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machine. Make all necessary repairs before
resuming operation.
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Slow down and use caution when making turns
and crossing roads and sidewalks with the
machine. Always yield the right-of-way.
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Disengage the cutting unit and shut off the engine
before adjusting the height of cut (unless you can
adjust it from the operating position).
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Operate the engine only in well-ventilated areas.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which
is lethal if inhaled.
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Never leave a running machine unattended.
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Before leaving the operating position (including
to empty the catchers or to unclog the chute), do
the following:
– Park the machine on a level surface.
– Disengage the power take-off.
– Engage the parking brake.
– Shut off the engine and remove the ignition key.
– Wait for all moving parts to stop.
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Shut off the machine and disengage the drive to
the cutting unit in the following situations:
– Before fueling
– Before clearing blockages
– Before checking, cleaning, or maintaining the
cutting unit
– After striking a foreign object or if an abnormal
vibration occurs. Inspect the cutting unit for
damage and make repairs before starting and
operating the machine
– Before leaving the operating position
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Do not use the machine as a towing vehicle.
•
Use only accessories and attachments approved
by The Toro® Company.
Slope Safety
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Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control
and rollover accidents, which can result in severe
injury or death. You are responsible for safe slope
operation. Operating the machine on any slope
requires extra caution. Before using the machine
on a slope, do the following:
– Review and understand the slope instructions
in the manual and on the machine.
– Evaluate the site conditions of the day to
determine if the slope is safe for machine
operation. Use common sense and good
judgment when performing this evaluation.
Changes in the terrain, such as moisture, can
quickly affect the operation of the machine on
a slope.
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Operate across slopes, never up and down. Avoid
operation on excessively steep or wet slopes.
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Identify hazards at the base of the slope. Do
not operate the machine near drop-offs, ditches,
embankments, water, or other hazards. The
machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel goes
over the edge or the edge collapses. Keep a safe
distance (twice the width of the machine) between
the machine and any hazard. Use a walk-behind
machine or a handheld tool to operate in these
areas.
•
Avoid starting, stopping, or turning the machine on
slopes. Avoid making sudden changes in speed or
direction; turn slowly and gradually.
•
Do not operate a machine under any conditions
where traction, steering or stability is in question.
Be aware that operating the machine on wet
grass, across slopes or downhill may cause the
machine to lose traction. Loss of traction to the
drive wheels may result in sliding and a loss of
braking and steering. The machine can slide even
if the drive wheels are stopped.
•
Remove or mark obstacles such as ditches, holes,
ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden hazards. Tall
grass can hide obstacles. Uneven terrain could
overturn the machine.
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Use extra care while operating with accessories or
attachments. These can change the stability of
the machine and cause a loss of control. Follow
directions for counterweights.
•
If you lose control of the machine, step off and
away from the direction of travel of the machine.
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