Maintenance And Storage; Slope Operation - Toro 30381N Operator's Manual

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Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If lightning
is seen or thunder is heard in the area, do not operate
the machine; seek shelter.
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Before attempting to start the engine, disengage all
attachment clutches and place the control levers in the
neutral, locked position.
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When operating near drop-offs or bodies of water, do not
use on slopes greater than 15 degrees.
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Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.
– Use only approved draw bar hitch points.
– Limit loads to those you can safely control.
– Do not turn sharply. Use care when reversing.
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Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
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When using any attachments, never direct discharge of
material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the
machine while in operation. Some attachments, such as a
snowthrower, are capable of amputating hands and feet
and throwing objects
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Never operate the machine with damaged guards, shields,
or without safety protective devices in place.
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Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed
the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed may
increase the hazard of personal injury.
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Before leaving the operators position:
– disengage the power take off and lower the
attachments;
– place in neutral and set the parking brake;
– stop the engine and remove the key.
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If an attachment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the machine and check immediately for the cause.
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Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine, set the
parking brake and remove the ignition key:
– before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;
– before checking, cleaning or working on the
attachment
– after striking a foreign object. Inspect the attachment
for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the equipment;
– if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately).
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Disengage drive to attachments when transporting, not in
use or any time the attachment is in the raised position.
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Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment:
– before refuelling;
– before making height adjustment unless adjustment
can be made from the operators position.
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Use only Toro approved attachments.

Slope Operation

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Remember there is no such thing as a safe slope. Travel
on slopes requires particular care. To guard against
overturning:
– do not stop or start suddenly when on a slope;
– use slow speeds on slopes and during tight turns;
– stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden
hazards;
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Do not operate near drop-offs, ditches, steep banks or
water. Tracks dropping over edges can cause roll overs,
which may result in serious injury, death or drowning.
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Do not operate on slopes where slippery conditions
could reduce traction and could cause sliding and loss
of control.
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Do not make sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
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Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes.
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Remove or mark obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
from the operating area. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
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Watch for ditches, holes, rocks, dips, and rises that change
the operating angle, as rough terrain could overturn the
machine.
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Avoid sudden starts when operating uphill because the
machine may tip backwards.
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Do not operate on ice incapable of supporting the weight
of this machine.

Maintenance and Storage

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Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
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Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank inside a
building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
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Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
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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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Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
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If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
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When machine is to be parked, stored or left unattended,
lower the attachment unless a positive mechanical lock
is used.
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Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure that
original standards are maintained.
Hauling
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Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a
trailer or truck.
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Use full width ramps for loading machine into trailer or
truck.
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Tie the machine down securely using straps, chains, cable,
or ropes. Both front and rear straps should be directed
down and outward from the machine.
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