Safety; General Safety - Toro TimeMaster 20976 Operator's Manual

Filling the Fuel Tank ............................................ 9
Checking the Engine-Oil Level.......................... 10
Adjusting the Handle Height ..............................11
Adjusting the Cutting Height ..............................11
During Operation ................................................. 12
During Operation Safety ................................... 12
Starting the Engine ........................................... 12
Using the Self-Propel Drive............................... 13
Shutting Off the Engine..................................... 13
Engaging the Blades......................................... 13
Disengaging the Blades.................................... 14
Checking the Blade-Stop System
Operation ...................................................... 14
Recycling the Clippings .................................... 15
Bagging the Clippings....................................... 15
Side-Discharging the Clippings......................... 16
Operating Tips ................................................. 16
After Operation .................................................... 17
After Operation Safety ...................................... 17
Cleaning under the Machine ............................. 17
Maintenance ........................................................... 18
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ........... 18
Maintenance Safety.......................................... 18
Preparing for Maintenance ............................... 18
Servicing the Air Filter....................................... 19
Changing the Engine Oil ................................... 19
Charging the Battery......................................... 20
Replacing the Fuse........................................... 21
Replacing the Battery ....................................... 21
Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive ......................... 22
Servicing the Blade-Drive System..................... 22
Servicing the Blades ......................................... 23
Checking for Bent Blades ................................. 24
Removing the Blades........................................ 25
Installing the Blades.......................................... 25
Storage ................................................................... 27
General Information.......................................... 27
Preparing the Fuel System ............................... 27
Preparing the Engine ........................................ 27
Removing the Machine from Storage ................ 27

Safety

This machine has been designed in accordance with
EN ISO 5395:2013

General Safety

This product is capable of amputating hands and
feet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety
instructions to avoid serious personal injury.
Using this product for purposes other than its intended
use could prove dangerous to you and bystanders.
•
Read, understand, and follow the instructions
and warnings in this Operator's Manual and on
the machine and attachments before starting the
engine.
•
Do not put your hands or feet near moving parts of
or under the machine. Keep clear of any discharge
opening.
•
Do not operate the machine without all guards
and other safety protective devices in place and
working on the machine.
•
Keep bystanders and children a safe distance
away from the machine. Do not allow children to
operate the machine. Allow only people who are
responsible, trained, familiar with the instructions,
and physically capable to operate the machine.
•
Stop the machine, shut off the engine, remove
the electric-start key (if equipped), and wait for all
moving parts to stop before servicing, fueling, or
unclogging the machine.
Improperly using or maintaining this machine can
result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions and always pay
attention to the safety-alert symbol, which means
Caution, Warning, or Danger-personal safety
instruction. Failure to comply with these instructions
may result in personal injury or death.
You can find additional safety information where
needed throughout this manual.
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