During Operation; During Operation Safety - Toro Workman Topdresser 1800 Operator's Manual

During Operation

During Operation 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; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant
footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose
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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Use your full attention while operating the
machine. Do not engage in any activity that
causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
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Do not operate the machine when tired, ill, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Keep your hands and feet out of the hopper.
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Remain seated whenever the vehicle is in motion.
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Using the machine demands attention. Failing
to operate the vehicle safely may result in an
accident, tip-over of the vehicle, and serious injury
or death. Drive carefully, and to prevent tipping or
loss of control, do the following:
– Use extreme caution, reduce the speed, and
maintain a safe distance around sand traps,
ditches, water hazards, ramps, unfamiliar
areas, or other hazards.
– Reduce the speed of a loaded machine when
negotiating terrain undulations to avoid causing
the machine to become unstable.
– Operate the machine only in good visibility to
avoid holes or hidden hazards.
– Look behind and down before backing up to
be sure of a clear path.
– Use care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
obscure your vision.
– Use caution when operating on a steep slope.
Travel straight up and down slopes. Reduce
speed when making sharp turns or when
turning on hillsides. Avoid turning on hillsides
whenever possible.
– Use extra caution when operating on wet
surfaces, at higher speeds or with a full load.
Stopping time increases with a full load. Shift
into a lower gear before starting up or down
a hill.
– Avoid sudden stops and starts. Do not go
from reverse to forward or forward to reverse
without coming to a complete stop.
– Do not attempt sharp turns or abrupt
maneuvers or other unsafe driving actions that
may cause a loss of control.
– Be aware of your surroundings when turning
or backing up the machine. Ensure that the
area is clear and keep all bystanders out of the
operating area. Proceed slowly.
– Slow down and use caution when making turns
and crossing roads and sidewalks with the
machine. Always yield the right-of-way.
– Always watch out for and avoid low overhangs
such as tree limbs, door jambs, overhead
walkways, etc. Ensure that there is enough
room over head to easily clear the vehicle and
your head.
– Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate
the machine when there is the risk of lightning.
– If you are ever unsure about safe operation,
stop working and ask your supervisor.
– Do not leave the machine unattended while the
vehicle is running.
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Do not carry loads that exceed the load limits of
the vehicle.
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The stability of loads can vary—for example, high
loads have a higher center of gravity. Reduce the
maximum load limits to ensure better stability, if
necessary.
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To avoid causing the machine to tip over, do the
following:
– Carefully monitor the height and weight of the
load. Higher and heavier loads can increase
the risk of tipping.
– Distribute the load evenly, from front to back
and side to side.
– Be careful when turning and avoid unsafe
maneuvers.
– Always ensure that the machine is connected
to the vehicle before loading.
– Do not put large or heavy objects into the
hopper. This could damage the belt and rollers.
Also ensure that the load has a uniform texture.
The machine can unpredictably throw small
rocks in the sand.
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Before you leave the operator's position, do the
following:
– Park the machine on a level surface.
– Shut off hydraulic control to the machine.
– Engage the parking brake.
– Shut off the engine and remove the key (if
equipped).
– Wait for all movement to stop.
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