Operator's Manual

Safe Operating Practices
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in
the traction unit operator’s manual before
operating the cutting unit.
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in
this operator’s manual before operating the
cutting unit.
• Never allow children to operate the cutting units.
Do not allow adults to operate traction unit or
cutting units without proper instruction. Only
trained operators who have read this manual
should operate the cutting units.
• Never operate the cutting units when under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.
• 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 assure the cutting unit is in safe
operating condition.
• Always wear substantial shoes. Do not operate
the cutting unit while wearing sandals, tennis
shoes, sneakers or shorts. Also, do not wear
loose-fitting clothing that 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 cutting unit’s reel
blades. Keep all bystanders away from the
mowing area.
• If the cutting blades strike a solid object or the
cutting unit vibrates abnormally, stop and shut
the engine off. Check the cutting unit for
damaged parts. Repair any damage before
restarting and operating the cutting unit.
• Lower the cutting units to the ground and
remove the key from the ignition switch
whenever the machine is left unattended.
• Be sure cutting units are in safe operating
condition by keeping nuts, bolts and screws
tight.
• Remove the key from the ignition switch to
prevent accidental starting of the engine when
servicing, adjusting or storing the machine.
• Perform only those maintenance instructions
described in this manual. If major repairs are
ever needed or assistance is desired, contact an
Authorized TORO Distributor.
• 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 manufactures.
Look for the TORO logo to assure genuineness.
Using unapproved replacement parts and
accessories could void the warranty of The Toro
Company.
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