Safety - Toro 25450W Operator's Manual

Safety

Improperly using or maintaining this machine 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
Warning, or Danger—personal safety instruction. Failure
to comply with the instruction may result in personal
injury or death.
Important: This machine was manufactured according
to the appropriate regulatory standards in effect at the
time of manufacture. Modifying this machine in any
way may cause it to be out of compliance with those
standards and with the instructions in this Operator's
Manual. Modifications to this machine should be made
only by an Authorized Toro Service Dealer.
WARNING
Welding, cutting, or drilling parts of the machine
could cause them to break during operation, which
in turn could result in injury or death.
Do not weld, cut, or drill to repair or to attach items
to parts on this machine.
Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury
or death.
You can prevent and are responsible for injuries occurring to
yourself and to others and for damage to property.
Do not use this machine for applications other than those
which are described in this manual.
Before operating this machine, it is your responsibility to
know where all utility lines are buried in the project area and
to avoid them.
Always ensure that all local utility companies mark
the location of their lines. In the USA and Canada,
call a "One-call System Directory" service. In the
USA, call 811 or your local number. If you do not know
your local number, call the national number (USA and
Canada only) at 1-888-258-0808. Also, contact any utility
companies that are not participants of the "One-call
System Directory" service.
Check with local authorities for all laws and regulations that
require you to locate and avoid existing utilities.
Refer to the following table for the proper utility line and the
corresponding utility line color (USA and Canada only):
2), which means Caution,
Utility Line
Electric
Telecommunication, alarm or signal, cables,
or conduit
Natural gas, oil, steam, petroleum, or other
gaseous or flammable material
Sewer and drain
Drinking water
Reclaimed water, irrigation, and slurry lines
Temporary survey markings
Proposed excavation limits
After locating all the utility lines, carefully dig a hole to the
utility line by hand to verify the location and the depth of
the line.
Training
•
Read the Operator's Manual and other training material. If
the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read English, it is
the owner's responsibility to explain this material to them.
•
Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment,
operator controls, and safety signs.
•
All operators and mechanics must be trained. The owner
is responsible for training the users.
•
Never let children or untrained people operate or service
the machine. Local regulations may restrict the age of
the operator.
•
Ensure that you understand the hand signals used on the
job site. Follow the instructions of the signal person.
Preparation
•
Before using the machine, have the area marked for
underground utilities, and do not dig in marked areas.
Also, be aware of the location of objects and structures
that may not be marked, such as underground storage
tanks, wells, and septic systems.
•
Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and
attachments are needed to properly and safely perform
the job. Use only accessories and attachments approved
by the manufacturer.
•
Mark the job site clearly and keep bystanders away.
•
Review the job site hazards, safety and emergency
procedures, and personnel responsibilities with all
workers before beginning the work.
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including hard hat, safety
glasses, long pants, safety shoes, and hearing protection;
some jobs may also require that you wear a reflective vest
and/or a respirator. Secure long hair, loose clothing, and
jewelry to prevent them from getting tangled in moving
parts.
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