Operating Tips - Toro Pro Force 44553 Operator's Manual

parts that are worn or damaged before towing the
machine.
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The machine coupler is 5.1 cm (2 inches). The
towing vehicle ball hitch diameter must be . Use
of different ball diameter will create an extremely
dangerous condition which can result in separation
of the coupler and ball or ball failure.
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After the tow bar has been connected to the
machine, secure the machine coupler to the
towing-vehicle hitch and ensure that the lock lever
is in the locked position.
CAUTION
The safety chain is intended to prevent
complete separation of the machine from the
towing vehicle in the event of a tow bar failure.
If the safety chain is removed from the
machine, do not tow the machine.

Operating Tips

WARNING
Discharged air has considerable force and
could cause injury or loss of footing.
• Stay away from nozzle opening when
machine is operating.
• Keep bystanders away from nozzle
opening when machine is running.
DANGER
Tip over can cause serious injury or death.
• Never operate on steep slopes.
• Operate on slopes up and down, never
across the face.
• When going uphill or downhill, do not stop
or start suddenly.
• Stay alert for holes in the terrain or other
hidden hazards. To avoid tipping or loss of
control, do not drive close to a ditch, creek
or drop off.
• If the tow vehicle stops while going uphill,
back slowly downhill. Do not attempt to
turn.
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Never operate the machine when it is not
connected to a tow vehicle.
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Practice operating the blower. It is advisable
to blow the same direction the wind is blowing
to prevent material from blowing back into the
cleared area.
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Be aware of the blower nozzle direction and do not
point it at anyone.
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Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
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Reduce your speed when making sharp turns and
when turning on hillsides
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Before backing up, look to the rear and ensure
that no one is behind the machine.
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Do not run the engine in or direct the blower nozzle
into a confined area without adequate ventilation.
Exhaust fumes are hazardous and could possibly
be deadly.
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Run the engine at full throttle when operating.
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Adjust the nozzle opening so it blows under the
debris.
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Use caution when blowing around newly planted
sod as the force of the air could disrupt the grass.
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Do not use on highways.
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Stay away from the nozzle opening when the
machine is operating. Keep all bystanders away
from the nozzle opening and don't direct discharge
toward bystanders.
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If the towing-vehicle engine stalls or the machine
loses headway and cannot make it to the top of a
slope, do not turn the machine around. Always
back the towing vehicle slowly straight down the
slope.
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Do not take an injury risk! When a person or
pet appears unexpectedly in or near the operating
area, stop operation. Careless operation,
combined with terrain angles, ricochets, or
improperly positioned guards can lead to thrown
object injuries. Do not resume operation until the
area is cleared.
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Do not exceed 88 km/h (55 mph) when transporting
the machine.
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Do not touch the engine or muffler while the engine
is running or soon after it is stopped. These areas
could be hot enough to cause a burn.
Important:
Raise the nozzle to an upward
position before transporting the machine. If the
nozzle is left in a downward-facing position during
transport, the nozzle may contact the ground and
cause damage.
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