Maintenance And Storage - Toro 31598 Operator's Manual

Operation
• Before operating the machine be certain that the seat
belts are attached.
• Know how to stop the machine and engine quickly.
• Do not operate the machine while wearing tennis
shoes or sneakers.
• Wearing safety shoes and long pants is advisable and
required by some local ordinances and insurance
regulations.
• Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from moving
parts and the mower discharge area and underside of
the mower while the engine is running.
• Fill fuel tank until level is 1 inch (25 mm) below the
bottom of the filler neck. Do not overfill.
• Check the safety interlock switches daily for proper
operation. If a switch should fail, replace the switch
before operating the machine.
• Check carefully for overhead clearances (i.e.
branches, doorways, electrical wires) before driving
under any objects and do not contact them.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
• Reduce speed when making sharp turns.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose
traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly
straight down the slope. Avoid raising the side
cutting units on a slope.
• Avoid turning on slopes. If you must turn, turn
slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
• Never remove the ROPS from the machine.
• Always wear the seat belt when operating the
machine.
• Be certain that the seat belt can be released quickly if
the machine is driven or rolls into a pond or water.
• Watch for traffic when near or crossing roads.
Always yield the right-of-way.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. The machine could suddenly turn
over if a wheel goes over the edge of a cliff or ditch
or if an edge gives way.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause sliding.
• Machine should not be used as a tow vehicle.
• Use extra care with other attachments. These can
change the stability of the machine.
• Turn off the blades when not mowing.
• For operating environments exceeding 110 degrees
F (43 degrees C), consult Toro for special machine
needs.
• Do not operate the engine below 1350 rpm.

Maintenance and Storage

• Do not touch equipment or attachment parts which
may be hot from operation. Allow to cool before
attempting to maintain, adjust, or service.
• Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame, such as near a water
heater or furnace.
• Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade
attachment bolts. Keep equipment in good
condition.
• If the engine must be running to perform a
maintenance adjustment, keep hands, feet, clothing,
and any parts of the body away from the cutting
units, attachments, and any moving parts. Keep
everyone away.
• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service
as required.
• Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Protect your
face, eyes, and clothing when working with a battery.
• Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks,
and flames away from the battery.
• Do not use high pressure water near Info Center.
• The engine must be shut off before checking the oil
or adding oil to the crankcase.
• If major repairs are ever needed or if assistance is
desired, contact an Authorized Toro Distributor.
• To make sure of optimum performance and
continued safety certification of the machine, use
only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories.
Replacement parts and accessories made by other
manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use
could void the product warranty.
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