Toro TimeCutter HD X5450, Operator'S Manual

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Adjusting the Motion-Control
Levers
Adjusting the Height
You can adjust the motion-control levers higher or lower for
maximum comfort (
Figure 13 ).
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Figure 13
Adjusting the Tilt
You can adjust the motion-control levers forward or rearward
for your comfort.
1. Loosen the upper bolt holding the control lever to the
control-arm shaft.
2. Loosen the lower bolt just enough to pivot the control
lever forward or rearward (
Figure 13 ).
3. Tighten both bolts to secure the control lever in the
new position.
4. Repeat the adjustment for the other control lever.
During Operation
During Operation Safety
General Safety
•
The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible for
accidents that may cause personal injury or property
damage.
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including eye protection;
slip-resistant, substantial footwear; and hearing
protection. Tie back long hair and do not wear jewelry.
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
Never carry passengers on the machine and keep
bystanders and pets away from the machine during
operation.
•
Operate the machine only in good visibility to avoid holes
or hidden hazards.
•
Avoid mowing on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause the machine to slide.
•
Ensure that all drives are in neutral, the parking brake
is engaged, and you are in the operating position before
you start the engine.
•
Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting units.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
•
Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of
a clear path.
• Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees,
or other objects that may obscure your vision.
•
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel goes
over the edge or if the edge gives way.
•
Stop the blades whenever you are not mowing.
•
Stop the machine and inspect the blades after striking an
object or if there is an abnormal vibration in the machine.
Make all necessary repairs before resuming operation.
•
Slow down and use caution when making turns and
crossing roads and sidewalks with the machine. Always
yield the right-of-way.
•
Disengage the drive to the cutting unit and shut off the
engine before adjusting the height of cut (unless you can
adjust it from the operating position).
•
Never run an engine in an area where exhaust gases are
enclosed.
•
Never leave a running machine unattended.
•
Before leaving the operating position (including to empty
the catchers or to unclog the chute), do the following:
– Stop the machine on level ground.
– Disengage the power take-off and lower the
attachments.
– Engage the parking brake.
– Shut off the engine and remove the key.
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