During Operation; During Operation Safety - Toro Groundsmaster 4110 Operator's Manual

During Operation

During Operation Safety

General Safety
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The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents that may cause injuries to himself/herself
and others and for damage to property.
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Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; slip-resistant, substantial footwear; and
hearing protection. Wearing safety shoes and long
pants is advisable and required by some local
ordinances and insurance regulations. Tie back
long hair, secure loose clothing, and do not wear
jewelry.
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Ensure that all drives are in the N
the parking brake is set, and you are in the
operating position before you start the engine.
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Keep all body parts, including hands and feet,
away from all moving parts.
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Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Keep the direction of the mower discharge away
from people and pets.
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Do not mow in reverse unless it is absolutely
necessary. If you must mow in reverse, look
behind and down for small children before and
while moving the machine in reverse. Stay alert
and stop the machine if a child enters the area.
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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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Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. The machine could suddenly roll
over if a wheel goes over the edge or if the edge
caves in.
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Never carry passengers on the machine.
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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 lighting.
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Avoid mowing wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause the machine to slide.
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Never raise the mower deck with the blades
running.
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Shut off the engine and inspect the blades 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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Stop the blades whenever you are not mowing,
especially while crossing loose terrain such as
gravel.
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Cab Safety
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Slope Safety
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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.
Turn on the flashing warning lights on the machine
whenever you travel on a public road, except
where such use is prohibited by law.
Disengage the drive to the attachment and shut off
the engine before adding fuel and adjusting the
height-of-cut.
Reduce the throttle setting before shutting off the
engine and, if the engine has a fuel-shutoff valve,
shut off the fuel when you have finished operating
the machine.
Never run an engine in an area where exhaust
gases are enclosed.
Never leave a running engine unattended.
Before leaving the operating position, do the
following:
– Stop the machine on level ground.
– Disengage the power take-off and lower the
attachments.
– Set the parking brake.
– Shut off the engine and remove the key.
– Wait for all moving parts to stop.
Do not change the governor settings on or
overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at
excessive speed may increase the potential for
personal injury.
Do not use the machine as a towing vehicle.
Use accessories and attachments approved by
The Toro® Company only.
Ensure that the seat belt is attached and that you
can release it quickly in the event of an emergency.
Always wear your seat belt when the operating
the machine.
Check carefully for overhead clearances, such as
branches, doorways, and electrical wires, before
driving the machine under them. Do not contact
them.
Keep the cab in safe operating condition by
thoroughly inspecting it periodically for damage
and keeping all the mounting fasteners tight.
Any alterations to a cab must be approved by The
Toro® Company.
Slow down the machine and use extra care on
hillsides. Travel in the recommended direction on
hillsides. Turf conditions can affect the stability of
the machine.