Toro Groundsmaster 7210, Service Manual

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Before Operating the Machine (continued)
– If you spill fuel, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine
away from the spill. Avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors
have dissipated. Wipe up any spilled fuel.
While Operating the Machine
•
Sit on the seat when starting and operating the machine.
•
Anytime you park the machine (short or long term), lower the cutting deck
(or implement) to the ground.
IMPORTANT
When you lower the cutting deck fully to the ground, the pressure
from the lift circuit releases and prevents the cutting deck from
accidentally lowering.
•
If you park the machine on a slope, block or chock the wheels.
Before starting the machine
DANGER
The exhaust fumes are hazardous and have the potential of injury
or death.
Do not run the engine in a confined area without adequate ventilation.
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Ensure that the 2 drive handles are in the N
EUTRAL LOCK
position and the
PTO switch is in the O
FF
(disengaged) position.
3. After you start the engine, release the parking brake and keep the 2 drive
handles in the N
EUTRAL LOCK
position. Ensure that the machine does not
move.
Note: If machine movement is evident, the traction linkage is adjusted
incorrectly; therefore, shut off the engine and adjust the traction linkage until
the machine does not move when the 2 drive handles are in the N
EUTRAL
LOCK
position; refer to Traction Unit Operator’s Manual .
CAUTION
Running the engine causes the engine, radiator, and exhaust system
to become hot. Touching a hot engine, radiator, or exhaust system
can burn you.
Do not touch the engine, radiator, or exhaust system while the
engine is running or soon after you stop it.
Groundsmaster 7210 Page 1–3 Safety: Safety Instructions
16222SL Rev C