Hauling The Machine; Identifying The Jacking Points; Identifying The Tie-Down Points; Operating Characteristics - Toro Reelmaster 03781 Operator's Manual

6. Install the diagnostic-fitting cap onto the fitting that
you installed on the manifold.
7. Rotate the bypass valve 90° (1/4 turn) back before
starting the engine.
Note: Do not exceed 7 to 11 N∙m (5 to 8 ft-lb) torque
to close the valve.
Pushing or Towing the Machine
Forward Only
If you need to push or tow the machine forward only, you can
just rotate the bypass valve.
Important: If you need to push or tow the machine in
reverse, refer to Preparing the Machine for Pushing or
Towing in Reverse (page
1. Open the hood and remove the center shroud.
2. Rotate the bypass valve 90° (1/4 turn) in either
direction to open it and allow fluid to bypass internally
(Figure 45).
Note: Because the fluid bypasses the transmission,
you can move the machine forward slowly without
damaging the transmission.
Note the position of the valve when opening and
closing it.
3. Rotate the bypass valve 90° (1/4 turn) back before
starting the engine.
Note: Do not exceed 7 to 11 N∙m (5 to 8 ft-lb) torque
to close the valve.
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Hauling the Machine

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Use full-width ramps for loading the machine onto a
trailer or truck.
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Tie the machine down securely.

Identifying the Jacking Points

The jacking points are in the following locations:
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On the front of the machine on the frame on the inside
of each drive tire
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On the rear of the machine at the center of the axle
Identifying the Tie-Down
Points
The tie-down points are in the following locations:
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On each side of the frame under the front steps
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The rear bumper

Operating Characteristics

Practice driving the machine because it has a hydrostatic
transmission and its characteristics are different than many
turf-maintenance machines. Some points to consider
when operating the traction unit and cutting units are the
transmission, engine speed, load on the cutting blades, and
the importance of the brakes.
To maintain enough power for the machine while operating,
regulate the traction pedal to keep the engine speed high and
somewhat constant. A good rule to follow is to decrease the
ground speed as the load on the cutting units increases, and
increase the ground speed as the load decreases.
Therefore, allow the traction pedal to move backward as the
engine speed decreases, and press the pedal slowly as the
speed increases. By comparison, when driving from one work
area to another, with no load and the cutting unit raised, have
the throttle in the Fast position and press the traction pedal
slowly but fully to attain maximum ground speed.
Another characteristic to consider is the operation of the
pedals that are connected to the brakes. You can use the
brakes to assist in turning the machine. However, use them
carefully, especially on soft or wet grass, because the turf
may be torn accidentally. Another benefit of the brakes is to
maintain traction. For example, in some slope conditions, the
uphill wheel slips and loses traction. If this situation occurs,
press the uphill turn pedal gradually and intermittently until
the uphill wheel stops slipping, thus increasing traction on
the downhill wheel.
Use extra care when operating the machine on slopes. Make
sure that the seat latch is properly secured, the roll bar is
raised and secured, and the seat belt is buckled. Drive slowly
and avoid sharp turns on slopes to prevent rollovers.
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