Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro Groundsmaster 360 Operator's Manual

Safety

This machine has been designed in accordance
with ANSI B71.4-2012.
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

This product is capable of amputating hands and
feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safety
instructions to avoid serious injury or death.
Training
•
Read the Operator's Manual and other training
material carefully. Be familiar with the controls,
safety signs, and the proper use of the equipment.
•
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the lawn machine. Local
regulations can restrict the age of the operator.
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Never mow while people, especially children, or
pets are nearby.
•
Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.
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Do not carry passengers.
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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 application of the
brake. The main reasons for loss of control are:
◊ insufficient wheel grip, especially on wet
grass;
◊ being driven too fast;
◊ inadequate braking;
◊ the type of machine is unsuitable for its
task;
◊ lack of awareness of the effect of ground
conditions, especially slopes;
◊ incorrect load distribution.
Preparation
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While mowing, always wear substantial footwear
and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment
when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
•
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment
is to be used and remove all objects which may be
thrown by the machine.
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Replace faulty silencers/mufflers.
•
Before using, always visually inspect to see that
the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are
not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged
blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
Safe Handling of Fuels
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To avoid personal injury or property damage, use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
•
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other
sources of ignition.
•
Use only an approved fuel container.
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Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running.
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Allow engine to cool before refueling.
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Never refuel the machine indoors.
•
Never store the machine or fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as
on a water heater or on other appliances.
•
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck
or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place
containers on the ground away from your vehicle
before filling.
•
Remove equipment from the truck or trailer and
refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then
refuel such equipment with a portable container,
rather than from a fuel dispenser nozzle.
•
Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel
tank or container opening at all times until fueling
is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock open device.
•
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
•
Never overfill fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and
tighten securely.
Operation
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Be alert, slow down and use caution when making
turns. Look behind and to the side before changing
directions.
•
Do not operate the engine in a confined space
where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
collect.
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Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
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