Safety; Safe Operating Practices; Supervisor's Responsibilities; Before Operating - Toro 07390 Workman HDX-Auto Operator's Manual

Safety

The machine meets the requirements of SAE J2258.

Safe Operating Practices

Important: The machine is designed primarily as an
off-road vehicle and is not intended for extensive use
on public roads.
When using the machine on public roads, follow all
traffic regulations and use any additional accessories
that may be required by law, such as lights, turn signals,
slow moving vehicle (SMV) sign, and others as required.
The Workman was designed and tested to offer safe service
when operated and maintained properly. Although hazard
control and accident prevention partially are dependent
upon the design and configuration of the machine, these
factors are also dependent upon the awareness, concern, and
proper training of the personnel involved in the operation,
maintenance and storage of the machine. Improper use or
maintenance of the machine can result in injury or death.
This is a specialized utility vehicle designed for off–road use
only. Its ride and handling will have a different feel than what
drivers experience with passenger cars or trucks. So take time
to become familiar with your machine.
Not all of the attachments that adapt to the machine
are covered in this manual. See the specific Operator's
Manual provided with each attachment for additional safety
instructions. Read these manuals.
To reduce the potential for injury or death, comply with
the following safety instructions:

Supervisor's Responsibilities

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Make sure operators are thoroughly trained and familiar
with the Operator's Manual and all labels on the vehicle.
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Be sure to establish your own special procedures and
work rules for unusual operating conditions (e.g. slopes
too steep for the safe operation of the machine).

Before Operating

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Operate the machine only after reading and understanding
the contents of this manual. A replacement manual is
available by sending complete model and serial number
to: The Toro® Company, 8111 Lyndale Avenue South,
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55420.
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This machine is designed to carry only you, the
operator, and one passenger in the seat provided by the
manufacturer. Never carry any other passengers on the
vehicle.
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Become familiar with the controls and know how to stop
the engine quickly.
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Never operate the machine when under the influence
of drugs or alcohol.
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Always wear substantial shoes. Do not operate the
machine while wearing sandals, tennis shoes, or sneakers.
Do not wear loose fitting clothing or jewelry which could
get caught in moving parts and cause personal injury.
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Wearing safety glasses, substantial safety shoes, long
pants, and a helmet is advisable and required by some
local safety and insurance regulations.
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Never allow children to operate the machine. Never
allow adults to operate it without proper instructions.
Only trained and authorized persons should operate
this machine. Make sure all operators are physically and
mentally capable of operating the machine.
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Keep everyone, especially children and pets, away from
the areas of operation.
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Check the safety interlock system daily for proper
operation. If a switch should malfunction, replace the
switch before operating machine.
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Keep all shields, safety devices and decals in place. If a
shield, safety device or decal is malfunctioning, illegible,
or damaged, repair or replace it before operating the
machine.
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Before operating the vehicle, always check all parts of
the vehicle and any attachments. If something is wrong,
stop using vehicle. Make sure the problem is corrected
before vehicle or attachment is operated again.
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Use only an approved nonmetal, portable fuel container.
Static electric discharge can ignite fuel vapors in a fuel
container that is not grounded. Remove the fuel container
from the bed of the machine and place it on the ground
and away from the vehicle before filling. Keep the
nozzle in contact with the container while filling the fuel
container. Remove equipment from bed of the machine
before fueling it.
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Operate the machine only outdoors or in a well ventilated
area.

Safe Handling of Fuels

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To avoid personal injury or property damage, use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources
of ignition.
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Use only an approved fuel container.
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Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running.
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Allow engine to cool before refueling.
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Never refuel the machine indoors.
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Never store the machine or fuel container where there is
an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water
heater or on other appliances.
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Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on
the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
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