Maintenance And Storage - Toro 22192 Operator's Manual

• Never let children or untrained people operate or
service the equipment. Local regulations may restrict
the age of the operator.
• The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other
people, or property.
Preparation
• Only use accessories and attachments approved by
the manufacturer.
• Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat, safety
glasses, and ear protection. Long hair, loose clothing
or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
• Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used
and remove all objects such as rocks, toys and wire
which can be thrown by the machine.
• Use extra care when handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
– Use only an approved container.
– Never remove gas cap or add fuel with engine
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.
Do not smoke.
– Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.
• Check that operator's presence controls, safety
switches and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning
properly.
Operation
• Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
• Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes
and hidden hazards.
• Only start engine from the operator's position.
• Be sure of your footing, especially when backing
up. Walk, don't run. Never operate on wet grass.
Reduced footing could cause slipping.
• Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be sure
to travel side to side on hillsides. Turf conditions
can affect the machine's stability. Use caution while
operating near drop-offs.
• Do not operate the lawn mower without either the
grass catcher or the guard in place.
• Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
• Stop on level ground and shut off engine before
leaving the operator's position for any reason
including emptying the catcher or unclogging the
chute.
• Stop equipment and inspect blade after striking
objects or if an abnormal vibration occurs. Make
necessary repairs before resuming operations.
• Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units.
• Look behind and down before backing up to be sure
of a clear path.
• Keep pets and bystanders away.
• Slow down and use caution when crossing roads and
sidewalks. Stop blade if you are not mowing.
• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do
not point it at anyone.
• Do not operate the mower under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
• Use care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck.
• Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

Maintenance and Storage

• Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire. Wait
for all movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning
or repairing.
• Clean grass and debris from cutting unit, drive,
muffler, and engine to help prevent fires. Clean up
oil or fuel spillage.
• Let engine cool before storing and do not store near
flame.
• Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do not
store fuel near flames or drain indoors.
• Never allow untrained personnel to service machine.
• Remove spark plug wire before making any repairs.
• Use care when checking blade. Wrap the blade or
wear gloves, and use caution when servicing them.
Only replace blade. Never straighten or weld it.
• Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. If
possible, do not make adjustments with the engine
running.
• Keep all parts in good working condition and all
hardware tightened. Replace all worn or damaged
decals.
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