Think Safety First; Using The Rollover-Protection System (Rops) - Toro 31236 Operator's Manual

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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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Do not mow on 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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Stop the machine 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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Slow down and use caution when making turns and
crossing roads and sidewalks with the machine. Always
yield the right-of-way.
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Turn on the flashing warning lights on the machine
whenever you travel on a public road, except where such
use is prohibited by law.
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Disengage the drive to the attachment and shut off the
engine before adding fuel and adjusting the height of cut.
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Reduce the throttle setting before stopping the engine
and, if the engine has a fuel-shutoff valve, shut off the
fuel when you have finished operating the machine.
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Never run an engine in an area where exhaust gases are
enclosed.
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Never leave a running engine unattended.
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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.
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Do not change the governor settings on or overspeed
the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed may
increase the potential for personal injury.
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Do not use the machine as a towing vehicle.
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Use accessories and attachments approved by The Toro®
Company only.
Rollover Protection System (ROPS)
Safety
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Do not remove the ROPS from the machine.
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Ensure that the seat belt is attached and that you can
release it quickly in the event of an emergency.
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Always wear your seat belt when the ROPS is up.
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Check carefully for overhead clearances, such as branches,
doorways, and electrical wires, before driving the machine
under them. Do not contact them.
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Keep the ROPS in safe operating condition by thoroughly
inspecting it periodically for damage and keeping all the
mounting fasteners tight.
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Replace a damaged ROPS. Do not repair or revise it.
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Any alterations to a ROPS must be approved by The
Toro® Company.
Slope Safety
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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.
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Avoid starting, stopping, or turning the machine on a
slope. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blade(s) and
proceed slowly straight down the slope.
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Do not turn the machine sharply. Use care when reversing
the machine.
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When operating the machine on a slope, always keep all
cutting units lowered.
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Avoid turning the machine on slopes. If you must turn,
turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
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Use extra care while operating the machine with
attachments; they can affect the stability of the machine.

Think Safety First

Please read all safety instructions and symbols in the safety
section. Knowing this information could help you or
bystanders avoid injury.
CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels in excess of
85 dBA at the operator's ear and can cause hearing
loss through extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
1. Warning— wear eye
protection.
Using the Rollover-Protection
System (ROPS)
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Keep the roll bar in the raised and locked position and
use the seat belt when operating the machine.
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Ensure that you can release the seat belt quickly in an
emergency situation.
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Check the area that you will mow and never fold the
ROPS in areas where there are slopes, drop-offs, or water.
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2. Warning— wear hearing
protection