Maintenance And Storage - Toro Recycler 20654 Operator's Manual

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Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
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Understand explanations for all pictograms used on the
mower or in the instructions.
Gasoline
WARNING-Gasoline is highly flammable. Take the
following precautions.
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Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this
purpose.
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Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refueling.
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Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the
cap of the fuel tank or ad gasoline while the engine is
running or when the engine is hot.
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If gasoline is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine
but move the mower away from the area of spillage
and avoid creating any source of ignition until gasoline
vapors have dissipated.
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Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
Preparation
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While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and
long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when
barefoot or wearing open sandals.
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Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to
be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones and
other foreign objects.
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Before using, always visually inspect to see that guards,
and safety devices, such as deflectors and/or grass
catchers, are in place and working correctly.
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Before using, always visually inspect to see that the
blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or
damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts
in sets to preserve balance.
Starting
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Disengage all blade and drive clutches and shift into
neutral before starting the engine.
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Do not tilt mower when starting the engine or switching
on the motor, unless the mower has to be tilted for
starting. In this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely
necessary and lift only the part, which is away from the
operator.
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Start the engine or switch on the motor carefully
according to instructions and with feet well away from
the blade(s) and not in front of the discharge chute.
Operation
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Never mow while people, especially children, or pets
are nearby.
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Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
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Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden
hazards.
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Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
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Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine
is running.
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Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling a
pedestrian controlled lawn mower towards you.
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Walk, never run.
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Slopes:
– Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
– Exercise extreme caution when on slopes.
– Mow across the face of slopes, never up and
down and exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
– Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
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Use low throttle settings when engaging the
traction-clutch, especially in high gears. Reduce speed
on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent overturning or
loss of control.
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Stop the blade if the lawn mower has to be tilted for
transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass
and when transporting the lawn mower to and from
the area to be mowed.
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Do not operate the engine in a confined space where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
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Stop the engine
– whenever you leave the lawn mower.
– before refueling.
– before removing the grass catcher.
– before making height adjustment unless adjustment
can be made from the operator's position.
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Stop the engine and disconnect the spark-plug wire.
– before clearing blockages or unclogging chute.
– before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn
mower.
– after striking a foreign object, inspect the lawn
mower for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating the lawn mower.
– if lawn mower starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately).
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Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.

Maintenance and Storage

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Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
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Do not use pressure cleaning equipment on machine.
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