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5. When bagging grass, stop engine and ensure discharge
door is closed before removing and emptying bag.
6. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop
before unclogging discharge tunnel, removing grass
bag or discharge tunnel plug. Use a stick, not your
hand, to unclog discharge tunnel. Never attempt to
unclog the tunnel with the engine running.
7. Since the blade rotates for a few seconds after
releasing the blade control bar, stay behind the handle
until all moving parts stop.
8. After striking a foreign object or if mower vibrates
abnormally, stop engine and remove wire from spark
plug. Check mower for damage and make all repairs
before using mower again.
9. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop
before adjusting the height-of-cut.
10. Stop the blade when crossing a gravel driveway, road
or sidewalk.
11. Stop engine before leaving the operator’s
position—behind the handle. Disconnect wire from
spark plug if mower will be unattended or not used.
12. Do not touch engine while it is running or shortly after
it is stopped because engine will be hot enough to
cause a burn.
13. Refuel only when engine is cool.
Maintenance and Storage
1. Perform only those maintenance instructions described
in this manual. If major repairs are ever needed or if
assistance is desired, contact your local Authorized
TORO Service Dealer.
2. Before mower is cleaned, inspected, serviced, or
adjusted, stop engine and disconnect wire from spark
plug. Keep wire away from plug to prevent accidental
starting.
3. To ensure the mower is in safe operating condition,
frequently check and keep all nuts, bolts, and screws
tight. Ensure blade nuts are tightened to 15–27 ft–lb
(20–37 N
m).
4. To reduce fire hazard, keep engine free of excessive
grease, grass, leaves, and accumulation of dirt.
5. Check grass catcher bag frequently for wear or
deterioration. Replace with a new bag for your
protection. Check that replacement bags comply with
original TORO recommendations or specifications.
6. Allow engine to cool before storing mower in any
enclosure. Do not store mower near any open flame or
where gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark.
7. Do not overspeed the engine by changing governor
settings.
8. At the time of manufacture, the mower conformed to
the safety standards in effect for rotary mowers. To
ensure best performance and continued safety
certification of the mower, use genuine TORO
replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts
and accessories made by other manufacturers may
result in non-conformance with the safety standards,
and that could be dangerous.
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.
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