Toro Mower Safety - Toro 30839N Operator's Manual

or disconnecting from battery. Wear protective clothing
and use insulated tools.

Toro Mower Safety

The following list contains safety information specific to Toro
products or other safety information that you must know that
is not included in the standards.
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to
avoid serious injury or death.
Use of this product for purposes other than its intended use
could prove dangerous to user and bystanders.
WARNING
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which
is an odorless, deadly poison that can kill you. Do
not run engine indoors or in an enclosed area.
Preparation
Be sure to establish your own special procedures and work
rules for unusual operating conditions (e.g., slopes too steep
for operation). Survey the complete mowing site to
determine which hills can be safely operated on. When
performing this site survey, always use common sense and
take into consideration the turf condition and the rollover risk.
To determine which hills or slopes may be safely operated
on, use the inclinometer provided with each machine. To
perform a site survey, follow the procedure outlined in the
Operation section of the this manual. The maximum side
hill angle is detailed on the slope decal affixed near the
angle indicator.
Training
The operator must be skilled and trained in how to drive on
hillsides. Failure to use caution on slopes or hills may cause
the vehicle to tip or roll, possibly resulting in personal injury
or death.
Operation
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Know how to stop the machine and engine quickly.
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Do not operate the machine while wearing tennis shoes
or sneakers.
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Wearing safety shoes and long pants is advisable and
required by some local ordinances and insurance
regulations.
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Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from moving parts
and the mower discharge area.
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Fill the fuel tank until level is 1/2 inch (12 mm) below the
bottom of the filler neck. Do not overfill.
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Check the safety interlock switches daily for proper
operation. If a switch should fail, replace the switch
before operating the machine.
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When starting the engine, engage the parking brake, put
the traction pedal in neutral, and disengage the blade
drive. After the engine starts, release the parking brake
and keep your foot off of the traction pedal. The machine
must not move. If movement is evident, refer to the
Maintenance section of this manual to adjust the traction
drive.
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Use extreme caution when operating close to sand traps,
ditches, creeks, steep hillsides, or other hazards.
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Reduce speed when making sharp turns.
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Do not turn on hills.
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Do not operate on a side hill that is too steep. A rollover
may occur before losing traction.
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On models 30839, 30843 and 30807, the slope angle
at which the machines will tip is dependent on many
factors. Among these are mowing conditions such as
wet or undulating terrain, speed (especially in turns),
position of the cutting units (with the Sidewinder), tire
pressure, and operator experience. At side hill angles
of 20 degrees or less, the risk of a rollover is low. As
the slope angle increases to a recommended maximum
limit of 25 degrees, the risk of a rollover increases to a
moderate level. Do not exceed a 25 degree side hill
slope angle because the risk of a rollover and serious
injury or death is very high.
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On model 30849, the slope angle at which the machine
will tip is dependent on many factors. Among these are
mowing conditions such as wet or undulating terrain,
speed (especially in turns), position of the cutting
units (with the Sidewinder), tire pressure, and operator
experience. At side hill angles of 15 degrees or less, the
risk of a rollover is low. As the slope angle increases to a
recommended maximum limit of 20 degrees, the risk of a
rollover increases to a moderate level. Do not exceed a
20 degree side hill slope angle because the risk of a
rollover and serious injury or death is very high.
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For steering control, lower the cutting units when going
down slopes.
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Avoid sudden stops and starts.
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Use the reverse pedal for braking.
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Watch for traffic when near or crossing roads. Always
yield the right-of-way.
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Raise the cutting units when driving from one work area
to another.
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Do not touch the engine, muffler, exhaust pipe, or
hydraulic tank while the engine is running or soon after
it has stopped because these areas could be hot enough
to cause burns.
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This machine is not designed or equipped for on-road use
and is a slow-moving vehicle. If you must cross or travel
on a public road, you should be aware of and comply with
local regulations, such as required lights, slow moving
vehicle signs, and reflectors.
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