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Since the Rake-O-Vac must be towed to operate, it is
extremely important that the tow tractor be carefully
selected to assure the best performance and safe
operation.
The tow tractor must have the proper wheel base and
tread width and equipped with a roll bar and seat belt to
operate safely on hilly terrain. The normal operating
speed is 6 mph but will vary with terrain and debris
being picked up. The maximum transport speed is 20
mph with slower speeds required on hilly terrain. Refer
to tractor Operator's Manual for information or tractor
service agency if you have any question on safe
operation.
The brakes of the tow tractor must have the capacity to
stop the Rake-O-Vac with hopper fully loaded and
traveling at the maximum recommended transport
speed.
The power take-off drive of the Rake-O-Vac
requires a tractor with operating speeds of 540 rpm
and output power of 20 hp or higher. Do not exceed the
540 rpm speed.
The Rake-O-Vac must comply with local road
requirements, if transported on public roads. A
Slow-moving vehicle sign has been provided. Signal
lights and brakes are not provided and may be
required in some areas.
# Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide which is an odorless, deadly poison. Carbon
monoxide is also known to the State of California to
cause birth defects. Do not run engine indoors or in an
enclosed area.
Operate the machine only after reading and
understanding the contents of this manual. A
replacement manual is available by sending complete
model and serial number to:
The Toro Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, Minnesota 55420-1196.
Never allow children to operate the machine or
adults to operate it without proper instructions.
Become familiar with the controls and know how to
stop the engine/sweeper quickly.
Keep all shields, safety devices and decals in
place. If a shield, safety device or decal is
malfunctioning, illegible, or damaged, repair or replace
it before operating the machine.
Always wear substantial shoes. Do not operate
machine while wearing sandals, tennis shoes or
sneakers. Do not wear loose fitting clothing which
could get caught in moving parts and cause personal
injury.
Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes, long pants
and a helmet is advisable and required by some local
safety and insurance regulations.
Keep everyone, especially children and pets away
from the areas of operation.
Since gasoline is highly flammable, handle it
carefully.
Use an approved gasoline container.
Do not remove cap from fuel tank when engine
is hot or running.
Do not smoke while handling gasoline.
Fill fuel tank outdoors and to about one inch
below top of tank, (bottom of filler neck). Do not
overfill.
Wipe up any spilled gasoline.
#
Exhaust fumes are hazardous and could be
deadly, so do not run the engine in a confined area
without adequate ventilation.
This product may exceed noise levels of 85 dB(A)
at the operator position. Ear protectors are
recommended, for prolonged exposure, to reduce the
potential of permanent hearing damage.
Never carry passengers on prime mover or allow
anyone to ride on sweeper.
Disengage clutch before starting sweeper engine.
Using the machine demands attention. To prevent
tipping or loss of control:
Use extreme caution around ditches, creeks or
other hazards.
Watch for holes or other hidden hazards.
Use caution when operating machine on a
steep slope. Reduce speed when making sharp
turns or when turning on hillsides.
Avoid sudden stops and starts.
Before backing up, look to the rear and assure
no one is behind the machine.
Watch out for traffic when near or crossing
roads. Always yield the right of way.