Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro Z Master Professional 5000 Series Operator's Manual

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 pay attention to the safety-alert symbol , which
means Caution, Warning, or Danger—personal safety
instruction. Failure to comply with the instructions
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.
Follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury
or death.
The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents or injuries occurring to people, or damage
to property.
The addition of attachments made by other
manufacturers that do not meet American
National Standards Institute certification will cause
noncompliance of this machine.

Safe Operating Practices

The following instructions are adapted from ANSI
standard B71.4-2012.
Training
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Read the Operator's Manual and other training
material.
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If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read the
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.
•
All operators and mechanics should be trained.
The owner is responsible for training the users.
•
Never let children or untrained people operate or
service the equipment. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
•
The owner/user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to people, or
damage to property.
Preparation
•
Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories
and attachments are needed to properly and
safely perform the job. Only use accessories and
attachments approved by the manufacturer.
•
Wear appropriate clothing including: substantial
slip-resistant footwear, safety glasses, and hearing
protection. Tie back long hair. Do not wear jewelry.
•
Inspect the area where the equipment is used,
and remove all objects that can be thrown by the
machine.
•
Check that operator-presence controls, safety
switches, and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate unless they are
functioning properly.
Operation
•
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.
•
Do not run an engine in an enclosed area.
•
Operate only in well-lit areas, keeping away from
holes and hidden hazards.
•
Ensure that all drives are in the N
and that the parking brake is engaged before
starting engine. Start the engine only from the
operator's position.
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Make sure that you have good footing while
using this machine, especially when backing up.
Reduced footing could cause slipping.
•
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.
•
Slow down and use caution when making turns
and when changing directions on slopes.
•
Do not raise the mower deck with the blades
running.
•
Do not operate the machine without the PTO
shield or other guards securely in place. Be sure
that all interlocks are attached, adjusted properly,
and functioning properly.
•
Do not operate with the discharge deflector raised,
removed or altered, unless you are using a grass
catcher.
•
Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
•
Stop on level ground, disengage drives, engage
the parking brake (if provided), shut off the
engine before leaving the operator's position for
any reason, including emptying the catchers or
unclogging the chute.
•
Stop equipment and inspect the blades after
striking objects or if an abnormal vibration occurs.
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