Maintenance And Storage - Toro 22296 Operator's Manual

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Wear appropriate clothing including safety glasses and
ear protection.
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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.
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Check that operator's presence controls, safety switches,
and shields are attached and functioning properly. Do not
operate the machine unless they are functioning properly.
Safe Handling of Fuels
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To avoid personal injury or property damage, use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources
of ignition.
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Use only an approved fuel container.
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Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running.
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Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
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Never refuel the machine indoors.
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Never store the machine or the fuel container where there
is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such as on a water
heater or on other appliances.
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Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on
the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
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Remove the equipment from the truck or trailer and
refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel
such equipment with a portable container rather than
from a fuel dispenser nozzle.
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Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank
or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.
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Do not use a nozzle lock open device.
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If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
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Never overfill the fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and tighten
securely.
Operation
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Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
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Operate the machine only in good light, keeping away
from holes and hidden hazards.
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Start the engine only from the operating position.
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Be sure of your footing, especially when backing up.
Walk, don't run. Never operate the machine on wet grass.
Reduced footing could cause slipping.
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Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be sure to
travel side to side on hillsides. Turf conditions can affect
the stability of the machine. Use caution while operating
the machine near drop-offs.
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Do not operate the machine without either the grass
catcher or the guard in place.
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Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed
the engine.
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Stop the machine on level ground and shut off the engine
before leaving the operating position for any reason,
including emptying the catcher or unclogging the chute.
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Stop the machine and inspect the blade after striking
objects or if an abnormal vibration occurs. Make
necessary repairs to the machine before resuming
operation.
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Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units.
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Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of
a clear path.
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Keep pets and bystanders away.
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Slow down and use caution when crossing roads and
sidewalks. Stop the blade if you are not mowing.
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Be aware of the machine discharge direction and do not
point it at anyone.
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Do not operate the machine while under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.
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Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a
trailer or truck.
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Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees,
or other objects that may obscure vision.

Maintenance and Storage

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Stop the engine and disconnect the spark-plug wire. Wait
for all movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning, or
repairing the machine.
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Clean grass and debris from the cutting unit, drive,
muffler, and engine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil
or fuel spills.
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Let the engine cool before storing the machine, and do
not store it near a flame.
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Shut off the fuel while storing or transporting the
machine. Do not store fuel near flames or drain fuel
indoors.
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Never allow untrained personnel to service the machine.
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Remove the spark-plug wire before making any repairs.
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Use care when checking the blade. Wrap the blade or
wear gloves, and use caution when servicing the blade.
Only replace the blade; never straighten or weld it.
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Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. If possible,
do not make adjustments to the machine while the engine
is running.
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Keep all parts in good working condition and all hardware
tightened. Replace all worn or damaged decals.
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To best protect your investment and maintain optimal
performance of your Toro equipment, count on Toro
genuine parts. When it comes to reliability, Toro delivers
replacement parts designed to the exact engineering
specifications of our equipment. For peace of mind, insist
on Toro genuine parts.
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