Think Safety First; The Safety Interlock System - Toro TITAN ZX4800 Operator's Manual

Think Safety First

Please carefully read all of the safety instructions and
decals in the safety section. Knowing this information
could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid
injury.
DANGER
Mowing on wet grass or steep slopes can
cause sliding and loss of control.
Wheels dropping over edges can cause
rollovers, which may result in serious injury,
death or drowning.
A loss of traction is a loss of steering control.
To avoid loss of control and possibility of
rollover:
• Do not mow near drop-offs or near water.
• Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
• Reduce speed and use extreme caution on
slopes.
• When mowing slopes, gradually work from
lower to higher areas on the incline.
• Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed
changes.
• Turn up, into an incline when changing
directions on slopes. Turning down the
slope reduces traction.
• Attachments change the handling
characteristics of the machine. Use extra
caution when using attachments with the
machine.
1. Safe Zone-use the machine here
2. Use walk behind mower and/or hand trimmer near drop-offs
and water.
3. Water
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CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels in
excess of 85 dBA at the operators ear and can
cause hearing loss through extended periods
of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
The use of protective equipment for eyes, ears,
hands, feet, and head is recommended.
1. Wear safety glasses

The Safety Interlock System

WARNING
If safety interlock switches are disconnected
or damaged the machine could operate
unexpectedly causing personal injury.
• Do not tamper with the interlock switches.
• Check the operation of the interlock
switches daily and replace any damaged
switches before operating the machine.
Understanding the Safety Interlock
System
The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the
engine from starting unless:
•
The parking brake is engaged.
•
The blades are disengaged.
•
The motion control levers are in the neutral lock
position.
The safety interlock system also is designed to stop
the engine when the control levers are out of the
neutral lock position with the parking brake on or if
you rise from the seat when the blades are engaged.
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Testing the Safety Interlock
System
Test the safety interlock system before you use the
machine each time. If the safety system does not
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Figure 9
2. Wear hearing protection
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