During Operation; During Operation Safety - Toro TimeCutter SS 5000 Operator's Manual

During Operation

During Operation Safety

General Safety
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The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible for
accidents that may cause personal injury or property
damage.
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Wear appropriate clothing, including eye protection;
slip-resistant, substantial footwear; and hearing
protection. Tie back long hair and do not wear jewelry.
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Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Never carry passengers on the machine and keep
bystanders and pets away from the machine during
operation.
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Operate the machine only in good visibility to avoid holes
or hidden hazards.
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Avoid mowing on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause the machine to slide.
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Ensure that all drives are in neutral, the parking brake
is engaged, and you are in the operating position before
you start the engine.
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Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting units.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
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Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of
a clear path.
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Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees,
or other objects that may obscure your vision.
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Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel goes
over the edge or if the edge gives way.
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Stop the blades whenever you are not mowing.
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Stop the machine and inspect the blades after striking an
object or if there is an abnormal vibration in the machine.
Make all necessary repairs before resuming operation.
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Slow down and use caution when making turns and
crossing roads and sidewalks with the machine. Always
yield the right-of-way.
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Disengage the drive to the cutting unit and shut off the
engine before adjusting the height of cut (unless you can
adjust it from the operating position).
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Never run an engine in an area where exhaust gases are
enclosed.
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Never leave a running machine unattended.
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Before leaving the operating position (including to empty
the catchers or to unclog the chute), do the following:
– Stop the machine on level ground.
– Disengage the power take-off and lower the
attachments.
– Engage the parking brake.
– Shut off the engine and remove the key.
– Wait for all moving parts to stop.
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Do not operate the machine when there is the risk of
lightning.
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Do not use the machine as a towing vehicle.
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Do not change the governor speed or overspeed the
engine.
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Use accessories and attachments approved by Toro only.
Slope Safety
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Slow down the machine and use extra care on hillsides.
Travel up and down on hillsides. Turf conditions can
affect the stability of the machine.
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Avoid turning the machine on slopes. If you must turn the
machine, turn it slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
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Do not turn the machine sharply. Use care when reversing
the machine.
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Use extra care while operating the machine with
attachments; they can affect the stability of the machine.
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