General Information; Think Safety First; Safety Information - Toro SnowMaster Manual

General Information

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PERSONAL SAFETY INSTRUC-
TION - read the instruction
because if has to do with your
safety. Failure to comply with the
instruction may result in personal
injury or even death.
This manual is intended as a service and
repair manual only. The safety instructions

Think Safety First

Avoid unexpected starting of engine...
Always turn off the engine and disconnect the
spark plug wire(s) before cleaning, adjusting,
or repair.
Avoid lacerations and amputations...
Stay clear of all moving parts whenever the
engine is running. Treat all normally moving
parts as if they were moving whenever the
engine is running or has the potential to start.
Avoid burns...
Do not touch the engine, muffler, or other
components which may increase in tempera-
ture during operation, while the unit is running
or shortly after it has been running.
Avoid fires and explosions...
Avoid spilling fuel and never smoke while
working with any type of fuel or lubricant.
Wipe up any spilled fuel or oil immediately.
Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel when
the engine is running. Always use approved,
labeled containers for storing or transporting
fuel and lubricants.
Avoid asphyxiation...
Never operate an engine in a confined area
without proper ventilation.
Toro® - SnowMaster® Service Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

provided herein are for troubleshooting, ser-
vice, and repair of the Toro SnowMaster
SnowMax snowthrowers. The SnowMaster
®
operator's manuals contain safety information
and operating tips for safe operating practic-
es. Operator's manuals are available through
your Toro parts source or:
The Toro Company
Publications Department
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Avoid injury from batteries...
Battery acid is poisonous and can cause
burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and
clothing. Battery gases can explode. Keep
cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from the
battery.
Avoid injury due to inferior parts...
Use only original equipment parts to ensure
that important safety criteria are met.
Avoid injury to bystanders...
Always clear the area of bystanders before
starting or testing powered equipment.
Avoid injury due to projectiles...
Always clear the area of sticks, rocks, or
any other debris that could be picked up and
thrown by the powered equipment.
Avoid modifications...
Never alter or modify any part unless it is a
factory approved procedure.
Avoid unsafe operation...
Always test the safety interlock system after
making adjustments or repairs on the ma-
chine. Refer to the Electrical section in this
manual for more information.
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