Safety; Before Operating - Toro 12004 Operator's Manual

serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates
the location of the model and serial numbers on the
product.
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Figure 1
1. Location of the model and serial numbers
Write the product model and serial numbers in the space
below:
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has special
safety messages that help you and others avoid personal
injury and even death. Danger, Warning, and Caution are
signal words used to identify the level of hazard. However,
regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.
Danger signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or
death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate
injury if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
This manual uses two other words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note: emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.

Safety

Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner
can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions and always pay
attention to the safety alert
m–6044
symbol, which means
CAUTION, WARNING, or DANGER—"personal
safety instruction." Failure to comply with the
instruction may result in personal injury or death.
Warning
This vehicle is an off-highway vehicle only and is
not designed, equipped, or manufactured for use
on public streets, roads, or highways.

Before Operating

Operate the machine only after reading and
understanding the contents of this manual.
Never allow children to operate the vehicle. Anyone
who operates the vehicle should have a motor vehicle
license.
Never allow other adults to operate the vehicle without
first reading and understanding the Operator's Manual.
Make sure that all operators are physically and mentally
capable of operating the vehicle.
This vehicle is designed to carry only the operator and
one passenger in the seat provided by the manufacturer.
Never carry any other passengers on the vehicle.
Never operate the vehicle when under the influence of
drugs or alcohol. Even prescription drugs and cold
medicines can cause drowsiness.
Do not drive the vehicle when you are tired. Be sure to
take occasional breaks. It is very important that you stay
alert at all times.
Become familiar with the controls and know how to
stop the engine quickly.
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.
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.
Wearing safety glasses and long pants is advisable.
Avoid driving when it is dark, especially in unfamiliar
areas. If you must drive when it is dark, be sure to drive
cautiously, use the headlights, and even consider adding
additional lights.
Be extremely careful when operating around people.
Always be aware of where bystanders might be.
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