Checking The Engine-Oil Level; Breaking In A New Machine; Think Safety First - Toro TimeCutter SS 5060 Operator's Manual

3. Install the fuel-tank cap securely, and tighten until it
clicks.

Checking the Engine-oil Level

Before you start the engine and use the machine, check the oil
level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking the Engine-oil
Level (page 24).

Breaking in a New Machine

New engines take time to develop full power. Mower decks
and drive systems have higher friction when new, placing
additional load on the engine. Allow 40 to 50 hours of
break-in time for new machines to develop full power and
best performance.

Think Safety First

Operating Safety
Please carefully read all of the safety instructions and decals
in the safety section. Knowing this information could help
you, your family, pets, or bystanders avoid injury.
DANGER
Mowing on wet grass or steep slopes can cause
sliding and loss of control.
Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers,
which may result in serious injury, death, or
drowning.
A loss of traction is a loss of steering control.
To avoid loss of control and possibility of rollover:
• Do not mow near drop-offs or near water.
• Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
• Reduce the speed and use extreme caution on
slopes.
• When mowing slopes, gradually work from
lower to higher areas on the incline.
• Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
• Turn up, into an incline when changing
directions on slopes. Turning down the slope
reduces traction.
• Attachments change the handling characteristics
of the machine. Use extra caution when using
attachments with the machine.
1. Safe zone—use the
TimeCutter here
2. Use a walk-behind mower
and/or hand trimmer near
drop-offs and water.
CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85
dBA at the operators ear and can cause hearing loss
through extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
The use of protective equipment for eyes, ears, feet, and head
is recommended.
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1. Wear safety glasses
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Figure 9
3. Water
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Figure 10
2. Wear hearing protection
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