Service Manual

Carefree Mower Service Manual 2 - 1
SAFETY INFORMATION
120 Volt Models
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 symbol which 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 usin
g
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 amputatin
g
hands and feet
and throwin
g
objects. Always follow all safety
instructions to avoid serious injury or death.
This mower is desi
g
ned for cuttin
g
and mulchin
g
g
rass
or, when equipped with a
g
rass ba
g
, for catchin
g
cut
g
rass. Any use for purposes other than these
could prove dan
g
erous 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
under 16 years of age to operate the mower.
Never allow adults to operate mower without
proper instructions.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. Before usin
g, 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.
8. 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.
9. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection
should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to
be used for the lawn mower.
Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI
protection and may be used for this measure of
safety.
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