Adjusting The Cutting Height; During Operation; During Operation Safety - Toro TimeMaster 21200 Operator's Manual

Adjusting the Cutting Height

CAUTION
If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can severely burn you.
Keep away from the hot muffler.
Note:
To raise the machine, move the front and rear cutting-height levers forward; to lower the machine,
move the cutting-height levers rearward. Set all the wheels to the same height unless special circumstances
require otherwise; refer to

During Operation

During Operation Safety

General Safety
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; long pants; slip-resistant, substantial
footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair, secure loose clothing, and do not wear
jewelry.
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result
in serious personal injury. Shut off the engine,
remove the ignition key (electric-start model only),
and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
the operating position.
•
When you release the blade-control bar, the
engine should shut off and the blade should stop
Operating Tips (page 21).
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within 3 seconds. If not, stop using your machine
immediately and contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
•
Keep bystanders, especially small children, out of
the operating area. Stop the machine if anyone
enters the area.
•
Always look down and behind you before moving
the machine in reverse.
•
Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate
the machine when there is the risk of lighting.
•
Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if
you slip and contact the blade. Avoid mowing in
wet conditions.
•
Use extreme care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
block your view.
•
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other
hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause the
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