Toro Riding Mower Safety - Toro 74840 Operator's Manual

Service
Safe Handling of Gasoline:
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extra
care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
• Use only an approved container.
• Never remove the gas cap or add fuel when the
engine is running. Allow the engine to cool before
refueling.
• Never refuel the machine indoors.
• Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame, such as near a water
heater or furnace.
• Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer with a plastic liner. Always place containers on
the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
• Remove gas-powered 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 gasoline dispenser
nozzle.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel
tank or container opening at all times until the fueling
is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
• Never overfill the fuel tank. Replace gas cap and
tighten securely.
General Service:
• Never operate a machine inside a closed area. Engine
exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an
odorless, deadly poison that can kill you.
• Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade
attachment bolts. Keep equipment in good
condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly.
• Keep the machine free of grass, leaves, or other
debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage fuel
soaked debris. Allow the machine to cool before
storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an
object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
• Never make any adjustments or repairs with the
engine running.
• Grass catcher components are subject to wear,
damage and deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
Frequently check components and replace with
manufacturers' recommended parts, when necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when
servicing them.
• Check for proper brake operation frequently. Adjust
and service as required.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction decals as
necessary.
• Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure
that original standards are maintained.

Toro Riding Mower Safety

The following list contains safety information specific to
Toro products or other safety information that you must
know that may not be included in the ANSI standards.
• Stop the engine, move the motion control levers to
neutral and outward, set the parking brake, disengage
the blade control switch, remove key before and
disconnect spark plug wire(s) performing any service,
repairs, maintenance or adjustments.
• Keep hands, feet, hair, and loose clothing away from
attachment discharge area, underside of mower and
any moving parts while engine is running.
• Do not touch equipment or attachment parts which
may be hot from operation. Allow to cool before
attempting to maintain, adjust or service.
• Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Protect your
face, eyes, and clothing when working with a battery.
• Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks
and flames away from battery.
• Use only Toro approved attachments. Warranty may
be voided if used with unapproved attachments.
• If loading the machine onto a trailer or truck, use a
single, full-width ramp only. The ramp angle should
not exceed 15 degrees.
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