Sound Pressure; Sound Power; Hand-Arm Vibration; Safety And Instructional Decals - Toro 22176TE Operator's Manual

• To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer,
battery compartment and gasoline storage are free of
grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
• Check grass catcher components and the discharge
guard frequently and replace with manufacturer's
recommended parts, when necessary.
• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
• Replace faulty silencers.
• If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this out-doors.
• Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. Operating an engine at
excessive speed can increase the hazard of personal
injury.
• Be careful during adjustment of the lawn mower to
prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving
blades and fixed parts of the lawn mower.
• To ensure the best performance and safety,
purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts
and accessories. Do not use will fit parts and
accessories; they may cause a safety hazard.

Safety and Instructional Decals

Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of
potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost.
Manufacturer's Mark
1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original
machine manufacturer.
1. To start the engine, hold the upper bail
against the handle.
1. Warning—wear hearing protection.
2. To engage the traction drive, pull the
lower bail toward the handle.
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Sound Pressure

This unit has an sound pressure level at the operator's
ear of 87 dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K)
of 1 dBA. The sound pressure level was determined
according the procedures outlined in EN 836.

Sound Power

This unit has a guaranteed sound power level of 98 dBA,
which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 1 dBA. The
sound power level was determined according to the
procedures outlined in ISO 11094.

Hand-Arm Vibration

Measured vibration level for the left hand = 5.5 m/s
Measured vibration level for the right hand = 4.0 m/s
Uncertainty Value (K) = 2.2 m/s
The measured values were determined according to the
procedures outlined in EN 836.
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3. To stop the engine, release the upper
bail.
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