Important:
If your machine fails any of the interlock
switch checks, contact your authorized Toro distributor.
Preparing the Machine
1.
Drive the machine slowly to an open area.
2.
Lower the cutting units, shut off the engine, and
engage the parking brake.
Checking the Traction Pedal Start-Interlock
1.
Sit in the operator’s seat.
2.
Engage the parking brake.
3.
Press the PTO switch to the D
ISENGAGE
position.
4.
Press the traction pedal.
5.
Rotate the key to the S
TART
position.
Note:
The starter should not crank the engine with
the traction pedal pressed.
Checking the PTO-Start Interlock
1.
Sit in the operator’s seat.
2.
Press the PTO switch to the E
NGAGE
position.
3.
Start the engine.
Note:
The engine should not start with the PTO
switch in the E
NGAGE
position.
Checking the PTO-Run Interlock
1.
Sit in the operator’s seat.
2.
Press the PTO switch to the D
ISENGAGE
position.
3.
Start the engine.
4.
Rise from the seat.
5.
Press the PTO switch to the E
NGAGE
position.
Note:
The PTO should not run when you are out of
the operator’s seat.
Checking the Parking Brake and Traction
Pedal Run-Interlock
1.
Sit in the operator’s seat.
2.
Engage the parking brake.
3.
Press the PTO switch to the D
ISENGAGE
position.
4.
Keep your foot off the traction pedal.
5.
Start the engine.
6.
Press the traction pedal.
Note:
The engine should shut off when the parking
brake is engaged and the traction pedal is pressed.
During Operation
During Operation Safety
General Safety
•
The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible for
accidents that may cause personal injury or property
damage.
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including eye protection;
long trousers; substantial, slip-resistant footwear; and
hearing protection. Tie back long hair and do not wear
loose clothing or loose jewelry.
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
Use your full attention while operating the machine.
Do not engage in any activity that causes distractions;
otherwise, injury or property damage may occur.
•
Before you start the engine, ensure that all drives are
in neutral, the parking brake is engaged, and you are
in the operating position.
•
Do not carry passengers on the machine and keep
bystanders and children out of the operating area.
•
Operate the machine only in good visibility to avoid
holes or hidden hazards.
•
Avoid mowing on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause the machine to slide.
•
Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting units.
•
Look behind and down before backing up to be sure
of a clear path.
•
Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure your vision.
•
Stop the cutting units whenever you are not mowing.
•
Slow down and use caution when making turns and
crossing roads and sidewalks with the machine. Always
yield the right-of-way.
•
Operate the engine only in well-ventilated areas.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is
lethal if inhaled.
•
Do not leave a running machine unattended.
•
Before you leave the operator’s position, do the
following:
–
Park the machine on a level surface.
–
Disengage and lower the cutting units.
–
Engage the parking brake.
–
Shut off the engine and remove the key.
–
Wait for all movement to stop.
–
Allow the machine to cool before adjusting,
servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
•
Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate the
machine when there is the risk of lightning.
Rollover Protection System (ROPS) Safety
•
Do not remove any of the ROPS components from the
machine.
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