During Operation; During Operation Safety - Toro TimeCutter SS 5425 Operator's Manual

During Operation

During Operation Safety

General 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; and hearing
protection. Tie back long hair and do not wear jewelry.
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Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, 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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Operate the machine only in good visibility to avoid holes
or hidden hazards.
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Avoid mowing on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause the machine to slide.
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Ensure that all drives are in neutral, the parking brake
is engaged, and you are in the operating position before
you start the engine.
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Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting units.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
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Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of
a clear path.
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Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees,
or other objects that may obscure your vision.
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Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel goes
over the edge or if the edge gives way.
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Stop the blades whenever you are not mowing.
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Stop the machine and inspect the blades after striking an
object or if there is an abnormal vibration in the machine.
Make all necessary repairs before resuming operation.
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Slow down and use caution when making turns and
crossing roads and sidewalks with the machine. Always
yield the right-of-way.
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Disengage the drive to the cutting unit and shut off the
engine before adjusting the height of cut (unless you can
adjust it from the operating position).
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Never run an engine in an area where exhaust gases are
enclosed.
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Never leave a running machine unattended.
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Before leaving the operating position (including to empty
the catchers or to unclog the chute), do the following:
– Park the machine on a level surface.
– Disengage the power take-off and lower the
attachments.
– Engage the parking brake.
– Shut off the engine and remove the key.
– Wait for all moving parts to stop.
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Do not operate the machine when there is the risk of
lightning.
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Do not use the machine as a towing vehicle.
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Do not change the governor speed or overspeed the
engine.
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Use accessories and attachments approved by Toro only.
Slope Safety
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Establish your own procedures and rules for operating on
slopes. These procedures must include surveying the site
to determine which slopes are safe for machine operation.
Always use common sense and good judgment when
performing this survey.
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Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and
tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or
death. Operating the machine on any slope requires extra
caution.
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Operate the machine at a lower speed when you are on a
slope.
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If you feel uneasy operating the machine on a slope, do
not do it.
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Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
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Choose a low ground speed so you will not have to stop
or shift while on a slope.
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A rollover can occur before the tires lose traction.
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Avoid operating the machine on wet grass. Tires may
lose traction; regardless if the brakes are available and
functioning.
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Avoid starting, stopping, or turning the machine on a
slope.
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Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do not
suddenly change the speed or direction of the machine.
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Do no operate the machine near drop-offs, ditches,
embankments, or bodies of water. The machine could
suddenly roll over if a wheel goes over the edge or the
edge caves in. Establish a safety area between the machine
and any hazard (2 machine widths).
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