Operating Tips; After Operation; After Operation Safety - Toro LT-F3000 Operator's Manual

Operating Tips

Becoming Familiar with the
Machine
Before mowing grass, practice operating the machine
in an open area. Start and shut off the engine.
Operate in forward and reverse. Lower and raise
the cutting units and engage and disengage the
cutting units. When you feel familiar with the machine,
practice operating up and down slopes at different
speeds.
Understanding the Warning
System
If a warning light comes on during operation, stop the
machine immediately and correct the problem before
continuing operation. Serious damage could occur if
you operate the machine with a malfunction.
Mowing Grass
The rotational speed of the flail rotors should always
be kept as high as possible in order to maintain the
highest quality of cut. This in turn requires that the
engine speed be kept as high as possible.
Cutting performance is best when cutting against the
lie of the grass. In order to take advantage of this fact,
the operator should attempt to alternate the direction
of mowing between cuts.
Take care not to leave uncut strips of grass at the
overlap points between adjacent cutting units by
avoiding tight turns.
Maximizing the Quality of Cut
The quality of cut deteriorates if the forward speed
is excessive. Always balance the quality of cut with
the work rate required and set the forward speed
accordingly.
Maximizing Engine Efficiency
Do not let the engine labor. If you notice that the
engine starts to labor, reduce the forward speed or
increase the height of cut. Check to make sure that
the flail blades are sharp.
Driving the Machine in Transport
Mode
Always disengage the cutting unit drive when
travelling across un-grassed areas. Be careful when
driving between objects so that you do not accidentally
damage the machine or the cutting units.
WARNING
Take care when travelling over obstacles
such as roadside curbs as such obstacles
may allow the machine to rollover which may
cause severe injury.
Always travel at slow speed over obstacles
to prevent damage to the tires, wheels, and
steering system. Ensure that the tires are
inflated to the recommended pressures.
Operating the Machine on Slopes
Use extra care when operating the machine on slopes.
Drive slowly and avoid sharp turns on slopes to
prevent rollovers. Lower the cutting units for steering
control when going downhill.
Using the Rear Roller Scrapers
It is generally wise to remove rear roller scrapers
where conditions allow, as optimum grass discharge
is achieved without them. Install the scrapers when
conditions are such that mud and grass start to
buildup on the rollers. When installing the scraper
wires, ensure that they are correctly tensioned.

After Operation

After Operation Safety

General Safety
•
Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait
for all movement to stop before you leave the
operator's position. Allow the machine to cool
before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
•
Clean grass and debris from the cutting units,
drives, mufflers, cooling screens, and engine
compartment to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or
fuel spills.
•
Shut off the fuel while storing or hauling the
machine.
•
Disengage the drive to the attachment whenever
you are hauling or not using the machine.
•
Maintain and clean the seat belt(s) as necessary.
•
Do not store the machine or fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such
as on a water heater or on other appliances.
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