Toro TimeCutter HD X5450, Operator'S Manual

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Pushing the Machine by Hand
Important:
Always push the machine by hand. Do not
tow the machine, because damage may occur.
Pushing the Machine
1. Park the machine on a level surface, and disengage the
blade-control switch.
2. Engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, and
wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
3. Locate the bypass levers on the frame on both sides of
the engine.
4. Move the bypass levers forward through the key hole
and down to lock them in place (
Figure 38 ).
Note:
Do this for each lever.
5. Disengage the parking brake.
Note:
Do not start the machine.
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Figure 38
1. Bypass lever
3. Lever position for
operating the machine
2. Lever position for pushing
the machine
Operating the Machine
Move the bypass levers rearward through the keyhole and
down to lock them in place as shown in
Figure 38 .
Note:
Do this for each lever.
Transporting the Machine
Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine.
Ensure that the trailer or truck has all necessary brakes,
lighting, and marking as required by law. Please carefully read
all the safety instructions. Knowing this information could
help you, your family, pets, or bystanders avoid injury.
WARNING
Driving on the street or roadway without
turn signals, lights, reflective markings, or a
slow-moving-vehicle emblem is dangerous and can
lead to accidents, causing personal injury.
Do not drive the machine on a public street or
roadway.
1. If you are using a trailer, connect it to the towing
vehicle and connect the safety chains.
2. If applicable, connect the trailer brakes.
3. Load the machine onto the trailer or truck.
4. Shut off the engine, remove the key, set the brake, and
close the fuel valve.
5. Tie down the machine near the front caster wheels and
the rear bumper (
Figure 39 ).
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Figure 39
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