Vehicle Operation; Safety Guidelines; Starting-Gasoline/Lpg Engine - Taylor-Dunn TC-030-60L Operation, Maintenance, And Replacement Parts Manual

SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

VEHICLE OPERATION

Safety Guidelines

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Only qualified and trained operators may drive this
vehicle.
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Drive only on level surfaces or on surfaces having an
incline of no more than 10% (5.6 degrees).
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Drive slowly when making a turn, especially if the
ground is wet or when driving on an incline.
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This vehicle may overturn easily if turned sharply or
when driven at high speeds.
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Observe all traffic regulations and speed limits.
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Keep all body parts (head, arms, legs) inside this
vehicle while it is moving.
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Keep the vehicle under control at all times.
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Yield right of way to pedestrians, ambulances, fire
trucks, or other vehicles in emergencies.
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Do not overtake another vehicle at intersections, blind
spots, or other dangerous locations.
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Do not drive over loose objects, holes, or bumps.
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Yield right of way to pedestrians and emergencies
vehicles.
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Stay in your driving lane under normal conditions,
maintaining a safe distance from all objects.
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Keep a clear view ahead at all times.
Safety Rules and Operating Instructions
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Starting-Gasoline/LPG Engine

For additional information, refer to the engine operator's
manual included with your vehicle.
Perform all necessary vehicle preparation steps,
inspections, or maintenance before operating this vehicle.
NOTE: The vehicle may be equipped with a various
start interlock switches. All interlock switches
must be closed to allow the engine to start.
1. Place the transmission shift lever in Park or Neutral.
2. Set the parking brake.
3. Depress the foot brake pedal.
4. Rotate the ignition switch to the start position and
hold (see notes below) until the engine starts and
then release the switch.
Starting Notes:
Starting when engine is cold:
• At temperatures 10°F (- 12°C) and below, If the engine
does not start in 15-seconds on the first try, turn the
ignition switch to OFF, wait approximately 10-seconds
so you do not flood the engine or overheat the starter
motor, then try again.
• At temperatures 10°F (- 12°C) and below, If the engine
does not start in 5-seconds on the first try, turn the
ignition switch to OFF, wait approximately 10-seconds
so you do not flood the engine or overheat the starter
motor, then try again.
Starting when engine is warm:
• Do not hold the ignition switch in the START position
for more than 5-seconds at a time. If the engine does
not start within 5-seconds on the first try, turn the
ignition switch to the OFF position. Wait wait
approximately 10-seconds so you do not flood the
engine or overheat the starter motor, then try again.