Safety - Toro ReelMaster 01005 Operator's Manual

Safety

To control hazards and prevent accidents, it is essential
that those who operate, transport, maintain, and store
the machine be aware, concerned, and properly trained.
Improperly using the machine can result in injury or
death. To reduce the potential for injury or death,
comply with the following safety instructions.
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Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the
traction unit and the cutting unit operator's manual before
operating the cutting unit.
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Never allow children to operate the traction unit or
cutting units. Do not allow adults to operate traction unit
or cutting units without proper instruction. Only trained
operators who have read this manual should operate the
traction unit or cutting units.
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Never operate the cutting units when under the influence
of drugs or alcohol.
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Keep all shields and safety devices in place. If a shield,
safety device or decal is illegible or damaged, repair or
replace it before operation is commenced. Also tighten
any loose nuts, bolts, and screws to ensure that the cutting
unit is in safe operating condition.
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Always wear substantial shoes. Do not operate the cutting
units while wearing sandals, tennis shoes, or sneakers.
Also, do not wear loose fitting clothing which could get
caught in moving parts. Always wear long pants. Wearing
safety glasses, safety shoes and a helmet is advisable
and required by some local ordinances and insurance
regulations.
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Remove all debris or other objects that might be picked
up and thrown by the cutting unit reel blades. Keep all
bystanders away from the working area.
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If the cutting blades strike a solid object or the unit
vibrates abnormally, stop and shut the engine off. Check
cutting unit for damaged parts. Repair any damage before
starting and operating the cutting unit.
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Lower the cutting units to the ground, and remove key
from ignition switch whenever you leave the machine
unattended.
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Ensure that the cutting units are in safe operating
condition by keeping nuts, bolts, and screws tight.
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Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent the
engine from accidently starting when servicing, adjusting,
or storing the machine.
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Perform only those maintenance instructions described
in this manual. For major repairs or assistance, contact an
Authorized Toro Distributor.
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To ensure optimum performance and safety, always
purchase genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories
to keep the Toro all Toro. Never use "will-fit"
replacement parts and accessories made by other
manufacturers. Using unapproved replacement parts
and accessories could void the warranty.
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