Toro Multi Pro WM 41240 Operator's Manual page 7

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Do not use a cab on a Workman vehicle equipped
with a spray system. The cab is not pressurized
and will not provide adequate ventilation when
used with a sprayer. The cab will also overload the
vehicle when the spray system tank is full.
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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.
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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.
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Before getting off the seat:
– Stop movement of the machine.
– Shut engine off and wait for all movement to
stop.
– Set parking brake.
– Remove the key from the starter switch.
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 vehicle and its
contents. More important, it can injure you and
your passenger.
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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 vehicle harder to stop or turn.
The heavier the load, the longer it takes to stop.
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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 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 Workman
center of gravity and 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 vehicle.
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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
vehicle to tip over.
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