Safety Instructions - Toro 08884 Operator's Manual

Safety
The SAND PRO was designed and tested to offer safe
service when operated and maintained properly.
Although hazard control and accident prevention partial-
ly 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, transport, maintenance, and
storage of the machine. Improper use or maintenance of
the machine can result in injury or death. To reduce the
potential for injury or death, comply with the following

safety instructions.

BEFORE OPERATING
1. Operate the machine only after reading and under-
standing the contents of this manual.
2. Never allow children to operate the machine or
adults to operate it without proper instructions.
3. Become familiar with the controls and know how to
stop the engine quickly.
4. 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.
5. Always wear substantial shoes. Do not operate
machine while wearing sandals, tennis shoes or
sneakers. Do not wear loose fitting clothing which
could get caught in moving parts and cause personal
injury.
6. Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes, long pants and
a helmet is advisable and required by some local
safety and insurance regulations.
7. Ensure the traction interlock switch is adjusted cor-
rectly so the engine cannot be started unless the
traction pedal is released and in neutral position.
8. Keep everyone, especially children and pets away
from the areas of operation.
9. Since gasoline is highly flammable, handle it care-
fully.
A. Use an approved gasoline container.
B. Do not remove the cap from the fuel tank when
the engine is hot or running.
C. Do not smoke while handling gasoline.
D. Fill the fuel tank outdoors and to about one
inch below the top of the tank, (bottom of
filler neck). Do not overfill.
E. Wipe up any spilled gasoline.
10. Check the safety interlock system daily for proper
operation. If the switch should malfunction, replace
it before operating the machine. (After every two
years, replace the interlock switch in the safety sys-
tem, whether it is working properly or not.)
WHILE OPERATING
11. Exhaust fumes are hazardous and could be deadly,
so do not run the engine in a confined area without
adequate ventilation.
12. Sit on seat when operating the machine. Never carry
passengers.
13. When starting the engine:
A. Make sure the traction pedal is released.
B. After the engine is started, keep your foot off
the traction pedal. Machine must not move. If
movement is evident, the neutral return bracket
is adjusted incorrectly; therefore, shut the
engine off and readjust bracket so machine
does not move when in neutral position. If the
engine does not start, check interlock switch
for proper adjustment.
14. Using the machine demands attention. To prevent
tipping or loss of control:
A. Use care when entering and leaving sand traps.
Use extreme caution around ditches, creeks or
other hazards.
B. Watch for holes or other hidden hazards.
C. Use caution when operating machine on a
steep slope. Reduce speed when making sharp
turns or when turning on hillsides.
D. Avoid sudden stops and starts. Do not go from
reverse to full forward without first coming to
a complete stop.
E. Before backing up, look to the rear and assure
no one is behind the machine.
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