Toro 46454, Operator'S Manual

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causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
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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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Operate the machine only in good visibility to avoid
holes or hidden hazards.
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Before you start the engine, ensure that all drives
are in neutral, the PTO is disengaged, the parking
brake is engaged, and you are in the operating
position.
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Keep your hands and feet away from moving parts.
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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 run the PTO with the attachment raised.
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Stop the attachment whenever you are not using it.
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Stop the machine, shut off the engine, remove the
key, wait for all moving parts to stop, and inspect
the machine 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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Reduce speed on rough roads and surfaces.
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When attached to a traction unit, and in the raised
position, the weight of the attachment affects
stability, braking and steering. Exercise caution
when transporting between working areas.
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Never leave a running machine unattended.
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Before leaving the operating position, do the
following:
– Ensure that the PTO is disengaged.
– Park the machine on a level surface.
– Engage the parking brake.
– Lower the attachment.
– Shut off the engine and remove the key.
– Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
the machine.
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Do not operate the machine when there is the risk
of lightning.
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Use Bullseye accessories, attachments, and
replacement parts only.
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For disassembly or repair of all steel PTO
driveshaft parts (tubes, bearings, joints, etc.),
contact your authorized distributor. Removing
components for repairs and assembly may
damage some parts if not performed with special
tools by trained technicians.
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Do not operate the attachment if the PTO or
driveshaft guards are missing.
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Be careful when turning the machine so that
the traction unit tires do not contact the PTO
driveshaft.
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Secure hydraulic hoses, electrical wiring, ropes,
and other items to keep them from contacting the
PTO driveshaft guard.
Slope Safety
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Review the traction unit specifications to ensure
that you do not exceed its slope capabilities.
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Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control
and rollover accidents, which can result in severe
injury or death. You are responsible for safe slope
operation. Operating the machine on any slope
requires extra caution.
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Review and understand the slope instructions in
the manual and on the traction unit.
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Evaluate the site conditions to determine if the
slope is safe for machine operation, including
surveying the site. Always use common sense
and good judgment when performing this survey.
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Review the slope instructions listed below for
operating the machine on slopes and to determine
whether you can operate the machine in the
conditions on that day and at that site. Changes
in the terrain can result in a change in slope
operation for the machine.
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Avoid starting, stopping, or turning the machine on
slopes. Avoid making sudden changes in speed or
direction. Make turns slowly and gradually.
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Do not operate a machine under any conditions
where traction, steering, or stability are in question.
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Remove or mark obstructions such as ditches,
holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden hazards.
Tall grass can hide obstructions. Uneven terrain
could overturn the machine.
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Be aware that operating the machine on wet
grass, across slopes, or downhill may cause the
machine to lose traction. Loss of traction to the
drive wheels may result in sliding and a loss of
braking and steering.
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Use extreme caution when operating the machine
near drop-offs, ditches, embankments, water
hazards, or other hazards. 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.
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Identify hazards at the base of the slope. If
there are hazards, mow the slope with a power
walk-behind mower.
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