Chemical Safety; Before Operating - Toro 41235 Operator's Manual

Chemical Safety

WARNING
Chemical substances used in the spray system may
be hazardous and toxic to you, bystanders, animals,
plants, soils or other property.
• Carefully read and follow the chemical
warning labels and Material Safety Data
Sheets (MSDS) for all chemicals used and
protect yourself according to the chemical
manufacturer's recommendations. For example,
use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) including face and eye protection, gloves,
or other equipment to guard against personal
contact with the chemical.
• Keep in mind that there may be more than one
chemical used and information on each should
be assessed.
• Refuse to operate or work on the sprayer if this
information is not available!
• Before working on a spray system make sure the
system has been triple rinsed and neutralized
according to the recommendations of the
chemical manufacturer(s) and all of the valves
have been cycled three times.
• Verify there is an adequate supply of clean water
and soap nearby, and immediately wash off any
chemicals that contact you.
•
Obtain proper training before using or handling
chemicals.
•
Use the correct chemical for the job.
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Follow the chemical manufacturer's instructions for the
safe application of the chemical.
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Handle chemicals in a well ventilated area.
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Wear goggles and other protective equipment as
instructed by the chemical manufacturer. Ensure that as
little skin as possible is exposed while using chemicals.
•
Have clean water available especially when filling the
spray tank.
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke while working with chemicals.
•
Always wash your hands and other exposed areas as soon
as possible after finishing the work.
•
Properly dispose of unused chemicals and chemical
containers as instructed by the chemical manufacturer
and your local codes.
•
Chemicals and fumes in the tanks are dangerous; never
enter the tank or place your head over or in the opening.
•
Follow all local/state/federal requirements for the
spraying of chemicals.

Before Operating

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Operate the machine only after reading and understanding
the contents of this manual.
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Never allow children to operate the sprayer.
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Never operate the sprayer without first reading and
understanding the Operator's Manual. Only trained and
authorized persons should operate this sprayer. Make
sure that all operators are physically and mentally capable
of operating the sprayer.
•
This vehicle is designed to carry only you, the operator,
and one passenger in the seat provided by the
manufacturer. Never carry any other passengers on the
vehicle.
•
Never operate the sprayer when under the influence
of drugs or alcohol. Even prescription drugs and cold
medicines can cause drowsiness.
•
Do not drive the sprayer when you are tired. Be sure to
take occasional breaks. It is very important that you stay
alert at all times.
•
Become familiar with the controls and know how to stop
the engine quickly.
•
Keep all shields, safety devices, and decals in place. If a
shield, safety device, or decal is malfunctioning, illegible,
or damaged, repair or replace it before operating the
machine.
•
Always wear substantial shoes. Do not operate the
machine while wearing sandals, tennis shoes, or sneakers.
Do not wear loose fitting clothing or jewelry which could
get caught in moving parts and cause personal injury.
•
Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes, long pants, and a
helmet is advisable and required by some local safety and
insurance regulations.
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Keep everyone, especially children and pets, away from
the areas of operation.
•
Be extremely careful when operating around people.
Always be aware of where bystanders might be and keep
them away from the work area.
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Before operating the vehicle, always check all parts of
the vehicle and any attachments. If something is wrong,
stop using the vehicle. Make sure problem is corrected
before vehicle or attachment is operated again.
•
Since gasoline is highly flammable, handle it carefully.
– Use an approved gasoline container.
– Do not remove the cap from the fuel tank when the
engine is hot or running.
– Do not smoke while handling gasoline.
– Fill the fuel tank outdoors, and fill it to about 1 inch
(25 mm) below the top of the tank (the bottom of the
filler neck). Do not overfill it.
– Wipe up any spilled gasoline.
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