Safety; Training; Safe Handling Of Fuels; While Operating - Toro ProCore Processor Operator's Manual

Safety

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 those in the
traction unit Operator's Manual . 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.
To ensure optimum performance and continued safety
certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro
replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and
accessories made by other manufacturers could be dangerous,
and such use could void the product warranty.

Training

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Read the Operator's Manual and other training material
carefully. Be familiar with the controls, safety signs, and
proper use of equipment.
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Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use or service the machine. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
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Know how to stop the engine quickly.
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Keep all shields, safety devices, and decals in place. If a
shield, safety device, or decal becomes damaged, illegible,
or is malfunctioning, repair or replace it before operation
is commenced. Also, tighten loose nuts and bolts to
ensure that the machine is in safe operating condition.
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While operating the machine, always wear substantial,
slip-resistant footwear, long trousers, hard hat, safety
glasses, and ear protection. Long hair, loose clothing, or
jewelry may get tangled in moving parts. Do not operate
the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
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Wear safety glasses, safety shoes, long pants, and a helmet.
It is required by some local ordinances and insurance
regulations.
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Do not alter this equipment in any manner which may
cause hazardous conditions.

Safe Handling of Fuels

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To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme
care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources
of ignition.
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Only use an approved fuel container.
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Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running.
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Allow engine to cool before refueling.
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Never refuel the machine indoors.
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Never store the machine or fuel container where there is
an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water
heater or on other appliances.
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Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on
the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
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Remove equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it
on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment with a portable container, rather than from a
fuel-dispenser nozzle.
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Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank
or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.
Do not use a nozzle lock open device.
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If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
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Never overfill fuel tank. Replace the fuel cap and tighten
securely.

While Operating

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Rotating parts can cause serious personal injury. Keep
hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from all moving parts
to prevent injury. Never operate the machine with covers,
shrouds, or guards removed.
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Never operate the machine while under the influence of
drugs or alcohol.
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Stop the core processor when a person or pet comes into
operating area. Careless operation, combined with terrain
angles, ricochets, or missing or damaged guards, can lead
to thrown object injuries. Do not resume operation until
area is cleared.
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Never carry passengers.
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If the tow vehicle engine stalls or the machine loses
headway and cannot make it to the top of a slope, do not
turn machine around. Always back slowly straight down
the slope
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To prevent loss of control, do the following:
– Operate only in daylight or when there is good
artificial light.
– Drive slowly.
– Watch for holes in the terrain or other hazards.
– Use care when backing machine.
– Do not drive close to a sand trap, ditch, creek, drop
off, or other hazards.
– Reduce speed when making sharp turns. Avoid
sudden stops and starts.
– Avoid turning the core processor on a hill side or
embankment.
– Do not go from reverse to forward nor forward to
reverse without coming to a complete stop first.
– When near or crossing roads, always yield the
right-of-way.
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Do not operate this machine unless you are skilled in and
trained on how to drive on hillsides. Failure to use caution
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