Starting The Engine - Toro TimeMaster 21810 Manual

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Keep bystanders out of the operating area. Keep
small children out of the operating area and under
the watchful care of a responsible adult who is
not operating the machine. Stop the machine if
anyone enters the area.
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Always look down and behind you before moving
the machine in reverse.
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Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate
the machine when there is the risk of lightning.
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Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if
you slip and contact the blade. Avoid mowing in
wet conditions.
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Use extreme care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
block your view.
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Do not direct the discharge material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall
or obstruction; material may ricochet toward you.
Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel surfaces.
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Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other
hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause you
to lose your balance or footing.
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If the machine strikes an object or starts to vibrate,
immediately shut off the engine, remove the
ignition key (if equipped), wait for all moving parts

Starting the Engine

Standard Model
Pull the recoil handle slowly until you feel resistance, then pull it sharply. Allow the rope to return to the engine
slowly.
Note:
If the machine does not start after several attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Electric-start Model
You can start the engine on an electric-start model by using either the ignition key or the recoil-start handle.
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Ignition Key:
1. Charge the battery for 24 hours before using the machine for the first time (A of
to stop, and disconnect the wire from the spark
plug before examining the machine for damage.
Make all necessary repairs before resuming
operation.
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Before leaving the operating position, shut off the
engine, remove the ignition key (if equipped), and
wait for all moving parts to stop.
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If the engine has been running, it will be hot and
can severely burn you. Keep away from the hot
engine.
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Operate the engine only in well-ventilated areas.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is
an odorless, deadly poison.
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Check the grass catcher components and the
discharge chute frequently for any wear or
deterioration and replace them with genuine Toro
parts when necessary.
Slope Safety
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Mow across the face of slopes; never up and
down. Use extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
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Do not mow on excessively steep slopes. Poor
footing could cause a slip-and-fall accident.
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Mow with caution near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments.
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