Toro Z Master Professional 7000 Series Operator's Manual page 24

distance (twice the width of the machine) between
the machine and any hazard. Use a walk behind
machine or a hand trimmer to mow the grass in
these areas.
Figure 15
1. Safe Zone-Use the mower here on slopes less than 15
degrees
2. Danger Zone-Use a walk-behind mower and/or hand
trimmer on slopes greater than 15 degrees
3. Water
4. W=width of the machine
5. Keep a safe distance (twice the width of the machine)
between the machine and any hazard.
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Avoid starting, stopping or turning the machine on
slopes. Avoid making sudden changes in speed or
direction; turn slowly and gradually.
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Do Not operate a machine under any conditions
where traction, steering or stability is in question.
Be aware that operating the machine on wet
grass, across slopes or downhill may cause the
machine to lose traction. Loss of traction to the
drive wheels may result in sliding and a loss of
braking and steering. The machine can slide even
if the drive wheels are stopped.
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Remove or mark obstacles such as ditches, holes,
ruts, bumps, rocks or other hidden hazards. Tall
grass can hide obstacles. Uneven terrain could
overturn the machine.
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Use extra care while operating with accessories or
attachments, such as grass collection systems.
These can change the stability of the machine
and cause a loss of control. Follow directions for
counter weights.
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If possible, keep the deck lowered to the ground
while operating on slopes. Raising the deck while
operating on slopes can cause the machine to
become unstable.
Rollover Protection System
(ROPS) Safety
A Rollover Protection System (roll bar) is installed on
the machine.
WARNING
There is no rollover protection when the roll
bar is down. Wheels dropping over edges,
ditches, steep banks, or water can cause
rollovers, which may result in serious injury,
death or drowning.
• Do Not remove the ROPS.
• Keep the roll bar in the raised and locked
position and use seat belt.
• Lower the roll bar only when absolutely
necessary.
• Do Not wear seat belt when the roll bar is
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down.
• Drive slowly and carefully.
• Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance
permits.
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Be certain that the seat belt can be released
quickly in the event of an emergency.
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Check carefully for overhead clearances (i.e.
branches, doorways, and electrical wires) before
driving under any objects and Do Not contact
them.
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In the event of a rollover, take the unit to an
Authorized Service Dealer to have the ROPS
inspected.
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Replace a damaged ROPS. Do Not repair or
revise.
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Any accessories, alterations, or attachments
added to the ROPS must be approved by Toro.
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