Toro 38584, Operator'S Manual

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potential, comply with the following safety
instructions.
This snowthrower is capable of amputating hands
and feet and of throwing objects. Failure to observe
the following safety instructions could result in
serious injury.
Training
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before operating this
unit. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and
the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop
the unit and disengage the controls quickly.
• Never allow children to operate the equipment.
Never allow adults to operate the equipment without
proper instruction.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children.
• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
Preparation
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is
to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards,
wires, and other foreign objects.
• Do not operate the equipment without wearing
adequate winter garments. Avoid loose fitting
clothing that can get caught in moving parts. Wear
footwear that will improve footing on slippery
surfaces.
• Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
– Use an approved fuel container.
– Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.
– Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never
fill fuel tank indoors.
– 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.
– When practical, remove gas-powered equipment
from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the
ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment on a trailer with a portable container,
rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
– Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of
the fuel tank or container opening at all times,
until refueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle
lock-open device.
– Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up spilled
fuel.
– If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
• Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by
the manufacturer for all units with electric starting
motors.
• Do not attempt to clear snow from a gravel or
crushed rock surface. This product is intended for
use only on paved surfaces.
• Never attempt to make any adjustments while
the engine is running (except when specifically
recommended by manufacturer).
• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during
operation or while performing an adjustment or
repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that may
be thrown from the machine.
Operation
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for
hidden hazards or traffic.
• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
remove the ignition key, thoroughly inspect the snow
thrower for any damage, and repair the damage
before restarting and operating the snow thrower.
• If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the engine and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
• Stop the engine whenever you leave the operating
position, before unclogging the rotor blade housing
or discharge chute, and when making any repairs,
adjustments or inspections.
• When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting the snow
thrower, stop the engine and make certain that the
rotor blades and all moving parts have stopped.
• Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting
the engine and for transporting the snow thrower
in or out of the building. Open the outside doors;
exhaust fumes are dangerous.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes.
• Never operate the snow thrower without proper
guards and other safety protective devices in place
and working.
• Never direct the discharge toward people or areas
where property damage can occur. Keep children
and others away.
• Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting
to clear snow at too fast a rate.
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