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
B71.4-2012.
Training
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Read the Operator's Manual and other training
material. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot
read or understand the information 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. Only use accessories and
attachments approved by the manufacturer.
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Wear appropriate clothing including substantial
slip-resistant footwear, safety glasses, and hearing
protection. Tie long hair back and do not wear
jewelry.
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Inspect the area where the equipment is to be
used and remove all objects such as rocks, toys,
and wire which can be thrown by the machine.
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Check that operator's 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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Only operate in good light, keeping away from
holes and hidden hazards.
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Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake
is engaged before starting the engine. Only start
the engine from the operator's position.
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Be sure of your traction while using this machine,
especially when backing up. Never operate on wet
grass. Reduced traction could cause slipping.
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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 with the PTO shield or other guards
not securely in place. Be sure all interlocks are
attached, adjusted properly, and functioning
properly.
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Never operate with the discharge deflector raised,
removed or altered, unless using a grass catcher.
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Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
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Stop on level ground, disengage drives, engage
the parking brake (if provided), and shut off the
engine before leaving the operator's position for
any reason, including emptying the catchers or
unclogging the chute.
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Stop equipment and inspect blades after striking
objects or if an abnormal vibration occurs. Make
necessary repairs before resuming operations.
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Keep hands and feet away from the cutting unit.
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