Chapter 5: Operation; Before Operation; Before Operation Safety - Toro 25545T Operator's Manual

Before Operation

Before Operation Safety

• Never allow children or untrained people to operate or service the machine. Local
regulations may restrict the age or require certified training of the operator. The owner is
responsible for training all operators and mechanics.
• Review jobsite hazards, safety and emergency procedures, and individual
responsibilities with all personnel before beginning work on the job site.
• Classify the jobsite based on its hazards, and use the correct tools and machinery, safety
equipment, and work methods for the jobsite.
• Inspect the area where you will use the equipment for uneven surfaces and hidden
hazards.
• Contact your local marking service and have them mark the location of other objects,
including underground storage tanks, wells, and septic systems.
• Contact your Authorized Service Dealer if you have questions about how to operate,
maintain, or use your machine.
• Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls, and safety
decals.
• Know how to stop the machine and shut off the engine quickly.
• Ensure that the guards, safety switches, and other protective devices are in place and
functioning properly; otherwise, do not operate the machine.
• Replace any missing or damaged protective devices and safety signs.
• At the beginning of the work day, thoroughly inspect the machine before operating it.
Repair or replace any worn or damaged parts.
• Locate the pinch-point areas marked on the machine and attachments; keep your hands
and feet away from these areas.
• Wear appropriate clothing including eye protection, long pants, substantial slip-resistant
footwear, hearing protection, gloves, and a hard hat. Tie back long hair and do not wear
loose clothing or loose jewelry.
• Read the trailer operator's manual before loading or transporting the machine.
– Always tie down equipment and properly stow accessories, even if traveling short
distances.
– Ensure that the tow vehicle has the proper tow-capacity rating.
– Attach the trailer to the vehicle before loading or unloading the machine.
– Load and unload the trailer on level ground.
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