Operation; Remote Control Operation - Toro Pro Force 44553 Operator's Manual

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Do not 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.
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Do not fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck
or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place
containers on the ground, away from your vehicle
before filling.
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Remove the equipment from the truck or trailer
and refuel it while it is on the ground. If this is not
possible, then refuel from a portable container
rather than a fuel-dispenser nozzle.
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Do not operate the machine without the entire
exhaust system in place and in proper working
condition.
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Keep the fuel-dispenser nozzle in contact with
the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at
all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a
nozzle lock-open device.
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If you spill fuel on your clothing, change your
clothing immediately. Wipe up any fuel that spills.
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Never overfill the fuel tank. Replace the fuel cap
and tighten it securely.
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Store fuel in an approved container and keep it
out of the reach of children. Never buy more than
a 30-day supply of fuel.
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Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Add fuel to
the fuel tank until the level is 6 to 13 mm (1/4 to
1/2 inch) below the bottom of the filler neck. This
empty space in the tank allows fuel to expand.
– Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
– Keep your face away from the nozzle and gas
tank opening.
– Avoid contact with skin; wash off spills with
soap and water.

Operation

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Before every use:
– Inspect the coupler, ball, and hitch.
– Always use safety chains.
– Verify that all of the lights are functioning
properly.
– Verify that the tires are properly inflated.
– Verify that the lug nuts are tight and torqued
properly.
– Verify that the machine is properly secured to
the towing vehicle.
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Never operate the machine when it is not
connected to a towing vehicle.
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Use extreme care when loading or unloading the
machine into or off of a trailer or truck.
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Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
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Do not run the engine in or direct the blower nozzle
into a confined area without adequate ventilation.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless gas that is fatal if inhaled.
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The machine may exceed noise levels of 85 dB(A)
at the operator's position. Hearing protection is
recommended for prolonged exposure to reduce
the potential of permanent hearing damage.
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Using the machine demands attention. To prevent
loss of control:
– Operate only in daylight or when there is good
artificial light.
– Drive slowly and watch for holes or other
hidden hazards.
– Do not drive close to a sand trap, ditch, creek,
or other hazard.
– Reduce your speed when making sharp turns
and when turning on hillsides.
– Avoid sudden starts and stops.
– Before backing up, look to the rear and ensure
that no one is behind the machine.
– Watch out for traffic when near or crossing
roads. Always yield the right of way.
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Stay away from the nozzle opening when the
machine is operating. Keep all bystanders away
from the nozzle opening and don't direct discharge
toward bystanders.
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Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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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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If the towing-vehicle engine stalls or the machine
loses headway and cannot make it to the top of
a slope, do not turn the towing vehicle around.
Always back the towing vehicle slowly straight
down the slope.
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Do not take an injury risk! When a person or
pet appears unexpectedly in or near the operating
area, stop operation. Careless operation,
combined with terrain angles, ricochets, or
improperly positioned guards can lead to thrown
object injuries. Do not resume operation until the
area is cleared.
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Do not touch the engine or muffler while the engine
is running or soon after it is stopped. These areas
could be hot enough to cause a burn.

Remote Control Operation

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Read and follow all instructions.
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Failure to abide by the safety precautions may
result in equipment failure, loss of authority to
operate the equipment, and personal injury.
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