Operating The Parking Brake; Starting The Engine - Toro Groundsmaster 7210 Series 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 and 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.
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Avoid starting, stopping, or turning the machine on
slopes. Avoid making sudden changes in speed or
direction. Make turns slowly and gradually.
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Do not operate a machine under any conditions
where traction, steering, or stability is in question.
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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.
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Be aware that operating the machine on wet
grass, across slopes, or downhill may cause the
machine to lose traction. Loss of traction to the
drive wheels may result in sliding and a loss of
braking and steering.
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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 unit(s) lowered to the
ground while operating on slopes. Raising the
cutting unit(s) while operating on slopes can cause
the machine to become unstable.
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Use extreme caution with grass-collection systems
or other attachments. These can change the
stability of the machine and cause a loss of control.
Always keep the machine in gear when going
down slopes. Do not coast downhill (applicable
only to gear-drive units).
Operating the Parking
Brake
Always engage the parking brake when you stop the
machine or leave it unattended.
Engaging the Parking Brake
WARNING
The parking brake may not hold the machine
parked on a slope and could cause personal
injury or property damage.
Do not park the machine on slopes unless the
wheels are chocked or blocked.
Releasing the Parking Brake

Starting the Engine

Note:
The glow plug light illuminates for 6 seconds
when you turn the ignition key to the R
Turn the ignition to the S
goes out.
Important:
Use starting cycles of no more than
15 seconds per minute to avoid overheating the
starter motor.
Important:
Operate the machine with the throttle
lever in the S position in both the forward
LOW
and reverse directions for 1 to 2 minutes after
changing the engine oil, overhauling either the
engine, transmission, or wheel motor, and when
you start the engine for the first time. Operate the
lift lever and PTO lever to ensure that they operate
properly. Shut the engine off, check fluid levels,
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