Toro Groundsmaster 7200 Series Operator's Manual page 4

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Replace faulty silencers/mufflers.
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Before using, always visually inspect to see that the
attachments are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or
damaged components.
Safe Handling of Fuels
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To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme
care in handling fuel. Fuel is extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive.
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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources
of ignition.
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Use only an approved fuel container.
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Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running.
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Allow engine to cool before refueling.
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Never refuel the machine indoors.
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Never store the machine or fuel container where there is
an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water
heater or on other appliances.
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Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on
the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
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Remove equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it
on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment with a portable container, rather than from a
fuel dispenser nozzle.
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Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank
or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.
Do not use a nozzle lock open device.
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If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
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Never overfill fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and tighten
securely.
Operation
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Holding the attachment control pedals up or down during
operation is detrimental to the hydraulic system.
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Be alert, slow down and use caution when making turns.
Look behind and to the side before changing directions.
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Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an
odorless, deadly poison that can kill you. Do not run
engine indoors or in an enclosed area where fumes can
collect.
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Operate only in daylight or in good artificial light.
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Before attempting to start the engine, disengage all
attachment clutches and place in neutral.
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When operating near drop offs or bodies of water, do not
use on slopes greater than 15 degrees.
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Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.
– Use only approved draw bar hitch points.
– Limit loads to those you can safely control.
– Do not turn sharply. Use care when reversing.
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This machine is not designed or equipped for on-road
use and is a "slow-moving vehicle." If you must cross
or travel on a public road, you should be aware of and
comply with local regulations, such as required lights,
slow moving vehicle signs, and reflectors.
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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
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Never operate the machine with damaged guards, shields,
or without safety protective devices in place.
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Do not operate the machine 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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Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed
the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed may
increase the hazard of personal injury.
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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.
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If an attachment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the machine and check immediately for the cause.
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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).
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Disengage drive to attachments when transporting, not in
use or any time the attachment is in the raised position.
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Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment:
– before refuelling;
– before making height adjustment unless adjustment
can be made from the operators position.
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Use only Toro approved attachments.
Slope Operation
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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;
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