Toro 322006065, Operator'S Manual

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During Operation
During Operation Safety
General Safety
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Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant
footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose
jewelry.
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Use your full attention while operating the
machine. Do not engage in any activity that
causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
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Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Keep bystanders out of the operating area. Keep
small children out of the operating area and under
the watchful care of a responsible adult who is
not operating the machine. Stop the machine if
anyone enters the area.
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Always look down and behind you before moving
the machine in reverse or pulling the machine
toward you.
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Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate
the machine when there is the risk of lightning.
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Wet grass or leaves can cause injury if you slip
and fall. Avoid mowing in wet conditions.
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Use extreme care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
block your view.
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Do not direct the discharge material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall
or obstruction; material may ricochet toward you.
Stop the machine when crossing gravel surfaces.
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Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other
hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause you
to lose your balance or footing.
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If the machine strikes an object or starts to
vibrate, immediately shut off the engine, wait for
all moving parts to stop, and disconnect the wire
from the spark plug before examining the machine
for damage. Make all necessary repairs before
resuming operation.
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Do not pick up or carry the machine while the
engine is running.
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Always shut off the machine, wait for all moving
parts to stop, and allow the machine to cool before
adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
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If the engine has been running, it will be hot and
can severely burn you. Keep away from the hot
engine.
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Operate the engine only in well-ventilated areas.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is
an odorless, deadly poison.
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Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine.
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When shutting off the engine, reduce the throttle
setting and, if the engine is equipped with a
shut-off valve, shut off the fuel.
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Shut off the machine if you must tilt it to transport it
when crossing surfaces other than grass and when
transporting it to and from the operating area.
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Do not engage the bail when starting the engine.
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Start the engine carefully according to the
instructions and keep your feet away from the
cutting line.
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Do not tilt the machine when starting the engine
unless it is necessary. If you must tilt the machine,
do not tilt it more than necessary and lift only the
part that is away from you.
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Never replace the cutting lines with metal parts.
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Never adjust or repair the machine while the
engine is running. Always wear eye protection
whenever you make adjustments or repairs.
Slope Safety
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Mow across the face of slopes; never up and
down. Use caution when changing direction on
slopes.
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Do not mow on excessively steep slopes. Walk,
never run. Poor footing could cause a slip-and-fall
accident.
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Mow with caution near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments.
Starting the Engine
1. Set the engine on/off switch to the O
N
position.
2. Pull the recoil-start handle.
Note:
When you pull the recoil-start handle,
pull it lightly until you feel resistance, then pull it
sharply. Allow the rope to return to the handle
slowly.
Note:
If the machine does not start after several
attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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