Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro 31598 Operator's Manual

Correcting the Cutting Unit Mismatch ................ 66
Miscellaneous Maintenance .................................... 67
Servicing the Spark Arrestor Muffler................... 67
Cleaning the Cab Air Filters ................................ 67
Cleaning the Air Conditioning Coil ..................... 68
Cleaning the A/C Condenser Screen ................... 68
Storage....................................................................... 69
Preparing for Seasonal Storage............................ 69
Schematics ................................................................. 70

Safety

This machine meets or exceeds CEN standard
EN 836:1997, ISO standard 5395:1990, and ANSI
B71.4-2004 specifications in effect at the time of
production.
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, which means Caution, Warning, or
Danger-personal safety instruction. Failure to
comply with the instruction may result in personal
injury or death.

Safe Operating Practices

The following instructions are from the CEN standard
EN 836:1997, ISO standard 5395:1990, and ANSI
standard B71.4-2004.
Training
• Read the Operator's Manual and other training material
carefully. Be familiar with the controls, safety signs,
and the proper use of the equipment.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the mower. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
• Never mow while people, especially children, or pets
are nearby.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to himself or
herself, other people, or property.
• Do not carry passengers.
• All drivers and mechanics should seek and obtain
professional and practical instruction. The owner is
responsible for training the users. Such instruction
should emphasize:
- the need for care and concentration when
working with ride-on machines;
- control of a ride-on machine sliding on a slope
will not be regained by the application of the
brake. The main reasons for loss of control are:
◊ insufficient wheel grip;
◊ being driven too fast;
◊ inadequate braking;
◊ the type of machine is unsuitable for its task;
◊ lack of awareness of the effect of ground
conditions, especially slopes;
◊ incorrect hitching and load distribution.
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