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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The REELMASTER 3100-D was tested and certified
by TORO for compliance with the B71.41999
specifications of the American National Standards
Institute. Although hazard control and accident
prevention partially are dependent upon the design
and configuration of the machine, these factors are
also dependent upon the awareness, concern, and
proper training of the personnel involved in the
operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of the
machine. Improper use or maintenance by the
operator or owner of the machine can result in injury. To
reduce the potential for any injury, comply with the
following safety instructions.
SUPERVISOR'S RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Make sure operators are thoroughly trained and
familiar with the Operator's Manual and all the labels on
the machine.
2. Be sure to establish your own special procedures
and work rules for unusual operating conditions (e.g.
slopes to steep for machine operation. Survey
complete mowing site to determine which hills can
be safely operated on. When performing this site
survey always use common sense and take into
consideration the turf condition and the rollover risk.
To determine which hills or slopes may be safely
operated on use the inclinometer provided with each
machine. To perform a site survey, lay a 4' two by four
on the slope surface and measure the angle of the
slope. The 2 by 4 will average the slope but will not take
into consideration dips or holes. THE MAXIMUM SIDE
HILL ANGLE SHOULD NOT BE GREATER THAN 25
DEGREES.
BEFORE OPERATING
3. Operate the machine only after reading and
understanding the contents of this manual and viewing
the Operator's Training Video supplied with the
machine. A free replacement manual is available by
sending complete model and serial number to:
The Toro Company
8111 Lyndale Ave. S.
Bloomington, MN 55420-1196.
4. Only trained operators, skilled in slope operation
and who have read this manual and viewed the
Operator's Training Video should operate the machine.
Never allow children to operate the machine or adults
to operate it without proper instructions.
5. Become familiar with the controls and know how to
stop the machine and engine quickly.
6. Do not carry passengers on the machine. Keep
everyone, especially children and pets, away from the
areas of operation.
7. Keep all shields, safety devices and decals in
place. lf a shield, safety device or decal is damaged,
malfunctioning or illegible, repair or replace it before
operating the machine.
8. Always wear substantial shoes. Do not operate
machine while wearing sandals, tennis shoes or
sneakers. Do not wear loose fitting clothing because it
could get caught in moving parts and possibly cause
personal injury.
9. Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes, long pants
and a helmet is advisable and required by some local
ordinances and insurance regulations.
10. Make sure the work area is clear of objects which
might be picked up and thrown by the reels.
11. Fill fuel tank with diesel fuel before starting engine.
Avoid spilling any fuel. Since fuel is highly flammable,
handle it carefully.
A. Use an approved fuel container.
B. Do not remove cap from fuel tank when engine
is hot or running.
C. Do not smoke while handling diesel fuel.
D. Fill fuel tank outdoors and not over one inch
from the top of the tank, (bottom of the filler neck).
Do not overfill.
WHILE OPERATING
12. Always wear your seat belt.
13. Do not run the engine in a confined area without
adequate ventilation. Exhaust fumes are hazardous
and could be deadly.
14. Sit on the seat when starting and operating the
machine.
15. Check interlock switches daily for proper operation
(Refer To Checking Interlock Switches, Page 19). Do
not rely entirely on safety switches shut off engine
before getting off seat. If a switch fails, replace it before
operating the machine. The interlock system is for your
protection, so do not bypass it. Replace all interlock
switches every two years.
16. Operator must be skilled and trained in how to
drive on hillsides. Failure to use caution on slopes or
hills may cause vehicle to tip or roll, possibly resulting
in personal injury or death.
17. This triplex mower has a unique drive system for
superior traction on hills. The uphill wheel will not spin
out and limit traction like conventional triplexes. If
operated on a side hill that is too steep, rollover will
occur before losing traction.
18. Before backing up, look to the rear and assure no
one is behind the machine. Watch out for traffic when
near or crossing roads. Always yield the right of way.
19. Keep hands, feet and clothing away from moving
parts and the reel discharge area. Grass baskets, if so
equipped, must be in place during reel operation for
maximum safety.
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