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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The safety alert symbol means
CAUTION, WARNING or DAN
GER personal safety
instruction". Read and under
stand the instruction because
it has to do with safety. Failure to comply with
the instruction may result in personal injury.
Hazard control and accident prevention are
dependent upon the awareness, concern, and
proper training of the personnel involved in the
operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of
the machine. Improper use or maintenance of the
machine can result in injury or death. To reduce the
potential for injury or death, comply with the
following safety instructions.
WARNING: Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide which is an odorless, deadly poison. Carbon
monoxide is also known to the State of California to
cause birth defects. Do not run engine indoors or in an
enclosed area.
BEFORE OPERATING
1. Read and understand the contents of this
Operator's Manual before operating the machine.
Become familiar with all controls and know how to stop
quickly. A free replacement manual is available by
sending complete Model and Serial Number to:
The Toro Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55420-1196
2. Never allow children to operate the machine. Do
not allow adults to operate machine without proper
instruction. Only trained operators who have read this
manual should operate this machine.
3. Never operate the machine when under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.
4. Remove all debris or other objects that might be
picked up and thrown by the cutter blades. Keep all
bystanders away from the mowing area.
5. Keep all shields and safety devices in place. If a
shield, safety device or decal is illegible or damaged,
repair or replace it before operation is commenced.
Also tighten any loose nuts, bolts and screws to ensure
machine is in safe operating condition.
6. Do not operate machine while wearing sandals,
tennis shoes, sneakers or shorts. Also, do not wear
loose fitting clothing which could get caught in moving
parts. Always wear long pants and substantial shoes.
Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes and a helmet is
advisable and required by some local ordinances and
insurance regulations.
7. Check interlock switches daily for proper operation
(Refer To Section in Traction Unit Operator's Manual on
Checking Interlock Switches). Do not rely entirely on
safety switches shut off engine before getting off seat.
If a switch fails, replace it before operating the
machine. The interlock system is for your protection,
so do not bypass it. Replace all interlock switches
every two years. Interlock switches should be adjusted
so:
A. Engine cannot be started unless traction pedal
is released (neutral position) and PTO lever is
DISENGAGED (off position).
B. Engine stops if operator gets off seat when
traction pedal is depressed.
C. Engine stops if operator gets off seat when
PTO lever is ENGAGED (on position).
8. Fill fuel tank before starting the engine. Avoid
spilling any fuel. Since fuel is flammable, handle it
carefully.
A. Use an approved fuel container.
B. Do not fill tank while engine is hot or running.
C. Do not smoke while handling gasoline.
D. Fill fuel tank outdoors and up to about one inch
from top of the tank, not the filler neck.
E. Wipe up any spilled gasoline.
WHILE OPERATING
9. Do not run the engine in a confined area without
adequate ventilation. Exhaust fumes are hazardous
and could possibly be deadly.
10. Maximum seating capacity is one person. Never
carry passengers.
11. Sit on the seat when starting the engine and
operating the machine.
12. 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.
13. Before starting the engine:
A. Engage the parking brake.
B. Ensure traction pedal is in neutral and PTO is in
the OFF, disengaged position.
C. After engine is started, release parking brake
and keep foot off traction pedal. Machine must not
move. If movement is evident, the neutral return
mechanism is adjusted incorrectly; therefore, shut
engine off and adjust until machine does not move
when traction pedal is released.
14. Using the machine demands attention, and to
prevent loss of control:
A. Mow only in daylight or when there is good
artificial light.
B. Drive slowly and watch for holes or other
hidden hazards.
C. Do not drive close to a sand trap, ditch, creek
or other hazard.
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