Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives,
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walks, or roads.
Stop the engine whenever you leave the
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equipment, before cleaning the mower or
unclogging the chute.
Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes
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to complete stop before removing grass catcher.
Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
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Do not operate the mower while under the
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influence of alcohol or drugs.
Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be
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sure of your footing; keep a firm hold on the
handle and walk; never run.
Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the
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engine is running.
Disengage the self-propelled mechanism before
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starting the engine.
If the equipment should start to vibrate
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abnormally, stop the engine and check
immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a
warning of trouble.
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
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with side shields when operating mower.
Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall
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accidents which can result in severe injury. All
slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on
a slope, do not mow it.
Mow across the face of slopes; never up and
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down. Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
Remove objects such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
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Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can
hide obstacles.
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
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embankments. The operator could lose footing or
balance.
Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
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Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could
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cause slipping.
Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert
to the presence of children. Children are often
attracted to the mower and the mowing activity. Never
assume that children will remain where you last saw
them.
Keep children out of the mowing area and under
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the watchful care of a responsible adult
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Be alert and turn mower off if children enter the
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area.
Before and while moving backward, look behind
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and down for small children.
Never allow children to operate the mower.
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Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
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shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure
vision.
Service
Use extra care in handling gasoline. It is
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flammable and vapors are explosive.
Use only an approved container.
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Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the
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engine running. Allow engine to cool before
refueling. Do not smoke.
Never refuel the machine indoors.
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Never store the machine or fuel container
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inside where there is an open flame, such as
a water heater.
Never run an engine inside a closed area.
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Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless,
deadly poison that can kill you.
Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed
area.
Never make adjustments or repairs with the
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engine running. Disconnect the spark plug wire,
and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent
accidental starting.
Keep all nuts and bolts, especially blade
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attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in
good condition.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
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proper operation regularly.
Keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris
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build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow
mower to cool before storing.
Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an
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object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments
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while the engine is running.
Grass catcher components are subject to wear,
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damage, and deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
Frequently check components and replace with
genuine Toro parts, when necessary.
Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
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blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when
servicing them.
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