Toro 30934, Operator'S Manual

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Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes and
hidden hazards.
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Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is
engaged before starting engine. Only start engine from
the operator's position.
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Be sure of your footing while using this machine,
especially when backing up. Walk, don't run. Never
operate on wet grass. Reduced footing could cause
slipping.
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Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be sure to
travel side to side on hillsides. Turf conditions can affect
the machine's stability. Use caution while operating near
drop-offs.
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Slow down and use caution when making turns and when
changing directions on slopes.
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Never raise deck with the blades running.
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Never operate with the PTO shield, or other guards not
securely in place. Be sure all interlocks are attached,
adjusted properly, and functioning properly.
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Never operate with the discharge deflector raised,
removed or altered, unless using a grass catcher.
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Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed
the engine.
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Stop on level ground, disengage drives, engage parking
brake (if provided), shut off engine before leaving the
operator's position for any reason including emptying the
catchers or unclogging the chute.
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Stop equipment and inspect blades after striking objects
or if an abnormal vibration occurs. Make necessary
repairs before resuming operations.
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Keep hands and feet away from the cutting unit.
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Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of
a clear path.
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Keep pets and bystanders away.
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Slow down and use caution when making turns and
crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop blades if not mowing.
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Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not
point it at anyone.
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Do not operate the mower under the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
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Use care when loading or unloading the machine into
or from a trailer or truck.
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Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees,
or other objects that may obscure vision.
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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.
Safe handling of fuels
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To avoid personal injury or property damage, use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources
of ignition.
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Use only an approved fuel container.
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Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running.
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Allow engine to cool before refueling.
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Never refuel the machine indoors.
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Never store the machine or fuel container where there is
an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water
heater or on other appliances.
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Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on
the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
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Remove equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it
on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment with a portable container, rather than from a
fuel dispenser nozzle.
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Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank
or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.
Do not use a nozzle lock open device.
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If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
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Never overfill fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and tighten
securely.
Maintenance and storage
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Disengage drives, set parking brake, stop engine and
remove key or disconnect spark plug wire. Wait for all
movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning or repairing.
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Clean grass and debris from cutting unit, drives, mufflers,
and engine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel
spillage.
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Let engine cool before storing and do not store near
flame.
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Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do not store
fuel near flames or drain indoors.
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Park machine on level ground. Set parking brake. Never
allow untrained personnel to service machine.
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Use jack stands to support components when required.
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Carefully release pressure from components with stored
energy.
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Disconnect the battery or remove spark plug wire before
making any repairs. Disconnect the negative terminal first
and the positive last. Reconnect the positive first and
negative last.
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Use care when checking blades. Wrap the blade(s) or
wear gloves, and use caution when servicing them. Only
replace blades. Never straighten or weld them.
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Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. If possible,
do not make adjustments with the engine running.
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Keep all parts in good working condition and all hardware
tightened. Replace all worn or damaged decals.
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