Operating Characteristics; Passengers - Toro 07354 Operator's Manual

Operating Characteristics

The vehicle is designed with safety in mind. It has four
wheels for added stability. It uses familiar automotive
style controls, including the steering wheel, brake pedal,
clutch pedal, accelerator pedal, and gear shifter. It is
important to remember, however, that this vehicle is
not a passenger car. It is a work vehicle and is designed
for off road use only.
WARNING
The Workman vehicle is an off–highway
vehicle only, and is not designed, equipped, or
manufactured for use on public streets, roads or
highways.
The vehicle has special tires, low gear ratios and other
features that give it extra traction. These features add
to the versatility of the vehicle but, they can also get
you into dangerous situations. You must keep in mind
that the vehicle is not a recreation vehicle, it is not an all
terrain vehicle, and, it is definitely not meant for stunt
driving or horsing around. It is a work vehicle, not a
play vehicle. Children should not be allowed to operate
the vehicle. Anyone who operates the vehicle should
have a motor vehicle license.
The driver and passenger should always use the seat
belts.
If you are not experienced at driving the vehicle,
practice driving it in a safe area away from other people.
Be sure you are familiar with all the vehicle's controls,
particularly those used for braking, steering, and
transmission shifting. Learn how your vehicle handles
on different surfaces. Your operating skills will improve
with experience, but as in operating any vehicle, take
it easy as you begin. Be sure you know how to stop
quickly in an emergency. If you need help, ask your
supervisor for assistance.
Many factors contribute to accidents. You have control
over several of the most important. Your actions,
such as driving too fast for conditions, braking too
fast, turning too sharp, and combinations of these, are
frequent cause of accidents.
One of the major causes of accidents is fatigue. Be sure
to take occasional breaks. It is very important that you
stay alert at all times.
Never operate the vehicle, or any equipment, if you
are under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
Even prescription drugs and cold medicines can cause
drowsiness. Read the label on the medicine or check
with your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure about
a certain medication.
One of the most important rules to follow is to go
slower in unfamiliar areas. It is surprising how much
damage and injury common things can cause. Tree
branches, fences, wires, other vehicles, tree stumps,
ditches, sand traps, streams, and other things found in
most parks and golf courses can be hazardous to the
operator and passenger.
Avoid driving when it is dark, especially in unfamiliar
areas. If you must drive when it is dark, be sure to drive
cautiously, use the head lights, and even consider adding
additional lights.

Passengers

Whenever you have a passenger riding in the vehicle
make sure he or she is wearing the seat belt and holding
on securely. Drive slower and turn less sharply because
your passenger does not know what you are going to
do next and may not be prepared for turning, stopping,
accelerating, and bumps.
You and your passenger should remain seated at all
times, keeping arms and legs inside the vehicle. The
operator should keep both hands on steering wheel,
whenever possible, and the passenger should use the
hand holds provided (Figure 23 & Figure 24).
1. Passenger hand hold
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Figure 23
2. Storage compartment