Toro LT3340 Operator's Manual page 5

– machine speeds should be kept low on slopes and
during tight turns;
– stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden
hazards;
– Do not turn sharply. Use care when reversing.
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Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.
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Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
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Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces other
than grass.
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When using any attachments, never direct discharge of
material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the
machine while in operation.
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Never operate the machine with damaged guards, shields,
or without safety protective devices in place. Be sure all
interlocks are attached, adjusted properly, and functioning
properly.
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Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed
the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed may
increase the hazard of personal injury.
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Before leaving the operator's position:
– stop on level ground;
– disengage the drive to the cutterheads;
– lift cutterheads to the transport position and
securely lock the safety latches or alternatively lower
cutterheads to the ground;
– Ensure the transmission is in neutral and engage the
parking brake;
– stop the engine and remove the key.
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When transporting the mower:
– disengage the drive to the cutterheads;
– raise the cutterheads to the transport position;
– engage the transport latches and safety locking rings.
– stop the engine and remove the key.
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When driving the mower between work sites it is
important to ensure that the cutterheads cannot be
inadvertently lowered and started:
– disengage the drive to the cutterheads;
– raise the cutterheads to the transport position;
– engage the transport latches and safety locking rings.
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Stop the engine and disengage drive to the cutterheads:
– before refuelling;
– before making height adjustment unless adjustment
can be made from the operator's position.
– before clearing blockages;
– before checking, cleaning or working on the mower;
– after striking a foreign object or if an abnormal
vibration occurs. Inspect the mower for damage
and make repairs before restarting and operating the
equipment.
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Reduce the throttle setting during engine run-out and, if
the engine is provided with a shut-off valve, turn the fuel
off at the conclusion of mowing.
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Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units.
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Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of
a clear path.
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Slow down and use caution when making turns and
crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop cylinders/cutterheads
if not mowing.
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Do not operate the mower 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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Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a
trailer or truck.
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Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees,
or other objects that may obscure vision.
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 multi-cylinder/multi-cutterhead machines, take care
as rotating one cylinder/cutterhead can cause other
cylinders/cutterheads to rotate.
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Disengage drives, lower the cutting units, set parking
brake, stop engine and remove key from 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 battery before making any repairs. Disconnect
the negative terminal first and the positive last. Reconnect
positive first and negative last.
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