Toro 41229 Operator's Manual page 5

– Use extreme caution, reduce speed and maintain a
safe distance around sand traps, ditches, creeks,
ramps, and any unfamiliar areas or other hazards.
– Watch for holes or other hidden hazards.
– Use caution when operating vehicle on a steep
slope. Normally travel straight up and down slopes.
Reduce speed when making sharp turns or when
turning on hillsides. Avoid turning on hillsides
whenever possible.
– Use extra caution when operating vehicle on wet
surfaces, at higher speeds or with a full load.
Stopping time will increase with a full load. Shift
into a lower gear before starting up or down a hill.
– Avoid sudden stops and starts. Do not go from
reverse to forward or forward to reverse without
first coming to a complete stop.
– Do not attempt sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers or
other unsafe driving actions that may cause a loss
of vehicle control.
– Do not pass another vehicle traveling in the same
direction at intersections, blind spots, or at other
dangerous locations.
– When draining, do not let anyone stand behind
vehicle and do not drain liquid on any one's feet.
– Keep all bystanders away. Before backing up, look
to the rear and assure no one is behind. Back up
slowly.
– Watch out for traffic when 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 other persons know what you
plan to do. Obey all traffic rules and regulations.
– Never operate vehicle in or near an area where
there is dust or fumes in the air which are
explosive. The electrical and exhaust systems of
the vehicle can produce sparks capable of igniting
explosive materials.
– If ever unsure about safe operation, STOP WORK
and ask your supervisor.
• Do not use a cab on a Workman vehicle equipped with
a spray system. The cab is not pressurized an dwill not
provide adequate ventilation when used with a sprayer.
The cab will also overload the vehicle when the spray
system tank is full.
• Do not touch engine, transaxle, muffler or muffler
manifold while engine is running or soon after it has
stopped because these areas may be hot enough to
cause burns.
• If the machine ever vibrates abnormally, stop
immediately, turn engine off, wait for all motion to
stop and inspect for damage. Repair all damage before
resuming operation.
• Before getting off the seat:
– Stop movement of the machine.
– Shut engine off and wait for all movement to stop.
– Set parking brake.
– Remove key from ignition.
Note: Block wheels if machine is on an incline.
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.
• Turf and pavement are slick 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 vehicle on a hill may cause tipping or
rolling of the vehicle, or the engine may stall and you
could lose headway on the hill. This could result in
personal injury.
• Do not accelerate quickly or slam on the brakes when
backing down a hill, especially with a load.
• Never drive across a steep hill; always drive straight
up or down or go around the hill.
• 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.
• 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.
• Heavy loads affect stability. Reduce the weight of the
load and your speed when operating on hills.
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