Safety; Before Operating; While Operating - Toro 30357 Operator's Manual

Safety

This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI
B71.4-2012.
Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, and proper training
of the personnel involved in the operation, transport,
maintenance, and storage of the machine. Improper
use or maintenance of the machine can result in injury
or death. To reduce the potential for injury or death,
comply with the following safety instructions.

Before Operating

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Read and understand the contents of this manual before
starting and operating the machine. Become familiar with
all controls and know how to stop quickly.
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Never allow children to operate the machine. Do not
allow adults to operate the machine without proper
instruction. Only trained operators, skilled in slope
operation and who have read this manual should operate
this machine.
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Never operate machine when under the influence of
drugs or alcohol.
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Remove all debris or other objects that might be picked
up and thrown by cutter blades. Keep all bystanders away
from the operating area.
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Keep all shields and safety devices in place. If a shield,
safety device, or decal is defective or damaged, repair or
replace it before operating machine. Also, tighten any
loose nuts, bolts, and screws to insure machine is in safe
operating condition.
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Do not wear loose fitting clothing because it could
get caught in moving parts. Always wear long pants
and substantial, slip-resistant footwear. Wearing safety
glasses, substantial safety shoes, and a helmet is advisable
and required by some local ordinances and insurance
regulations.
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Be sure interlock switches are adjusted correctly so engine
cannot be started unless traction pedal is released-neutral
position-and PTO switch is in disengaged position.
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Fill fuel tank before starting the engine. Avoid spilling any
fuel. Since fuel is flammable, handle it carefully.
– Use an approved fuel container.
– Do not fill fuel tank when engine is hot or running.
– Do not smoke while handling fuel.
– Fill fuel tank outdoors and up to about 25 mm (1
inch) from the top of the tank, not the filler neck.
– Wipe up any spilled fuel.

While Operating

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Sit on the seat when starting the engine and operating
the machine.
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Before starting the engine:
– Engage parking brake.
– Make sure traction pedal is in neutral and PTO is in
disengage position.
– After engine is started, release parking brake and keep
foot off traction pedal. Machine must not move. If
movement is evident, the neutral return mechanism
is adjusted incorrectly. Shut engine off and adjust
until machine does not move when traction pedal is
released.
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Do not run the engine in a confined area without
adequate ventilation. Exhaust fumes are hazardous and
could possibly be deadly.
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Maximum seating capacity is one person. Therefore,
never carry passengers.
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Check carefully for overhead clearances before driving
under any objects.
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The grass deflector or complete blower assembly must
always be installed on cutting unit.
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Operator must be skilled and trained in how to drive on
hillsides. Failure to use caution on slopes or hills may
cause loss of control and vehicle to tip or roll, possibly
resulting in personal injury or death.
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Traverse slopes carefully. Do not start or stop suddenly
when traversing slopes or when traveling uphill or
downhill.
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If engine stalls or machine loses headway and cannot
make it to the top of a slope, do not turn machine around.
Always back slowly straight down the slope.
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Using the machine demands the operator's complete
attention. To prevent loss of control:
– Operate only in daylight or when there is good
artificial light.
– Drive slowly.
– Avoid sudden starts and stops.
– Look behind machine before backing up.
– Watch for holes or other hidden hazards.
– Do not drive close to a sand trap, ditch, creek, or
hazard.
– Reduce speed when making sharp turns and when
turning on a hillside.
– The cutting deck must be lowered when going down
slopes for steering control.
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The grass deflector must always be installed and in the
lowest position on the cutting unit when blower assembly
is removed. This product is designed to drive objects
into the ground where they lose energy quickly in grassy
areas. However, don't take an injury risk! When person
or pet appears unexpectedly in or near the mowing area,
stop mowing. Careless operation, combined with terrain
angles, ricochets, or improperly positioned guards, can
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