Toro TimeCutter ZX480, Operator'S Manual

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serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates

the location of the model and serial numbers on the

product.

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Figure 1

1. 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

This machine meets or exceeds the B71.1–2003

specifications of the American National Standards

Institute, 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 ANSI standard

B71.1—2003.

This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to

avoid serious injury or death.

General Operation

•

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the

operator’s manual and on the machine before starting.

•

Do not place hands or feet near rotating parts or under

the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all

times.

•

Allow only responsible adults who are familiar with the

instructions to operate the machine.

•

Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,

which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

•

Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing.

Stop the machine if anyone enters the area.

•

Never carry passengers.

•

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.

Always look down and behind before and while

backing up.

•

Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not

point it at anyone. Avoid discharging material against a

wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward

the operator. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel

surfaces.

•

Do not operate the mower without either the entire

grass catcher or the guard in place.

•

Be alert, slow down and use caution when making

turns. Look behind and to the side before changing

directions.

•

Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn

off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove

key before dismounting.