Maintenance And Storage - Toro 30873 Operator's Manual

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Do not operate the machine while wearing tennis shoes
or sneakers.
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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. If a switch should fail, replace the switch
before operating the machine.
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Before starting the engine, sit on the seat.
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Using the machine demands attention. To prevent loss
of control:
– Do not drive close to sand traps, ditches, creeks,
embankments, or other hazards.
– Reduce speed when making sharp turns. Avoid
sudden stops and starts.
– 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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When operating a machine with ROPS (roll-over
protection system) never remove the ROPS and always
use the seat belt.
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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, silencer/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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On any hill, there is the possibility of tipping or rolling
over, but the risk increases as the slope angle increases.
Steep hills should be avoided.
Cutting units must be lowered when going down slopes
to maintain steering control
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Engage traction drive slowly, always keep foot on traction
pedal, especially when traveling downhill.
Use reverse on traction pedal for braking.
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If the machine stalls when climbing a slope, do not turn
the machine around. Always back slowly, straight down
the slope.
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When a person or pet 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.

Maintenance and Storage

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Make sure all hydraulic line connectors are tight and all
hydraulic hoses and lines are in good condition before
applying pressure to the system.
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Keep your body and hands away from pin hole leaks or
nozzles that eject hydraulic fluid under high pressure.
Use paper or cardboard, not your hands, to search for
leaks. Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can have
sufficient force to penetrate the skin and cause serious
injury. Seek immediate medical attention if fluid is
injected into skin.
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Before disconnecting or performing any work on the
hydraulic system, all pressure in the system must be
relieved by stopping the engine and lowering the cutting
units and attachments to the ground.
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Check all fuel lines for tightness and wear on a regular
basis. Tighten or repair them as needed.
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If the engine must be running to perform a maintenance
adjustment, keep hands, feet, clothing, and any parts of
the body away from the cutting units, attachments, and
any moving parts.
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To ensure safety and accuracy, have an Authorized Toro
Distributor check the maximum engine speed with a
tachometer.
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If major repairs are ever needed or if assistance is desired,
contact an Authorized Toro Distributor.
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Use only Toro-approved attachments and replacement
parts. The warranty may be voided if used with
unapproved attachments.
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