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Operation
Before Operation
Before Operation Safety
General Safety
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Never allow children or untrained people to
operate or service the machine. Local regulations
may restrict the age or require certified training of
the operator. The owner is responsible for training
all operators and mechanics.
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Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety decals.
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Always engage the parking brake, shut off the
machine, remove the key, wait for all moving
parts to stop, and allow the machine to cool
before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing
the machine.
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Know how to stop the machine and shut off the
machine quickly.
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Check that the safety switches and shields are
attached and functioning properly. Do not operate
the machine unless they are functioning properly.
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Locate the pinch-point areas marked on the
machine and attachments; keep your hands and
feet away from these areas.
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Before operating the machine with an attachment,
ensure that the attachment is properly installed
and that it is a genuine Toro attachment. Read all
the attachment manuals.
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Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories
and attachments you need to properly and safely
perform the job.
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Have the property or work area marked for buried
lines and other objects, and do not dig in marked
areas; note the location of unmarked objects and
structures, such as underground storage tanks,
wells, and septic systems.
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Inspect the area where you will use the equipment
for uneven surfaces or hidden hazards.
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Ensure that the area is clear of bystanders before
operating the machine. Stop the machine if a
bystander enters the area.
Performing Daily
Maintenance
Before starting the machine each day, perform the
Each Use/Daily procedures listed in
(page
25).
During Operation
During Operation Safety
General Safety
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Maintenance
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Do not exceed the rated operating capacity, as the
machine may become unstable, which may result
in loss of control.
Do not carry a load with the arms raised. Always
carry loads close to the ground.
Use only Toro-approved attachments and
accessories. Attachments can change the stability
and the operating characteristics of the machine.
For machines with a platform:
– Lower the loader arms before stepping off the
platform.
– Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting
your foot on the ground. If you lose control of
the machine, step off the platform and away
from the machine.
– Do not place your feet under the platform.
– Do not move the machine unless you are
standing with both feet on the platform and your
hands are holding onto the reference bars.
Use your full attention while operating the
machine. Do not engage in any activity that
causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
Look behind and down before backing up to
ensure that the path is clear.
Never jerk the controls; use a steady motion.
The owner/user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents that may cause personal injury or
property damage.
Wear appropriate clothing including gloves, eye
protection, long pants, substantial slip-resistant
footwear, and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose
jewelry.
Do not operate the machine when you are tired, ill,
or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Never carry passengers and keep pets and
bystanders away from the machine.
Operate the machine only in good light, keeping
away from holes and hidden hazards.
Ensure that all the drives are in neutral before
starting the machine. Start the machine only from
the operator's position.
Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
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