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Safety Instructions
The Workman
®
was designed and tested to offer
safe service when operated and maintained
properly. Although hazard control and accident
prevention partially are dependent upon the design
and configuration of the machine, these factors are
also dependent upon the awareness, concern, and
proper training of the personnel involved in the
operation, maintenance and storage of the machine.
Improper use or maintenance of the machine can
result in injury or death.
This is a specialized utility vehicle designed for off-
road use only. Its ride and handling will have a
different feel than what drivers experience with
passenger cars or trucks. So take time to become
familiar with your Workman
Not all of the attachments that adapt to the
Workman
®
are covered in this manual. See the
specific Operator's Manual provided with
attachment for additional safety instructions.
READ THESE MANUALS.
TO REDUCE THE POTENTIAL FOR INJURY
OR DEATH, COMPLY WITH THE
FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
Supervisor's Responsibilities
1.
Make sure operators are thoroughly trained and
familiar with the operator's manual and all labels
on the vehicle.
2.
Be sure to establish your own special procedures
and work rules for unusual operating conditions
(e.g., slopes too steep for vehicle operation). Use
the 3rd high lockout switch if high speed could
result in a safety or vehicle abuse situation.
Before Operating
3.
Operate the machine only after reading and
understanding the contents of this manual. A
replacement manual is available by sending
complete model and serial number to:
The Toro Company 8111 Lyndale Avenue South,
Bloomington, Minnesota 55420-1196.
®
.
4.
Never allow children to operate the vehicle. Never
allow adults to operate it without proper
instructions. Only trained and authorized persons
should operate this vehicle. Make sure all
operators are physically and mentally capable of
operating the vehicle. Anyone who operates the
vehicle should have a motor vehicle license.
5.
This vehicle is designed to carry only you, the
operator, and one passenger in the seat provided
by the manufacturer. Never carry any other
passengers on the vehicle.
6.
Never operate the vehicle when under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.
7.
Become familiar with the controls and know how
to stop the engine quickly.
8.
Keep all shields, safety devices and decals in
place. If a shield, safety device or decal is
malfunctioning, illegible, or damaged, repair or
replace it before operating the machine.
9.
Always wear substantial shoes. Do not operate
machine while wearing sandals, tennis shoes or
sneakers. Do not wear loose fitting clothing or
jewelry which could get caught in moving parts
and cause personal injury.
10. Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes, long pants
and a helmet is advisable and required by some
local safety and insurance regulations.
11. Keep everyone, especially children and pets,
away from the areas of operation.
12. Before operating the vehicle, always check all
parts of the vehicle and any attachments. If
something is wrong, stop using vehicle. Make
sure problem is corrected before vehicle or
attachment is operated again.
13. Since gasoline is highly flammable, handle it
carefully.
A. Use an approved fuel container.
B. Do not remove cap from fuel tank when
engine is hot or running.
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