During Operation; During Operation Safety - Toro 74969 Operator's Manual

During Operation

During Operation Safety

General Safety
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The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible
for accidents that may cause personal injury or
property damage.
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Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; long pants; slip-resistant, substantial
footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair and do not wear loose jewelry.
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Use your full attention while operating the
machine. Do not engage in any activity that
causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
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Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Never carry passengers on the machine and keep
bystanders and pets away from the machine
during operation.
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Operate the machine only in good visibility to avoid
holes or hidden hazards.
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Avoid mowing on wet grass. Reduced traction
could cause the machine to slide.
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Ensure that all drives are in neutral, the parking
brake is engaged, and you are in the operating
position before you start the engine.
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Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting
units. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
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Look behind and down before backing up to be
sure of a clear path.
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Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure your
vision.
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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
gives way.
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Stop the blades whenever you are not mowing.
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Stop the machine, shut off the engine, remove
the key, 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.
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Slow down and use caution when making turns
and crossing roads and sidewalks with the
machine. Always yield the right-of-way.
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Disengage the drive to the cutting unit, shut off the
engine, and remove the key before adjusting the
height of cut (unless you can adjust it from the
operating position).
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Never run an engine in an area where exhaust
gases are enclosed.
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Never leave a running machine unattended.
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Before leaving the operating position (including
to empty the catchers or to unclog the chute), do
the following:
– Stop the machine on level ground.
– Disengage the power takeoff and lower the
attachments.
– Engage the parking brake.
– Shut off the engine and remove the key.
– Wait for all moving parts to stop.
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Do not operate the machine when there is the risk
of lightning.
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Do not use the machine as a towing vehicle unless
it has a hitch installed.
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Do not change the governor speed or overspeed
the engine.
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Use only accessories and attachments approved
by Toro.
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This machine produces sound levels in excess
of 85 dBA at the operator's ear and can cause
hearing loss through extended periods of
exposure.
1. Wear hearing protection.
Rollover Protection System
(ROPS) Safety
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Do not remove the roll bar from the machine.
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Ensure that the seat belt is attached and that you
can release it quickly in an emergency.
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Always wear your seat belt when the roll bar is up.
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Check carefully for overhead obstructions and do
not contact them.
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Keep the roll bar in safe operating condition by
thoroughly inspecting it periodically for damage
and keeping all the mounting fasteners tight.
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Replace a damaged roll bar. Do not repair or alter
it.
Slope Safety
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Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control
and rollover accidents, which can result in severe
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