7. Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes
before operating.
Important:
When starting the engine for the
first time or after an overhaul of the engine,
operate the machine in forward and reverse
for 1 to 2 minutes. Turn the steering wheel
to the left and right to check the steering
response. Then shut the engine off and wait
for all moving parts to stop; refer to
Off the Engine (page
leaks, loose parts and any other noticeable
malfunctions.
27
EUTRAL
position.
EUTRAL
position.
LOW
position until the
N
position.
TART
position.
N
Shutting
28). Check for oil