Slope Operation - Toro 23210 Operator's Manual

• Use extra care when handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
– Use only an approved container
– Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the
engine running. Allow the engine to cool before
refueling. Do not smoke.
– Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.
• Check that the operator presence controls, safety
switches, and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning
properly.
Operation
• Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
• Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes
and hidden hazards.
• Be sure all drives are in neutral before starting the
engine. Only start the engine from the operator's
position.
• Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be sure
to travel in the recommended direction on hillsides.
Turf conditions can affect the machine's stability.
• Slow down and use caution when making turns and
when changing directions on slopes.
• Never operate with the guards not securely in place.
Be sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted properly,
and functioning properly.
• Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
• Stop on level ground, lower the grinder, disengage
the hydraulics, and shut off the engine before leaving
the operator's position for any reason.
• Keep hands and feet away from the moving grinder
wheel and teeth.
• Look behind and down before backing up to be sure
of a clear path.
• Never carry passengers and keep pets and bystanders
away.
• Slow down and use caution when making turns and
crossing roads and sidewalks.
• Do not operate the machine under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
• Use care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck.
• Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
• Ensure that the area is clear of other people before
operating the machine. Stop the machine if anyone
enters the area.
• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always
lower the grinder, stop the engine, and remove the
key before leaving.
• Never jerk the controls; use a steady motion.
• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing
roadways.
• Do not touch parts which may be hot from
operation. Allow them to cool before attempting to
maintain, adjust, or service.
• Ensure that you operate the machine in areas where
there are no obstacles in close proximity to the
operator. Failure to maintain adequate distance from
trees, walls, and other barriers may result in injury
as the machine backs up during operation if the
operator is not attentive to the surroundings. Only
operate the unit in areas where there is sufficient
clearance for the operator to safely maneuver the
product.
• Before digging, have the area marked for
underground utilities, and do not dig in marked areas.
• Locate the pinch point areas marked on the machine
and keep hands and feet away from these areas.
• 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.

Slope Operation

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and
tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or
death. All slopes require extra caution.
• Do not operate the machine on hillsides or slopes
exceeding the angles recommended in the following
table.
Front Facing Rear Facing Uphill Side Facing Uphill
Uphill
12°
Note: See also the Slope Indicator (page 7).
• Operate up and down slopes with the front end
of the machine uphill.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
from the work area. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps,
as uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
• Use only Toro-approved accessories. Accessories can
change the stability and the operating characteristics
of the machine. Warranty may be voided if used with
unapproved accessories.
• Keep all movements on slopes slow and gradual. Do
not make sudden changes in speed or direction.
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18° 16°