Vehicle Operational Guidelines; Safety Guidelines; Starting - Taylor-Dunn BG-015-00 Operation, T Roubleshooting And Replacement Parts Manual

SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

VEHICLE OPERATIONAL GUIDELINES

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.

Starting:

1. Make sure the Shift lever is in the neutral position.
2. Set the parking brake.
3. Hold down the foot brake.
4. If the engine is cold, Pull the choke knob out.
the engine has warmed up.
5. Insert the key and turn it to the "ON" position.
6. Rotate the key to the start position until the engine starts and then release.
NOTE: If the engine does not start within 5-seconds, release the key and
wait 10-seconds before attempting to start again.
7. Place the shift lever in the desired direction of travel.
8. Release the parking brake.
9. Release the foot brake.
10. Slowly depress the accelerator pedal.
Remember
Safety Rules Page 8
: Push the choke knob back in once