After Operation; General Safety; Understanding The Audible Alarm - Toro Groundsmaster 5900 Operator's Manual

appearance may deteriorate and the observed
power to cut the turf increases. The mulching
baffles also perform well for shredding leaves in
the fall.
Selecting the Proper Height-of-Cut
Setting
Remove approximately one-third of the grass blade
when mowing. In exceptionally lush and dense grass,
you may need to raise the height-of-cut to the next
setting (Figure 68).
Figure 68
Adjusting the Mower-Deck Pitch
Mower-deck pitch is the difference in height-of-cut
from the front of the blade plane to the back of the
blade plane. Use a blade pitch of 7.6 mm (0.3 inch).
A pitch larger than 7.6 mm (0.3 inch) results in less
power required, larger clippings, and a poorer quality
of cut. A pitch less than 7.6 mm (0.3 inch) results in
more power required, smaller clippings, and a better
quality of cut.
Maximizing the Air Conditioner
Performance
•
To limit solar heating, park the machine in a
shaded area or leave the doors open in direct sun.
•
Ensure that the air-conditioning screen is clean.
•
Ensure that the air-conditioning-condenser fins
are clean.
•
Operate the air-conditioner blower at the
mid-speed setting.
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Ensure that there is a continuous seal between the
roof and the headliner and correct it as needed.
•
Measure the air temperature at the front, center
vent in the headliner. This should typically stabilize
at less than or equal to 10°C (50°F).
•
Refer to the Service Manual for additional
information.

After Operation

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,
mufflers, and engine compartment to help prevent
fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills.
•
If the cutting units are in the transport position, use
the positive mechanical lock (if available) before
you leave the machine unattended.
•
Allow the engine to cool before storing the machine
in any enclosure.
•
Remove the key and shut off the fuel (if equipped)
before storing or hauling the machine.
•
Never store the machine or fuel container where
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there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such
as on a water heater or on other appliances.
•
Maintain and clean the seat belt(s) as necessary
Understanding the Audible
Alarm
Note:
This alarm is a reminder to prevent the battery
from being discharged.
An audible alarm sounds when the following
conditions occur:
•
The engine is shut off.
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The key is in the run position.
•
The operator is out of the seat.
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