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 (ARA)
- Whenever people work with sharp blades, a serious regard to
safety is required. The fact is, even though all tractors must
meet the safety specifications of the American National Standards
Institute in effect at production time, these powerful pieces
of equipment can cause injury if not properly operated and maintained.
To avoid risk of injury, read your operator's manual thoroughly
and follow these basic safety tips:
1. Stop engine before leaving
operator position.
Shut off the engine whenever
you get off the tractor. That way you eliminate the possibility
of being injured by any moving part.
2. Never allow anyone under
the age of 16 years to operate a riding mower.
More than 25 percent of outdoor
power equipment accidents occur to children ages 15 years or
younger. Keep younger children away from your equipment, even
when it's not in use.
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3. Never carry passengers.
A child, or anyone else, carried
on your lap or on the riding mower itself, not only reduces your
ability to operate the mower, but also increases the risk of
slipping or falling off and into the path of the equipment. Never
carry riders on any attached cart or implement being towed. A
child can also be injured when he or she runs out to get a ride. |
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4. Use extreme caution when mowing
in reverse.
It is never recommended that
you mow in reverse. All Toro Wheel Horse riding products have
a safety feature that cuts the engine when someone tries to mow
while backing up. Recognizing the fact that operators are adults
who are aware of their surroundings and can make informed safety
decisions, the KeyChoice reverse operation system lets the operator
make the conscious choice to mow in reverse safely.
5. Exercise caution when mowing
on slopes.
Reduce speed and keep the mower
in gear on slopes so the engine can act as a brake. Mow straight
up and down slopes greater than 5 degrees, and never operate
a riding mower on slopes more than 15 degrees, or on wet or damp
surfaces.
Never operate a riding mower
or tractor without fully operational safety systems. You can
never be too careful. Review these tips before every season,
and make sure everyone who uses the tractor is familiar with
them as well. |
