Aiming The Headlights; Activating The Quiet Mode; During Operation; During Operation Safety - Toro Groundsmaster 4000 Operator's Manual

1. Side-view mirrors
2. Rearview mirror

Aiming the Headlights

Optional Accessory
1. Loosen the mounting nuts and position each
headlight so that it points straight ahead.
Note:
Tighten the mounting nut just enough to
hold the headlight in position.
2. Place a flat piece of sheet metal over the face of
the headlight.
3. Mount a magnetic protractor onto the plate.
4. While holding the assembly in place, carefully tilt
the headlight downward 3°, then tighten the nut.
5. Repeat the procedure on the other headlight.

Activating the Quiet Mode

When the machine is in Quiet Mode, the sound
pressure level at the operator's position is less than
80dBA with a K-factor of 1.0 dBA, when evaluated per
EN ISO 5395:2013-1 Annex F.
Contact your authorized Toro distributor to set the
machine software to activate Quiet Mode.

During Operation

During Operation Safety

General Safety
•
The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible
for accidents that may cause personal injury or
property damage.
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant
footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long
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3. Lever
hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose
jewelry.
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
Use your full attention while operating the
machine. Do not engage in any activity that
causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
•
Before you start the engine, ensure that all drives
are in neutral, the parking brake is engaged, and
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you are in the operating position.
•
Do not carry passengers on the machine and keep
bystanders and children out of the operating area.
•
Operate the machine only in good visibility to avoid
holes or hidden hazards.
•
Avoid mowing on wet grass. Reduced traction
could cause the machine to slide.
•
Keep your hands and feet away from rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening.
•
Look behind and down before backing up to be
sure of a clear path.
•
Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure your
vision.
•
Stop the blades whenever you are not mowing.
•
Stop the machine, remove the key, and wait for
all moving parts to stop before inspecting the
attachment after striking an object or if there is
an abnormal vibration in the machine. Make all
necessary repairs before resuming operation.
•
Slow down and use caution when making turns
and crossing roads and sidewalks with the
machine. Always yield the right-of-way.
•
Disengage the drive to the cutting unit, shut
off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before adjusting the height of
cut (unless you can adjust it from the operating
position).
•
Operate the engine only in well-ventilated areas.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which
is lethal if inhaled.
•
Never leave a running machine unattended.
•
Before you leave the operator's position, do the
following:
– Park the machine on a level surface.
– Disengage the power takeoff and lower the
attachments.
– Engage the parking brake.
– Shut off the engine and remove the key (if
equipped).
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