Maintenance And Storage - Toro 30807 Operator's Manual

Operation
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Do not operate the engine in a confined space where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
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Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
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Before attempting to start the engine, disengage all blade
attachment clutches, shift into neutral, and engage the
parking brake. Only start the engine from the operator's
position. Never remove the ROPS and always wear the
seat belts during operation.
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Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
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Remember there is no such thing as a safe slope. Travel
on grass slopes requires particular care. Do the following
to guard against overturning:
– Do not stop or start suddenly when going up or
downhill.
– Keep machine speeds low on slopes and during tight
turns.
– Stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden
hazards.
– Never mow across the face of the slope, unless the
mower is designed for this purpose.
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Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.
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Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
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Stop the blades from rotating before crossing surfaces
other than grass.
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When using any attachments, never direct discharge of
material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the
machine while in operation.
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Never operate the machine with damaged guards, shields,
or without safety protective devices in place. Be sure all
interlocks are attached, adjusted properly, and functioning
properly.
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Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed
the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed may
increase the hazard of personal injury.
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Do the following before leaving the operator's position:
– Stop on level ground.
– Disengage the power take-off and lower the
attachments.
– Change into neutral and set the parking brake.
– Stop the engine and remove the key.
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Disengage the drive to attachments, stop the engine, and
remove the ignition key in the following conditions:
– Before making height adjustments, unless the
adjustment can be made from the operator's position.
– Before clearing blockages
– Before checking, cleaning, or working on the mower
– After striking a foreign object or if an abnormal
vibration occurs (check immediately). Inspect the
mower for damage and make repairs before restarting
and operating the equipment. Torque all the spindle
pulley nuts to 176 to 203 N-m (130 to 150 ft-lb).
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Disengage the drive to attachments when transporting or
when not machine is not in use.
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Stop the engine and disengage the drive to attachments
before the following:
– Refueling
– Making height adjustment, unless the adjustment can
be made from the operator's position
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Reduce the throttle setting before stopping the engine
and, if the engine is provided with a fuel shut-off valve,
turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing.
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Never raise the cutting unit with the blades running.
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Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units.
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Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of
a clear path.
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Slow down and use caution when making turns and
crossing roads and sidewalks.
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Do not operate the mower under the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
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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.
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Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a
trailer or truck.
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The operator shall turn on flashing warning lights, if
provided, whenever traveling on a public road, except
where such use is prohibited by law.

Maintenance and Storage

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Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
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Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank inside a
building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
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Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
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To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,
silencer/muffler, battery compartment fuel storage area,
cutting units and drives free of grass, leaves, or excessive
grease. Clean up oil or fuel spillage.
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Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
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If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
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On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one blade
can cause other blades to rotate.
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When machine is to be parked, stored, or left unattended,
lower the cutting units unless a positive mechanical lock
is provided.
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Disengage drives, lower the cutting units, set parking
brake, stop engine and remove key. Wait for all movement
to stop before adjusting, cleaning or repairing.
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Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do not store
fuel near flames.
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