Toro 09850, Operator'S Manual

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Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, and proper training of
the personnel involved in the operation, transport,
maintenance, and storage of the machine. Improper
use or maintenance of the machine can result in injury
or death. To reduce the potential for injury or death,
comply with the following safety instructions.
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Read and understand the contents of this
Operator's Manual before operating the machine.
Become familiar with all controls and know how to stop
quickly. A free replacement manual is available by
sending complete Model and Serial Number to:
The Toro Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55420
Never allow children to operate the machine. Do
not allow adults to operate machine without proper
instruction. Only trained operators who have read this
manual should operate this machine.
Never operate the machine when under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.
Remove all debris or other objects that might
interfere with operation. Keep all bystanders away from
the work area.
Keep all shields and safety devices in place. If a
shield, safety device or decal is defective or damaged,
repair or replace it before operation is commenced.
Also tighten any loose nuts, bolts and screws to assure
machine is in safe operating condition.
Do not operate machine while wearing sandals,
tennis shoes, sneakers or shorts. Also, do not wear
loose fitting clothing which could get caught in moving
parts. Always wear long pants and substantial shoes.
Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes, ear protection
and a helmet is advisable and required by some local
ordinances and insurance regulations.
Fill fuel tank with gasoline before starting the
engine. Avoid spilling gasoline. Since gasoline is
flammable, handle it carefully.
A. Use an approved gasoline container.
B. Do not fill tank while engine is hot or running.
C. Do not smoke while handling gasoline.
D. Fill fuel tank outdoors and up to about one
inch (25 mm) from top of the tank, not the filler
neck.
E. Wipe up any spilled gasoline.
Check interlock switches daily for proper
operation. If a switch fails, replace it before operating
the machine. The interlock system is for your
protection, so do not bypass it. Replace all interlock
switches every two years.
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or pet appears unexpectedly in or near the WORKING
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Keep hands and feet away from nozzle area. High
velocity water jets can penetrate hands and feet.
Penetration by the high velocity water jets can cause
serious personal injury. If accidental penetration
occurs, seek medical attention immediately.
Never use chemicals in the water supply system.
Do not operate water injection system on concrete
or asphalt because water jets will permanently
damage these surfaces.
Do not run the engine in a confined area without
adequate ventilation. Exhaust fumes are hazardous
and could possibly be deadly.
Using the machine demands attention, and to
prevent loss of control:
A. Use only in daylight or when there is good
artificial light.
B. Watch for holes or other hidden hazards.
C. Do not transport machine close to a sand
trap, ditch, creek or other hazard.
If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally, shut the
engine off. Remove wires from spark plugs to prevent
possibility of accidental starting. Check machine for
damage and defective parts. Repair any damage
before restarting the engine and operating the
machine.
Do not touch engine or muffler while engine is
running or soon after it is stopped. These areas could
be hot enough to cause a burn.
When leaving the machine unattended shut
engine OFF and remove key from ignition switch.
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Disconnect wires from spark plugs to prevent
accidental starting of the engine when servicing,
adjusting or storing the machine.
If machine must be tipped to perform maintenance
or an adjustment, close fuel shut-off valve, drain
gasoline from fuel tank, oil from crankcase and remove
battery.