Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro Z Master Commercial 3000 Series Operator's Manual

Safety

This machine has been desined in accordance with
ANSI B71.4-2012.
Improper use or maintenance can result in injury.
To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these
safety instructions and always pay attention to
the safety-alert symbol, which means CAUTION,
WARNING, or DANGER—personal safety instruction.
Failure to comply with the instruction may result in
personal injury or death.
This machine was manufactured according to the
appropriate regulatory standards in effect at the time
of manufacture. Modifying this machine in any way
may cause it to be out of compliance with those
standards and with the instructions in this Operator's
Manual. Modifications to this machine should only
be made by either the manufacturer or an Authorized
Toro Dealer.
This product is capable of amputating hands and
feet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety
instructions to avoid serious injury or death.
This product is designed for cutting and recycling
grass or, when equipped with a grass bagger, for
catching cut grass. Any use for purposes other than
these could prove dangerous to user and bystanders.

Safe Operating Practices

Training
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Read the Operator's Manual and other training
material. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s)
cannot read manual language, it is the owner's
responsibility to explain this material to them.
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Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
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All operators and mechanics should be trained.
The owner is responsible for training the users.
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Never let children or untrained people operate or
service the equipment. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
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The owner/user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to people or
damage to property.
Preparation
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Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories
and attachments are needed to properly and
safely perform the job. Use only accessories and
attachments approved by the manufacturer.
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Wear appropriate clothing including eye protection
and hearing protection. Tie back long hair and do
not wear jewelry.
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Inspect the area where you will use the equipment
and remove all objects such as rocks, toys and
wire, which the machine can throw.
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Check that operator-presence controls, safety
switches and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate unless they are
functioning properly.
Operation
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Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If
lightning is seen or thunder is heard in the area, do
not operate the machine; seek shelter.
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Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
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Operate the machine only in good light, keeping
away from holes and hidden hazards.
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Be sure that all drives are in neutral and that
the parking brake is engaged before starting
the engine. Start the engine from the operating
position only.
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Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be
sure to travel side to side on hillsides. Turf
conditions can affect the stability of the machine.
Use caution while operating near drop-offs.
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Slow down and use caution when making turns
and when changing directions on slopes.
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Never raise deck with the blades running.
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Never operate the machine with the PTO shield or
other guards not securely in place. Ensure that
all interlocks are attached, adjusted properly, and
functioning properly.
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Never operate the machine with the discharge
deflector raised, removed or altered, unless you
are using a grass catcher.
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Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
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Stop the machine on level ground, disengage the
drives, engage the parking brake (if provided), and
shut off the engine before leaving the operating
position for any reason, including emptying the
catchers or unclogging the chute.
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Stop the equipment and inspect blades after
striking objects or if an abnormal vibration
occurs. Make necessary repairs before resuming
operation.
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Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting
unit.
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Look behind and down before backing up the
machine to be sure of a clear path.
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Keep pets and bystanders away.
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