Safe Operating Practices - Toro 1800 Power Curve Operator's Manual

is ever started. Pay particular attention to the safety
alert symbol which means CAUTION,
WARNING OR DANGER — "personal safety
instruction." Read and understand the instruction
because it has to do with safety. FAILURE TO
COMPLY WITH INSTRUCTION MAY RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY.

Safe Operating Practices

IMPORTANT: Always follow all safety instructions to
avoid serious injury or death.
General Operation
Read this manual carefully before operating the
snowthrower. Become familiar with the controls and
proper use of the snowthrower. Never allow children
under 16 years of age to operate the snowthrower.
Never allow adults to operate snowthrower without
proper instructions.
The operator of the snowthrower is responsible for
keeping everyone, especially children and pets, away
from area of operation. The operator is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their
property. Always direct discharge chute away from
people.
Thoroughly inspect area where snowthrower will be
used and remove doormats, sleds, boards, sticks,
stones, wire and debris. Watch for foreign objects
while snowthrowing.
Wear adequate winter clothing and rubber boots that
will ensure proper footing on slippery surfaces. Do not
wear loose-fitting clothing that could possibly get
caught in moving parts.
Keep all shields and safety devices in place. If a
shield, safety device or decal is illegible, damaged or
lost, repair or replace it before beginning operation.
Also, tighten any loose nuts, bolts or screws.
Do not use snowthrower on gravel or crushed rock
surfaces. Flying debris may cause damage or personal
injury.
WARNING - To prevent electric shock, use only a
UL-approved extension cord suitable for outdoor use
in cold temperatures (refer to page 7 for proper size
and use). Replace a damaged extension cord
immediately.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has
a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other)
(Fig. 8) and will require the use of a polarized
extension cord. The appliance plug will fit into a
polarized extension cord only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the
plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct
polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord
will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. This
plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one
way. If the plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet,
reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet.
Do not change the equipment plug, extension cord
receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way.
To prevent disconnection of snowthrower cord from
extension cord during operation, tie extension cord to
loop in upper handle before connecting to
snowthrower; refer to Figure 7 on page 7 for proper
procedures.
While Operating
Keep people and pets a safe distance away from the
snowthrower and area of operation.
Avoid accidental starting. Don't carry plugged in
snowthrower with hand on control bar. Keep away
from control bar while plugging in cord.
If the extension cord is damaged in any manner while
plugged in, remove extension cord from wall
receptacle.
Do not abuse extension cord. Never carry snowthrower
by cord or pull sharply on cord to disconnect from
receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil and sharp
edges.
Always keep extension cord away from rotating parts
to prevent damage and electric shock.
Operate the snowthrower only when there is good
visibility or light. Always maintain secure footing and
balance, and keep a firm grip on the handle. Do not
overreach.
Do not use snowthrower on a roof.
Be attentive when using the snowthrower, and stay
alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.
Stay away from discharge opening while operating
the snowthrower. Keep face, hands, feet, and any
other part of your body or clothing away from
concealed, moving or rotating parts.
Never operate snowthrower near bystanders, glass
enclosures, automobiles, trucks, window wells or a
drop-off without proper adjustment of the snow
discharge angle; refer Operating Tips on page 8 for
correct operating procedure.
Clear snow from slopes by going up and down, never
across the face. Use caution when changing directions.
Never clear snow from steep slopes.
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