Table Of Contents; Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro SGR-6 Operator's Manual

1. Safety-alert symbol
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
Contents
Safety ....................................................................... 3
Safe Operating Practices.................................... 3
Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 5
Product Overview ..................................................... 7
Controls ............................................................. 7
Specifications .................................................... 8
Attachments/Accessories ................................... 8
Operation .................................................................. 9
Before you Start.................................................. 9
Adding Fuel ........................................................ 9
Performing Daily Maintenance.......................... 10
Starting the Engine ............................................11
Shutting Off the Engine......................................11
Grinding a Stump...............................................11
Maintenance ........................................................... 13
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ........... 13
Engine Maintenance ........................................... 14
Servicing the Air Cleaner .................................. 14
Servicing the Engine Oil.................................... 15
Servicing the Spark Plug................................... 17
Fuel System Maintenance ................................... 18
Cleaning the Sediment Cup .............................. 18
Cooling System Maintenance .............................. 19
Cleaning the Engine Screen ............................. 19
Belt Maintenance ................................................ 20
Checking the Drive-Belt Tension ....................... 20
Adjusting the Drive Belt..................................... 20
Replacing the Drive Belt ................................... 21
Grinder Maintenance............................................ 21
Replacing the Teeth .......................................... 21
Cleaning .............................................................. 22
Removing Debris from the Machine .................. 22
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 23
Figure 2

Safety

Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner
g000502
can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions and always pay
attention to the safety-alert symbol
Caution, Warning, or Danger-personal safety
instruction. Failure to comply with the instruction may
result in personal injury or death.

Safe Operating Practices

This product is capable of amputating hands and feet.
Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious
injury or death.
WARNING
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,
an odorless poison that is fatal if inhaled.
Do not run the engine indoors or in an
enclosed area.
Training
•
Read the Operator's Manual and other training
material. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot
read English, it is the owner's responsibility to
explain this material to them.
•
Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
•
All operators and mechanics should be trained.
The owner is responsible for training the users.
•
Never let children or untrained people operate or
service the equipment. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
•
The owner/user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to himself or
herself, other people or property.
Preparation
•
Wear appropriate clothing including gloves, eye
protection, long pants, substantial slip-resistant
footwear, and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose
jewelry.
•
Inspect the area where you will use the equipment
and remove all objects, such as rocks, toys, and
wire, that the machine could throw.
•
Check that the operator's presence controls, safety
switches, and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate the machine unless they
are functioning properly.
3
, which means: