Maintenance And Storage - Toro 04054 Greensmaster 800 Operator's Manual

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Before leaving the operator's position:
– stop on level ground;
– disengage the cutting unit and traction drive;
– set the parking brake;
– stop the engine.
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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;
– before making height adjustments;
– 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 before stopping engine and, if
the engine is provided with a fuel shut-off valve, turn the
valve off at the conclusion of mowing.
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Keep hands and feet away from the cutting unit.
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Slow down and use caution when making turns and
crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop reels if not mowing.
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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.
Safe Handling of Fuels
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To avoid personal injury or property damage, use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources
of ignition.
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Use only an approved fuel container.
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Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running.
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Allow engine to cool before refueling.
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Never refuel the machine indoors.
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Never store the machine or fuel container where there is
an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water
heater or on other appliances.
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Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on
the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
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Remove equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it
on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment with a portable container, rather than from a
fuel dispenser nozzle.
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Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank
or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.
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Do not use a nozzle lock open device.
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If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
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Never overfill fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and tighten
securely.

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, and
fuel storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
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Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or
deterioration.
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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, disengage the cutting unit, set parking
brake, stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire. Wait
for all movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning or
repairing.
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Clean grass and debris from cutting unit, drives, mufflers,
and engine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel
spillage.
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Carefully release pressure from components with stored
energy.
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Remove the spark plug wire before making any repairs.
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Use care when checking the reel. Wear gloves and use
caution when servicing them.
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Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. If possible,
do not make adjustments with the engine running.
Hauling
1. Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a
trailer or truck.
2. Use full width ramps for loading machine into trailer
or truck.
3. Tie the machine down securely using straps, chains,
cable, or ropes. Both front and rear straps should be
directed down and outward from the machine.
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