Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro 39519 Operator's Manual

Safety

Improper use or maintenance can result in injury.
To reduce the potential for injury, comply with
these safety instructions, and pay attention to the
safety-alert symbol , which means Caution, Warning,
or Danger—personal safety instruction. Failure to
comply with the instructions may result in personal
injury or death.
WARNING
Removal or modification of original
equipment, parts and/or accessories may
alter the warranty, controllability, and safety
of the machine. Unauthorized modifications
to the original equipment or failure to use
original Toro parts could lead to serious
injury or death. Unauthorized changes to the
machine, engine, fuel or venting system, may
violate applicable safety standards such as:
ANSI, OSHA and NFPA and/or government
regulations such as EPA and CARB.
Replace all parts including, but not limited to,
tires, belts, and fuel system components with
original Toro parts.
Important:
This machine was manufactured
according to the appropriate regulatory standards
in effect at the time of manufacture. Modifying
this machine in any way may cause it to be
out of compliance with those standards and
with the instructions in this Operator's Manual.
Modifications to this machine should only be
made by either the manufacturer or an Authorized
Toro Dealer.
This product is capable of injuring your hands and
feet. Follow all safety instructions to avoid serious
injury or death.
The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents or injuries occurring to people, or damage
to property.
Any use of this machine other than aerating turf grass
could prove dangerous to the user and bystanders.
Important:
The addition of attachments made
by other manufacturers that do not meet ANSI
certification may cause noncompliance of this
machine.

Safe Operating Practices

The following instructions are from ANSI standard
B71.4-2012.
Training
•
Read the Operator's Manual and other training
material.
Note:
If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot
read the manual language, it is the owner's
responsibility to explain this material to them.
•
Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
•
All operators and mechanics should be trained.
The owner is responsible for training the users.
•
Never let children or untrained people operate or
service the equipment.
Note:
Local regulations may restrict the age of
the operator.
•
The owner/user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to people or
damage to property.
Preparation
•
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.
•
Wear appropriate clothing; including safety
glasses, long pants, substantial slip-resistant
footwear, gloves, and hearing protection.
•
Tie back long hair. Do not wear jewelry.
•
Inspect the area where the equipment is to be
used and ensure that all objects are removed from
the area before use.
•
Check that the operator's presence controls, safety
switches, and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate the machine unless they
are functioning properly.
Operation
•
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.
•
Do not run an engine in an enclosed area.
•
Only operate in well-lit areas, keeping away from
holes and hidden hazards.
•
Ensure that all drives are in neutral and that the
parking brake is engaged before starting engine.
Only start the engine from the operator's position.
•
Make sure that you have good footing while using
this machine, especially when backing up.
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