Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro Greensmaster TriFlex 3400 Series Operator's Manual

Safety

This machine meets or exceeds CEN standard
EN 836:1997, ISO standard 5395:1990, and ANSI
B71.4-2012 specifications in effect at the time of
production when 16.8 kg (37 lb) of weight is added
to the rear wheel.
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
(Figure 2), 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

The following instructions are adapted from CEN
standard EN 836:1997, ISO standard 5395:1990, and
ANSI B71.4-2012.
Training
•
Read the Operator's Manual and other training
material carefully. Be familiar with the controls,
safety signs, and the proper use of the equipment.
•
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.
•
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 drivers 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 the
task;
◊ lack of awareness of the effect of ground
conditions, especially slopes.
◊ The owner/user can prevent and is
responsible for accidents or injuries
occurring to people, or damage to property.
Preparation
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While mowing, always wear substantial 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 that operator's presence controls, safety
switches and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate unless they are
functioning properly.
Operation
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Do not operate the engine in a confined space
where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
collect.
•
Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
•
Before attempting to start the engine, disengage
all blade attachment clutches, shift into neutral,
and engage the parking brake.
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Remember there is no such thing as a safe slope.
Travel on grass slopes requires particular care. To
guard against overturning:
– do not stop or start suddenly when going up
or downhill;
– machine speeds should be kept low on slopes
and during tight turns;
– stay alert for humps and hollows and other
hidden hazards;
– never mow across the face of the slope, unless
the mower is designed for this purpose.
•
Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden
hazards.
•
Watch out for traffic when crossing or near
roadways.
•
Stop the blades from rotating before crossing
surfaces other than grass.
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