Preparing To Aerate; During Operation; During Operation Safety - Toro ProCore 864 Operator's Manual

confidence in the performance of the aerator and
helps ensure use of proper operating techniques
wherever the machine is operated.
If there are sprinkler heads, electrical or
communication lines, or other obstructions in the area
to be aerated, mark these items to ensure that they
are not damaged during operation.
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury, never leave the
tractor seat without first disengaging the
PTO drive, engaging the parking brake and
shutting off the engine. Never perform aerator
repairs without first lowering the aerator onto
the storage stand or appropriate blocking
or jacks. Ensure that all safety devices are
secured in proper place before resuming
operation.

Preparing to Aerate

Inspect the area of operation for hazards that could
damage the machine and remove them, if possible,
or plan how to avoid them. Carry replacement tines
and tools in case tines are damaged due to contact
with foreign materials.

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; slip-resistant, substantial footwear;
long pants; and hearing protection. Tie back
long hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose
jewelry.
•
Do not operate the machine when tired, ill, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
Never carry passengers on the machine and keep
bystanders and pets away from the machine
during operation.
•
Operate the machine only in good visibility to avoid
holes or hidden hazards.
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Keep your hands and feet away from the tines.
•
Look behind and down before backing up to be
sure of a clear path.
•
Stop the machine, shut off the engine, wait for
all moving parts to stop, and inspect the tines
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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The aerator is heavy. When attached to a tractor
and in the raised position, its weight affects
stability, braking and steering. Exercise caution
when transporting between working areas.
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Always maintain proper tractor tire pressure.
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Ensure that you comply with all regulations before
transporting equipment on the public roads and
highways. Make sure that all required reflectors
and lights are in place and are clean and visible by
overtaking and oncoming traffic.
•
Do not allow passengers to ride on the machine.
•
Reduce speed on rough roads and surfaces
•
Independent wheel brakes should always be
locked together when transporting.
•
For all PTO shaft steel parts (tubes, bearings,
joints, etc.) disassembly or repairs, it is
highly advisable to contact your local Toro
distributor. Removal of components for repairs
and reassembly may damage some parts if not
performed with special tools by trained technicians.
•
The PTO shaft must not be used without the
guards supplied.
•
Friction clutches may become hot during use. Do
not touch. To avoid the risk of fire, keep the area
around the clutch free of flammable material and
avoid prolonged slipping of the clutch.
Slope Safety
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Review the tow vehicle specifications to ensure
that you do not exceed its slope capabilities.
•
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.
•
Evaluate the site conditions to determine if the
slope is safe for machine operation including
surveying the site. Always use common sense
and good judgment when performing this survey.
•
Review the slope instructions listed below for
operating the machine on slopes and review the
conditions to determine whether you can operate
the machine in the conditions on that day and at
that site. Changes in the terrain can result in a
change in slope operation for the machine.
•
Avoid starting, stopping, or turning the machine on
slopes. Avoid making sudden changes in speed or
direction. Make turns slowly and gradually.
•
Do not operate a machine under any conditions
where traction, steering, or stability is in question.
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