Toro Riding Mower Safety - Toro 30859 Operator's Manual

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Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.

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Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces other

than grass.

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When using any attachments, never direct discharge of

material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the

machine while in operation.

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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.

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Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed

the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed may

increase the hazard of personal injury.

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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.

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Disengage drive to attachments when transporting or not

in use.

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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.

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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.

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Keep hands and feet away from the cutting decks.

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Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of

a clear path.

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Slow down and use caution when making turns and

crossing roads and sidewalks.

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Do not operate the mower under the influence of alcohol

or drugs.

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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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Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a

trailer or truck.

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Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees,

or other objects that may obscure vision.

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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Keep all parts in good working condition and all hardware

and hydraulic fittings tightened. Replace all worn or

damaged parts and decals.

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If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.

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Be careful during adjustment of the machine to prevent

entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and

fixed parts of the machine.

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Disengage drives, lower the cutting decks, set parking

brake, stop engine and remove key from ignition. Wait

for all movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning or

repairing.

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Clean grass and debris from cutting decks, drives,

silencers/mufflers, and engine to help prevent fires. Clean

up oil or fuel spillage.

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Use jack stands to support components when required.

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Carefully release pressure from components with stored

energy.

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Disconnect battery before making any repairs. Disconnect

the negative terminal first and the positive last. Reconnect

positive first and negative last.

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Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. If possible,

do not make adjustments with the engine running.

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Charge batteries in an open well ventilated area, away

from spark and flames. Unplug charger before connecting

or disconnecting from battery. Wear protective clothing

and use insulated tools.