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Maintenance
Waste Disposal
Engine oil, hydraulic oil and engine coolant are
pollutants to the environment. Dispose of these
according to your state and local regulations.
Mercury Tilt Switch
The tilt switch on this unit is located under the seat.
Tilt seat up to gain access.
The tilt switch on this unit contains mercury, a
hazardous material. Mercury that is outside a sealed
container vaporizes at room temperature. The vapors
are harmful. Mercury can be absorbed through the
skin. Do not attempt to open or repair this switch.
A very small amount of mercury is contained in a
hermetically sealed body. The steel switch is then
potted in a hard epoxy in a plastic case. It is unlikely
that the mercury will ever escape from the enclosure.
These high performance and reliable inexpensive
switches are recyclable.
Mercury is an important and beneficial compound but
requires special care in handling and disposal. When
used and managed properly, mercury is not a threat to
people or the environment. This information is
presented to users so that they are aware that these
switches contain mercury and will apply sound
disposal practices when these devices reach their
normal end of life or are damaged.
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Mercury Tilt Switch Disposal
Several states have passed laws concerning the
disposal of devices containing mercury. In all the
remaining states it is advisable to follow similar
procedures. The laws state that these sealed devices
contain mercury and should not be placed in the
garbage until the mercury is removed and reused,
recycled or otherwise managed to insure that it does
not become part of solid waste or waters.
Management and disposal practices must be within
relevant federal, state or local laws.
Return the switch to your Toro dealer if it is faulty
and is being replaced or if the unit containing the
switch is no longer operating and is being scrapped. If
the switch is damaged or broken open use extreme
caution in handling. Call your local waste
management authority or Toro Customer Service for
instructions.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
The mercury contained in the tilt switch is
poisonous.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Exposure to mercury can cause severe
illness.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never attempt to open or repair the tilt
switch.
Avoid contact with the mercury.
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