Checking The Safety-Interlock Switches; During Operation; During Operation Safety - Toro 30609 Operator's Manual

Checking the
Safety-Interlock Switches
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
The machine has interlock switches in the electrical
system. These switches disable either the traction or
the PTO functions when you leave the seat. Although
the engine will continue to run if the PTO switch is
disengaged and the traction pedal is released, stop
the engine before rising from the seat.
To check the operation of the interlock switches,
perform the following procedure:
1. Drive the machine slowly to a large, relatively
open area. Lower the mower deck, stop the
engine, and apply the parking brake.
2. Sit on the seat and press the traction pedal. Try
to start the engine. The engine should not start.
If the engine starts, there is a malfunction in the
interlock system that should be corrected before
beginning operation.
3. Sit on the seat and start the engine. Rise from
the seat and move the PTO switch to O
PTO should not engage. If the PTO engages,
there is a malfunction in the interlock system that
should be corrected before beginning operation.
4. Sit on the seat, engage the parking brake and
start the engine. Move the traction pedal out
of the N position. The InfoCenter will
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display "traction not allowed" and the machine
should not move. If the engine does move, there
is a malfunction in the interlock system that
should be corrected before beginning operation.

During Operation

During Operation Safety

General Safety
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The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents that may cause injuries to himself/herself
and others and for damage to property.
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Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; slip-resistant, substantial footwear; and
hearing protection. Wearing safety shoes and long
pants is advisable and required by some local
ordinances and insurance regulations. Tie back
long hair, secure loose clothing, and do not wear
jewelry.
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Ensure that all drives are in the N
the parking brake is engaged, and you are in the
operating position before you start the engine.
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Keep all body parts, including hands and feet,
away from all moving parts.
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Keep the direction of the mower discharge away
from people and pets.
Do not mow in reverse unless it is absolutely
necessary. If you must mow in reverse, look
behind and down for small children before and
while moving the machine in reverse. Stay alert
and stop the machine if a child enters the area.
Use extreme care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
block your view.
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. The machine could suddenly roll
over if a wheel goes over the edge or if the edge
caves in.
Never carry passengers on the machine.
Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate
the machine when there is the risk of lighting.
Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause the machine to slide.
Never raise the mower deck with the blades
running.
Stop the machine and inspect the blades after
striking an object or if there is an abnormal
vibration in the machine. Make all necessary
repairs before resuming operation.
Stop the blades whenever you are not mowing,
especially while crossing loose terrain such as
gravel.
Slow down and use caution when making turns
and crossing roads and sidewalks with the
machine. Always yield the right-of-way.
Turn on the flashing warning lights on the machine
whenever you travel on a public road, except
where such use is prohibited by law.
Disengage the drive to the attachment and shut off
the engine before adding fuel and adjusting the
height of cut.
Reduce the throttle setting before stopping the
engine and, if the engine has a fuel-shutoff valve,
shut off the fuel when you have finished operating
the machine.
Never run an engine in an area where exhaust
gases are enclosed.
Never leave a running engine unattended.
Before leaving the operating position, do the
following: