Operation - Toro 07264 Operator's Manual

• Avoid driving when it is dark, especially in
unfamiliar areas. If you must drive when it
is dark, be sure to drive cautiously, use the
headlights, and even consider adding additional
lights.
• Be extremely careful when operating around
people. Always be aware of where bystanders
might be.
• Before operating the vehicle, always check the
designated areas of the vehicle that are stated
in the pre-starting section of this manual. If
something is wrong, do not use the vehicle.
Make sure that the problem is corrected before
the vehicle or attachment is operated.
• Since gasoline is highly flammable, handle it
carefully.
– Use an approved gasoline container.
– Do not remove the cap from the fuel tank
when the engine is hot or running.
– Do not smoke while handling gasoline.
– Fill the fuel tank outdoors, and fill it to
about 1 inch (25 mm) below the top of the
tank (the bottom of the filler neck). Do
not overfill it.
– Wipe up any spilled gasoline.

Operation

Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,
which is an odorless, deadly poison that can
kill you.
Do not run engine indoors or in an enclosed
area.
• The operator and passenger should remain
seated whenever the vehicle is in motion.
The operator should keep both hands on the
steering wheel whenever possible, and the
passenger should use the hand holds provided.
Keep your arms and legs within the vehicle
body at all times.
• Drive slower and turn less sharply when you
are carrying a passenger. Remember your
passenger may not be expecting you to brake
or turn and may not be ready.
• Always watch out for and avoid low overhangs
such as tree limbs, door jambs, and over-head
walkways. Make sure there is enough room
over head to easily clear the vehicle and your
head.
• Always shift into neutral and apply the parking
brake before leaving an idling vehicle, or else
the vehicle may creep.
• Failure to operate the vehicle safely may result
in an accident, tip over of the vehicle, and
serious injury or death. Drive carefully. To
prevent tipping or loss of control:
– Use extreme caution, reduce speed, and
maintain a safe distance around sand traps,
ditches, creeks, ramps, unfamiliar areas,
or any areas that have abrupt changes in
ground conditions or elevation.
– Watch for holes or other hidden hazards.
– Use extra caution when operating the
vehicle on wet surfaces, in adverse weather
conditions, at higher speeds, or with a
full load. Stopping time and distance will
increase with a full load.
– Avoid sudden stops and starts. Do not
go from reverse to forward or forward to
reverse without first coming to a complete
stop.
– Slow down before turning. Do not attempt
sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers or other
unsafe driving actions that may cause a loss
of vehicle control.
– When dumping, do not let anyone stand
behind the vehicle and do not dump the
load on anyone's feet. Release the tailgate
latches from the side of the box, not from
behind.
– Only operate the vehicle when the cargo
box is down and latched.
– Before backing up, look to the rear and
ensure that no one is behind you. Back up
slowly.
– Watch out for traffic when you are near or
crossing roads. Always yield the right of
way to pedestrians and other vehicles. This
vehicle is not designed for use on streets or
highways. Always signal your turns or stop
early enough so that other people know
what you plan to do. Obey all traffic rules
and regulations.
– The electrical and exhaust systems of the
vehicle can produce sparks capable of
5