Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro 22318 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
means: Caution , Warning , or Danger —personal safety
instruction. Failure to comply with the instruction may
result in personal injury or death.

Safe Operating Practices

This product is capable of amputating hands and feet. Always
follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death.
WARNING
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless, deadly poison that can kill you.
Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed
area.
Training
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Read the Operator's Manual and other training material. If
the operator(s) or mechanic(s) can not read English, it is
the owner's responsibility to explain this material to them.
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Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment,
operator controls, and safety signs.
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All operators and mechanics should be trained. The
owner is responsible for training the users.
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Never let children or untrained people operate or service
the equipment. Local regulations may restrict the age of
the operator.
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The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents or injuries occurring to himself or herself, other
people or property.
Preparation
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Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and
attachments are needed to properly and safely perform
the job. Only use accessories and attachments approved
by the manufacturer.
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Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat, safety
glasses, long pants, substantial slip resistant safety shoes,
and hearing protection. Tie back long hair and do not
wear jewelry.
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Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and
remove all objects such as rocks, toys, and wire which can
be thrown by the machine.
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Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels.
They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
– Use only an approved container
– Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
Do not smoke.
– Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.
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Check that the operator's presence controls, safety
switches, and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning
properly.
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Operation
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Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
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Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes and
hidden hazards.
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Be sure all drives are in neutral before starting the engine.
Only start the engine from the operator's position.
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Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be sure to
travel in the recommended direction on hillsides. Turf
conditions can affect the machine's stability.
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Slow down and use caution when making turns and when
changing directions on slopes.
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Never operate with the guards not securely in place. Be
sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted properly, and
functioning property.
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Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed
the engine.
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Stop on level ground, lower implements, disengage the
auxiliary hydraulics, and shut off the engine before leaving
the operator's position for any reason.
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Keep hands and feet away from moving attachments.
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Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of
a clear path.
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Never carry passengers and keep pets and bystanders
away.
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Slow down and use caution when making turns and
crossing roads and sidewalks.
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Do not operate the machine when tired, ill, or under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a
trailer or truck.
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Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees,
or other objects that may obscure vision.
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Read all attachment manuals.
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Ensure that the area is clear of other people before
operating the traction unit. Stop the traction unit if
anyone enters the area.
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Never leave a running traction unit unattended. Always
lower the loader arms, stop the engine, and remove the
key before leaving.
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Do not exceed the rated operating capacity, as the traction
unit may become unstable which may result in loss of
control.
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Do not carry a load with the arms raised. Always carry
loads close to the ground.
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