Engaging the PTO (Blades)
Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. To engage the PTO, proceed as follows:
•Move the throttle control lever to the FAST (rabbit) position.
•Pull the PTO/Blade Engage knob outward into the engaged (ON) position. See Figure 8.
•Keep the throttle lever in the FAST (rabbit) position for the most efficient use of the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments.
IMPORTANT: With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position, the PTO clutch will automatically shut off if the PTO (Blade Engage) knob is moved into the engaged (ON) position with the the drive pedal in position for Reverse travel. Refer to Safety Interlock Switches on page 15.
Front View | Top View |
Mowing
WARNING: To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
This tractor is equipped with one of Toro’s quality cutting decks. The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tractor.
WARNING: Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of materials toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator.
• | Do not mow at high ground speed, especially if a |
| mulch kit or grass collector is installed. |
• | For best results it is recommended that the first two |
| laps be cut with the discharge thrown towards the |
| center. After the first two laps, reverse the direction |
ON
Figure 8
OFF
to throw the discharge to the outside for the |
balance of cutting. This will give a better |
appearance to the lawn. |
• Do not cut the grass too short. Short grass invites |
weed growth and yellows quickly in dry weather. |
• Mowing should always be done with the engine at |
full throttle. |
• Under heavier conditions it may be necessary to go |
back over the cut area a second time to get a clean |
cut. |
• Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds |
and extremely tall grass. Your tractor is designed to |
mow lawns, NOT clear brush. |
• Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades |
when worn. Refer to Cutting Blades on page 26 of this |
manual for proper blade sharpening instructions. |
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