Operating The Mower. 1.25; Safety Notice; Operator Presence Controls - Toro groundsmaster 3240-d Operator's Manual

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SAFETY NOTICE

WARNING: PREVENT ACCIDENTS - Before operating the mower it is essential that;
- The operator reads and understands this manual.
- The operator platform latching mechanism is fully engaged and in good
- The daily maintenance checks have been properly carried out and the
- The operator should wear safety clothing and eye protection. Failure to do
- The area where the equipment is to be used is inspected and all objects
Operate safely on slopes;
It is essential to follow safe working practices when working on slopes. In
order to avoid potentially hazardous situations, it is essential that the
operator understands and observes the relevant safety precautions listed in
this manual, refer - 'SAFETY PRECAUTIONS'.

OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS

Cutterblade Drive Lockout: Drive to the cutterblades is only possible when the operator is seated. If the
operator rises off the seat for a period of more than one second a switch is activated and drive to the
cutterblades is automatically disengaged. To re-engage drive to the cutterblades, the operator must return
to the seat, then operate the cutterdeck drive switch to the 'OFF' position before moving it back to the 'ON'
position. If the operator rises off the seat for a brief moment during normal work, drive to the cutterblades
is maintained
Engine run lockout (with engine running): When the machine is stationary and the park brake off, if
the operator rises from the seat then the engine will stop.
When the transmission pedal is depressed and the machine is moving with the park brake off, if the oper-
ator rises from the seat the engine will continue to run and the machine will continue to move.
Note: The engine can only be started with the cutterdeck drive switch in the 'OFF' position.
Engine Start Lockout: The engine can only be started when the forward and reverse travel pedals are
released to the 'NEUTRAL' position, the cutterdeck drive switch is in the 'OFF' position and the parking
brake is 'ENGAGED'. When these circumstances are satisfied, safety interlock telltales on the control
panel are illuminated and switches are activated permitting the engine to be started.
WARNING: PREVENT ACCIDENTS - Do not operate the mower if the operator presence
controls are defective in any way. ALWAYS replace faulty parts and check that they function
correctly before operating the mower.
OPERATING THE MOWER
working order, refer - Operator Platform Latching Mechanism.
mower is in good working order.
so could result in risk to health and safety.
which may be thrown by the machine are removed.
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