Transporting The Machine - Toro 04384 Operator's Manual

timing necessary to minimize the cleanup mowing
operation.
3. Overlap a minimal amount with the previous cut
on return passes. To assist in maintaining a straight
line across the green and keep the machine an equal
distance from the edge of the previous cut, establish
an imaginary sight line approximately 1.8 to 3 m (6 to
10 ft) ahead of the machine to the edge of the uncut
portion of the green
find it useful to include the outer edge of the steering
wheel as part of the sight line; i.e. keep the steering
wheel edge aligned with a point that is always kept the
same distance away from the front of the machine
(Figure 30 and Figure
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1. Alignment strip
2. Approximately 12.7 cm (5
inches)
4. As the front of the baskets cross the edge of the
green, depress the lift pedal. This will stop the reels
and lift the cutting units. Timing of this procedure is
important, so the mowers do not cut into the fringe
area. However, as much of the green as possible should
be cut to minimize the amount of grass left to mow
around the outer periphery
5. Cut down on operating time and ease lineup for the
next pass by momentarily turning the machine in the
opposite direction, then turning in the direction of
the uncut portion; i.e., if intending to turn right, first
swing slightly left, then right. This will assist in getting
the machine more quickly aligned for the next pass.
Follow the same procedure for turning in the opposite
direction. It is a good practice to try to make as short
of a turn as possible. However, turn in a wider arc
during warmer weather to minimize the possibility of
bruising the turf.
(Figure 30 and Figure 31). Some
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3. Cut grass on left
4. Keep focal spot 1.8–3
m (6–10 ft) ahead of the
machine.
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.

Transporting the Machine

Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine.
Ensure that the trailer or truck has all necessary brakes,
lighting, and marking as required by law. Please carefully read
all the safety instructions. Knowing this information could
help you, your family, pets, or bystanders avoid injury.
WARNING
Driving on the street or roadway without turn
signals, lights, reflective markings, or a slow
moving vehicle emblem is dangerous and can lead
to accidents causing personal injury.
Do not drive machine on a public street or roadway.
To transport the machine:
1. If using a trailer, connect it to the towing vehicle and
connect the safety chains.
2. If applicable, connect the trailer brakes.
3. Load the machine onto the trailer or truck.
4. Stop the engine, remove the key, set the brake, and
close the fuel valve.
5. Use the metal tie down loops on the machine to
securely fasten the machine to the trailer or truck with
straps, chains, cable, or ropes.
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