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Safety
Operator Safety
1. Read and understand this Operator’s Manual before
using this product. Be thoroughly familiar with the
proper use of this product.
2. Never allow children to operate the Brushcutter. It is
not a toy. Never allow adults to operate the unit
without first reading the Operator’s Manual.
3. Always wear eye protection that complies with ANSI
(American National Standards Institute) Z87–1.
4. Always wear hearing protection.
5. Always wear heavy, long pants, a long sleeved shirt,
boots and gloves. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry,
short pants, sandals, or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is
above shoulder length.
6. Never operate this Brushcutter when you are tired, ill,
or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
7. Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can cause death.
8. Keep handles clean of oil, fuel and dirt.
Brushcutter Safety
1. Make sure the Brushcutter is assembled correctly and
that the Brushcutter blade is correctly installed and
securely fastened as instructed in the Assembly
section.
2. Inspect the Brushcutter before each use. Replace
damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all
fasteners are in place and tightened securely. Follow
the maintenance instructions beginning on page 14.
3. Make sure the Brushcutter blade does not rotate at
engine idle speed. Refer to Idle Speed Adjustment,
page 16.
4. Inspect the Brushcutter cutting blade and replace any
parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged before
using the Brushcutter.
5. Make sure the blade shield is installed and positioned
correctly before using the Brushcutter.
6. Never use a cutting blade or replacement parts that are
not approved by Toro.
7. Maintain the Brushcutter according to the
recommended maintenance intervals and procedures in
the Maintenance section on page 14.
8. Shut off the engine and be certain the cutting blade has
completely stopped rotating before inverting the
Brushcutter, performing maintenance on or working on
the machine.
9. If running problems or excessive vibration occur, stop
immediately and inspect the unit for the cause. If the
cause cannot be determined or is beyond your ability
to correct, return the Brushcutter to your servicing
dealer for repair.
Fuel Safety
1. Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled and
stored carefully. Use a container approved for fuel for
storing gasoline and/or fuel/oil mixture.
2. Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no
sparks or flames.
3. Do not smoke near fuel or Brushcutter, or while using
the Brushcutter.
4. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop filling 1/4–1/2 inch
(6mm–13mm) from the top of the tank.
5. Wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the engine.
