While Operating - Toro 07253TC Operator's Manual

sure problem is corrected before vehicle or
attachment is operated again.
13. Since gasoline is highly flammable, handle it
carefully.
A. Use an approved gasoline container.
B. Do not remove cap from fuel tank when
engine is hot or running.
C. Do not smoke while handling gasoline.
D. Fill fuel tank outdoors and to about one inch
below top of tank (bottom of filler neck). Do
not overfill.
E. Wipe up any spilled gasoline.
14. Check the safety interlock system daily for proper
operation. If a switch should malfunction, replace
the switch before operating machine. After every
two years, replace the interlock switches in the
safety system, whether they are working properly
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which
is an odorless, deadly poison.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Carbon monoxide can kill you.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed
area.
or not.

While Operating

15. Operator and passenger should remain seated
whenever the vehicle is in motion. Operator
should keep both hands on steering wheel,
whenever possible and passenger should use the
hand holds provided. Keep arms and legs within
the vehicle body at all times. Never carry
Safety
passengers in box or on attachments. Remember
your passenger may not be expecting you to
brake or turn and may not be ready.
16. Never overload your vehicle. Name plate (located
under dash on passenger side) shows load limits
for vehicle. Never overfill attachments or exceed
the vehicle maximum gross vehicle weight.
17. When starting the engine:
A. Sit on operator's seat and engage the parking
brake.
B. Disengage PTO (if so equipped) and return
the hand throttle lever to OFF position (if so
equipped).
C. Move shift lever to NEUTRAL and depress
clutch pedal.
D. Keep foot off the accelerator pedal.
E. Diesel models only: Turn ignition key to
ON, hold glow switch ON (maximum 30
seconds.)
F. Turn ignition key to START.
18. Using the machine demands attention. Failure to
operate vehicle safely may result in a accident, tip
over of vehicle and serious injury or death. Drive
carefully. To prevent tipping or loss of control:
A. Use extreme caution, reduce speed and
maintain a safe distance around sand traps,
ditches, creeks, ramps, any unfamiliar areas
or other hazards.
B. Watch for holes or other hidden hazards.
C. Use caution when operating vehicle on a
steep slope. Normally travel straight up and
down slopes. Reduce speed when making
sharp turns or when turning on hillsides.
Avoid turning on hillsides whenever possible.
D. Use extra caution when operating vehicle on
wet surfaces, at higher speeds or with a full
load. Stopping time will increase with a full
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