Toro Mower Safety - Toro 04530 Operator's Manual

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Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
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To reduce the risk of fire hazard, keep the engine,
silencer/muffler, battery compartment, and fuel storage
area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
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Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
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Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or
deterioration.
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Keep all parts in good working condition and all hardware
and hydraulic fittings tightened. Replace all worn or
damaged parts and decals.
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If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
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Be careful during adjustment of the machine to prevent
entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and
fixed parts of the machine.
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On multi-reel machines, take care as rotating one reel can
cause other reels to rotate.
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Disengage drives, lower the cutting units, set parking
brake, stop engine and remove key. Wait for all movement
to stop before adjusting, cleaning or repairing.
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Clean grass and debris from cutting units, drives, mufflers,
and engine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel
spillage.
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Use jack stands to support components when required.
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Carefully release pressure from components with stored
energy.
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Disconnect battery before making any repairs. Disconnect
the negative terminal first and the positive last. Reconnect
positive first and negative last.
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Use care when checking the reels. Wrap the reels or wear
gloves, and use caution when servicing them.
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Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. If possible,
do not make adjustments with the engine running.
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Charge batteries in an open well ventilated area, away
from spark and flames. Unplug charger before connecting
or disconnecting from battery. Wear protective clothing
and use insulated tools.
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Never store the machine or fuel container where there is
an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water
heater or on other appliances.

Toro Mower Safety

The following list contains safety information specific to Toro
products or other safety information that you must know that
is not included in the ANSI standards.
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to
avoid serious injury or death.
Use of this product for purposes other than its intended use
could prove dangerous to user and bystanders.
Operation
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Know how to stop the engine quickly.
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Always wear substantial shoes. Do not operate the
machine while wearing sandals, tennis shoes, or sneakers.
Wearing safety shoes and long pants is advisable and
required by some local ordinances and insurance
regulations.
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Handle fuel carefully. Wipe up any spills.
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Check the safety interlock switches daily for proper
operation. If a switch has failed, replace the switch before
operating the machine.
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Before attempting to start the engine, sit on the seat, pull
on the raise/lower mow control to ensure that the cutting
units are disengaged, ensure that the traction pedal is in
neutral, and engage the parking brake.
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Using the machine demands attention. To prevent loss
of control:
– Do not drive close to sand traps, ditches, creeks, or
other hazards.
– Reduce speed when making sharp turns. Avoid
sudden stops and starts.
– This machine is not designed or equipped for on-road
use and is a "slow-moving vehicle." If you must cross
or travel on a public road, you should be aware of and
comply with local regulations, such as required lights,
slow moving vehicle signs, and reflectors.
– Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roads.
Always yield the right-of-way.
– Apply the service brakes when going downhill to
keep forward speed slow and to maintain control of
the machine.
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Shut the engine off before emptying the baskets.
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Raise the cutting units when driving from one work area
to another.
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Do not touch the engine, muffler, or exhaust pipe while
the engine is running or soon after it has stopped because
these areas could be hot enough to cause burns.
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Stay clear of the rotating screen at the side of the engine
to prevent direct contact with your body or clothing.
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If a cutting unit strikes a solid object or vibrates
abnormally, stop immediately, turn the engine off, wait for
all motion to stop, and inspect the machine for damage.
A damaged reel or bedknife must be repaired or replaced
before operation is continued.
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Before getting off of the seat, move the functional control
lever to neutral (N), raise the cutting units and wait for
the reels to stop spinning. Set the parking brake. Stop the
engine and remove the key from the ignition switch.
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Traverse slopes carefully. Do not start or stop suddenly
when traveling uphill or downhill.
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The operator must be skilled and trained in how to drive
on hillsides. Failure to use caution on slopes or hills may
cause loss of control and cause the machine to tip or roll,
possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
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