Before Operation; Before Operation Safety - Toro 23512 Operator's Manual

Operation

Before Operation

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

Before Operation Safety

General Safety
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Never allow children or untrained people to
operate or service the machine. Local regulations
may restrict the age of the operator. The owner
is responsible for training all operators and
mechanics.
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Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
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Know how to stop the machine and shut off the
engine quickly.
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Check that operator-presence controls, safety
switches, and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate the machine unless they
are functioning properly.
•
Inspect the area where you will use the machine
and remove all objects that the machine could
contact.
•
Evaluate the terrain to determine the appropriate
equipment and any attachments or accessories
required to operate the machine properly and
safely.
Fuel Safety
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Use extreme care in handling fuel. It is flammable
and its vapors are explosive
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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other
sources of ignition.
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Do not remove the fuel cap or fill the fuel tank
while the engine is running or hot.
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Do not add or drain the fuel in an enclosed space.
•
Do not store the machine or fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such
as on a water heater or other appliance.
•
If you spill fuel, do not attempt to start the engine;
avoid creating any source of ignition until the fuel
vapors have dissipated.
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Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area, when
the engine is cold. Wipe up any gasoline that spills.
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Never fill the fuel tank inside an enclosed trailer.
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Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Add
gasoline to the fuel tank until the level is 6 to 13
mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch) below the bottom of the filler
neck. This empty space in the tank allows gasoline
to expand.
•
Store gasoline in an approved container and keep
it out of the reach of children. Never buy more
than a 30-day supply of gasoline.
•
Do not operate without the entire exhaust system
in place and in proper working condition.
In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely flammable
and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline
can burn you and others and can damage property.
•
Always place gasoline containers on the ground
away from your vehicle before filling.
•
Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle or
on a truck or trailer bed, because interior carpets or
plastic truck-bed liners may insulate the container
and slow the loss of any static charge.
•
When practical, remove fuel-powered equipment
from the truck or trailer, and fuel the equipment
with the wheels on the ground. If this is not
possible, then refuel such equipment on a truck or
trailer from a portable container rather than from a
gasoline dispenser nozzle.
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If you must use a fuel-dispenser nozzle, keep
the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank
or container opening at all times until fueling is
complete.
Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term
exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and
illness.
•
Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
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Keep your face away from the nozzle and the fuel
tank or conditioner opening.
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Keep fuel away from your eyes and skin.
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