Toro Dingo 323 Operator's Manual

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3m–50821Figure 11. Model and serial number plate (will be in one of two locations)For your convenience, write the product model and serialnumbers in the space below.Model No:Serial No.Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate andmaintain your product correctly. Reading this manual willhelp you and others avoid personal injury and damage tothe product. Although we design, produce and marketsafe, state-of-the-art products, you are responsible forusing the product properly and safely. You are alsoresponsible for training persons, who you allow to use theproduct, about safe operation.The warning system in this manual identifies potentialhazards and has special safety messages that help you andothers avoid personal injury, even death. Danger,Warning, and Caution are signal words used to identifythe level of hazard. However, regardless of the hazard, beextremely careful.Danger signals an extreme hazard that will cause seriousinjury or death if the recommended precautions are notfollowed.Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious injury ordeath if the recommended precautions are not followed.Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor ormoderate injury if the recommended precautions are notfollowed.Two other words are also used to highlight information.Important calls attention to special mechanicalinformation, and Note emphasizes general informationworthy of special attention.SafetyImproper use or maintenance by the operator or ownercan result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,comply with these safety instructions and always payattention to the safety alert symbol, which meansCAUTION, WARNING, or DANGER—“personalsafety instruction.” Failure to comply with theinstruction may result in personal injury or death.Safe Operating PracticesThis product is capable of amputating hands and feet.Always follow all safety instructions to avoid seriousinjury or death.Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, anodorless, deadly poison that can kill you.Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosedarea.WarningGeneral Operation• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in theoperator’s manual, in the video, and on the tractionunit before starting. Also, read all attachment manualswhere supplied• Allow only responsible adults who are familiar withthe instructions to operate the traction unit.• Wear long pants and substantial shoes. Wearing safetyglasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, and a hardhat are advisable and may be required by some localordinances and insurance regulations.• Ensure that the area is clear of other people beforeoperating the traction unit. Stop the traction unit ifanyone enters the area.• Never carry passengers on attachments or on thetraction unit.• Always look down and behind before and whilebacking.• Do not place your feet under the platform.• Slow down before turning. Sharp turns on any terrainmay cause loss of control.• Never leave a running traction unit unattended.Always lower the loader arms, stop the engine, andremove the key before dismounting.