Before Operating
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CHECK HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
FLUID (DAILY)
1. Fluid level should be checked daily through the
sight glass at the rear of the hydraulic reservoir
(Fig. 6). When oil is cold, the level will be slightly
below center, but it should be in the middle of the
sight glass when the oil is warm.
Figure 6
1. Hydraulic Oil Level Sight Glass
2. Reservoir Fill Cap
2. If the oil level is low, add hydraulic oil to the
reservoir (Fig. 6); refer to Machine Fluid
Recommendations.
FILL THE FUEL TANK
1. Remove the fuel tank cap (Fig. 7).
2. Fill the tank to about 25mm below bottom of filler
neck with No. 2 diesel fuel. Install the cap.
Figure 7
1. Fuel Tank Cap
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE (DAILY)
Since the Groundsmaster 580-D can be operated under
many different turf conditions, proper tire pressure is
important. Use the following as a guide:
Under Normal mowing conditions and when used on
a wide variety of turf grasses—103.4 kPa front; 89.6
kPa rear. 344.7 kPa castors.
When turf is wet and softer than normal—use low
pressure: 82.7 kPa front and 62 kPa rear.
When turf is dry and harder than normal, use higher
tire pressure: 124 kPa front and rear.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate in HIGH RANGE for
extended periods when tire pressure is less than 18 psi
because tires may be damaged. When tire pressure
exceeds 18 psi, HIGH RANGE may be used.
CHECK SYSTEMS OPERATION
(DAILY)
Start the engine. Move the Groundsmaster 580-D, slowly to
an area where the machine can be checked for proper
function. Check operation of controls, safety interlock
system, engine, hydraulic system, brakes and cutting units.
Refer to the Know Your Controls and Operating
Instructions sections for proper procedures.
CHECKING CUTTING UNIT
MISMATCH
To assure all cutting units are at the same height of cut:
1. Adjust all cutting units to the highest height of cut.
Because diesel fuel is flammable, use caution
when storing or handling it. Do not smoke while
filling the fuel tank. Do not fill fuel the tank
while engine is running, hot, or when the machine
is in an enclosed area. Always fill the fuel tank
outside and wipe up any spilled diesel fuel before
starting the engine. Store fuel in a clean, safety-
approved container and keep the cap in place.
Use diesel fuel for the engine only; not for any
other purpose.
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