Safety Instructions - Toro 09801 Operator's Manual

Safety Instructions

Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, and proper training of the
personnel involved in the operation, transport, mainte-
nance, and storage of the machine. Improper use or
maintenance of the machine can result in injury or
death. To reduce the potential for injury or death, com-
ply with the following safety instructions.
WARNING: Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide
which is an odorless, deadly poison. Carbon monoxide
is also known to the State of California to cause birth
defects. Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed
area.
BEFORE OPERATING
1. Read and understand the contents of this Operator's
Manual before operating the machine. Become
familiar with all controls and know how to stop
quickly.
2. Never allow children to operate the machine. Do
not allow adults to operate the machine without
proper instruction. Only trained operators who have
read this manual should operate this machine.
3. Never operate the machine when under the influ-
ence of drugs or alcohol.
4. Before attempting to start the engine, engage the
parking brake.
5. Remove all debris or other objects that might inter-
fere with operation. Keep all bystanders away from
the work area.
6. Keep all shields and safety devices in place. If a
shield, safety device or decal is defective or dam-
aged, repair or replace it before resuming opera-
tion. Also tighten any loose nuts, bolts and screws
to assure the machine is in safe operating condition.
7. Do not operate the machine while wearing sandals,
tennis shoes, sneakers or shorts. Also, do not wear
loose fitting clothing which could get caught in
moving parts. Always wear long pants and substan-
tial shoes. Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes, ear
protection and a helmet is advisable and required
by some local ordinances and insurance regula-
tions.
8. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline before starting the
engine. Avoid spilling gasoline. Since gasoline is
flammable, handle it carefully.
A. Use an approved gasoline container.
B. Do not fill the tank while the engine is hot or
running.
C. Do not smoke while handling gasoline.
D. Fill the fuel tank outdoors and up to about 25
mm from top of the tank, not the filler neck.
E. Wipe up any spilled gasoline.
9. Check the interlock switches daily for proper oper-
ation. If a switch fails, replace it before operating
the machine. The interlock system is for your pro-
tection, so do not bypass it. Replace all interlock
switches every two years.
WHILE OPERATING
10. DON'T TAKE AN INJURY RISK! When a person
or pet appears unexpectedly in or near the WORK-
ING area, STOP AERATING.
11. Keep your hands and feet away from nozzle and
roller area. High-velocity water jets can penetrate
hands and feet. Penetration by the high-velocity
water jets can cause serious personal injury. If acci-
dental penetration occurs, seek medical attention
immediately.
12. Never use chemicals in the water supply system.
13. Do not operate the water injection system on con-
crete or asphalt because the water jets will perma-
nently damage these surfaces.
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