Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro 04358 Greensmaster 3150 Operator's Manual

Safety

This machine meets or exceeds CEN standard EN
836:1997, ISO standard 5395:1990, and ANSI B71.4-2004
specifications in effect at the time of production when
40 lb. of ballast and the appropriate wheel weight kit
is added to the rear wheel.
Note: The addition of attachments made by other
manufacturers that do not meet American National Standards
Institute certification will cause noncompliance of this
machine.
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 (Figure 2), 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

The following instructions are from CEN standard EN
836:1997, ISO standard 5395:1990, and ANSI B71.4-2004.
Training
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Read the Operator's Manual and other training material. If
the operator(s) or mechanic(s) can not read the manual
it is the owner's responsibility to explain this material to
them.
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Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment,
operator controls, and safety signs.
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All operators and mechanics should be trained. The
owner is responsible for training the users.
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Never let children or untrained people operate or service
the equipment. Local regulations may restrict the age of
the operator.
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The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents or injuries occurring to himself or herself, other
people or property.
Preparation
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Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and
attachments are needed to properly and safely perform
the job. Only use accessories and attachments approved
by the manufacturer.
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Wear appropriate clothing including substantial footwear,
hard hat, safety glasses and ear protection. Long hair,
loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
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Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and
remove all objects such as rocks, toys and wire which can
be thrown by the machine.
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Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels.
They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
– Use only an approved container.
– Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with engine
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.
– Never smoke when handling gasoline, and stay away
from an open flame or where gasoline fumes may be
ignited by a spark.
– Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.
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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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Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
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Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes and
hidden hazards.
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Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is
engaged before starting engine. Only start engine from
the operator's position. Use seat belts if provided.
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Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be sure to
travel in the recommended direction on hillsides. Turf
conditions can affect the machine's stability. 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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Never operate without guards securely in place. Be sure
all interlocks are attached, adjusted, and functioning
properly.
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Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed
the engine.
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Stop on level ground, lower the cutting units, disengage
drives, engage parking brake (if provided), shut off engine
before leaving the operator's position for any reason
including emptying the grass baskets.
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Stop equipment and inspect the machine after striking
objects or if an abnormal vibration occurs. Make
necessary repairs before resuming operations.
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Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units.
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Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of
a clear path.
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Never carry passengers and keep pets and bystanders
away.
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Slow down and use caution when making turns and
crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop reels if not mowing.
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Do not operate the mower under the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
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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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Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a
trailer or truck.
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Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees,
or other objects that may obscure vision.
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