Raising And Lowering The Seat; During Operation; During Operation Safety - Toro 31236 Operator's Manual

Turning the knob to the outside (+) raises the front part of
the armrest; turning the knob to the inside (-) lowers it.
Changing the Backrest Position
You can adjust the back of the seat to provide a more
comfortable ride. Position the back of the seat where it is
most comfortable.
Pull up the locking lever to release the backrest catch
13). When releasing the backrest catch, do not apply load to
the backrest by pressing against it.
By exerting pressure on or off the front or rear of the seat,
you can move the seat to the desired position. Release the
locking lever to lock the backrest.
Note: The backrest should not be able to move the into
another position after you have locked it.

Raising and Lowering the Seat

To access the hydraulic and other systems under the seat, you
must unlatch the seat and swing it forward.
1. Move the seat latch, located on the left side of the seat,
rearward to unlatch the seat and pull forward on the
top of the seat (Figure
1. Seat latch
2. To lower the seat, pull up the seat-latch-release bar and
lower the seat into the locked position.
14).
Figure 14
(Figure
1. Seat-latch-release bar

During Operation

During Operation Safety

General Safety
•
The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents that may cause injuries to himself/herself and
others and for damage to property.
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including eye protection;
slip-resistant, substantial footwear; and hearing
protection. Wearing safety shoes and long pants is
advisable and required by some local ordinances and
insurance regulations. Tie back long hair, secure loose
clothing, and do not wear jewelry.
•
Ensure that all drives are in the N
parking brake is engaged, and you are in the operating
position before you start the engine.
•
Keep all body parts, including hands and feet, away from
all moving parts.
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
Keep the direction of the mower discharge away from
people and pets.
•
Do not mow in reverse unless it is absolutely necessary. If
you must mow in reverse, look behind and down for small
children before and while moving the machine in reverse.
Stay alert and stop the machine if a child enters the area.
•
Use extreme care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view.
•
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel goes
over the edge or if the edge caves in.
•
Never carry passengers on the machine.
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