Toro Mower Safety - Toro 04358 Greensmaster 3150 Operator's Manual

Maintenance and Storage
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Disengage drives, lower the cutting units, set the parking
brake, stop the engine, remove the key, and disconnect
spark plug wire(s). Wait for all movement to stop before
adjusting, cleaning, or repairing.
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Clean grass and debris from cutting units, drives, mufflers,
and engine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel
spillage.
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Let the engine cool before storing and do not store near
flame.
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Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do not store
fuel near flames or drain indoors.
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Park the machine on level ground.
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Never allow untrained personnel to service the machine.
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Use jack stands to support components when required.
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Carefully release pressure from components with stored
energy.
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Disconnect the battery and remove the spark plug wire(s)
before making any repairs. Disconnect the negative
terminal first and the positive last. Reconnect positive
first and negative last.
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Use care and wear gloves when checking the reels.
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Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. If possible,
do not make adjustments with the engine running.
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Charge batteries in an open, well ventilated area, away
from spark and flames. Unplug the charger before
connecting or disconnecting it from the battery. Wear
protective clothing and use insulated tools.
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Keep all parts in good working condition and all hardware
and hydraulic fittings tightened. Replace all worn or
damaged decals.

Toro Mower Safety

The following list contains safety information specific to Toro
products or other safety information that you must know that
is not included in the ANSI standards.
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to
avoid serious injury or death.
Use of this product for purposes other than its intended use
could prove dangerous to user and bystanders.
Operation
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Know how to stop the engine quickly.
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Always wear substantial shoes. Do not operate the
machine while wearing sandals, tennis shoes, or sneakers.
Wearing safety shoes and long pants is advisable and
required by some local ordinances and insurance
regulations.
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Handle fuel carefully. Wipe up any spills.
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Check the safety interlock switches daily for proper
operation.
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Before attempting to start the engine, disengage all blade
attachment clutches, shift into neutral, and engage the
parking brake.
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Using the machine demands attention. To prevent loss
of control:
– Do not drive close to sand traps, ditches, creeks, or
other hazards.
– Reduce speed when making sharp turns. Avoid
sudden stops and starts.
– This machine is not designed or equipped for on-road
use and is a "slow-moving vehicle." If you must cross
or travel on a public road, you should be aware of and
comply with local regulations, such as required lights,
slow moving vehicle signs, and reflectors.
– Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roads.
Always yield the right-of-way.
– Apply the service brakes when going downhill to
keep forward speed slow and to maintain control of
the machine.
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The grass baskets must be in place during operation
of the reels or thatchers for maximum safety. Shut the
engine off before emptying the baskets.
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Raise the cutting units when driving from one work area
to another.
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Do not touch the engine, muffler, or exhaust pipe while
the engine is running or soon after it has stopped because
these areas could be hot enough to cause burns.
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Stay clear of the rotating screen at the side of the engine
to prevent direct contact with your body or clothing.
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If a cutting unit strikes a solid object or vibrates
abnormally, stop immediately, turn the engine off, wait for
all motion to stop, and inspect the machine for damage.
A damaged reel or bedknife must be repaired or replaced
before operation is continued.
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Before getting off of the seat, move the functional control
lever to neutral (N), raise the cutting units and wait for
the reels to stop spinning. Set the parking brake. Stop the
engine and remove the key from the ignition switch.
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Traverse slopes carefully. Do not start or stop suddenly
when traveling uphill or downhill.
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The operator must be skilled and trained in how to drive
on hillsides. Failure to use caution on slopes or hills may
cause loss of control and cause the machine to tip or roll,
possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
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If the engine stalls or loses headway and cannot make it
to the top of a slope, do not turn the machine around.
Always back slowly, straight down the slope.
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When a person or animal appears unexpectedly in or
near the mowing area, stop mowing. Careless operation,
combined with terrain angles, ricochets, or improperly
positioned guards can lead to thrown object injuries. Do
not resume mowing until the area is cleared.
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Whenever the machine is left unattended, make sure the
cutting units are fully raised, the reels are not spinning,
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