Toro Mower Safety - Toro 04021 Operator's Manual

Toro 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, ISO, or ANSI
standard.
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to
avoid serious injury or death.
Use of this product for purposes other than its intended
use could prove dangerous to user and bystanders.
Know how to stop the engine quickly.
Do not operate the machine while wearing tennis shoes
or sneakers.
Wearing safety shoes and long pants is advisable and
required by some local ordinances and insurance
regulations.
Handle gasoline carefully. Wipe up any spills.
Check the safety interlock switches daily for proper
operation. If a switch should fail, replace the switch
before operating the machine. After every two years,
replace all interlock switches in the safety system,
regardless if they are working properly or not.
Always stand behind the handle when starting and
operating the machine.
To start and stop the engine:
A. Open fuel shut-off valve.
B. Verify that the traction and reel drive control levers
on handle are in Neutral position.
C. Move on/off switch to ON position, set choke to
full choke position (cold start) and throttle to half
throttle.
D. Pull starter cord to start engine.
E. Move throttle to Slow and on/off switch to Off
position to stop engine.
To transport mower from one area to another:
F. Install transport wheels.
G. Disengage reel drive.
H. Start engine.
I. Press down on handle to raise front of mower and
engage traction drive.
Before beginning mowing operation:
J. Disengage traction drive.
K. Stop engine.
L. Remove transport wheels.
M. Start engine
N. Engage reel drive.
Using the machine demands attention. To prevent loss
of control:
– Do not drive close to sand traps, ditches, creeks, or
other hazards.
– Reduce speed when making sharp turns. Avoid
sudden stops and starts.
– When near or crossing roads, always yield the
right-of-way.
– Apply the service brakes when going downhill to
keep forward speed slow and to maintain control of
the machine.
The grass basket must be in place during operation of
the reels or thatchers for maximum safety. Shut the
engine off before emptying the baskets.
Do not touch the engine, muffler, or exhaust pipe
while the engine is running or soon after it has stopped
because these areas could be hot enough to cause
burns.
Stay clear of the rotating screen at the side of the
engine to prevent direct contact with your body or
clothing.
When a person or pet appears unexpectedly in or near
the mowing area, stop mowing. Careless operation,
combined with terrain angles, ricochets, or improperly
positioned guards can lead to thrown object injuries.
Do not resume mowing until the area is cleared.
Maintenance and Storage
Check all fuel lines for tightness and wear on a regular
basis. Tighten or repair them as needed.
If the engine must be running to perform a
maintenance adjustment, keep hands, feet, clothing,
and any parts of the body away from the cutting unit,
attachments, and any moving parts, especially the
screen at the side of the engine. Keep everyone away.
To ensure safety and accuracy, have an Authorized
Toro Distributor check the maximum engine speed
with a tachometer. Maximum governed engine speed
should be 3600 RPM.
If major repairs are ever needed or if assistance is
desired, contact an Authorized Toro Distributor.
Use only Toro-approved attachments and replacement
parts. The warranty may be voided if used with
unapproved attachments.
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