Toro Z Master Professional 6000 Series Operator's Manual page 5

Preparation
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Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and
attachments are needed to properly and safely perform
the job.
Note: Only use accessories and attachments approved
by the manufacturer.
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Wear appropriate clothing including: a hard hat, safety
glasses, and hearing protection. Long hair, loose clothing
or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
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Inspect the area where the equipment is used, and remove
all objects that can be thrown by the machine.
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Check that operator's presence controls, safety switches
and shields are attached and functioning properly. Do not
operate unless they are functioning properly.
Operation
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Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If lightning
is seen, or thunder is heard in the area, do not operate
the machine; seek shelter.
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Do not run an engine in an enclosed area.
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Only operate in well-lit areas, keeping away from holes
and hidden hazards.
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Ensure that all drives are in neutral and that the parking
brake is engaged before starting engine. Only start the
engine from the operator's position.
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Make sure that you have good footing while using this
machine, especially when backing up.
Note: Reduced footing could cause slipping.
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Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be sure to
travel side to side on hillsides. Turf conditions can affect
the stability of the machine. Use caution while operating
near drop-offs.
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Slow down and use caution when making turns and when
changing directions on slopes.
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Do not raise the mower deck with the blades running.
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Do not operate the machine without the PTO shield or
other guards securely in place. Be sure all interlocks are
attached, adjusted properly, and functioning properly.
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Do not operate with the discharge deflector raised,
removed or altered, unless using a grass catcher.
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Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed
the engine.
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Stop on level ground, disengage drives, engage the
parking brake (if provided), shut off the engine before
leaving the operator's position for any reason, including
emptying the catchers or unclogging the chute.
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Stop equipment and inspect the blades after striking
objects or if an abnormal vibration occurs. Make the
necessary repairs before resuming operations.
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Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting unit.
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Look behind and down before backing up to ensure a
clear path.
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Keep pets and bystanders away from an operating
machine.
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Slow down and use caution when making turns and
crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop the blades if you are
not mowing.
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Be aware of the mower-discharge direction and do not
point it at anyone.
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Do not operate the mower under the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
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Use care when loading or unloading the machine into
or from a trailer or truck.
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Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees,
or other objects that may obscure vision.
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.
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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources
of ignition.
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Use only an approved fuel container.
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Do not remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running.
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Allow the engine to cool before fueling.
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Do not refuel the machine indoors.
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Do not 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.
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Do not fill containers inside a vehicle, on a truck, or on a
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on
the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
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Remove equipment from the truck or trailer and fuel it
on the ground. If this is not possible, then add fuel with
such equipment as a portable container, rather than from
a fuel dispenser nozzle.
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Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank
or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.
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Do not use a nozzle lock open device.
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If fuel is spilled on clothing, change your clothing
immediately.
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Do not overfill fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and tighten
securely.
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