Toro Mower Safety - Toro 30411 Groundsmaster 4100-D Operator's Manual

• Look behind and down before backing up to
be sure of a clear path.
• Slow down and use caution when making turns
and crossing roads and sidewalks.
• Slow down and use caution when making turns
and crossing roads and sidewalks.
• Do not operate the mower under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.
• Use care when loading or unloading the
machine into a trailer or truck.
• Use care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure
vision.
• The operator shall turn on flashing warning
lights, if provided, whenever traveling on
a public road, except where such use is
prohibited by law.
Maintenance and Storage
• Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure
the equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never store the equipment with fuel in the
tank inside a building where fumes may reach
an open flame or spark.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure and do not store near flame.
• To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,
silencer/muffler, battery compartment, cutting
units, drives, and fuel storage area free of grass,
leaves, or excessive grease. Clean up oil or fuel
spillage.
• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
• If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this
outdoors.
• On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating
one blade can cause other blades to rotate.
• When machine is to be parked, stored, or left
unattended, lower the cutting units unless a
positive mechanical lock is provided.
• Disengage drives, lower the cutting units, move
traction pedal to Neutral, set parking brake,
stop engine and remove key and disconnect
spark plug wire. Wait for all movement to stop
before adjusting, cleaning or repairing.
• Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do
not store fuel near flames.
• Park machine on level ground. Never allow
untrained personnel to service machine.
• Use jack stands to support components when
required.
• Carefully release pressure from components
with stored energy.
• Disconnect battery or remove spark plug wire
before making any repairs. Disconnect the
negative terminal first and the positive last.
Reconnect positive first and negative last.
• Use care when checking blades. Wrap the
blades or wear gloves, and use caution when
servicing them. Only replace blades. Never
straighten or weld them.
• Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.
If possible, do not make adjustments with the
engine running.
• Charge batteries in an open well ventilated
area, away from spark and flames. Unplug
charger before connecting or disconnecting
from battery. Wear protective clothing and use
insulated tools.

Toro Mower Safety

The following list contains safety information
specific to Toro products or other safety
information that you must know that is not
included in the CEN, ISO, or ANSI standards.
This product is capable of amputating hands and
feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safety
instructions to avoid serious injury or death.
Use of this product for purposes other than its
intended use could prove dangerous to user and
bystanders.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,
which is an odorless, deadly poison that can
kill you.
Do not run engine indoors or in an enclosed
area.
Operation
• Before operating a machine with ROPS (roll
over protection system), be certain that the
seat belts are attached and the seat is latched to
prevent the seat from pivoting forward.
• Know how to stop the machine and engine
quickly.
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