traps. Use extreme caution around ditches,
creeks or other hazards.
B. Watch for holes or other hidden hazards.
C. Use caution when operating the machine on
a steep slope. Reduce speed when making
sharp turns or when turning on hillsides.
D. Avoid sudden stops and starts. Do not go
from reverse to full forward without first
coming to a complete stop.
E. Before backing up, look to the rear and
assure no one is behind the machine.
F.
Watch out for traffic when near or crossing
roads. Always yield the right of way.
15. If optional Hitch Kit, model 08833, is installed
on the machine, vertical load on hitch should not
exceed 200 lbs.
16. Do not touch the engine, muffler or muffler
shield while the engine is running or soon after
it has stopped because these areas are hot
enough to cause burns.
17. If the machine ever vibrates abnormally, stop
immediately, turn the engine off, wait for all
motion to stop and inspect for damage. Repair
all damage before commencing operation.
18. Before getting off the seat:
A. Stop movement of the machine. Take pre-
cautions to prevent accidental starts, rolling
away, etc.
B. Shut the engine off and wait for all move-
ment to stop.
C. Lower attachments to the ground.
19. Whenever the machine is left unattended, be
sure engine is stopped, implement is lowered
and key is removed from ignition.
MAINTENANCE
20. Before servicing or making adjustments to the
machine, stop the engine and pull the spark plug
wire off the spark plug to prevent accidental
starting of the engine.
21. Make sure all hydraulic line connectors are tight,
and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in good
condition before applying pressure to the sys-
tem.
22. Keep body and hands away from pin hole leaks
or nozzles that eject hydraulic fluid under high
pressure. Use paper or cardboard, not hands, to
search for leaks. Hydraulic fluid escaping under
pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate
skin and do serious damage. If fluid is injected
into the skin it must be surgically removed with-
in a few hours by a doctor familiar with this
form of injury or gangrene may result.
23. Before disconnecting or performing any work on
the hydraulic system, all pressure in system
must be relieved by stopping the engine and
lowering attachments to the ground.
24. To make sure the entire machine is in good con-
dition, keep all nuts, bolts and screws properly
tightened.
25. If major repairs are ever needed or assistance is
required, contact an Authorized TORO
Distributor.
26. To reduce potential fire hazard, keep the engine
area free of excessive grease, grass, leaves and
accumulation of dirt.
27. If the engine must be running to perform a main-
tenance adjustment, keep hands, feet, clothing,
and any parts of the body away from the engine
and any moving parts. Keep everyone away.
28. Do not overspeed the engine by changing gover-
nor settings. Maximum engine speed is 3200
rpm. To assure safety and accuracy, have an
Authorized Toro Distributor check maximum
engine speed with a tachometer.
29. The engine must be shut off before checking oil
or adding oil to the crankcase.
30. To be sure of optimum performance and safety,
always purchase genuine TORO replacement
parts and accessories. Replacement parts and
accessories made by other manufacturers could
be dangerous. Such use could void the product
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