Maintenance And Storage; Toro Snowthrower Safety - Toro CCR Powerlite 38172 Operator's Manual

Training
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Read the Operator's Manual carefully. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage
the controls quickly.
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Never allow children to operate the snowthrower.
Never allow adults to operate the snowthrower without
proper instruction.
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Keep the area of operation clear of all persons
(particularly small children) and pets.
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Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
Preparation
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Thoroughly inspect the area where you will use the
snowthrower. Remove all doormats, sleds, boards,
wires, and other foreign objects.
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Do not operate the snowthrower without wearing
adequate winter garments. Wear footwear that will
improve your footing on slippery surfaces.
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Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
– Use an approved fuel container.
– Never add fuel to a running or hot engine.
– Fill the fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never
fill the fuel tank indoors.
– Replace the fuel tank cap securely and wipe up any
spilled fuel.
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Use only the power cord supplied with the snowthrower
and a receptacle appropriate for use with the power
cord for electric-start motors.
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Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine
is running, except where specifically recommended by
Toro.
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Let the engine and the snowthrower adjust to the
outdoor temperature before starting to clear snow.
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Operating any powered machine can result in foreign
objects being thrown into the eyes. Always wear safety
glasses or eye shields while operating, adjusting, or
repairing the snowthrower.
Operation
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Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
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Exercise extreme caution when crossing gravel drives,
walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
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Do not attempt to clear snow from a crushed-rock or
gravel surface. This product is intended for use only on
paved surfaces.
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After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove
the ignition key, thoroughly inspect the snowthrower
for any damage, and repair the damage before operating
the snowthrower.
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If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration
is generally a warning of trouble.
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Stop the engine whenever you leave the operating
position, before unclogging the discharge chute, and
when making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections.
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When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain
that the rotor blades and all moving parts have stopped.
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Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting
it and for moving the snowthrower in or out of the
building. Open the outside doors; exhaust fumes are
dangerous.
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Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise
extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do
not attempt to clear steep slopes.
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Never operate the snowthrower without proper guards,
plates, or other safety protective devices in place.
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Never operate the snowthrower near glass enclosures,
automobiles, window wells, and drop-offs without
properly adjusting the snow discharge angle. Keep
children and pets away.
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Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to
clear snow at too fast a rate.
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Look behind and use care when backing up with the
snowthrower.
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Never direct the discharge at bystanders or allow anyone
in front of the unit.
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Never operate the snowthrower without good visibility
or light. Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm
hold on the handle. Walk; never run.

Maintenance and Storage

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Check all fasteners at frequent intervals for proper
tightness to be sure that the equipment is in safe
working condition.
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Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside
a building where ignition sources are present, such as
hot water and space heaters and clothes dryers. Allow
the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
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Always refer to this operator's manual for important
details if the snowthrower is to be stored for an
extended period.
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Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels when
necessary.

Toro Snowthrower Safety

The following list contains safety information specific to
Toro products or other safety information that you must
know.
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