Toro 07280 Operator's Manual page 5

The operator should keep both hands on the
steering wheel whenever possible, and the
passenger should use the hand holds provided.
Keep your arms and legs within the vehicle
body at all times.
• Drive slower and turn less sharply when you
are carrying a passenger. Remember your
passenger may not be expecting you to brake
or turn and may not be ready.
• Always watch out for and avoid low overhangs
such as tree limbs, door jambs, and over-head
walkways. Make sure there is enough room
over head to easily clear the vehicle and your
head.
• Failure to operate the vehicle safely may result
in an accident, tip over of the vehicle, and
serious injury or death. Drive carefully. To
prevent tipping or loss of control:
– Use extreme caution, reduce speed, and
maintain a safe distance around sand traps,
ditches, creeks, ramps, unfamiliar areas,
or any areas that have abrupt changes in
ground conditions or elevation.
– Watch for holes or other hidden hazards.
– Use extra caution when operating the
vehicle on wet surfaces, in adverse weather
conditions, at higher speeds, or with a
full load. Stopping time and distance will
increase with a full load.
– Avoid sudden stops and starts. Do not
go from reverse to forward or forward to
reverse without first coming to a complete
stop.
– Slow down before turning. Do not attempt
sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers or other
unsafe driving actions that may cause a loss
of vehicle control.
– When dumping, do not let anyone stand
behind the vehicle and do not dump the
load on anyone's feet. Release the tailgate
latches from the side of the box, not from
behind.
– Only operate the vehicle when the cargo
box is down and latched.
– Before backing up, look to the rear and
ensure that no one is behind you. Back up
slowly.
– Watch out for traffic when you are near or
crossing roads. Always yield the right of
way to pedestrians and other vehicles. This
vehicle is not designed for use on streets or
highways. Always signal your turns or stop
early enough so that other people know
what you plan to do. Obey all traffic rules
and regulations.
– The electrical and exhaust systems of the
vehicle can produce sparks capable of
igniting explosive materials. Never operate
the vehicle in or near an area where there is
dust or fumes in the air which are explosive.
– If you are ever unsure about safe operation,
stop work and ask your supervisor.
• If the vehicle ever vibrates abnormally, stop
immediately, wait for all motion to stop, and
inspect the vehicle for damage. Repair all
damage before commencing operation.
• Before getting off of the seat:
1. Stop the movement of the vehicle.
2. Set the parking brake.
3. Turn the key to Off.
4. Remove the key.
Note: If the vehicle is on an incline, block
the wheels after getting off of the vehicle.
Braking
• Slow down before you approach an obstacle.
This gives you extra time to stop or turn away.
Hitting an obstacle can damage the vehicle and
its contents. More important, it can injure you
and your passenger.
• Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) has a major
impact on your ability to stop and/or turn.
Heavy loads and attachments make a vehicle
harder to stop or turn. The heavier the load,
the longer it takes to stop.
• Decrease the vehicle speed if the cargo box has
been removed and there is no attachment on
the vehicle. The braking characteristics change
and fast stops may cause the rear wheels to lock
up, which may affect the control of the vehicle.
• Turf and pavement are much more slippery
when they are wet. It can take 2 to 4 times
as long to stop on wet surfaces as on dry
surfaces. If you drive through standing water
deep enough to get the brakes wet, they will
not work well until they are dry. After driving
through water, you should test the brakes to
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