While Operating - Toro ProForce 44538 Service Manual

While Operating

1. Operator should be on the tow vehicle when starting
the engine and when operating the ProForce Debris
Blower. Stay away from the blower when it is engaged.
2. Before starting the engine on the tow vehicle, refer
to tow vehicle Operator's Manual for safe starting proce-
dures.
3. Do not run engine of ProForce Debris Blower or tow
vehicle in a confined area without adequate ventilation.
Exhaust fumes are hazardous and could possibly be
deadly.
4. Be aware of the blower nozzle direction and do not
point it at anyone. Keep away from the nozzle opening
during machine operation.
5. Do not touch engine or exhaust system while the De-
bris Blower engine is running or soon after it is stopped.
These areas could be hot enough to cause burns.
6. If abnormal vibration is detected, shut off blower and
stop tow vehicle immediately. Determine source of
vibration and correct problem(s) before resuming the
use of blower.
ProForce Debris Blower
7. While operating, the combination of the tow vehicle
and the ProForce Debris Blower may exceed noise lev-
els of 85dB(A) at the operator position. Hearing protec-
tion is recommended for prolonged exposure to reduce
the potential of permanent hearing damage.
8. Before leaving the operator's position of the tow ve-
hicle:
A. Park on level surface and stop ProForce Debris
Blower engine. Make sure that all machine motion
has stopped.
B. Ensure that tow vehicle transmission or traction
lever is in neutral, set parking brake, stop engine and
remove key from ignition switch.
C. Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
the tow vehicle.
D. If blower use is complete, turn ProForce Debris
Blower ignition switch OFF and remove key from
switch.
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