During Operation ............................................................................................................................ 5–16
Overview of the Machine Operating Characteristics.......................................................... 5–16
Machine Operation..................................................................................................................... 5–16
Overview of the Traction Pedal ............................................................................................... 5–17
Overview of the Virtual Pedal Stop (VPS) Feature............................................................. 5–17
Cruise Control ............................................................................................................................. 5–18
Overview of the Acceleration Mode ....................................................................................... 5–20
Overview of the Warm-Up Mode............................................................................................. 5–20
Overview of Toro Smart Power™ ........................................................................................... 5–20
Starting the Engine..................................................................................................................... 5–20
Shutting Off the Engine ............................................................................................................. 5–22
Adjusting the Turf-Compensation Spring.............................................................................. 5–22
Adjusting the Lift-Arm Counterbalance ................................................................................. 5–23
Adjusting the Lift-Arm Turnaround Position ......................................................................... 5–23
Setting the Reel Speed ............................................................................................................. 5–24
Overview of the Indicator Lights.............................................................................................. 5–26
Cutting Grass with the Machine .............................................................................................. 5–26
Operating Tips............................................................................................................................. 5–27
After Operation................................................................................................................................ 5–29
Tie-Down Point Locations......................................................................................................... 5–29
Hauling the Machine .................................................................................................................. 5–30
Pushing or Towing the Machine .............................................................................................. 5–30
Chapter 6: Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... 6–1
Recommended Maintenance Schedule...................................................................................... 6–1
Daily Maintenance Checklist ......................................................................................................... 6–4
Pre-Maintenance Procedures ....................................................................................................... 6–5
Preparing for Maintenance......................................................................................................... 6–5
Opening the Hood ........................................................................................................................ 6–6
Closing the Hood .......................................................................................................................... 6–6
Opening the Screen..................................................................................................................... 6–7
Closing the Screen....................................................................................................................... 6–7
Tilting the Seat .............................................................................................................................. 6–7
Lowering the Seat ........................................................................................................................ 6–8
Separating the Generator Cooling-Air Shrouds .................................................................... 6–8
Assembling the Generator Cooling-Air Shrouds................................................................... 6–8
Jacking Point Locations .............................................................................................................. 6–9
Lubrication........................................................................................................................................ 6–10
Greasing the Bearings and Bushings .................................................................................... 6–10
Grease Fitting Locations............................................................................................................... 6–11
Engine Maintenance...................................................................................................................... 6–13
Checking the Air Cleaner.......................................................................................................... 6–13
Resetting the Air Filter Service Indicator............................................................................... 6–14
Servicing the Air Cleaner.......................................................................................................... 6–14
Engine Oil Specifications.......................................................................................................... 6–15
Checking the Engine Oil Level ................................................................................................ 6–15
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ........................................................................................ 6–17
Fuel System Maintenance............................................................................................................ 6–18
Fuel Storage ................................................................................................................................ 6–18
Servicing the Fuel/Water Separator....................................................................................... 6–19
Servicing the Fuel Filter ............................................................................................................ 6–20
Draining the Fuel Tank .............................................................................................................. 6–21
Inspecting the Fuel Lines and Connections ......................................................................... 6–21
Bleeding the Fuel System......................................................................................................... 6–22
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