Using The Operator Platform Latching Mechanism; Understanding The Operator Presence Controls - Toro LT-F3000 Operator's Manual

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.
– 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.
Using the Operator Platform
Latching Mechanism
Do not operate the mower without first checking that
the operator platform latching mechanism is fully
engaged and in good working order.
WARNING
Never operate the mower without first
checking that the operator platform latching
mechanism is fully engaged and in good
working order.
Releasing the Platform
1. Move the locking latch handle towards the front
of the mower until the latch hooks clear the
locking bar.
2. Raise the platform. The gas spring will provide
assistance.
Securing the Platform
1. Lower the platform carefully.
Note:
The gas spring will provide assistance.
2. Move the locking latch handle towards the front
of the mower as the platform nears the fully
lowered position.
Note:
This will ensure that the latch hooks clear
the locking bar.
3. Fully lower the platform and move the locking
handle towards the rear of the mower until the
latch hooks fully engage the locking bar.
Understanding the
Operator Presence
Controls
Note:
The engine stops if the operator leaves the
seat without engaging the parking brake.
Engine Start Lockout: The engine can only be
started when the forward/reverse travel pedal is in the
Neutral position, the cutting unit drive switch is in
the Off position and the parking brake is engaged.
When these circumstances are satisfied, switches are
activated permitting the engine to be started.
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