Service; Safe Handling Of Gasoline - Toro Recycler 20070 Operator's Manual

Tile following instructions have been adapted from the
ANSI/OPEl standard B71.1-2003.
This cutting machine can amputate hands and feet and
throw objects. Failure to observe the following safety
instructions could result in serious injury or death.
General Operation
• Read, understand, and follow aU instructions on tile
machine and in the manual(s) before starting.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under the machine.
Keep clear of the discharge opexfing at all times.
• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate tlfis maclfine.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, wire, toys, etc.,
which could be thrown bt the blade. Star behind the
handle when the engine is rmming.
• Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating.
Stop maclfine if anyone enters the area.
• Do not operate machine barefooted or wlfile wearing
sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.
• Do not pull maclfine backward unless absoluteh
necessar): A1wat s look down and belfind before and
while moving backward.
• Never direct discharged material toward axvone. Avoid
dischargil g material against a wall or obstruction.
Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop
the blade when crossing gravel surfaces.
• Do not operate machine without the entire grass
catcher, discharge guard, rear guard, or other safety
protective devices in place and worMng.
• Never leave a runnil g machine unattended.
• Stop the engine and wait until the blade comes to a
complete stop before cleaxfilg the machine, removilg
grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard.
• Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Do not operate machine wlfile under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
• Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure of
tour roofing; walk; never run.
• Disexgage the drive system, if so equipped, before
starting the engine.
• If the maclfine should start to vibrate abnorma11 B
stop the engine and check for the cause immediate1>
Vibration is general1) a warning of trouble.
• Alwat s wear eye protection when operating machine.
• See manufacturer's instructions for proper operation
and installafion of accessories. Only use accessories
approved bt the manufacturer.
Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents,
wlfich can result in severe injur> Operation on all slopes
require extra caution. If you feel uneast on a slope, do
not mow it.
• Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
• \'(qtch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall
accident. Tall grass can lfide obstacles.
• Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes.
Poor footilg could cause a slip and fall accident.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
"_%ucould lose your foofilg or balance.
Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of clfildren. Children are often attracted to
the maclflne and the mowing acfivitt: Never assume that
clfildren will remain where tou last saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult other than the
operator.
• Be alert and turn mower off if a clfild enters the area.
• Never allow children to operate the machine.
• [se extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that mat block tour view of a
clfild.
Service
Safe Handling of Gasoline
To avoid personal injury o1"property damage, use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources
of ignition.
• [se onN an approved gasoline container.
• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine
rumfil g. Allow engine to cool before refuelin&
• Never refuel the machine indoors.
• Never store the maclfine or fuel container where there
is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water
lleater or on other appliances.
• Never fill containers inside a velficle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers
on the ground awat from tour velflcle before fillilg.
• Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If tiffs is not possible,