Before Operation; Before Operation Safety - Toro 58604 Operator's Manual

Operation
Note:
Determine the left and right sides of the
machine from the normal operating position.

Before Operation

Before Operation Safety

General Safety
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Do not allow children or untrained adults to operate
or service the machine. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
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Using this machine is strenuous. You must be in
good physical condition and mentally alert. If you
have any condition that might be aggravated by
strenuous work, check with your doctor before
operating the machine.
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Shut off the machine and wait for all moving parts
to stop before you leave the operator's position.
Disconnect the spark-plug wire, keep it away from
the plug to prevent accidental starting, and allow
the machine to cool before adjusting, fueling,
unclogging, servicing, cleaning, or storing the
machine.
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Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
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Check that all guards and safety devices, such as
deflectors, are in place and functioning properly.
Do not operate the machine unless they are
functioning properly.
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Know how to shut off the engine quickly.
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Keep bystanders, especially small children, and
pets out of the operating area.
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Thoroughly inspect the area where you will use
the machine and remove all objects that could
interfere with the operation of the machine or that
the machine could throw.
Fuel Safety
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Use extreme care in handling fuel. It is extremely
flammable and its vapors are explosive.
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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other
sources of ignition.
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Use only an approved fuel container.
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Do not remove the fuel cap or add fuel to the tank
while the engine is running or hot.
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Allow the engine to cool before filling the fuel tank.
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Do not fill the fuel tank indoors.
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Do not overfill the fuel tank. Replace the fuel cap
and tighten it securely after fueling. Clean up
spilled fuel before starting the engine.
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Do not fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck
or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place
containers on the ground, away from the vehicle
before filling.
•
Remove the machine from the truck or trailer
before filling the fuel tank. If this is not possible,
then add fuel from a portable container rather than
from a fuel-dispenser nozzle.
•
Keep the fuel-dispenser nozzle in contact with
the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at
all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a
nozzle lock-open device.
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If you spill fuel on your clothing, change your
clothing immediately.
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If you spill fuel, do not attempt to start the engine;
move the machine away from the spill and avoid
creating a source of ignition until the fuel vapors
have dissipated.
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If you must drain the fuel tank, do it outdoors.
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Store fuel in a fuel container and keep it out of the
reach of children.
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Do not store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank
or fuel container where there is an open flame,
spark, or pilot light, such as on a water heater or
other appliance. Allow the engine to cool before
storing the machine in any enclosure.
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Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term
exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and
illness.
– Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
– Keep your hands and face away from the
nozzle and the fuel-tank opening.
– Keep fuel away from your eyes and skin.
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