Chemical Safety; Before Operating - Toro 41581 Operator's Manual

Supervisor's Responsibilities
• Ensure that operators are thoroughly trained and
familiar with the Operator's Manual, Engine Manual,
and all labels on the sprayer.
• Establish your own special procedures and work rules
for unusual operating conditions (e.g., slopes too steep
for sprayer operation).

Chemical Safety

Warning
Chemicals are hazardous and can injure you,
bystanders, animals, plants, soils, or other
property.
• Carefully read and follow the chemical
manufacturer's instructions for the safe
preparation, use, and disposal of the chemical.
• Keep chemicals off the your skin or the skin of
bystanders. if contact should occur, wash it off
immediately with clean water and detergent.
• Wear goggles and other protective equipment as
instructed by the chemical manufacturer.
• Obtain the proper training before using or handling
chemicals.
• Use the correct chemical for the job.
• Follow the chemical manufacturer's instructions for the
safe application of the chemical.
• Handle chemicals in a well-ventilated area.
• 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.
• 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.

Before Operating

• Operate the machine only after reading and
understanding the contents of this manual.
• Never allow children to operate the sprayer. Anyone
who operates the sprayer should have a motor vehicle
license.
• Never allow other adults to operate the sprayer without
first reading and understanding the Operator's Manual.
Only trained and authorized persons should operate this
sprayer. Ensure that all operators are physically and
mentally capable of operating the sprayer.
• This sprayer 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
sprayer.
• 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.
• Avoid driving when it is dark, especially in unfamiliar
areas. If you must drive when it is dark, be sure to drive
cautiously, use the headlights, and even consider adding
additional lights.
• Be extremely careful when operating around people.
Always be aware of where bystanders might be.
• Before operating the sprayer, always check the
designated areas of the sprayer that are stated in the
Pre-Starting section of this manual on page 18. If
something is wrong, do not use the sprayer. Ensure that
the problem is corrected before the sprayer or
attachment is operated.
• Ensure that all fluid line connectors are tight and all
hoses are in good condition before applying pressure to
the system.
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