Toro Riding Mower Safety - Toro CT2240 Operator's Manual

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 may 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/muffler, battery compartment and fuel storage
area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
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Keep all parts in good working condition and all hardware
and hydraulic fittings tightened. Replace all worn or
damaged parts and decals.
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If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
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Be careful during adjustment of the machine to prevent
entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and
fixed parts of the machine.
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On machines with multiple cutting units, take care as
rotating 1 cutting unit can cause other cutting units to
rotate.
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Disengage drives, lower the cutting units, engage the
parking brake, shut off the engine, and remove the key
from the ignition. Wait for all movement to stop before
adjusting, cleaning, or repairing.
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Clean grass and debris from cutting units, drives,
silencers/mufflers, and engine to help prevent fires. Clean
up oil or fuel spillage.
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Use jack stands to support components when required.
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Carefully release pressure from components with stored
energy.
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Disconnect the battery before making any repairs.
Disconnect the negative terminal first and the positive
last. Reconnect positive first and negative last.
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Use care when checking the cutting units. Wear gloves
and use caution when servicing them.
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Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. If possible,
do not make adjustments with the engine running.
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Charge batteries in an open well ventilated area, away
from spark and flames. Unplug charger before connecting
or disconnecting from battery. Wear protective clothing
and use insulated tools.
Hauling
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Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a
trailer or truck.
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Use full-width ramps for loading machine into trailer or
truck.
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Tie the machine down securely using straps, chains, cable,
or ropes. Both front and rear straps should be directed
down and outward from the machine.

Toro Riding Mower Safety

The following list contains safety information specific to Toro
products or other safety information that you must know that
is not included in the safety standards.
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to
avoid serious injury or death.
Use of this product for purposes other than its intended use
could prove dangerous to user and bystanders.
WARNING
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.
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Know how to shut off the engine quickly.
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Handle fuel carefully. Wipe up any spills.
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Check the safety interlock switches daily for proper
operation. If a switch should fail, replace the switch
before operating the machine.
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Using the machine demands attention. To prevent loss
of control:
– Do not drive close to sand traps, ditches, creeks, or
other hazards.
– Reduce speed when making sharp turns. Avoid
sudden stops and starts.
– When near or crossing roads, always yield the
right-of-way.
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Raise and latch the cutting units when driving from one
work area to another.
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Do not touch the engine, silencer/muffler, or exhaust
pipe while the engine is running or soon after it has
stopped because these areas could be hot enough to cause
burns.
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If the engine stalls or loses headway and cannot make it
to the top of a slope, do not turn the machine around.
Always back slowly, straight down the slope.
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When a person or pet appears unexpectedly in or near the
mowing area, stop mowing. Careless operation, combined
with terrain angles, ricochets, or improperly positioned
guards can lead to thrown object injuries. Do not resume
mowing until the area is cleared.
Maintenance and Storage
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Before servicing or making adjustments, stop the engine
and remove the ignition key.
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Ensure that the entire machine is properly maintained
and in good operating condition. Frequently check all
nuts, bolts, screws, and hydraulic fittings.
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Make sure all hydraulic line connectors are tight and all
hydraulic hoses and lines are in good condition before
applying pressure to the system.
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