Toro 41188 Operator's Manual page 6

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Failure to operate the sprayer safely may result in an
accident, tip over of the sprayer, 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 sprayer 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 sprayer control.
– 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 sprayer 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 sprayer can
produce sparks capable of igniting explosive materials.
Never operate the sprayer 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.
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Do not touch the engine or muffler while the engine is
running or soon after it has stopped. These areas may be
hot enough to cause burns.
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If the machine ever vibrates abnormally, stop immediately,
wait for all motion to stop, and inspect the sprayer for
damage. Repair all damage before resuming operation.
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Before getting off of the seat:
1. Stop the movement of the machine.
2. Place the range selector in Neutral and set the
parking brake.
3. Turn the ignition key to Off.
4. Remove the ignition key.
Important: Do not park the machine on an
incline.
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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 damage the sprayer and its contents. More important,
it can injure you.
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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 a sprayer harder to stop or turn. The heavier the
load, the longer it takes to stop.
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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 make sure they work
properly. If they do not, drive slowly while putting light
pressure on the brake pedal. This will dry the brakes out.
Operating on Hills and Rough Terrain
Operating the sprayer on a hill may cause tipping or rolling
of the sprayer, or the engine may stall and you could lose
headway on the hill. This could result in personal injury.
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Do not accelerate quickly or slam on the brakes when
backing down a hill, especially with a load.
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Never drive across a steep hill; always drive straight up or
down or go around the hill.
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If the engine stalls or you begin to lose headway while
climbing a hill, gradually apply the brakes and slowly back
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 speed when operating on hills.
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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 sprayer must be stopped, avoid
sudden speed changes, which may initiate tipping or
rolling of the sprayer. Do not slam on the brakes
when rolling backward, as this may cause the sprayer to
overturn.
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Use the seat belt when operating the machine and be
certain that it can be released quickly in the event of an
emergency.
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Do not remove or alter the rollover protection system
(ROPS).
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Reduce speed and load when operating on rough terrain,
uneven ground, and near curbs, holes, and other sudden
changes in terrain. Loads may shift, causing the sprayer
to become unstable.
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