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2.
Inspect the Brushcutter before each use. Replace
damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make sure
all fasteners are in place and tightened securely.
Follow the maintenance instructions beginning
on page 12.
3.
Make sure the Brushcutter blade does not rotate
at engine idle speed. Refer to Idle Speed
Adjustment, page 10.
4.
Inspect the Brushcutter cutting blade and replace
any parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged
before using the Brushcutter.
5.
Make sure the blade shield is installed and
positioned correctly before using the
Brushcutter.
6.
Never use a cutting blade or replacement parts
that are not approved by Toro.
7.
Maintain the Brushcutter according to the
recommended maintenance intervals and
procedures in the Maintenance section on
page 12.
8.
Shut off the engine and be certain the cutting
blade has completely stopped rotating before
inverting the Brushcutter, performing
maintenance on or working on the machine.
9.
If running problems or excessive vibration occur,
stop immediately and inspect the unit for the
cause. If the cause cannot be determined or is
beyond your ability to correct, return the
Brushcutter to your servicing dealer for repair.
Fuel Safety
1.
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be
handled and stored carefully. Use a container
approved for fuel for storing gasoline and/or
fuel/oil mixture.
2.
Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are
no sparks or flames.
3.
Do not smoke near fuel or Brushcutter, or while
using the Brushcutter.
4.
Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop filling 1/4–1/2
inch (6mm–13mm) from the top of the tank.
5.
Wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the
engine.
6.
Move the Brushcutter at least 10 feet (3 m) away
from the fueling location before starting the
engine (Fig. 2).
7.
Do not remove the Brushcutter fuel tank cap
while the engine is running, or right after
stopping the engine.
8.
Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
9.
Drain the tank and run the engine dry before
storing the unit.
10. Store fuel and Brushcutter away from open
flame, sparks and excessive heat. Make sure fuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from
water heaters, furnaces, electric motors, etc.
Power Brushcutter Operating
Safety
1.
THIS BRUSHCUTTER CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURIES. Read the instructions
carefully. Be familiar with all controls and the
proper use of the Brushcutter.
2.
Make sure the 3mm hex wrench has been
removed from the gearcase and boss adapter
before you start the engine (Fig 10).
3.
Avoid using the Brushcutter near rocks, gravel,
stones and similar material that would cause
harmful missiles.
4.
Keep children, bystanders and animals outside a
50 ft. (15 m) radius from the operator and
Brushcutter (Fig. 3).
5.
If you are approached while operating the
Brushcutter, stop the engine and Brushcutter
blade rotation.
6.
Use the Brushcutter only in daylight or good
artificial light.
