Toro Riding Mower Safety - Toro 74402 Operator's Manual

– stay alert for humps and hollows and other
hidden hazards;
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Use care when pulling loads.
– Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
– Limit loads to those you can safely control.
– Do not turn sharply. Use care when reversing.
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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
or without safety protective devices in place.
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Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at
excessive speed can increase the hazard of personal
injury.
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Before leaving the operator's position:
– 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, stop the engine,
and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) or remove
the ignition key
– before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;
– before checking, cleaning or working on the
lawnmower;
– after striking a foreign object. Inspect the
lawnmower for damage and make repairs
before restarting and operating the equipment;
– if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately).
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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 adjustment unless
adjustment can be made from the operator's
position.
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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.
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 can 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,
battery compartment 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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Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
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If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be
done outdoors.
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When machine is to be parked, stored or left
unattended, lower the cutting means.

Toro Riding Mower Safety

The following list contains safety information specific
to Toro products or other safety information that you
must know that is not included in the CEN standard.
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Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which
is an odorless, deadly poison that can kill you. Do
not run engine indooors or in an enclosed area.
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Keep hands, feet, hair and looose clothing away
from attachment discharge area, underside of
mower and any moving parts while engine is
running.
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Do not touch equipment or attachment parts
which may be hot from operation. Allow to cool
before attempting to maintain, adjust, or service.
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Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Protect
your face, eyes, and clothing when working with
a battery.
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Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks,
and flames away from battery.
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Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure
that original standards are maintained.
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Use only Toro-approved attachments.
Slope Operation
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Do not mow slopes greater than 12-1/2 degrees.
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Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, steep banks,
or water. Wheels dropping over edges can cause
rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death,
or drowing.
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Do not mow slopes when grass is wet. Slippery
conditions reduce traction and could cause sliding
and loss of control.
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Do not make sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
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