During Operation; During Operation Safety - Toro GrandStand HDX 72514 Operator's Manual

During Operation

During Operation Safety

General Safety
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The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible
for accidents that may cause personal injury or
property damage.
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Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant
footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose
jewelry.
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Use your full attention while operating the
machine. Do not engage in any activity that
causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
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Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Never carry passengers on the machine and keep
bystanders and pets away from the machine
during operation.
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Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate
the machine when there is the risk of lightning.
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Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if
you slip and contact the blade. Avoid mowing in
wet conditions.
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Before you start the engine, ensure that all drives
are in neutral, the parking brake is engaged, and
you are in the operating position.
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Ensure that you have good footing while using this
machine, especially when backing up.
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Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting
units. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
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Look behind and down before backing up to be
sure of a clear path.
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Use extreme care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
block your view.
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Stop the blades whenever you are not mowing.
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Stop the machine, remove the ignition key, and
wait for all moving parts to stop before inspecting
the mower deck or attachment after striking an
object or if there is an abnormal vibration in the
machine. Make all necessary repairs before
resuming operation.
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Slow down and use caution when making turns
and crossing roads and sidewalks with the
machine. Always yield the right-of-way.
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Disengage the cutting unit and shut off the engine
before adjusting the height of cut (unless you can
adjust it from the operating position).
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Operate the engine only in well-ventilated areas.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which
is lethal if inhaled.
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Never leave a running machine unattended.
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Before leaving the operating position (including
to empty the catchers or to unclog the chute), do
the following:
– Park the machine on a level surface.
– Disengage the power take-off.
– Engage the parking brake.
– Shut off the engine and remove the ignition key.
– Wait for all moving parts to stop.
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Shut off the machine and disengage the drive to
the cutting unit in the following situations:
– Before fueling
– Before clearing blockages
– Before checking, cleaning, or maintaining the
cutting unit
– After striking a foreign object or if an abnormal
vibration occurs. Inspect the cutting unit for
damage and make repairs before starting and
operating the machine
– Before leaving the operating position
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Do not use the machine as a towing vehicle.
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Use only accessories and attachments approved
by The Toro® Company.
Slope Safety
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Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control
and rollover accidents, which can result in severe
injury or death. You are responsible for safe slope
operation. Operating the machine on any slope
requires extra caution. Before using the machine
on a slope, do the following:
– Review and understand the slope instructions
in the manual and on the machine.
– Evaluate the site conditions of the day to
determine if the slope is safe for machine
operation. Use common sense and good
judgment when performing this evaluation.
Changes in the terrain, such as moisture, can
quickly affect the operation of the machine on
a slope.
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Operate across slopes, never up and down. Avoid
operation on excessively steep or wet slopes.
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Identify hazards at the base of the slope. Do
not operate the machine near drop-offs, ditches,
embankments, water, or other hazards. The
machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel goes
over the edge or the edge collapses. Keep a safe
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