Safety; Training; Preparation; Operation - Toro 20709 Operator's Manual

DANGER signals an extreme hazard that will cause
serious injury or death if the recommended
precautions are not followed.
WARNING signals a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if the recommended precautions are
not followed.
CAUTION signals a hazard that may cause minor or
moderate injury if the recommended precautions are
not followed.
Two other words are also used to highlight
information. "Important" calls attention to special
mechanical information and "Note" emphasizes
general information worthy of special attention.

Safety

Training

1. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with
the controls and the proper use of the equipment.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the lawnmower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
3. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during
operation to protect eyes from foreign objects
that may be thrown from the machine. Wearing
of hearing protection, protective gloves and a
safety helmet is advisable and may be required
by local regulations.
4. Never mow while people, especially children, or
pets are nearby.
5. Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.

Preparation

1. While mowing, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or wearing open
sandals.
2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the
equipment is to be used and remove all objects
which may be thrown by the machine.
3. WARNING – Petrol is highly flammable.
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 petrol
while the engine is running or when the engine is
hot.
If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine but move the machine away from the area
of spillage and avoid creating any source of
ignition until petrol vapors have dissipated.
Replace all fuel tanks and container caps
securely.
4. Replace faulty silencers.
5. Before using, always visually inspect to see that
the blades, blade nuts and cutter assembly are
not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged
blades and nuts in sets to preserve balance.
6. On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating
one blade can cause other blades to rotate.

Operation

1. Do not operate the engine in a confined space
where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
collect.
2. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
3. Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass,
where feasible.
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