Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro MM-658H-P Operator's Manual

Safety

Improperly using or maintaining the machine 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

This machine is capable of amputating hands. Always follow
all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death.
WARNING
Machining or handling stone, masonry, concrete,
metal, and other materials can generate dust, mists,
and fumes containing chemicals, such as silica,
known to cause serious or fatal injury or illness,
such as respiratory disease, silicosis, cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
• Control dust, mist, and fumes at the source
where possible. Use water for dust suppression,
when feasible.
• Use good work practices and follow the
recommendations of the manufacturer
or supplier, CCOHS, OSHA, and other
occupational and trade associations.
• Always follow respiratory precautions.
• When the hazards from inhalation cannot be
eliminated, the operator and any bystanders
should wear a respirator approved by CCOHS or
OSHA for the material being handled.
WARNING
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless, deadly poison that can kill you.
Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed
area.
Training
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Read the Operator's Manual and other training material. If
the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read or understand
the information, it is the owner's responsibility to explain
this material to them.
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Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment,
operator controls, and safety signs.
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All operators and mechanics should be trained. The
owner is responsible for training the users.
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Never let children or untrained people operate or service
the equipment. Local regulations may restrict the age of
the operator.
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The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents or injuries occurring to people or damage to
property.
Towing
Check with your local county or state towing safety
regulations, in addition to meeting Transport Canada (or
Department of Transportation if in the U.S.) towing safety
regulations, before towing the machine.
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In order to reduce the possibility of an accident while
transporting the machine on public roads, make sure
the towing vehicle is mechanically sound and in good
operating condition.
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Shut off the engine before transporting the machine.
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When towing with a ball hitch, ensure that the ball hitch
you are using is the proper size for the hitch coupler on
the machine.
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When towing with a pintle hitch, ensure that the eye of
the tow pole is the correct dimension for the pintle hook.
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Inspect the hitch and coupling for wear. Never tow the
machine with damaged or defective hitches, couplings,
chains, or other components.
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Check the tire-air pressure on the towing vehicle and the
machine.
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Check the tire tread and sidewall for damage and wear.
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Properly attach the safety chains to the towing vehicle.
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Ensure that the directional and brake lights are working
properly.
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Ensure that the directional, backup, and brake lights of
the tow vehicle are working properly.
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Before towing check to make certain your machine is
correctly and securely attached to the towing vehicle.
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Ensure that the safety chains are properly secured to the
vehicle, and leave enough slack for turning.
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Do not carry any material in the machine when towing.
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Avoid sudden starts and stops. This can cause skidding,
or jackknifing. Smooth, gradual starts and stops will
improve towing.
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Avoid sharp turns to prevent rolling. Tow only with a
vehicle that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not
attach towed equipment except at the hitch point.
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Do not tow the machine faster than 88 km/h (55 mph).
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Use caution when backing up; use a spotter outside the
vehicle to guide you.
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Do not allow anyone to sit or ride on the machine.
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Disconnect the machine from the tow vehicle before
using it.
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Ensure that the you secure the machine from rolling
while the machine is parked.
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