Service-Interval Chart
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Pre-Maintenance
Procedures
Pre-Maintenance Safety
•
Keep all parts of the machine in good working
condition and all hardware tightened, especially
blade-attachment hardware. Replace all worn or
damaged decals.
•
Never allow untrained personnel to service the
machine.
•
Before adjusting, cleaning, or repairing the
machine, do the following:
1.
Move the machine to level ground.
2.
Disengage the drives.
3.
Lower the cutting units.
4.
Move the traction pedal to the N
EUTRAL
position.
5.
Engage the parking brake.
6.
Move the throttle switch to the
LOW
-
IDLE
position.
7.
Shut off the engine and remove the key.
8.
Wait for all moving parts to stop.
•
Whenever you park or store the machine, or leave
it unattended, lower the cutting units unless you
use a positive mechanical lock.
•
If possible, do not perform maintenance on the
machine while the engine is running. If you must
run the engine to perform maintenance on the
machine, keep your hands, feet, other body parts,
and clothing away from all moving parts, the
mower-discharge area, and the underside of the
mowers.
•
Do not touch parts of the machine or an attachment
that may be hot from operation. Allow the parts
to cool before attempting to maintain, adjust, or
service them.
•
Use jack stands to support the machine and/or its
components when required.
•
Carefully release pressure from components with
stored energy.
•
If your machine requires major repairs or if you
desire assistance, contact an Authorized Toro
Distributor.
•
Use only genuine Toro replacement parts and
accessories. Replacement parts and accessories
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