During Operation; During Operation Safety - Toro Groundsmaster 1200 Series Operator's Manual

1. Fixed-chassis component
2. Hose guide
2. Tie the rope to the fixed-chassis component of
the tow vehicle such as the ROPS tube
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Important:
Do not tie the deck-lock rope
to the seat, steering wheel, or the handle of
a control.
3. Remove the chocks from the mower tires.

During Operation

Note:
Determine the left and right sides of the
machine from the normal operating position.

During Operation Safety

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The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible
for accidents that may cause personal injury or
property damage.
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Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant
footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose
jewelry.
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Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Never carry passengers on the mower and keep
bystanders and pets away from the machine
during operation.
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Operate the machine only in good visibility to avoid
holes or hidden hazards.
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Before you start the engine, ensure that all drives
are in neutral, the PTO is disengaged, the parking
brake is engaged, and you are in the operating
position.
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Keep your hands and feet away from rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
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Look behind and down before backing up to be
sure of a clear path.
Figure 34
3. Deck-lock rope
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Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure your
vision.
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Do not run the PTO with the decks raised above
the partial up-stop position.
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Stop the mower whenever you are not cutting
grass.
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Stop the machine, engage the parking brake,
shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for
all moving parts to stop before inspecting the
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attachment after striking an object or if there is
an abnormal vibration in the machine. Make all
necessary repairs before resuming operation.
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Slow down and use caution when making turns
and crossing roads and sidewalks with the
machine. Always yield the right-of-way.
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Reduce speed on rough roads and surfaces
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The mower is heavy. When attached to a tow
vehicle, and in the raised position, the weight of
the mower affects stability, braking and steering.
Exercise caution when transporting between
working areas.
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Never leave a running machine unattended.
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Before leaving the operating position (including
adjusting the height of cut) do the following:
– Ensure that the PTO is disengaged.
– Park the machine on a level surface.
– Engage the parking brake.
– Lower the mower decks.
– Shut off the engine and remove the key.
– Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
the machine.
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Do not operate the machine when there is the risk
of lightning.
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Use accessories, attachments, and replacement
parts approved by The Toro® Company only.
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For disassembly or repair of all steel PTO
drive-shaft parts (tubes, bearings, joints, etc.),
contact your authorized Toro distributor. Removal
of components for repairs and reassembly may
damage some parts if not performed with special
tools by trained technicians.
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Do not operate the mower if the PTO or drive shaft
guards are missing.
•
Be careful when turning the machine so that the
tow vehicle tires do not contact the PTO drive
shaft.
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Secure hydraulic hoses, electrical wiring, ropes,
and other items to keep them from contacting the
PTO drive-shaft guard.
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