Toro 07385H Operator's Manual page 5

4. Remove the starter key.
Note: If the machine is on an incline, block the
wheels after getting off of the machine.
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Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If lightning
is seen or thunder is heard in the area, do not operate
the machine; seek shelter.
Braking
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Slow down before you approach an obstacle. This gives
you extra time to stop or turn away. Hitting an obstacle
can injure you and your passenger. In addition, it can
damage the machine and its contents.
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Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) has a major impact on your
ability to stop and/or turn. Heavy loads and attachments
make the machine harder to stop or turn. The heavier the
load, the longer it takes to stop.
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Decrease the speed of the machine if the cargo box has
been removed and there is no attachment installed on
the machine. The braking characteristics change and fast
stops may cause the rear wheels to lock up, which will
affect the control of the machine.
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Turf and pavement are much more slippery when they are
wet. It can take 2 to 4 times longer to stop the machine
on wet surfaces as on dry surfaces. If you drive through
deep-standing water and get the brakes wet, they will
not work well until they are dry. After driving through
water, you should test the brakes to make sure they work
properly. If they do not, drive slowly on a level ground
while putting light pressure on the brake pedal. This will
dry the brakes out.
Operating on Hills
WARNING
Operating the machine on a hill may cause tipping
or rolling of the machine, or the engine may stall
and you could lose headway on the hill. This could
result in personal injury.
• Do not operate machine on excessively steep
slopes.
• Do not accelerate quickly or slam on the brakes
when backing down a hill, especially with a load.
• If the engine stalls or you lose headway on a
hill, slowly back straight down the hill. Never
attempt to turn the machine around.
• Operate the machine slowly on a hill and use
caution.
• Avoid turning on a hill.
• Reduce your load and the speed of the machine.
• Avoid stopping on hills, especially with a load.
These extra cautions need to be taken when operating the
machine on a hill:
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Slow the machine down before starting up or down a hill.
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If the engine stalls or you begin to lose momentum while
climbing a hill, gradually apply the brakes and slowly back
the machine straight down the hill.
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Turning while traveling up or down hills can be dangerous.
If you have to turn while on a hill, do it slowly and
cautiously. Never make sharp or fast turns.
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Heavy loads affect stability. Reduce the weight of the
load and your ground speed when operating on hills or if
the load has a high center of gravity. Secure the load to
the cargo box of the machine to prevent the load from
shifting. Take extra care when hauling loads that shift
easily (liquid, rock, sand, etc.).
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Avoid stopping on hills, especially with a load. Stopping
while going down a hill will take longer than stopping
on level ground. If the machine must be stopped, avoid
sudden speed changes, which may initiate tipping or
rolling of the machine. Do not slam on the brakes
when rolling backward, as this may cause the machine
to overturn.
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If you will be using the machine on hilly terrain, you can
install the optional ROPS Kit.
Operating on Rough Terrain
Reduce the ground speed of the machine and load carried in
the machine when operating on rough terrain, uneven ground,
and near curbs, holes, and other sudden changes in terrain.
Loads may shift, causing the machine to become unstable.
If you will be using the machine on rough terrain, you can
install the optional ROPS Kit.
WARNING
Sudden changes in terrain may cause abrupt
steering wheel movement, possibly resulting in
hand and arm injuries.
• Reduce your speed when operating on rough
terrain and near curbs.
• Grip the steering wheel loosely around the
perimeter keeping thumbs up and out of the way
of the steering wheel spokes.
Loading and Dumping
The weight and position of cargo and passenger can affect
the stability and handling of the machine. Be aware of the
following condition to avoid losing control of the machine
or tipping it over:
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Do not exceed the rated weight capacity of the machine
when operating it with a load in the cargo box, when
towing a trailer, or both; refer to
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Use caution when operating the machine on a hillside or
on rough terrain, particularly with a load in the cargo box
or when towing a trailer or both.
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Use caution when carrying tall loads in the cargo box.
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Specifications (page 17).