While Operating - Toro Groundsmaster 360 Service Manual

While Operating

1. Sit on the seat when starting and operating the ma-
chine.
2. Before starting the engine:
A. Engage the parking brake.
B. Make sure the traction pedal is in NEUTRAL and
the PTO switch is OFF (disengaged).
NOTE: If machine is on any type of slope, it may
move when parking brake is released.
C. With machine on a level surface after engine is
started, release parking brake and keep foot off trac-
tion pedal. Machine must not move. If movement is
evident, the traction linkage may be adjusted incor-
rectly. Shut engine off and check traction linkage ad-
justment. If necessary, adjust linkage until machine
does not move when traction pedal is in NEUTRAL.
3. Do not run engine in a confined area without ade-
quate ventilation. Exhaust fumes are hazardous and
could possibly be deadly.
Groundsmaster 360
4. Do not touch engine, radiator or exhaust system
while engine is running or soon after it is stopped. These
areas could be hot enough to cause burns.
5. Before getting off the seat:
A. Ensure that traction pedal is in NEUTRAL.
B. Lower and disengage cutting deck and wait for all
movement to stop.
C. Set parking brake.
D. Stop engine and remove key from ignition switch.
6. Anytime the machine is parked (short or long term),
the cutting deck should be lowered to the HOC pin. This
relieves pressure from the lift circuit and eliminates the
risk of the cutting deck accidentally lowering.
7. Do not park on slopes unless wheels are chocked or
blocked.
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