Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro CM-658H-S Operator's Manual

Safety

Improperly using or maintaining the machine 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

This product is capable of amputating hands. Always follow
all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death.
WARNING
Machining or handling stone, masonry, concrete,
metal, and other materials can generate dust, mists,
and fumes containing chemicals, such as silica,
known to cause serious or fatal injury or illness,
such as respiratory disease, silicosis, cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
• Control dust, mist, and fumes at the source
where possible. Water should be used for dust
suppression when feasible.
• Use good work practices and follow the
recommendations of the manufacturer or
suppliers, OSHA, and other occupational and
trade associations.
• Always follow respiratory precautions.
• When the hazards from inhalation cannot be
eliminated, the operator and any bystanders
should wear a respirator approved by OSHA for
the material being handled.
WARNING
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless, deadly poison that can kill you.
Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed
area.
Training
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Read the Operator's Manual and other training material. If
the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read or understand
the information, it is the owner's responsibility to explain
this material to them.
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Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment,
operator controls, and safety signs.
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All operators and mechanics should be trained. The
owner is responsible for training the users.
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Never let children or untrained people operate or service
the equipment. Local regulations may restrict the age of
the operator.
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The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents or injuries to people or damage to property.
Towing
Check with your local county or state towing safety regulations
before towing the machine.
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In order to reduce the possibility of an accident while
transporting the machine on public roads, make sure that
the towing vehicle is mechanically sound and in good
operating condition.
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Shut down the engine before transporting the machine.
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When towing with a ball hitch, ensure that the ball hitch
you are using is the proper size for the hitch coupler on
the machine.
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When towing with a pintle hitch, ensure that the eye of
the tow pole is the correct dimension for the pintle hook.
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Inspect the hitch and coupling for wear. Never tow the
machine with damaged or defective hitches, couplings,
chains, or other components.
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Check the tire air pressure on the towing vehicle and the
machine.
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Check the tire tread and sidewall for damage and wear.
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Properly attach the safety chains to the towing vehicle.
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Ensure that the directional and brake lights are working
properly (if the machine is equipped with the light kit).
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Ensure that the directional, backup, and brake lights of
the tow vehicle are working properly (if the machine is
equipped with the light kit).
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Before towing, check to make certain your machine is
correctly and securely attached to the towing vehicle.
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Ensure that the safety chains are properly secured to the
vehicle, and leave enough slack for turning.
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Do not carry any material in the machine when towing.
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Avoid sudden stops and starts. This can cause skidding,
or jackknifing. Smooth, gradual starts and stops will
improve towing.
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Avoid sharp turns to prevent rolling. Tow only with a
vehicle that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not
attach towed equipment except at the hitch point.
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Do not tow the machine faster than 88 km/h (55 mph).
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Use caution when backing up; use a spotter outside the
vehicle to guide you.
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Do not allow anyone to sit or ride on the machine.
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Disconnect the machine from the tow vehicle before
using it.
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Place chock blocks underneath the tires to prevent them
from rolling while the machine is parked.
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