Toro 18-52ZX TimeCutter, Operator'S Manual

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Model and serial number plate

Write the product model and serial numbers in the space
below:

Model No.

Serial No.

This manual identifies potential hazards and has special
safety messages that help you and others avoid personal
injury and even death. Danger, Warning, and Caution are
signal words used to identify the level of hazard. However,
regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.

Danger signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.

Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or
death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.

Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate
injury if you do not follow the recommended precautions.

This manual uses two other words to highlight information.

Important

 calls attention to special mechanical

information and Note: emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.

Safety

Safe Operation Practices for
Ride-on (riding) Rotary
Lawnmower Machines

This machine meets or exceeds European Standards in
effect at the 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 

 symbol, which means CAUTION,

WARNING, or DANGER—“personal safety
instruction.” Failure to comply with the instruction may
result in personal injury or death.

Safe Operating Practices

The following instructions are from the CEN standard EN
836:1997.

This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to
avoid serious injury or death.

Training

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Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the equipment.

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Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the lawnmower. Local regulations
can restrict the age of the operator.

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Never mow while people, especially children, or pets
are nearby.

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Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their
property.

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Do not carry passengers.

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All drivers should seek and obtain professional and
practical instruction. Such instruction should
emphasize:

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the need for care and concentration when working
with ride-on machines;

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control of a ride-on machine sliding on a slope will
not be regained by the application of the control
levers. The main reasons for loss of control are:

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insufficient wheel grip, especially on wet grass;

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being driven too fast;

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inadequate braking;