Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro 04034 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 the Operator Presence Kit, Part No.
105–5363 is installed.
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

The following instructions are from the CEN standard
EN 836:1997, ISO standard 5395:1990, and ANSI
B71.4-2004.
Training
• Read the Operator's Manual and other training
material carefully. Be familiar with the controls,
safety signs, and the proper use of the equipment.
• If the operator or mechanic can not read the
language of the Operator's Manual it is the owner's
responsibility to explain this material to them.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use or service the mower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
• Never mow while people, especially children, or pets
are nearby.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
• The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents or injuries occurring to himself or herself,
other people, or property.
• All operators or mechanics must be trained. It is the
owner's responsibility for training users.
Preparation
• While mowing, always wear substantial footwear,
long trousers, hard hat, safety glasses, and hearing
protection. Long hair, loose clothing, or jewelry may
get tangled in moving parts. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment
is to be used and remove all objects which may be
thrown by the machine.
• Warning—Fuel is highly flammable. Take the
following precautions:
– Store fuel in containers specifically designed for
this purpose.
– Refuel 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 fuel is spilled, 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 fuel vapors have dissipated.
– Replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely.
• Replace faulty silencers.
• 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.
• Check that operator's presence controls, safety
switches and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning
properly.
Operation
• Do not operate the engine in a confined space where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
• Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
• Before attempting to start the engine, disengage all
blade attachment clutches, shift into neutral, and
engage the parking brake.
• Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden
hazards.
• Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
• Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces
other than grass.
• When using any attachments, never direct discharge
of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near
the machine while in operation.
• Never operate the machine with damaged guards,
shields, or without safety protective devices in place.
Be sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted properly,
and functioning properly.
• Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at
excessive speed may increase the hazard of personal
injury.
• Before leaving the operator's position:
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