Maintenance - Toro 41594 Operator's Manual

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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Check carefully for overhead clearances (i.e. branches,
doorways, electrical wires) before driving under any
objects and do not contact them.
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Do not remove 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.
WARNING
Sudden changes in terrain may cause abrupt
steering wheel movement, possibly resulting in
hand and arm injuries.
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Reduce your speed when operating on rough terrain and
near curbs.
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Grip the steering wheel loosely around the perimeter.
Keep your hands clear of the steering wheel spokes.
Loading
The weight of the cargo can change the sprayer center of
gravity and sprayer handling. To avoid loss of control and
personal injury, follow these guidelines:
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Reduce the weight of the load when operating on hills
and rough terrain to avoid tipping or overturning of the
sprayer.
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Liquid loads can shift. This shifting happens most often
while turning, going up or down hills, suddenly changing
speeds, or while driving over rough surfaces. Shifting
loads can cause the sprayer to tip over.
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When operating with a heavy load, reduce your speed and
allow for sufficient braking distance. Do not suddenly
apply the brakes. Use extra caution on slopes.
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Be aware that heavy loads increase your stopping distance
and reduce your ability to turn quickly without tipping
over.

Maintenance

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Only permit qualified and authorized personnel to
maintain, repair, adjust, or inspect the sprayer.
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Before performing any maintenance, ensure that the
system has been thoroughly rinsed and cleaned.
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Before servicing or making adjustments to the machine,
stop the engine, set the parking brake, and remove the
key from the starter switch to prevent someone from
accidentally starting the engine.
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To make sure that the entire machine is in good condition,
keep all nuts, bolts, and screws properly tightened.
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To reduce the potential for fire, keep the engine area free
of excessive grease, grass, leaves, and accumulation of dirt.
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Never use an open flame to check the level or leakage of
fuel or battery electrolyte.
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If the engine must be running to perform a maintenance
adjustment, keep your hands, feet, clothing, and any parts
of your body away from the engine and any moving parts.
Keep everyone away.
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Do not use open pans of fuel or flammable cleaning
fluids when cleaning parts.
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Do not adjust the traction control speed. To ensure
safety and accuracy, have an Authorized Toro Distributor
check the ground speed.
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Keep your body and hands away from pin hole leaks or
nozzles that eject high pressure fluid. Use cardboard or
paper to find leaks. Fluid escaping under pressure can
penetrate skin and cause injury requiring surgery within a
few hours by a qualified surgeon or gangrene may result.
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If major repairs are ever needed or assistance is required,
contact an Authorized Toro Distributor.
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To be sure of optimum performance and safety,
always purchase genuine Toro replacement parts and
accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by
other manufacturers could be dangerous. Altering this
sprayer in any manner that may affect sprayer operation,
performance, durability, or its use, may result in injury or
death. Such use could void the product warranty.
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