Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro 30344 Operator's Manual

Safety

This machine has been designed in accordance with EN ISO
5395:2013 when equipped with the proper CE kit (refer to
the Declaration of Conformity) and rear weight; refer to
Installing Rear Weights (page
This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI
B71.4-2012, when equipped with the proper rear weight; refer
to 11 Installing Rear Weights (page
Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can
result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply
with these safety instructions and always pay attention to
the safety alert symbol, which means Caution, Warning, or
Danger—personal safety instruction. Failure to comply with
the instruction may result in personal injury or death.

Safe Operating Practices

Training
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Read the Operator's Manual and other training material
carefully. If the operator or mechanic can not read the
language of this manual it is the owner's responsibility to
explain this material to them.
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Be familiar with the controls, safety signs, and the proper
use of the equipment.
•
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use or service the mower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
•
Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are
nearby.
•
Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their
property.
•
Do not carry passengers.
•
All operators and mechanics should seek and obtain
professional and practical instruction. The owner is
responsible for training the users. Such instruction should
emphasize:
– the need for care and concentration when working
with ride-on machines;
– control of a ride-on machine sliding on a slope will
not be regained by the application of the brake. The
main reasons for loss of control are:
◊ insufficient wheel grip;
◊ being driven too fast;
◊ inadequate braking;
◊ the type of machine is unsuitable for its task;
◊ lack of awareness of the effect of ground
conditions, especially slopes;
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◊ incorrect hitching and load distribution.
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The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents or injuries occurring to himself or herself, other
people, or property.
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Preparation
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While mowing, always wear substantial, slip-resistant
footwear, long trousers, hard hat, safety glasses, and
hearing protection. Long hair, loose clothing, or jewelry
may get tangled in moving parts. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
•
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to
be used and remove all objects which may be thrown by
the machine.
•
Replace faulty silencers/mufflers.
•
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.
•
Check the operator presence controls, safety switches and
shields to make sure they are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning
properly.
CAUTION
Adequate rear weight is necessary to prevent
the rear wheels from leaving the ground. Do
not stop suddenly while deck or implement is
raised. Do not travel down hill with the deck or
implement raised. If the rear wheels leave the
ground, steering is lost.
Safe Handling of Fuels
•
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme
care in handling fuel. 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.
•
Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running.
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Allow engine to cool before refueling.
•
Never refuel the machine indoors.
•
Never store the machine or fuel container where there is
an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water
heater or on other appliances.
•
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on
the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
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