Before Operating; While Operating - Toro Multi Pro WM 41240 Operator's Manual

Before Operating

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Operate the machine only after reading and understanding
the contents of this manual.
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Never allow children to operate the sprayer.
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Never operate the sprayer without first reading and
understanding the Operator's Manual. Only trained and
authorized persons should operate this sprayer. Make
sure that all operators are physically and mentally capable
of operating the sprayer.
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This vehicle is designed to carry the operator and one
passenger in the seat provided by the manufacturer.
Never carry any other passengers on the vehicle.
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Never operate the sprayer when under the influence
of drugs or alcohol. Even prescription drugs and cold
medicines can cause drowsiness.
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Do not drive the sprayer when you are tired. Be sure to
take occasional breaks. It is very important that you stay
alert at all times.
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Become familiar with the controls and know how to stop
the engine quickly.
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Keep all shields, safety devices, and decals in place. If a
shield, safety device, or decal is malfunctioning, illegible,
or damaged, repair or replace it before operating the
machine.
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Always wear substantial shoes. Do not operate the
machine while wearing sandals, tennis shoes, or sneakers.
Do not wear loose fitting clothing or jewelry which could
get caught in moving parts and cause personal injury.
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Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes, long pants, and a
helmet is advisable and required by some local safety and
insurance regulations.
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Keep everyone, especially children and pets, away from
the areas of operation.
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Be extremely careful when operating around people.
Always be aware of where bystanders might be and keep
them away from the work area.
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Before operating the vehicle, always check all parts of
the vehicle and any attachments. If something is wrong,
stop using the vehicle. Make sure that the problem is
corrected before vehicle or attachment is operated again.
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Since gasoline is highly flammable, handle it carefully.
– Use an approved gasoline container.
– Do not remove the cap from the fuel tank when the
engine is hot or running.
– Do not smoke while handling gasoline.
– Fill the fuel tank outdoors, and fill it to about 25 mm
(1 inch) below the top of the tank (the bottom of the
filler neck). Do not overfill it.
– Wipe up any spilled gasoline.
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Use only an approved non-metal, portable fuel container.
Static electric discharge can ignite gasoline vapors in a
ungrounded fuel container. Remove the fuel container
from the bed of the vehicle and place on the ground away
from the vehicle before filling. Keep nozzle in contact
with container while filling.
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Check the safety interlock system daily for proper
operation. If a switch should malfunction, replace the
switch before operating machine.

While Operating

WARNING
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which
is an odorless, deadly poison that can kill you.
Do not run engine indoors or in an enclosed area.
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Operator and passenger should remain seated whenever
the vehicle is in motion. Operator should keep both
hands on steering wheel, whenever possible and
passenger should use hand holds provided. Keep arms
and legs within the vehicle body at all times. Never carry
passengers in the box or on attachments. Remember your
passenger may not be expecting you to brake or turn and
may not be ready.
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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, sprayer booms and your head.
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When starting the engine:
– Sit on operator's seat and ensure parking brake is
engaged.
– Disengage PTO and return hand throttle lever to Off
position.
– Move shift lever to Neutral and depress clutch pedal.
– Keep foot off accelerator pedal.
– Turn ignition key to Start.
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Using the machine demands attention. Failure to operate
vehicle safely may result in an accident, tip over of 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, 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.
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