Maintenance And Storage - Toro 03910 Operator's Manual

– 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 the drive to attachments, stop the engine, and
remove the ignition key in the following conditions:
– Before making height adjustments, unless the
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 (check immediately). Inspect the
cutting units for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating the equipment.
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Disengage the drive to attachments when transporting or
when not machine is not in use.
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Stop the engine and disengage the drive to attachments
before the following:
– Refueling
– Making height adjustment, unless the adjustment can
be made from the operator's position
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Reduce the throttle setting before stopping the engine
and, if the engine is provided with a fuel shut-off valve,
turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing.
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Never raise the cutting units with the reels running.
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Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units.
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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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The operator shall turn on flashing warning lights, if
provided, whenever traveling on a public road, except
where such use is prohibited by law.
Rollover Protection System
(ROPS)—Use and Maintenance
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The ROPS is an integral and effective safety device. Keep
a folding ROPS in the raised and locked position and use
the seat belt when operating the machine.
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Lower a folding ROPS temporarily only when absolutely
necessary. Do not wear the seat belt when folded down.
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Be aware there is no rollover protection when a folded
ROPS is in the down position.
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Be certain that the seat belt can be released quickly in
the event of an emergency.
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Check the area to be mowed and never fold down a
folding ROPS in areas where there are slopes, drop offs
or water.
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Check carefully for overhead clearances (i.e. branches,
doorways, electrical wires) before driving under any
objects and do not contact them.
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Keep the ROPS in safe operating condition by
periodically thoroughly inspecting for damage and
keeping all mounting fasteners tight.
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Replace a damaged ROPS. Do not repair or revise.
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Do not remove the ROPS.
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Any alterations to a ROPS must be approved by the
manufacturer.
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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