Toro 30789 Operator's Manual page 5

Do not use on slopes of more than
– 20 when mowing across a slope
– 30 when mowing up or down a slope
The maximum value of 50% of the limit of stability for
EN836 is
– 10 when mowing across a slope
– 15 when mowing up or down a slope
Remember there is no such thing as a safe slope. Travel
on grass slopes requires particular care. To guard
against overturning:
– do not stop or start suddenly when going up or
downhill;
– engage clutch slowly, always keep machine in gear,
especially when travelling downhill;
– machine speeds should be kept low on slopes and
during tight turns;
– stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden
hazards;
– never mow across the face of the slope, unless the
mower is designed for this purpose.
Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden
hazards.
Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.
– Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
– Limit loads to those you can safely control.
– Do not turn sharply. Use care when reversing.
– Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights when
suggested in the operator's manual.
Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces other
than grass.
When using any attachments, never direct discharge of
material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the
machine while in operation.
Never operate the machine with damaged guards,
shields, or without safety protective devices in place. Be
sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted properly, and
functioning properly.
Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at excessive
speed may increase the hazard of personal injury.
Before leaving the operator's position:
– 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.
Disengage drive to attachments when transporting or
not in use.
Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment
– before refuelling;
– before removing the grass catcher/catchers;
– before making height adjustment unless 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. Inspect the mower for damage and
make repairs before restarting and operating the
equipment.
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.
Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units.
Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of
a clear path.
Slow down and use caution when making turns and
crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop cylinders/reels if not
mowing.
Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not
point it at anyone.
Do not operate the mower under the influence of
alcohol or drugs
Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a
trailer or truck
Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees,
or other objects that may obscure vision.
Maintenance and Storage
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank inside a
building where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark.
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,
silencer/muffler, battery compartment and fuel storage
area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
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