Safety - Toro E-Z Vac 79345 Operator's Manual

Preparing for Maintenance ............................... 24
Cleaning the Hood Screen................................ 24
Cleaning the Bagger and Bags ......................... 25
Inspecting the Blower Belt ................................ 25
Replacing the Blower Belt................................. 25
Inspecting the Bagger....................................... 25
Inspecting the Mower Blades ............................ 25
Storage ................................................................... 26
Storing the Bagger Attachment ......................... 26
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 27

Safety

WARNING
When the bagger is in operation, the blower
is rotating and can cut off or injure hands and
fingers.
• Before adjusting, cleaning, repairing,
and inspecting the blower, and before
unclogging the chute, shut off the engine
and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Remove the key.
• Use a stick, not your hands, to remove an
obstruction from the blower and tube.
• Keep hands and feet away from moving
parts. Do not make adjustments with the
engine running.
WARNING
Debris, such as leaves, grass, or brush can
catch fire. A fire in the engine area can cause
personal injury and property damage.
• Keep the engine and muffler area free of
debris accumulation.
• Take care when opening the bagger cover
to keep debris from falling onto the engine
and muffler area.
• Allow the machine to cool before storing it.
•
Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, with the operator controls, and safety
signs.
•
Use extra care with grass catchers or other
attachments. These can change the operating
characteristics and the stability of the machine.
•
Follow the manufacturer's recommendations
for adding or removing wheel weights or
counterweights to improve stability.
•
Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes. A
heavy grass catcher could cause loss of control
or overturn the machine.
•
Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be
sure to travel in the recommended direction on
hillsides. Turf conditions can affect the stability of
the machine. Use extreme caution while operating
near drop-offs.
•
Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual.
Do not make sudden changes in speed, direction,
or turning.
•
The grass catcher can obstruct the view to the
rear. Use extra care when operating in reverse.
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