Toro 34215 Operator's Manual page 5

Chemical Safety
WARNING
Chemical substances used in the spreader-sprayer
system may be hazardous and toxic to you,
bystanders, animals, plants, soils or other property.
• Carefully read and follow the warning labels
and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all
chemicals used and protect yourself according to
the chemical manufacturer's recommendations.
Ensure that as little skin as possible is exposed
while using chemicals. Use appropriate personal
protective equipment (PPE) to guard against
personal contact with chemicals, such as:
– eye protection and/or face shield
– respirator or filter mask
– chemical resistant gloves
– rubber boots or other substantial footwear
– hearing protection
– clean change of clothes, soap, and disposable
towels, to be kept on-hand, in the event of
a chemical spill.
• Keep in mind that there may be more than
one chemical used, and information on each
chemical should be assessed.
• Refuse to operate or work on the spreader-sprayer
if this information is not available!
• Before working on a spreader-sprayer system,
ensure that 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 3 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.
•
Follow the manufacturer's instructions for the safe
application of the chemical. Do not exceed recommended
application pressure.
•
Do not fill, calibrate, or clean the unit when people,
especially children, or pets are in the area.
•
Handle chemicals in a well ventilated area.
•
Have clean water available especially when filling the
spray tank.
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke while working with chemicals.
•
Do not clean spray nozzles by blowing through them or
placing in mouth.
•
Always wash your hands and other exposed areas as soon
as possible after you finish the working with chemicals.
•
Keep chemicals in their original packages and stored in
a safe location.
•
Properly dispose of unused chemicals and chemical
containers as instructed by the chemical manufacturer
and your local codes.
•
Chemicals and fumes are dangerous; never enter the tank,
hopper, or place your head over or in the opening for a
tank or hopper.
•
Follow all local, state, federal regulations for spreading
or spraying chemicals.
Safe Handling of Fuel
•
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme
care in handling gasoline. Fuel is extremely flammable
and the vapors are explosive.
•
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources
of ignition.
•
Use only an approved fuel container.
•
Do not remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running.
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Allow the engine to cool before fueling.
•
Do not fuel the machine indoors.
•
Do not store the machine or the fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such as on a
water heater or on other appliances.
•
Do not fill the containers inside a vehicle, on a truck,
or on a trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place the
containers on the ground, away from your vehicle before
filling.
•
Remove the machine from the truck or the trailer and fuel
it on the ground. If this is not possible, then add the fuel
with such equipment as a portable container rather than
from a fuel-dispenser nozzle.
•
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.
•
If fuel is spilled on your clothing, change your clothing
immediately.
•
Do not overfill the fuel tank. Replace the fuel cap and
tighten it securely.
Maintenance and Storage
•
Disengage drives, set the parking brake, shut off the
engine, remove the key and disconnect the spark-plug
wire. Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting,
cleaning or repairing the machine.
•
Clean grass and debris from the drives, the mufflers, and
the engine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil, fuel, or
hydraulic fluid spills.
•
Let the engine cool before storing.
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