Introduction; Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro 71429 Operator's Manual

Introduction

Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and
maintain your product properly. The information in this
manual can help you and others avoid injury and product
damage. Although Toro designs and produces safe
products, you are responsible for operating the product
properly and safely.
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or
additional information, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and
serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates
the location of the model and serial numbers on the
product.
Figure 1
1. Location of the model and serial numbers
Write the product model and serial numbers in the space
below:
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has special
safety messages that help you and others avoid personal
injury and even death. Danger, Warning, and Caution are
signal words used to identify the level of hazard. However,
regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.
Danger signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or
death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate
injury if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
This manual uses 2 other words to highlight information.
Important
calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note: emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.

Safety

This machine meets or exceeds the B71.1–2003
specifications of the American National Standards
Institute, in effect at the time of production. However,
improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner
can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions and always pay
attention to the safety alert
CAUTION, WARNING, or DANGER—"personal
safety instruction." Failure to comply with the
instruction may result in personal injury or death.

Safe Operating Practices

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The following instructions are from ANSI standard
B71.1—2003.
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to
avoid serious injury or death.
General Operation
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the
m-1856
• Do not place hands or feet near rotating parts or under
• Allow only responsible adults who are familiar with the
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,
• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing.
• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
• Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid
• Do not operate the mower without either the entire
• Slow down before turning.
• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn
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operator's manual and on the machine before starting.
the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
instructions to operate the machine.
which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.
Stop the machine if anyone enters the area.
Always look down and behind before and while
backing up.
discharging material against a wall or obstruction.
Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop
the blade(s) when crossing gravel surfaces.
grass catcher, discharge guard or other safety devices in
place and working.
off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove
key before dismounting.
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