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Keep the ROPS in safe operating condition by thoroughly
inspecting it periodically for damage and keeping all the
mounting fasteners tight.
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Replace a damaged ROPS. Do not repair or revise it.
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Any alterations to a ROPS must be approved by The
Toro® Company.
Slope Safety
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Slow down the machine and use extra care on hillsides.
Travel in the recommended direction on hillsides. Turf
conditions can affect the stability of the machine.
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Avoid starting, stopping, or turning the machine on a
slope. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blade(s) and
proceed slowly straight down the slope.
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Do not turn the machine sharply. Use care when reversing
the machine.
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When operating the machine on a slope, always keep all
cutting units lowered.
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Avoid turning the machine on slopes. If you must turn,
turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
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Use extra care while operating the machine with
attachments; they can affect the stability of the machine.
Think Safety First
Please read all safety instructions and symbols in the safety
section. Knowing this information could help you or
bystanders avoid injury.
CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels in excess of
85 dBA at the operator's ear and can cause hearing
loss through extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
The use of protective equipment for eyes, ears, hands, feet,
and head is recommended.
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1. Wear eye protection.
Figure 16
2. Wear hearing protection.
Starting and Stopping the
Engine
Starting the Engine
1. Raise the roll bar up and lock it into place, sit on the
seat, and fasten the seat belt.
2. Make sure that the traction pedal is in the N
position.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Move the PTO (power take-off) switch to the O
position
1. InfoCenter
2. Power take-off switch
(PTO)
5. Turn the ignition key clockwise to the R
The InfoCenter glow-plug icon turns on in 6 seconds.
6. After the InfoCenter glow-plug icon goes out, turn the
key to the S
release the key.
Important: Use starting cycles of no more than
15 seconds per minute to avoid overheating the
starter motor.
Note: Additional starting cycles may be required
when starting the engine for the first time after the fuel
system has been completely drained.
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Important: When you start the engine for the first
time, or after an engine oil change or an overhaul
of the engine, the transmission, or a wheel motor,
operate the machine with the engine-speed switch
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in the Slow position in both the forward and reverse
directions for 1 to 2 minutes. Also operate the deck
lift switch and the PTO switch to ensure proper
operation of all the parts. Then shut the engine off
and check the fluid levels and check for oil leaks,
loose parts, and any other noticeable malfunctions.
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(Figure
17).
Figure 17
3. Engine-speed switch
4. Ignition switch
position. When the engine starts,
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position.
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