3
Safety
Safe Operating Practices
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Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the
traction unit operator’s manual before operating the
verticutters.
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Read, understand, and follow all instructions in this
operator’s manual before operating verticutters.
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Never allow children to operate the verticutters. Do not
allow adults to operate traction unit or verticutters
without proper instruction. Only trained operators who
have read this manual should operate the verticutters.
•
Never operate the verticutters when under the influence
of drugs or alcohol.
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Keep all shields and safety devices in place. If a shield,
safety device or decal is illegible or damaged, repair or
replace it before operation is commenced. Also tighten
any loose nuts, bolts, and screws to ensure the
verticutters are in safe operating condition.
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Always wear substantial shoes. Do not operate
verticutters while wearing sandals, tennis shoes,
sneakers or shorts. Also, do not wear loose fitting
clothing which could get caught in moving parts.
Always wear long pants and substantial shoes. Wearing
safety glasses, safety shoes and a helmet is advisable
and required by some local ordinances and insurance
regulations.
•
Remove all debris or other objects that might be picked
up and thrown by the verticutter reel blades. Keep all
bystanders away from the working area.
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If the verticutter blades strike a solid object or the unit
vibrates abnormally, stop and shut the engine off. Check
the verticutters for damaged parts. Repair any damage
before restarting and operating the verticutters.
•
Lower the verticutters to the ground and remove key
from ignition switch whenever machine is left
unattended.
•
Be sure verticutters are in safe operating condition by
keeping nuts, bolts and screws tight.
•
Remove key from ignition switch to prevent accidental
starting of the engine when servicing, adjusting or
storing the machine.
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Perform only those maintenance instructions described
in this manual. If major repairs are ever needed or
assistance is desired, contact an Authorized Toro
Distributor.
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To ensure optimum performance and safety, always
purchase genuine Toro replacement parts and
accessories to keep the Toro all TORO.
Never use
“will-fit” replacement parts and accessories made by
other manufacturers.
Look for the Toro logo to assure
genuineness. Using unapproved replacement parts and
accessories could void the warranty of The Toro
Company.
Safety and Instruction Decals
Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area
of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost.
93-6688
1. Warning—read the
instructions before
servicing or performing
maintenance
2. Cutting hazard of hand or
foot—stop the engine and
wait for moving parts to
stop.
