Raking A Sand Trap - Toro Sand Pro 2040Z Operator's Manual

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Driving the Machine Backward
1. Ensure that the attachment is in the desired position.
2. Move the control handles to the center, unlocked
position.
3. To go backward, look behind and slowly pull the
control handles backward
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Raking a Sand Trap

Read this entire section on raking before raking a sand trap.
There are many conditions that determine the adjustments
necessary. The texture and depth of the sand, moisture
content, weeds, and the amount of compaction are all factors
that can vary from course to course, or even from trap to trap
on the same course. Make the adjustments on the rake for
optimum results in your particular area.
Learning How to Rake
Practice raking in a large and level trap on the course. Practice
starting and stopping, turning, raising and lowering the rake,
entering and leaving the trap, etc. Practice at a moderate
engine speed and a slow ground speed. This training helps
the operator to gain confidence in the performance of the
machine.
The recommended pattern for raking a trap is shown in
Figure 27. This pattern avoids unnecessary overlap, keeps
compaction to a minimum, and leaves a neat, attractive
pattern on the sand. This is the most efficient raking method,
however, it is important to vary the raking pattern regularly to
reduce the chance of creating a washboard effect.
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