Toro 30241 Groundsmaster 228-D Operator's Manual page 4

for accidents or injuries occurring to himself or
herself, other people or property.
Preparation
• 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.
• Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat,
safety glasses and ear protection. Long hair, loose
clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving
parts.
• Inspect the area where the equipment will be
used and remove all objects such as rocks, toys
and wire that can be thrown by the machine.
• Use extra care when handling diesel and other
fuels. They are flammable and vapors are
explosive.
• Use only an approved container
• Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with
the engine running. Allow the engine to cool
before refueling. Do not smoke.
• Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.
• Check that operator's presence controls, safety
switches and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate unless they are
functioning properly.
Operation
• Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
• Only operate in good light, keeping away from
holes and hidden hazards.
• Be sure all drives are in neutral and the parking
brake is engaged before starting the engine. Only
start the engine from the operator's position. Use
seat belts, if provided.
• Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be
sure to travel in the recommended direction on
hillsides. Turf conditions can affect the machine's
stability. Use caution while operating near
drop–offs.
• Slow down and use caution when making turns
and when changing directions on slopes.
• Never raise the deck with the blades running.
• Never operate with the power take-off shield, or
other guards not securely in place. Be sure all
interlocks are attached, adjusted properly, and
functioning property.
• Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
• Stop on level ground, lower the implements,
disengage the drives, engage the parking brake
(if provided), and shut off the engine before
leaving the operator's position for any reason.
• Stop the equipment and inspect the blades after
striking objects or if an abnormal vibration
occurs. Make necessary repairs before resuming
operations.
• Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting
units.
• Look behind and down before backing up to be
sure of a clear path.
• Never carry passengers and keep pets and
bystanders away.
• Slow down and use caution when making turns
and crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop the
blades if not mowing.
• Do not operate the mower under the influence of
alcohol or drugs
• Use care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck
• Use care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure
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