Toro 30864A Operator's Manual page 5

Operation
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Do not operate the engine in a confined space
where dangerous carbon monoxide and exhaust
gases can collect.
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Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
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Before attempting to start the engine, disengage
all blade attachment clutches, shift into neutral,
and engage the parking brake.
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Remember there is no such thing as a safe slope.
Travel on grass slopes requires particular care. To
guard against overturning:
– do not stop or start suddenly when going up
or downhill;
– machine speeds should be kept low on slopes
and during tight turns;
– stay alert for humps and hollows and other
hidden hazards;
– Do not turn sharply. Use care when reversing.
– Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights as
identified in the operator's manual.
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Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden
hazards.
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Watch out for traffic when crossing or near
roadways.
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Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces
other than grass.
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When using any attachments, never direct
discharge of material toward bystanders nor allow
anyone near the machine while in operation.
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Never operate the machine with damaged guards,
shields, or without safety protective devices in
place. Be sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted
properly, and functioning properly.
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Do not change the engine governor settings or
over-speed the engine. Operating the engine
at excessive speed may increase the hazard of
personal injury.
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Before leaving the operator's position:
– stop on level ground;
– disengage the power take-off and lower the
attachments;
– change into neutral and set the parking brake;
– stop the engine and remove the key.
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Disengage drive to attachments when transporting
or not in use.
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Stop the engine and disengage drive to
attachment:
– before refuelling;
– before removing the grass catcher/catchers;
– before making height adjustment unless
adjustment can be made from the operator's
position.
– before clearing blockages;
– before checking, cleaning or working on the
mower;
– after striking a foreign object or if an abnormal
vibration occurs. Inspect the mower for
damage and make repairs before restarting
and operating the equipment.
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Reduce the throttle setting during engine run-out
and, if the engine is provided with a shut-off valve,
turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing.
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Keep hands and feet away from the cutting decks.
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Look behind and down before backing up to be
sure of a clear path.
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Slow down and use caution when making turns
and crossing roads and sidewalks.
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Do not operate the mower 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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Use care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck.
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Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
Maintenance and Storage
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Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
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Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank
inside a building where fumes may reach an open
flame or spark.
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Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
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To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,
silencer/muffler, battery compartment and fuel
storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive
grease.
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Keep all parts in good working condition and all
hardware and hydraulic fittings tightened. Replace
all worn or damaged parts and decals.
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If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
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Be careful during adjustment of the machine to
prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving
blades and fixed parts of the machine.
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Disengage drives, lower the cutting decks, set
parking brake, stop engine and remove key from
ignition. Wait for all movement to stop before
adjusting, cleaning or repairing.
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Clean grass and debris from cutting decks, drives,
silencers/mufflers, and engine to help prevent
fires. Clean up oil or fuel spillage.
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Use jack stands to support components when
required.
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