Clearing A Clogged Broom; Maintenance And Storage - Toro 23740 Operator's Manual

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Never operate the machine without proper guards, plates,
or other safety protective devices in place.
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Use only attachments and accessories approved by
the manufacturer of machine (such as wheel weights,
counterweights, cabs, etc.).

Clearing a Clogged Broom

WARNING
The rotating broom could cause serious injury.
Always use caution when cleaning the broom.
To clear the broom:
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Park the machine on level ground. Stop engine, wait
for all moving parts to stop, and remove the spark plug
wire(s).
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Sharp objects can become entangled in bristles. Use
gloves and caution when cleaning out the broom of
foreign objects; not bare hands.

Maintenance and Storage

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Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine
is running (except where specifically recommended by
the manufacturer).
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Check all fasteners at frequent intervals for proper
tightness to be sure that the machine is in safe working
condition.
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Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a
building where ignition sources are present, such as hot
water and space heaters, clothes dryers, etc. Allow the
engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
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Always refer to the instructions in the Operator's Manual
for important details if the machine is to be stored for
an extended period.
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Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
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When operating in snow conditions, run the machine a
few minutes after throwing snow to prevent freeze-up
of the broom and housing.
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