Safety; General Safety - Toro 62925 Operator's Manual

Safety

To ensure maximum safety and best performance,
and to gain knowledge of the product, it is essential
that you and any other operator of the machine
read and understand the contents of this manual
before the engine is ever started.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.
Improperly using or maintaining this machine
could result in injury or death. To reduce this
potential, comply with the following safety
instructions.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,
an odorless, deadly poison that can kill you.
Do not run the engine indoors or in an
enclosed area.

General Safety

Training
• Read this operator's manual carefully. Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and the
proper use of the machine before starting it.
• Never allow children to operate the machine.
Local regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.
• Never allow adults unfamiliar with these
instructions to operate the machine.
• Never use the machine while people (especially
children) or pets are nearby. Stop the machine
if anyone enters the area.
• Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is
not alert to the presence of children. Children
are often attracted to the machine. Never
assume that children will remain where you
last saw them.
• Keep children out of the work area and under
the watchful care of a responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn the machine off if children
enter the area.
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure
vision.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.
• See the manufacturer's instructions for proper
operation and installation of accessories. Use
only the accessories that are approved by the
manufacturer.
Preparation
• While operating, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers.
• Do not operate the machine when barefoot or
wearing open sandals.
• Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields when operating the machine.
• Warning: Gasoline is highly flammable. Take
the following precautions:
– Store fuel in containers specifically designed
for this purpose.
– Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke
while refuelling.
– Add fuel before starting the engine. Never
remove the cap of the fuel tank or add
gasoline while the engine is running or
when the engine is hot.
– If gasoline is spilled, do not attempt to start
the engine. Move the machine away from
the area of spillage to avoid creating any
source of ignition until the gasoline vapors
have dissipated.
– Replace all fuel tank and container caps
securely.
– If you must drain the fuel from the fuel
tank, do it outdoors.
• Replace faulty mufflers.
• Before using, always visually inspect the
machine for wear or damage. Replace worn
or damaged parts.
Operation
• Do not operate the engine in a confined space
where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
collect.
• Operate only in daylight or in good artificial
light.
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