Toro 30230 Groundsmaster 225, Operator'S Manual

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Ensure parking brake is set, PTO switch is in OFF
position and lift lever is in TRANSPORT or FLOAT
position (Fig. 18). Remove foot from traction pedal and
insure it is in neutral.
Pull choke (Fig. 18) to full choke position and move
throttle control (Fig. 18) to slow position.
Turn key in ignition switch to START position
(Fig. 18). Release key immediately when engine starts
and allow it to return to RUN position. Regulate choke
to keep engine running smoothly.
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at a time or premature starter failure may result. If
engine fails to start after 20 seconds, turn key to OFF
position, recheck controls and procedures, wait 10
additional seconds and repeat starter operation.
When engine is started for the first time, or after
engine oil change, or overhaul of engine, transmission
or axle, operate the machine in forward and reverse for
one to two minutes. Also operate the lift lever and PTO
lever to assure proper operation of all parts. Turn power
steering wheel to the left and right to check steering
response. Then shut engine off and check fluid levels,
check for oil leaks, loose parts and any other
noticeable malfunctions.
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To stop engine, move throttle control backward to
SLOW position, move PTO switch to OFF position and
rotate ignition key to OFF. Remove key from switch to
prevent accidental starting.
The purpose of the safety interlock system is to prevent
the engine from cranking or starting unless the traction
pedal is in neutral and the PTO switch is in the OFF
position. In addition, the engine will stop when the PTO
control is engaged or traction pedal is depressed with
operator off the seat.
Move PTO switch to OFF position and remove foot
from traction pedal so it is fully released.
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Rotate the ignition key to START. Engine should
crank. If engine cranks, proceed to step 3. If engine
does not crank, there may be a malfunction in the
interlock system.
Raise off the seat and engage the PTO switch while
the engine is running. The engine should stop within 2
seconds. If engine stops, the switch is operating
correctly; thus, proceed to step 4. If engine does not
stop, there is a malfunction in the interlock system.
Raise off the seat and depress the traction pedal
while engine is running the PTO lever is disengaged.
The engine should stop within 2 seconds. If engine
stops, the switch is operating correctly; thus, continue
operation. If engine does not stop, there is a
malfunction in the interlock system.
Practice driving the GROUNDSMASTER 225 before
initial operation because it has a hydrostatic
transmission and its characteristics are different than
some turf maintenance machines. Some points to
consider when operating the traction unit and cutting
unit are the transmission, engine speed, load on the
cutting blades, and the importance of the brakes.
To maintain enough power for the traction unit and
cutting unit while mowing, regulate traction pedal to
keep engine rpm high and somewhat constant. A good
rule to follow is: decrease ground speed as the load on
the cutting blades increases; and increase ground
speed as load on the blades decreases. This allows the
engine, working with the transmission, to sense the
proper ground speed while maintaining high blade tip
speed necessary for good qualityĆofĆcut. Therefore,
allow traction pedal to move upward as engine speed
decreases, and depress pedal slowly as speed
increases. By comparison, when driving from one work
area to anotherĊwith no load and cutting unit
raisedĊhave throttle in FAST position and depress
traction pedal slowly but fully to attain maximum
ground speed.
This product may exceed noise levels of 85
dB(A) at the operator position. Ear protectors are
recommended for prolonged exposure to reduce the
potential of permanent hearing damage.