Toro Riding Mower Safety - Toro 30363N Operator's Manual

• When using any attachments, never direct discharge
of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near
the machine while in operation.
• Never operate the machine with damaged guards,
shields, or without safety protective devices in place.
• Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at
excessive speed may increase the hazard of personal
injury.
• Before leaving the operator's position:
– disengage the power take-off and lower the
attachments;
– change into neutral and set the parking brake;
– stop the engine and remove the key.
• Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine, and
remove the ignition key:
– before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;
– before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn
mower;
– after striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawn
mower for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating the equipment;
– if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately).
• Do not operate the mower under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
• 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.
• Disengage drive to attachments when transporting
or not in use.
• Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment
before refuelling.
Maintenance and Storage
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank
inside a building where fumes may reach an open
flame or spark.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
• To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,
silencer/muffler, battery compartment and fuel
storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
• If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
• On multi-bladed mowers, take care as manually
rotating one blade can cause other blades to rotate.
• When machine is to be parked, stored or left
unattended, lower the mower deck.

Toro Riding Mower Safety

The following list contains safety information specific to
Toro products or other safety information that you must
know that is not included in the CEN standard.
• Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is
an odorless, deadly poison that can kill you. Do not
run engine indoors or in an enclosed area.
• Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from
attachment discharge area, underside of mower and
any moving parts while engine is running.
• Do not touch equipment or attachment parts which
may be hot from operation. Allow to cool before
attempting to maintain, adjust, or service.
• Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Protect your
face, eyes, and clothing when working with a battery.
• This machine is not designed or equipped for
on-road use and is a "slow-moving vehicle." If you
must cross or travel on a public road, you should
be aware of and comply with local regulations, such
as required lights, slow moving vehicle signs, and
reflectors.
• Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks
and flames away from battery.
• Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure
that original standards are maintained.
• Use only Toro approved attachments. Warranty may
be voided if used with unapproved attachments.
Slope Operation
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, steep banks
or water. Wheels dropping over edges can cause
rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death,
or drowning.
• Do not mow slopes when grass is wet. Slippery
conditions reduce traction and could cause sliding
and loss of control.
• Do not make sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
• Use a walk behind mower and/or a hand trimmer
near drop-offs, ditches, steep banks or water.
• Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes.
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