Safety; Safe Operating Practices; General Operation - Toro E120 Manual Del Operador

Safety

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
This machine meets or exceeds CPSC blade safety
requirements for walk-behind rotary mowers and
the B71.1 specifications of the American National
Standards Institute, in effect at time of
production. However, improper use or
maintenance by the operator or owner can result
in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions and always
pay attention to the safety alert
means CAUTION, WARNING or
DANGER—"personal safety instruction." Failure
to comply with the instruction may result in
personal injury.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and personal injury when using electric lawn
mowers, always follow these basic safety precautions.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THIS MOWER
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!

Safe Operating Practices

This product is capable of amputating hands and feet
and throwing objects. Always follow all safety
instructions to avoid serious injury or death.
This mower is designed for cutting and mulching
grass or, when equipped with a grass bag, for
catching cut grass. Any use for purposes other than
these could prove dangerous to user or bystanders.

General Operation

1. Read this manual carefully before operating the
mower. Become familiar with the controls and
proper use of the mower. Never allow children
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under 16 years of age to operate the mower.
Never allow adults to operate mower without
proper instructions.
The operator of the mower is responsible for
keeping everyone, especially children and pets,
away from area of operation. The operator is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.
Thoroughly inspect area where mower will be
used and remove sticks, stones, wire, and debris
that could be picked up and thrown by mower.
Watch for foreign objects while mowing. Objects
struck by the lawn mower blade can cause severe
injuries to persons.
Wear long pants and substantial shoes. Do not
operate mower while wearing open-toed shoes,
jewelry, loose clothing or when barefoot. Use of
rubber gloves and footwear is recommended
when working outdoors.
Keep all guards, shields, safety devices, side
discharge chute or optional grass catcher in
place. Repair or replace damaged parts,
including decals. Never tamper with safety
devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
The motor and blade are designed to stop within
3 seconds after releasing the control bail. Ensure
that the control bail functions properly before
each use of mower. If the blade does not stop
within 3 seconds, or if there is a grinding or
scraping metal-to-metal noise when the control
bail is released, contact your local Authorized
Toro Service Dealer for proper "On/Off" and
blade brake adjustment or replacement.
Before using, always visually inspect to see that
the blades, blade fasteners and cutter assembly
are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or
damaged blades and fasteners in sets to preserve
balance.
Only use those accessories and attachments
designed to be used with this product. Use of
any accessory or attachment not designed for this
product may increase the risk of injury.
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