Think Safety First; Operating The Parking Brake - Toro Z Master Professional 5000 Series Operator's Manual

Think Safety First

Please read all safety instructions and symbols in the
safety section. Knowing this information could help
you or bystanders avoid injury.
DANGER
Operating the machine on wet grass or steep
slopes can cause sliding and loss of control.
• Do not operate on slopes greater than 15
degrees.
• Reduce speed and use extreme caution on
slopes.
• Do not operate the machine near water.
DANGER
Wheels dropping over edges can cause
rollovers, which may result in serious injury,
death, or drowning.
Do not operate the machine near drop-offs.
DANGER
Operating the machine while the roll bar is
down may lead to serious injury or death in
the event of a rollover.
Always keep the roll bar in the fully raised and
locked position and use the seat belt.
1. Safe zone—use the
machine here on slopes
less than 15 degrees or
flat areas.
2. Danger zone—use a
walk-behind mower and/or
a hand trimmer on slopes
greater than 15 degrees,
near drop-offs and water.
CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels in
excess of 85 dBA at the operator's ear and
can cause hearing loss through extended
periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
The use of protective equipment for eyes, ears,
hands, feet, and head is recommended.
1. Wear eye protection.
Operating the Parking
Brake
Always set the parking brake when you stop the
machine or leave it unattended.
19
Figure 9
3. Water
Figure 10
2. Wear hearing protection.
g000963
g009027