Starting - Taylor-Dunn TT-316 36AC Operator's Manual

Starting

Before operating this vehicle: Refer to General Safety Guidelines at the beginning of this chapter.
WARNING
The seat interlock switch is only one part of the vehicle safety system. The interlock
switch should not be relied upon as the only safety feature used to disable or disengage
this vehicle. Do not bypass or in any way disable the interlock. Doing so could result in
unexpected movement of the vehicle causing severe bodily injury and/or property damage.
Note: This vehicle is equipped with a driver seat interlock which disables the vehicle when the
driver seat is not occupied. The driver must be properly seated for the vehicle to operate.
1. Sit in the driver seat and press the service
brake pedal.
2. Place the Direction Control switch in the center
OFF position.
3. Place the Start switch in the ON position and
wait 1 second.
4. Select a direction of travel.
5. Slowly press the throttle pedal to accelerate
to the desired speed.
Note: In an emergency, the Start switch may be turned OFF to disable the motor speed control.
Refer to additional information regarding electromagnetic parking brake in the Driving
section.
Refer to the Driving section for additional information regarding operation of your vehicle.
WARNING
DO NOT exceed the maximum rated speed for your vehicle, locally imposed speed
limits, or the safe operating speed for conditions. Exceeding any of these speed limits will
increase the likelihood of an accident causing personal injury. In addition, exceeding the
maximum rated speed for your vehicle may result in damage to the vehicle drive train
and/or control system.
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WARNING
DO NOT transport passengers in
the cargo area. All passengers must
be seated in the available seats, one
passenger per seating position.
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