Safety Instructions - Toro 08882 Operator's Manual

Safety
The SAND PRO 2000 was designed and tested to offer
safe service when operated and maintained properly.
Although hazard control and accident prevention partially
are dependent upon the design and configuration of the
machine, these factors are also dependent upon the
awareness, concern, and proper training of the personnel
involved in the operation, transport, maintenance, 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, comply with the following

safety instructions.

WARNING: Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide
which is an odorless, deadly poison. Carbon monoxide is
also known to cause birth defects. Do not run the engine
indoors or in an enclosed area.
BEFORE OPERATING
1. Operate the machine only after reading and under-
standing the contents of this manual.
2. Never allow children to operate the machine or
adults to operate it without proper instructions.
3. Become familiar with the controls and know how to
stop the engine quickly.
4. 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.
5. Always wear substantial shoes. Do not operate
machine while wearing sandals, tennis shoes or
sneakers. Do not wear loose fitting clothing which
could get caught in moving parts and cause personal
injury.
6. Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes, long pants and
a helmet is advisable and required by some local
safety and insurance regulations.
7. Ensure the traction interlock switch is adjusted cor-
rectly so the engine cannot be started unless the trac-
tion pedal is released and in neutral position.
8. Keep everyone, especially children and pets away
from the areas of operation.
9. Since gasoline is highly flammable, handle it care-
fully.
A. Use an approved gasoline container.
B. Do not remove the cap from the fuel tank when
the engine is hot or running.
C. Do not smoke while handling gasoline.
D. Fill the fuel tank outdoors and to about one
inch below the top of the tank, (bottom of filler
neck). Do not overfill.
E. Wipe up any spilled gasoline.
10. Check the safety interlock system daily for proper
operation. If the switch should malfunction, replace
it before operating the machine. (After every two
years, replace the interlock switch in the safety sys-
tem, whether it is working properly or not.)
WHILE OPERATING
11. Exhaust fumes are hazardous and could be deadly,
so do not run the engine in a confined area without
adequate ventilation.
12. Sit on seat when operating the machine. Never carry
passengers.
13. When starting the engine:
A. Make sure the traction pedal is released.
B. After the engine is started, keep your foot off
the traction pedal. Machine must not move. If
movement is evident, the neutral return bracket
is adjusted incorrectly; therefore, shut the
engine off and readjust bracket so machine does
not move when in neutral position. If the engine
does not start, check interlock switch for proper
adjustment.
14. Using the machine demands attention. To prevent
tipping or loss of control:
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