Preparation
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While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long
trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot
or wearing open sandals.
•
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to
be used, and remove all objects which can be thrown by
the machine.
•
Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blade,
blade bolts, and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged.
Replace a worn or damaged blade and bolts as a set to
preserve balance.
•
Toro recommends that the mower should be supplied
with a residual current device (RCD) having a tripping
current of not more than 30 mA.
•
Use only 1.00 mm
2
size extension cord no more than 30
m long suitable for outdoor use (if applicable).
•
Regularly inspect the power cords for signs of damage or
aging. Replace immediately if defective.
•
Do not use the mower if any power cord is damaged or
worn.
•
Do not connect a damaged extension cord to the mains
supply or touch a damaged cord before it is disconnected
from the mains supply. A damaged cord can lead to
contact with live parts.
Handling
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Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
•
Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where
feasible.
•
Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
•
Walk; never run.
•
For wheeled rotary mowers, mow across the face of
slopes, never up and down.
•
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
•
Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
•
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawn
mower toward you.
•
Switch off the mower when transporting it from one
cutting area to another. Stop the blade whenever you
move the mower off the lawn.
•
Never operate the lawn mower with defective guards or
without mounted safety devices (for example, deflectors
and/or grass catchers) in place.
•
Switch on the motor carefully according to instructions
and with feet well away from the blade.
•
Do not tilt the lawn mower when switching on the motor,
except if the lawn mower has to be tilted for starting. In
this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and
lift only the part which is away from the operator. Always
ensure that both hands are in the operating position
before returning the appliance to the ground.
•
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
•
Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the motor is
running.
•
Pull the plug from the socket:
–
whenever you leave the lawn mower;
–
before clearing a blockage or removing material from
the 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 lawn mower;
–
if the lawn mower starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately).
•
If the extension cord becomes damaged during use, stop
the mower, remove plug from the mains supply, and
replace the damaged extension cord.
•
Do not touch the blades before the machine is
disconnected from the mains supply and the blades have
come to a complete stop.
•
Keep the extension cord away from the blades. The
blades can cause damage to the extension cord and lead
to contact with live parts.
Maintenance and Storage
•
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
•
Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or
deterioration.
•
Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
•
Ensure that only the proper replacement cutting blade
is used.
•
Purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and
accessories.
Sound Pressure (Model 21180)
This unit has a sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 78
dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 2 dBA.
Sound pressure level was determined according to the
procedures outlined in EN 836.
Sound Power (Model 21180)
This unit has a guaranteed sound power level of 88 dBA,
which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 2dBA.
Sound power level was determined according to the
procedures outlined in ISO 11094.
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