Maintenance And Storage - Toro Z Master Professional 7000 Series Operator's Manual

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Warning–Fuel is highly flammable.
– Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this
purpose.
– Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while
refuelling.
– Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove
the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is
running or when the engine is hot.
– If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine
but move the machine away from the area of spillage
and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel
vapors have dissipated.
– Replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely.
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Replace faulty silencers.
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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.
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On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one blade
can cause other blades to rotate.
Operation
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Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If lightning
is seen or thunder is heard in the area, do not operate
the machine; seek shelter.
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Be alert, slow down and use caution when making turns.
Look behind and to the side before changing directions.
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Do not operate the engine in a confined space where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
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Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
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Before attempting to start the engine, disengage all blade
attachment clutches and shift into neutral.
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Do not use on slopes greater than 15 degrees.
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Remember there is no such thing as a safe slope. Travel
on grass slopes requires particular care. To guard against
overturning:
– - do not stop or start suddenly when on a slope;
– - use slow speeds on slopes and during tight turns;
– - stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden
hazards;
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Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.
– - Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
– - Limit loads to those you can safely control.
– - Do not turn sharply. Use care when reversing.
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Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
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Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces other
than grass.
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When using any attachments, never direct discharge of
material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the
machine while in operation.
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Never operate the machine with damaged guards or
without safety protective devices in place.
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Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed
the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed can
increase the hazard of personal injury.
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Before leaving the operator's position:
– disengage the power take-off and lower the
attachments;
– change into neutral and set the parking brake;
– stop the engine and remove the key.
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Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine, and
disconnect the spark plug wire(s) or remove the ignition
key
– before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;
– before checking, cleaning or working on the
lawnmower;
– after striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawnmower
for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the equipment; if the machine starts to
vibrate abnormally (check immediately).
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Disengage drive to attachments when transporting or not
in use.
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Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment
– before refuelling;
– before removing the grass catcher;
– before making height adjustment unless adjustment
can be made from the operator's position.
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Reduce the throttle setting during engine run-out and, if
the engine is provided with a shut-off valve, turn the fuel
off at the conclusion of mowing.

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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Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank inside a
building where fumes can reach an open flame or spark.
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Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
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To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer,
battery compartment and fuel storage area free of grass,
leaves, or excessive grease.
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Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or
deterioration.
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Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
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If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done
outdoors.
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On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one blade
can cause other blades to rotate.
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When machine is to be parked, stored or left unattended,
lower the cutting means unless a positive mechanical lock
is used.
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