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Note:
The mower blades should engage.
12.
Press the O
position for the PTO switch.
FF
Note:
The mower blades should disengage.
13.
Press the O
position for the PTO switch.
N
Note:
The mower blades should engage.
14.
Engage the parking brake.
Note:
The mower blades should disengage and
the engine should shut off.
15.
Press the O
position for the PTO switch.
N
16.
Try starting the engine.
Note:
The engine should not crank.
Performing Daily
Maintenance
Before starting the machine each day, perform the
Each Use/Daily procedures listed in
(page
22).
During Operation
During Operation Safety
General Safety
•
The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible
for accidents that may cause personal injury or
property damage.
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant
footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose
jewelry.
•
Use your full attention while operating the
machine. Do not engage in any activity that
causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
Before you start the engine, ensure that all drives
are in neutral, the parking brake is engaged, and
you are in the operating position.
•
Keep bystanders out of the operating area. Stop
the machine if anyone enters the area.
•
Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate
the machine when there is the risk of lightning.
•
Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if
you slip and contact the blade. Avoid mowing in
wet conditions.
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Maintenance
12
Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting
unit.
Look behind and down before backing up to be
sure of a clear path.
Use extreme care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
block your view.
Disengage the drive to the cutting unit and engage
the parking brake before adjusting the height of
cut.
Operate the engine only in well-ventilated areas.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which
is lethal if inhaled.
Do not leave a running machine unattended.
Before leaving the operating position (including to
empty the catchers or to unclog the cutting units),
do the following:
– Park the machine on level ground.
– Disengage the cutting unit and lower the
attachments.
– Engage the parking brake.
– Shut off the machine and remove the ignition
key (if equipped).
– Wait for all moving parts to stop.
– Shut off the machine and disengage the drive
to the cutting unit in the following situations:
◊ Before fueling
◊ Before clearing blockages
◊ Before checking, cleaning, or maintaining
the cutting unit
◊ After striking a foreign object or if an
abnormal vibration occurs. Inspect the
cutting unit for damage and make repairs
before starting and operating the machine
◊ Before leaving the operating position
– Use only accessories and attachments
approved by The Toro® Company.
– Be sure of your footing while using this
machine, especially when backing up. Walk;
do not run.
– Never operate with the discharge deflector
raised, removed or altered, unless you are
using a grass catcher.
– Never carry passengers on the machine.
– 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.
– Start the engine carefully according to
instructions and with your feet well away from
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