Toro 74234 - Operation; Think Safety First

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Checking the Side Discharge
Chute
Remove plastic tie holding side discharge chute up and
lower into place.
Checking the Level of Mower
Deck
Check the level of the deck before the machine is first put
in use.
Refer to Mower Leveling and Compression Spring
Adjustment in the Maintenance section on page 45.
Checking the Engine Oil Level
Before you start the engine and use the machine, check
the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking Oil
Level, page 31.
Operation
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
Think Safety First
Please read all safety instructions and symbols in the
safety section. Knowing this information could help you
or bystanders avoid injury.
Danger
Mowing on wet grass or steep slopes can cause
sliding and loss of control.
Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers,
which may result in serious injury, death or
drowning.
A rollbar is available and its use is recommended
for areas where there are slopes, drop–offs or
water.
To avoid loss of control and possibility of rollover:
• Do not mow near drop–offs or near water.
• Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
• Reduce speed and use extreme caution on
slopes.
• Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
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3
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m–6478
Figure 8
1. Safe Zone—use the
Z Master here on slopes
less than 15 degrees or
flat areas.
2. Use walk behind mower
and/or hand trimmer near
drop–offs and water.
3. Water
The use of protective equipment for eyes, ears, feet, and
head is recommended.
This machine produces sound levels in excess of
85 dBA at the operators ear and can cause
hearing loss through extended periods of
exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
Caution
Figure 9
1. Warning—wear hearing protection.