Toro Mower Safety - Toro 38682 Operator's Manual

– 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.
• Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is
engaged before starting engine. Only start engine
from the operator's position.
• Be sure of your footing while using this machine,
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.
• Slow down and use caution when making turns and
when changing directions on slopes.
• Never raise deck with the blades running.
• Never operate with the PTO shield, or other guards
not securely in place. Be sure all interlocks are
attached, adjusted properly, and functioning properly.
• Never operate with the discharge deflector raised,
removed or altered, unless using a grass catcher.
• Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
• Stop on level ground, disengage drives, engage
parking brake (if provided), shut off engine before
leaving the operator's position for any reason
including emptying the catchers or unclogging the
chute.
• Stop equipment and inspect blades after striking
objects or if an abnormal vibration occurs. Make
necessary repairs before resuming operations.
• Keep hands and feet away from the cutting unit.
• 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 making turns and
crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop blades if 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 or from a trailer or truck.
• Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
Maintenance and storage
• Disengage drives, set parking brake, stop engine and
remove key or disconnect spark plug wire. Wait for
all movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning or
repairing.
• Clean grass and debris from cutting unit, drives,
mufflers, 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.
• Park machine on level ground. Set parking brake.
Never allow untrained personnel to service machine.
• Use jack stands to support components when
required.
• Carefully release pressure from components with
stored energy.
• Disconnect the battery or remove spark plug wire
before making any repairs. Disconnect the negative
terminal first and the positive last. Reconnect the
positive first and negative last.
• Use care when checking blades. Wrap the blade(s) or
wear gloves, and use caution when servicing them.
Only replace blades. Never straighten or weld them.
• 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.

Toro Mower Safety

The following list contains safety information specific
to Toro products and other safety information you must
know.
This product is capable of amputating hands and
feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safety
instructions to avoid serious injury or death.
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