Safety Instructions - Toro 04060 Operator's Manual

Safety
Training
1. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar
with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the lawn mower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
3. Never mow while people, especially children,
or pets are nearby.
4. Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.
5. Do not carry passengers.
6. All drivers should seek and obtain professional
and practical instruction. 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 applica-
tion 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 effects of
ground conditions, especially slopes;
– ##incorrect hitching and load distribu-
tion.
Preparation
1. While mowing, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or wearing open san-
dals.
2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equip-
ment is to be used and remove all objects which
may be thrown by the machine.
3. WARNING—Petrol is highly flammable.
• Store fuel in containers specifically
designed for this purpose.
• Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke
while refueling.
• Add fuel before starting the engine. Never
remove the cap of the fuel tank or add
petrol while the engine is running or when
the engine is hot.
• If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start
the engine but move the machine away
from the are of spillage and avoid creating
any source of ignition until petrol vapors
have dissipated.
• Replace all fuel tanks and container caps
securely.
4. Replace faulty silencers.
Operation
1. Do not operate the engine in a confined space
where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
collect.
2. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
3. Before attempting to start the engine, disengage
all blade attachment clutches and shift into neu-
tral.
4. Do not use on slopes of more than:
• Never mow side hills over 5°
• Never mow uphill over 10°
• Never mow downhill over 15°
5. Remember there is no such thing as a "safe"
slope. Travel on grass slopes requires particular
care. To guard against overturning:
• do not stop or start suddenly when going
up or downhill;
• engage the clutch slowly, and always keep
the machine in gear, especially when tra-
vailing downhill;
• machine speeds should be kept low on
slopes and during tight turns;
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