Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro 30631 Operator's Manual

Safety

Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner
can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions and always pay
attention to the safety alert symbol,
CAUTION, WARNING, or DANGER—"personal
safety instruction." Failure to comply with the
instruction may result in personal injury or death.

Safe Operating Practices

The following instructions are from ANSI standard
B71.4—1999.
Training
• Read the operator's manual and other training
material. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s)
cannot read English it is the owner's
responsibility to explain this material to them.
• Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
• All operators and mechanics should be trained.
The owner is responsible for training the users.
• Never let children or untrained people operate or
service the equipment. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
• The owner/user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to himself or
herself, other people or property.
Preparation
• Evaluate the terrain to determine the necessary
accessories and attachments to properly and
safely perform the job. Only use accessories and
attachments approved by the manufacturer.
• Wear appropriate clothing including hardhat,
safety glasses and ear protection. Long hair, loose
clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving
parts.
• Inspect the area where the equipment will be
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used and remove all objects such as rocks, toys
and wire that can be thrown by the machine.
Use extra care when handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are flammable and vapors are
explosive.
– Use only an approved container.
– Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with
the engine running. Let the engine cool
before refueling. Do not smoke.
– Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.
Check that operator's presence controls, safety
switches and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate unless they are
functioning properly.
Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
Only operate in good light, keeping away from
holes and hidden hazards.
Be sure all drives are in neutral and the parking
brake is engaged before starting the engine. Only
start the engine from the operator's position. Use
seat belts, if provided.
Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Travel
in the recommended direction on hillsides. Turf
conditions can affect the machine's stability. Use
caution while operating near drop-offs.
Slow down and use caution when making turns
and when changing directions on slopes.
Never raise the deck with the blades running.
Never operate with guards not securely in place.
Be sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted
properly, and functioning property.
Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
Stop on level ground, lower the cutting units,