Safety
Improperly using or maintaining this mower can
result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions.
Toro designed and tested this mower for reasonably safe
service; however, failure to comply with the following
instructions may result in personal injury.
To ensure maximum safety, best performance, and
to gain knowledge of the product, it is essential
that you and any other operator of the mower read
and understand the contents of this manual before
the engine is ever started. Pay particular attention
to the safety alert symbol (Figure 3) which means
Caution, Warning, or Danger—“personal safety
instruction.” Read and understand the instruction
because it has to do with safety. Failure to comply
with the instruction may result in personal injury.
General Lawn Mower Safety
The following instructions have been adapted from EN
836.
This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands
and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the
following safety instructions could result in serious
injury or death.
Training
•
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the equipment.
•
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the mower. Local regulations can
restrict the age of the operator.
•
Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
•
Understand explanations for all pictograms used on
the mower or in the instructions.
Gasoline
WARNING
-Gasoline is highly flammable. Take the
following precautions.
•
Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this
purpose.
•
Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while
refueling.
•
Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove
the cap of the fuel tank or add gasoline while the
engine is running or when the engine is hot.
•
If gasoline is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine but move the mower away from the area of
spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition
until gasoline vapors have dissipated.
•
Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
Preparation
•
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 stones, sticks, wires, bones
and other foreign objects.
•
Before using, always visually inspect to see that
guards, and safety devices, such as deflectors are in
place and working correctly.
•
Before using, always visually inspect to see that the
blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn
or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and
bolts in sets to preserve balance.
Starting
•
Disengage all blade and drive clutches and place into
neutral before starting the engine.
•
Do not tilt mower when starting the engine or
switching on the motor, unless the 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.
•
Start the engine or switch on the motor carefully
according to instructions and with feet well away
from the blade(s).
Operation
•
Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If
lightning is seen or thunder is heard in the area, do
not operate the machine; seek shelter.
•
Never mow while people, especially children, or pets
are nearby.
•
Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
•
Avoid operating the lawn mower in wet grass, where
feasible.
•
Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden
hazards.
•
Never direct discharge of material towards
bystanders.
•
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
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