Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro 03606A 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 always pay attention to the safety
alert symbol, which means Caution, Warning, or
Danger—personal safety instruction. Failure to
comply with the instruction may result in personal
injury or death.

Safe Operating Practices

The following instructions are from the EN ISO
5395:2013 and ANSI B71.4-2012.
Training
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Read the Operator's Manual and other training
material carefully. Be familiar with the controls,
safety signs, and the proper use of the equipment.
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Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use or service the mower.
Local regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.
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Never mow while people, especially children, or
pets are nearby.
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Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.
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Do not carry passengers.
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All drivers and mechanics should seek and obtain
professional and practical instruction. The owner is
responsible for training the users. Such instruction
should emphasize the following:
– the need for care and concentration when
working with ride-on machines
– control of a ride-on machine sliding on a slope
will not be regained by the application of the
brake. The main reasons for loss of control are:
◊ insufficient wheel grip
◊ being driven too fast
◊ inadequate braking
◊ the type of machine is unsuitable for its task
◊ lack of awareness of the effect of ground
conditions, especially slopes
◊ incorrect hitching and load distribution
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The owner/user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to himself or
herself, other people, or property.
Preparation
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While mowing, always wear substantial,
slip-resistant footwear, long trousers, hard hat,
safety glasses, and ear protection.
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Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment
is to be used and remove all objects which may be
thrown by the machine.
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Replace faulty silencers/mufflers.
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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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Check that the operator's presence controls, safety
switches and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate the machine unless they
are functioning properly.
Safe Handling of Fuels
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To avoid personal injury or property damage,
use extreme care in handling fuel. Diesel fuel is
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other
sources of ignition.
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Use only an approved fuel container.
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Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the
engine running.
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Allow engine to cool before refueling.
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Never refuel the machine indoors.
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Never store the machine or fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such
as on a water heater or on other appliances.
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Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck
or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place
containers on the ground, away from your vehicle
before filling.
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Remove equipment from the truck or trailer and
refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then
refuel such equipment with a portable container
rather than from a fuel dispenser nozzle.
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Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel
tank or container opening at all times until fueling
is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock open device.
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If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
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Never overfill fuel tank. Replace the fuel cap and
tighten it securely.
Operation
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Do not operate the engine in a confined space,
where dangerous carbon monoxide and exhaust
gases can collect.
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Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
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