Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro STX-38 Operator's Manual

Safety

Improper use or maintenance 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

This product is capable of amputating hands and feet. Always
follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death.
WARNING
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless, deadly poison that can kill you.
Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed
area.
Training
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Read the Operator's Manual and other training material. If
the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read or understand
the information, it is the owner's responsibility to explain
this material to them.
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Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment,
operator controls, and safety signs.
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All operators and mechanics should be trained. The
owner is responsible for training the users.
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Never let children or untrained people operate or service
the equipment. Local regulations may restrict the age of
the operator.
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The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents or injuries occurring to people or damage to
property.
Preparation
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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.
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Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat, a full face
shield, safety glasses, long pants, substantial safety shoes,
and hearing protection. Long hair, loose clothing or
jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
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Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and
remove all objects such as rocks, toys, and wire which can
be thrown by the machine.
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Check that the operator presence controls, safety switches,
and shields are attached and functioning properly. Do not
operate unless they are functioning properly.
Operation
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Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
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Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes and
hidden hazards.
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Be sure all drives are in neutral before starting the engine.
Only start the engine from the operator's position.
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Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be sure to
travel in the recommended direction on hillsides. Turf
conditions can affect the machine's stability.
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Never operate with the guards not securely in place. Be
sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted properly, and
functioning properly.
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Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed
the engine.
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Stop on level ground, lower the grinder, disengage the
hydraulics, and shut off the engine before leaving the
operator's position for any reason.
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Keep hands and feet away from the moving grinder wheel
and teeth.
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Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of
a clear path.
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Keep pets and bystanders away.
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Do not operate the machine under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
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Use care when loading or unloading the machine into
or out of a trailer or truck.
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Ensure that the area is clear of other people before
operating the machine. Stop the machine if anyone enters
the area.
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Never leave a running machine unattended. Always lower
the grinder, stop the engine, and remove the key before
leaving.
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Never jerk the controls; use a steady motion.
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Watch for traffic when operating near roadways.
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Do not touch parts which may be hot from operation.
Allow them to cool before attempting to maintain, adjust,
or service.
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Ensure that you operate the machine in areas where
there are no obstacles in close proximity to the operator.
Failure to maintain adequate distance from trees, walls,
and other barriers may result in injury as the machine
backs up during operation if the operator is not attentive
to the surroundings. Only operate the unit in areas where
there is sufficient clearance for the operator to safely
maneuver the product.
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Before grinding, have the area marked for underground
utilities, and do not grind into the ground in marked areas.
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Locate the pinch point areas marked on the machine and
keep hands and feet away from these areas.
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Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If lightning
is seen or thunder is heard in the area, do not operate
the machine; seek shelter.
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