Toro Riding Mower Safety - Toro Timecutter Z4200 Manual Del Operador

approved hitch. The following guidelines apply when
towing with the approved hitch _t installed.
• Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed
for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except
at the hitch point.
• Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for
weight limits for towed equipment and towing on
slopes.
• Never allow children or others in or on towed
equipment.
• On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may
cause loss of traction and loss of control.
• Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.
Service
Safe Handling of Gasoline:
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extra
care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are
flammable and the vapors are explosNe.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
• Use only an approved container.
• Never remove the gas cap or add fuel when the
engine is running. Allow the engine to cool before
refueling.
Never refuel the machine indoors.
Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame, such as near a water
heater or furnace.
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer vdth a plastic liner. ARvays place containers on
the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck
or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not
possible, then refuel such equipment vdth a portable
container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser
nozzle.
• Keep the nozzle in contact vdth the rim of the fuel
tank or container opening at all times until the fueling
is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
• Never overfill the fuel tank. Replace gas cap and
tighten securely.
General Service:
• Never operate a machine inside a closed area. Engine
exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an
odorless, deadly poison that can _ll you.
Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade
attachment bolts. Keep equipment in good
condition.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularl>
Keep the machine free of grass, leaves, or other
debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage fuel
soaked debris. Allow the machine to cool before
storing.
Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an
object. Repair, if necessary before restarting.
Never make any adjustments or repairs vdth the
engine running.
Grass catcher components are subject to wear,
damage and deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
Frequently check components and replace with
manufacturers' recommended parts, when necessar>
Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when
servicing them.
Check for proper brake operation frequently. Adjust
and service as required.
Maintain or replace safeff and instruction decals as
necessary.
Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure
that original standards are maintained.
Toro Riding Mower Safety
The following list contains safety information specific to
Toro products or other safety information that you must
M_ow that is not included in the ANSI standards.
Stop the engine, disconnect spark plug wire(s) and
remove key before performing aW service, repairs,
maintenance or adjustments.
Keep hands, feet, hair, and loose clothing away from
attachment discharge area, underside of mower and
any moving parts while engine is running.
Do not touch equipment or attachment parts which
may be hot from operation. Allow to cool before
attempting to maintain, adjust or service.
Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. Avoid
contact with s_n, eyes, and clothing. Protect your
face, eyes, and clothing when wor_ng vdth a batter>
Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks
and flames away from batter>