Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro 74311TE Operator's Manual

Safety

This machine has been designed in accordance with EN ISO
5395:2013.
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, 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

This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to
avoid serious injury or death.
Training
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Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the equipment.
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Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the lawn mower. Local regulations can
restrict the age of the operator.
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Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are
nearby.
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Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their
property.
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Do not carry passengers.
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All drivers should seek and obtain professional and
practical instruction. Such instruction should emphasize:
– the need for care and concentration when working
with ride-on machines;
– control of a ride-on machine sliding on a slope will
not be regained by the application of the control
levers. The main reasons for loss of control are:
◊ insufficient wheel grip, especially on wet grass;
◊ being driven too fast;
◊ inadequate braking;
◊ the type of machine is unsuitable for its task;
◊ lack of awareness of the effect of ground
conditions, especially slopes;
◊ incorrect hitching and load distribution.
Preparation
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While mowing, always wear substantial, slip-resistant
footwear and long trousers. Tie back long hair. Do not
wear jewelry.
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Thoroughly inspect the area where you will use the
equipment and remove all objects which the machine may
throw at you.
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Warning–Fuel is highly flammable.
– Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this
purpose.
– Refuel the machine outdoors only and do not smoke
while refuelling.
– Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove
the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is
running or when the engine is hot.
– If you spill fuel, do not attempt to start the engine
but move the machine away from the area of spillage
and avoid creating any source of ignition until the fuel
vapors have dissipated.
– Replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely.
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Replace faulty silencers.
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Before using, always visually inspect to see that the
blades, blade bolts, and cutter assembly are not worn or
damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in
sets to preserve balance.
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On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one blade
can cause other blades to rotate.
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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Be alert, slow down, and use caution when making turns.
Look behind and to the side before changing directions.
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Do not operate the engine in a confined space where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
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Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
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Before attempting to start the engine, disengage all
blade-attachment clutches and shift the transmission into
neutral.
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Do not use on slopes greater than 15 degrees.
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Remember that there is no such thing as a safe slope.
Travel on grass slopes requires particular care. To guard
against overturning:
– do not stop or start suddenly when on a slope;
– use slow speeds on slopes and during tight turns;
– stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden
hazards;
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Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.
– Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
– Limit loads to those you can safely control.
– Do not turn sharply. Use care when reversing the
machine.
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Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
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Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces other
than grass.
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When using any attachments, never direct discharge of
material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the
machine while in operation.
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