Toro Riding Mower Safety - Toro 74560 Operator's Manual

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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 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 can
increase the hazard of personal injury.
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Before leaving the operator's position:
– 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, stop the engine, and
disconnect the spark plug wire(s) or remove the ignition
key
– before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;
– before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn
mower;
– after striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawn
mower 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 or not
in use.
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Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment
– before refuelling;
– before removing the grass catcher;
– before making height adjustment unless adjustment
can be made from the operator's position.
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 can 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,
battery compartment and fuel storage area free of grass,
leaves, or excessive grease.
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Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or
deterioration.
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Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
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If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done
outdoors.
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On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one blade
can cause other blades to rotate.
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When machine is to be parked, stored or left unattended,
lower the cutting means unless a positive mechanical lock
is used.

Toro Riding Mower Safety

The following paragraph contains safety information specific
to Toro products that is not included in the CEN standard.
Use only Toro-approved attachments. The warranty may be
voided if you use the machine with unapproved attachments.
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