Toro 30370 Operator's Manual page 4

• 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
• Never operate the machine with damaged guards,
shields, or without safety protective devices in place.
• Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at
excessive speed may increase the hazard of personal
injury.
• 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.
• If an attachment should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the machine and check immediately for the
cause.
• 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).
• Disengage drive to attachments when transporting,
not in use or any time the attachment is in the raised
position.
• Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment:
– before refuelling;
– before making height adjustment unless
adjustment can be made from the operators
position.
• Use only Toro approved attachments.
Slope Operation
• 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;
• 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.
• Do not operate on slopes where slippery conditions
could reduce traction and could cause sliding and
loss of control.
• Do not make sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
• Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes.
• Remove or mark obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs,
etc. from the operating area. Tall grass can hide
obstacles.
• Watch for ditches, holes, rocks, dips, and rises that
change the operating angle, as rough terrain could
overturn the machine.
• Avoid sudden starts when operating uphill because
the machine may tip backwards.
• Do not operate on ice incapable of supporting the
weight of this machine.
Maintenance and Storage
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank
inside a building where fumes may reach an open
flame or spark.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
• To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,
silencer/muffler, battery compartment and fuel
storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
• If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
• When machine is to be parked, stored or left
unattended, lower the attachment unless a positive
mechanical lock is used.
• Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure
that original standards are maintained.
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