Toro Reelmaster 5200-D Operator's Manual

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3IntroductionRead this manual carefully to learn how to operate andmaintain your product properly. The information in thismanual can help you and others avoid injury and productdamage. Although Toro designs and produces safeproducts, you are responsible for operating the productproperly and safely.Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, oradditional information, contact an Authorized ServiceDealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model andserial numbers of your product ready. The model and serialnumber is on a plate that is mounted on the left side of thefootrest.Write the product model and serial numbers in the spacebelow:Model No.Serial No.This manual identifies potential hazards and has specialsafety messages that help you and others avoid personalinjury and even death. Danger, Warning, and Caution aresignal words used to identify the level of hazard. However,regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.Danger signals an extreme hazard that will cause seriousinjury or death if you do not follow the recommendedprecautions.Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious injury ordeath if you do not follow the recommended precautions.Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderateinjury if you do not follow the recommended precautions.This manual uses two other words to highlight information.Important calls attention to special mechanicalinformation and Note: emphasizes general informationworthy of special attention.SafetyThis machine meets or exceeds CEN standard EN836:1997, ISO standard 5395:1990, and ANSIB71.4-1999 specifications in effect at time of production,when ballast is installed according to the chart onpage 19.Improper 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 PracticesThe following instructions are from the CEN standard EN836:1997, ISO standard 5395:1990, and ANSI B71.4-1999.Training• Read the operator’s manual and other training materialcarefully. Be familiar with the controls, safety signs,and the proper use of the equipment.• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with theseinstructions to use or service the mower. Localregulations may restrict the age of the operator.• Never mow while people, especially children, or petsare nearby.• Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible foraccidents or hazards occurring to other people or theirproperty.• Do not carry passengers.• All drivers and mechanics should seek and obtainprofessional and practical instruction. The owner isresponsible for training the users. Such instructionshould emphasize:– the need for care and concentration when workingwith ride-on machines;– control of a ride-on machine sliding on a slope willnot be regained by the application of the brake. Themain reasons for loss of control are:• insufficient wheel grip;• being driven too fast;• inadequate braking;• the type of machine is unsuitable for its task;• lack of awareness of the effect of groundconditions, especially slopes;• incorrect hitching and load distribution.• The owner/user can prevent and is responsible foraccidents or injuries occurring to himself or herself,other people, or property.