During Operation Safety - Toro ProPass 200 Operator's Manual

To correct this, the base setting adjustment has an
illustration indicating the correct re-positioning of the
base (Figure 41).
When the spread pattern is heavy on the inside of the
spread simply slide the base in—towards the hopper.
If your spread is heavy on the outside, slide the base
out—away from the hopper.
Note:
The colors on the decal shown in
correspond to the colors in the main operation decal
(Figure 28).

During Operation Safety

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The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible
for accidents that may cause personal injury or
property damage.
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Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; slip-resistant, substantial footwear;
long pants; and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair and do not wear dangling jewelry.
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Do not operate the machine when tired, ill, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Never carry passengers on the machine and keep
bystanders and pets away from the machine
during operation.
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Keep your hands and feet out of the hopper.
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Remain seated whenever the tow vehicle is in
motion.
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Using the machine demands attention. Failing
to operate tow vehicle safely may result in an
accident, tip-over of the tow vehicle, and serious
injury or death. Drive carefully, and to prevent
tipping or loss of control, do the following:
– Use extreme caution, reduce the speed, and
maintain a safe distance around sand traps,
ditches, water hazards, ramps, unfamiliar
areas, or other hazards.
– Reduce the speed of a loaded machine when
negotiating terrain undulations to avoid causing
the machine to become unstable.
Figure 41
Figure 41
– Watch for holes or other hidden hazards.
– Use caution when operating on a steep slope.
Travel straight up and down slopes. Reduce
speed when making sharp turns or when
turning on hillsides. Avoid turning on hillsides
whenever possible.
– Use extra caution when operating on wet
surfaces, at higher speeds or with a full load.
Stopping time increases with a full load. Shift
into a lower gear before starting up or down
a hill.
– Avoid sudden stops and starts. Do not go
from reverse to forward or forward to reverse
without coming to a complete stop.
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– Do not attempt sharp turns or abrupt
maneuvers or other unsafe driving actions that
may cause a loss of control.
– Be aware of your surroundings when turning
or backing up the machine. Ensure that the
area is clear and keep all bystanders at a safe
distance. Proceed slowly.
– Watch out for traffic when near or crossing
roads. Always yield the right of way to
pedestrians and other vehicles. Obey all traffic
rules and check for local regulations on the
operation of the machine on or near highways.
– Always watch out for and avoid low overhangs
such as tree limbs, door jambs, overhead
walkways, etc. Ensure that there is enough
room over head to easily clear the tow vehicle
and your head.
– Do not operate the machine when there is the
risk of lightning.
– If you are ever unsure about safe operation,
stop working and ask your supervisor.
– Do not leave the machine unattended while it
is running.
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Ensure that the machine is connected to the tow
vehicle before loading or unloading.
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Do not carry loads that exceed the load limits of
the machine or the tow vehicle.
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The stability of loads can vary—for example, high
loads have a higher center of gravity. Reduce the
maximum load limits to ensure better stability, if
necessary.
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To avoid causing the machine to tip over, do the
following:
– Carefully monitor the height and weight of the
load. Higher and heavier loads can increase
the risk of tipping.
– Distribute the load evenly, from front to back
and side to side.
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