Toro Riding Mower Safety - Toro 31201 Operator's Manual

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Stop the blades from rotating before crossing surfaces
other than grass.
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When using any attachments, never direct discharge of
material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the
machine while in operation.
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Never operate the machine with damaged guards, shields,
or without safety protective devices in place.
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Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed
the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed may
increase the hazard of personal injury.
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Before leaving the operator's position:
– disengage the power take-off and lower the
attachments;
– set the parking brake;
– stop the engine and remove the key.
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Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine, and
remove the ignition key:
– before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;
– before checking, cleaning or working on the machine;
– after striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine
for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the equipment;
– if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately).
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Do not operate the machine under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
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Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If lightning
is seen or thunder is heard in the area, do not operate
the machine; seek shelter.
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Disengage drive to attachments when transporting or not
in use.
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Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment before
refueling.
Rollover Protection System (ROPS) -
Use and Maintenance
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The ROPS is an integral and effective safety device. Keep
a folding ROPS in the raised and locked position and use
the seat belt when operating the machine.
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Lower a folding ROPS temporarily only when absolutely
necessary. Do not wear the seat belt when folded down.
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Be aware there is no rollover protection when a folded
ROPS is in the down position.
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Be certain that the seat belt can be released quickly in
the event of an emergency.
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Check the area to be mowed and never fold down a
folding ROPS in areas where there are slopes, drop offs
or water.
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Check carefully for overhead clearances (i.e. branches,
doorways, electrical wires) before driving under any
objects and do not contact them.
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Keep the ROPS in safe operating condition by
periodically thoroughly inspecting for damage and
keeping all mounting fasteners tight.
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Replace a damaged ROPS. Do not repair or revise.
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Do not remove the ROPS.
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Any alterations to a ROPS must be approved by the
manufacturer.
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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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Be certain that the seat belt can be released quickly in
the event of an emergency.
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Be aware there is no rollover protection when the roll
bar is down.
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Check the area to be mowed and never fold the ROPS in
areas where there are slopes, drop offs or water.
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Lower the rollbar only when absolutely necessary. Do
not wear the seat belt with the roll bar folded down.
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Check carefully for overhead clearances (i.e. branches,
doorways, electrical wires) before driving under any
objects and do not contact them.
Maintenance and Storage
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Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
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Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank inside a
building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
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Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
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To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,
silencer/muffler, battery compartment and fuel storage
area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
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Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
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If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
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On multi-bladed machines, take care as manually rotating
one blade can cause other blades to rotate.
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When machine is to be parked, stored or left unattended,
lower the mower deck.
Hauling
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Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a
trailer or truck.
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Use full width ramps for loading machine into trailer or
truck.
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Tie the machine down securely using straps, chains, cable,
or ropes. Both front and rear straps should be directed
down and outward from the machine

Toro Riding Mower Safety

The following list contains safety information specific to Toro
products or other safety information that you must know that
is not included in the CEN standard.
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