Toro Recycler SR-21OSB Operator's Manual page 13

4. Wear long pants and substantial shoes. Do not
operate mower while wearing open-toed shoes,
jewelry, loose clothing or when barefoot.
5. 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.
6. Check fuel level before starting engine. Because
fuel is highly flammable, handle it carefully.
A. Use an approved container.
B. Fill fuel tank outdoors, not indoors.
NEVER ADD FUEL TO AN ENGINE
THAT IS RUNNING OR HOT.
C. Do not smoke while refueling.
D. Install gas cap on fuel container and gas
tank, and wipe up any spilled gasoline
before starting engine.
7. Keep all guards, shields, grass catchers and
safety devices in place. Repair or replace
damaged parts, including decals. Check all
safety devices before each use.
8. Before using, always visually inspect to see that
the blades, blade fasteners and cutter assembly
are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or
damaged blades and fasteners in sets to preserve
balance.
9. Traction drive, blade and engine are designed to
stop when control bar is released. Ensure control
and brake function properly before each use of
mower.
10. Disengage the self-propelled mechanism or drive
clutch before starting the engine.
While Operating
1. Do not run engine indoors.
2. Start the engine carefully according to
instructions and with feet well away from the
blade.
3. Always maintain secure footing. Keep a firm
grip on the handle and walk; never run. Never
operate mower in wet grass. Mow only in
daylight or in good artificial light.
4. Mow across the face of slopes; never up and
down. Use extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes. Do not mow excessively
steep slopes. Wear skid resistant shoes on slopes.
5. Keep face, hands, and feet away from the mower
housing and cutter blade when the engine is
running. Blade can cause injury to hands and
feet.
6. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling
the mower towards you.
7. Stay behind the handle until the engine stops and
keep clear of discharge opening at all times.
8. When bagging grass, stop engine and stay
behind handle until all moving parts stop before
removing and emptying bag.
9. When mowing, ensure grass bag is installed over
discharge opening.
10. Shut engine off and stay behind handle until all
moving parts stop before unclogging chute.
11. Since the blade rotates for a few seconds after
the control bar is released, stay behind the
handle until the engine stops.
12. After striking a foreign object or if mower
vibrates abnormally, stop engine and remove
wire from spark plug. Check mower for damage
and make all repairs before using mower again.
If major repairs are ever needed or if assistance
is desired, contact your local Authorized Toro
Service Dealer.
13. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to
stop before adjusting the height-of-cut.
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