Transport Operation; Inspection And Cleanup After Mowing; Towing The Machine - Toro 04384 Operator's Manual

Important: The machine should never be stopped
on a green with the cutting unit reels operating
as damage to the turf may result. Stopping on a
wet green with the machine may leave marks or
indentations from the wheels.
6. Finish cutting the green by mowing the outer periphery.
Be sure to change the direction of cutting from the
previous mowing. Always keep weather and turf
conditions in mind and be sure to change the direction
of mowing from the previous cutting. Replace the flag.
At the end of the periphery cut, momentarily pull back
on the raise/lower mow lever to shut the reels off
without raising them. Continue moving forward until
the reel stops rotating, then, drive off the green and
raise the reels (This will help prevent dribbling grass
onto the green while raising the reels).
7. Empty the grass baskets of all clippings before
transporting to the next green. Heavy wet clippings
place an undue strain on the baskets and will add
unnecessary weight to the machine, thereby increasing
the load on the engine, hydraulic system, brakes, etc.

Transport Operation

Make sure the cutting units are in the full up position. Move
the functional control lever to the transport position. Use
the brakes to slow the machine while going down steep
hills to avoid loss of control. Always approach rough areas
at a reduced speed and cross severe undulations carefully.
Familiarize yourself with the width of the machine. Do not
attempt to pass between objects that are close together so
that costly damage and down time can be prevented.
Inspection and Cleanup After
Mowing
At the completion of the mowing operation, thoroughly wash
the machine with a garden hose without a nozzle so excessive
water pressure will not cause contamination and damage to
seals and bearings. Never wash a warm engine or electrical
connections with water.
After cleaning, it is recommended the machine be inspected
for possible hydraulic fluid leaks and damage or wear to
hydraulic and mechanical components. The cutting units
should be checked for sharpness. Also, lubricate the traction
pedal and brake shaft assembly with SAE 30 oil or 31 spray
lubricant to deter corrosion and help keep the machine
performing satisfactorily during the next mowing operation.

Towing the Machine

In case of an emergency the machine can be towed for a short
distance 400 m (less than 1/4 mile). However, Toro does not
recommend this as standard procedure.
Important: Do not tow the machine faster than 3–5
km/h (2–3 MPH) because the drive system may be
damaged. If the machine must be moved a considerable
distance, transport it on a truck or trailer.
1. Locate the bypass valve on the pump and rotate it so
that the slot is vertical (Figure 32).
1. Bypass valve—slot shown in closed (horizontal) position
2. Before starting the engine, close the bypass valve by
rotating it so that the slot is horizontal (Figure 32).
Important: Do not start the engine when the
valve is open.
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Figure 32