Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro 07050 Operator's Manual

Safety

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

Training
• Read the Operator's Manual and other training
material. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) can not
read English it is the owner's responsibility to explain
this material to them.
• Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
• All operators and mechanics should be trained. The
owner is responsible for training the users.
• Never let children or untrained people operate or
service the equipment. Local regulations may restrict
the age of the operator.
• The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents or injuries occurring to himself or herself,
other people or property.
• The machine must be towed to operate, it is
extremely important that the tow tractor be carefully
selected to assure the best performance and safe
operation.
• The tow tractor must have the proper wheel base,
tread width, working seat belt, and must be equipped
with a roll bar to operate safely on hilly terrain.
The normal operating speed is 6 MPH (9 km/h)
but will vary with terrain and debris being picked
up. The maximum transport speed is 20 MPH (32
km/h) with slower speeds required on hilly terrain.
Refer to tractor Operator's Manual for information or
tractor service agency if you have any question on
safe operation.
• The brakes of the tow tractor must have the capacity
to stop the machine with hopper fully loaded and
traveling at the maximum recommended transport
speed.
• Ensure that the machine complies with local road
requirements when being transported on public
roads. A slow moving vehicle sign has been provided.
Signal lights and brakes are not provided and may
be required in some areas.
Preparation
• Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories
and attachments are needed to properly and
safely perform the job. Only use accessories and
attachments approved by the manufacturer.
• Wear the appropriate clothing including a hard hat,
safety glasses, and hearing protection. Long hair,
loose clothing, or jewelry may get tangled in moving
parts.
• Use extra care when handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are flammable and the vapors are
explosive.
– Use only an approved container.
– Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the
engine running.
– Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
– Do not smoke when handling gasoline and other
fuels.
– Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.
• Check that the operator presence controls, safety
switches, and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning
properly.
• Keep all shields, safety devices, and decals in place.
If a shield, safety device, or decal is malfunctioning,
illegible, or damaged, replace it before operating the
machine.
Operation
• Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
• Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes
and hidden hazards.
• Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is
engaged before starting engine. Start the engine only
from the operator's position.
• Never operate without the shields, covers, or other
guards securely in place. Be sure all interlocks are
functioning properly.
• Stop on a level ground, empty the hopper, and block
the wheels before removing the sweeper from the
prime mover.
• Shut the engine off and wait for all movement to
stop. The impeller may momentarily turn after other
components have stopped. Use extreme caution
when removing the cover from the blower housing.
• Keep hands and feet away from the sweeper area.
• Never carry passengers. Keep pets and bystanders
away.
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