Toro Mower Safety - Toro 30447N Operator's Manual

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Use care when checking blades. Wrap the blades or
wear gloves, and use caution when servicing them. Only
replace blades. Never straighten or weld them.
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Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. If possible,
do not make adjustments with the engine running.
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Charge batteries in an open well ventilated area, away
from spark and flames. Unplug charger before connecting
or disconnecting from battery. Wear protective clothing
and use insulated tools.
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Make sure all hydraulic line connectors are tight and all
hydraulic hoses and lines are in good condition before
applying pressure to the system.
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Keep your body and hands away from pin hole leaks or
nozzles that eject hydraulic fluid under high pressure.
Use paper or cardboard, not your hands, to search for
leaks. Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can have
sufficient force to penetrate the skin and cause serious
injury. If fluid is injected into the skin it must be surgically
removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with this
form of injury or gangrene may result.

Toro 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 ISO or ANSI standards.
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to
avoid serious injury or death.
Use of this product for purposes other than its intended use
could prove dangerous to user and bystanders.
WARNING
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which
is an odorless, deadly poison that can kill you.
Do not run engine indoors or in an enclosed area.
Operation
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Before operating a machine with ROPS (roll over
protection system), be certain that the seat belts are
attached and the seat is latched to prevent the seat from
pivoting forward.
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Know how to stop the machine and engine quickly.
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Do not operate the machine while wearing tennis shoes
or sneakers.
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Wearing safety shoes and long pants is advisable and
required by some local ordinances and insurance
regulations.
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Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from moving parts
and the mower discharge area and underside of the
mower while the engine is running.
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Fill fuel tank until level is 1 inch (25 mm) below the
bottom of the filler neck. Do not overfill.
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Check the safety interlock switches daily for proper
operation. If a switch should fail, replace the switch
before operating the machine.
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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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Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
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Reduce speed when making sharp turns.
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If a steep slope must be ascended, drive forward up the
hill and drive rearward down the hill, keeping the traction
drive engaged.
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If you cannot back up a slope or if you feel uneasy on it,
do not mow it.
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Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,
disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down
the slope. Avoid raising the side cutting units on a slope.
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Avoid turning on slopes. If you must turn, turn slowly
and gradually downhill, if possible.
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Be certain that the seat belt can be released quickly if the
machine is driven or rolls into a pond or water.
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Watch for traffic when near or crossing roads. Always
yield the right-of-way.
This machine is not designed or equipped for on-road
use and is a "slow-moving vehicle". If you must cross
or travel on a public road, you should be aware of and
comply with local regulations, such as required lights,
slow moving vehicle signs, and reflectors.
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Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
The machine could suddenly turn over if a wheel goes
over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
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Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause
sliding.
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Use extra care with other attachments. These can change
the stability of the machine.
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When a person or pet appears unexpectedly in or near
the mowing area, stop mowing. Careless operation,
combined with terrain angles, ricochets, or improperly
positioned guards can lead to thrown object injuries. Do
not resume mowing until the area is cleared.
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Turn off the blades when not mowing.
Maintenance and Storage
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Do not touch equipment or attachment parts which may
be hot from operation. Allow to cool before attempting
to maintain, adjust, or service.
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Never store the machine or fuel container inside where
there is an open flame, such as near a water heater or
furnace.
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Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade attachment
bolts. Keep equipment in good condition.
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If the engine must be running to perform a maintenance
adjustment, keep hands, feet, clothing, and any parts of
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