Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro Groundmaster 7210 Operator's Manual

Safety

These machines meet or exceed ANSI B71.4–2004
specifications in effect at the time of production
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, 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 from the CEN standard
EN 836:1997 and ANSI B71.4-2004.
This product is capable of amputating hands and
feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safety
instructions to avoid serious injury or death.
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.
•
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the lawn mower. Local
regulations can 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.
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All drivers should seek and obtain professional
and practical instruction. 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
control levers. The main reasons for loss of
control are:
◊ insufficient wheel grip, especially on wet
grass;
◊ being driven too fast;
◊ inadequate braking;
◊ the type of machine is unsuitable for its
task;
◊ lack of awareness of the effect of ground
conditions, especially slopes;
◊ incorrect load distribution.
Preparation
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While mowing, always wear substantial,
slip-resistant footwear and long trousers. 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.
•
Warning—fuel is highly flammable.
– Store fuel in containers specifically designed
for this purpose.
– Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while
refueling.
– Add fuel before starting the engine. Never
remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel
while the engine is running or when the engine
is hot.
– If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine but move the machine away from the
area of spillage and avoid creating any source
of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.
– Replace all fuel tank and container caps
securely.
•
Replace faulty silencers/mufflers.
•
Before using, always visually inspect to see that
the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are
not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged
blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
Operation
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Be alert, slow down and use caution when making
turns. Look behind and to the side before changing
directions.
•
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 and shift into neutral.
•
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 on a slope;
– use slow speeds on slopes and during tight
turns;
– stay alert for humps and hollows and other
hidden hazards.
•
Watch out for traffic when crossing or near
roadways.
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