Safety; General Machine Safety - Toro HoverPro 450 Operator's Manual

Specifications .................................................... 9
Operation .................................................................. 9
Filling the Fuel Tank ............................................ 9
Checking the Engine-Oil Level.......................... 10
Adjusting the Cutting Height ............................. 10
Starting the Engine ............................................11
Adjusting the Choke.......................................... 12
Stopping the Engine ......................................... 12
Operating Tips ................................................. 13
Maintenance ........................................................... 14
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ........... 14
Preparing for Maintenance ............................... 15
Replacing the Air Cleaner ................................. 15
Changing the Engine Oil ................................... 15
Servicing the Spark Plug................................... 16
Replacing the Flexi Blade ................................. 16
Cleaning the Machine ....................................... 17
Storage ................................................................... 17
Preparing the Machine for Storage ................... 17
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 18

Safety

This machine has been designed in accordance with
EN 14910.
Improperly using or maintaining this machine can
result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions.
Toro designed and tested this machine to offer
reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply
with the following instructions may result in personal
injury.
To ensure maximum safety and best performance,
and to gain knowledge of the product, it is
essential that you and any other operator of the
machine read and understand the contents of
this manual before the engine is ever started.
Pay particular attention to the safety alert symbol
(Figure 2) which means Caution, Warning, or
Danger-"personal safety instruction." Read and
understand the instruction because it has to do
with safety. Failure to comply with the instruction
may result in personal injury.

General Machine Safety

This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands
and feet and of throwing objects. Failure to observe
the following safety instructions could result in serious
injury or death.
Training
•
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the equipment.
•
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the machine. Local
regulations can restrict the age of the operator.
•
Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.
•
Understand explanations for all pictograms used
on the machine or in the instructions.
Gasoline
WARNING-Gasoline is highly flammable. Take the
following precautions.
•
Store fuel in containers specifically designed for
this purpose.
•
Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while
refueling.
•
Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove
the cap of the fuel tank or add gasoline while the
engine is running or when the engine is hot.
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