Slope Safety; Starting And Shutting Off The Engine - Toro Sand Pro 3040 Operator's Manual

– Wait for all moving parts to stop.
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Do not operate the machine when there is the risk
of lightning.
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Do not use the machine as a towing vehicle.
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When necessary, wet surfaces prior to conditioning
to minimize dust creation.
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Use accessories, attachments, and replacement
parts approved by Toro only.

Slope Safety

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Establish your own procedures and rules for
operating on slopes. These procedures must
include surveying the site to determine which
slopes are safe for machine operation. Always
use common sense and good judgment when
performing this survey.
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Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control
and rollover accidents, which can result in severe
injury or death. The operator is responsible for
safe slope operation. Operating the machine on
any slope requires extra caution.
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Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control
and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe
injury or death. Operating the machine on any
slope requires extra caution.
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Operate the machine at a lower speed when you
are on a slope.
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If you feel uneasy operating the machine on a
slope, do not do it.
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Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other
hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the
machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
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Choose a low ground speed so you will not have
to stop or shift while on a slope.
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A rollover can occur before the tires lose traction.
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Avoid operating the machine on wet grass. Tires
may lose traction; regardless if the brakes are
available and functioning.
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Avoid starting, stopping, or turning the machine
on a slope.
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Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual.
Do not suddenly change the speed or direction of
the machine.
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Do not operate the machine near drop-offs,
ditches, embankments, or bodies of water. The
machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel goes
over the edge or the edge caves in. Establish a
safety area between the machine and any hazard
(2 machine widths).
Starting and Shutting Off
the Engine
1. Remove your foot from the traction pedal,
ensure that the pedal is in the
and engage the parking brake.
2. Push the choke lever forward to the O
(when starting a cold engine) and the throttle
lever to the S
LOW
Important:
When operating the machine in
temperatures less than 0°C (32°F) allow the
machine time to warm up before using it.
This prevents damage to the hydrostat and
the traction loop.
3. Insert the key into the ignition switch and rotate
it clockwise to start the engine. Release the key
when the engine starts.
Note:
Regulate the choke to keep the engine
running smoothly.
Important:
To prevent overheating the
starter motor, do not engage the starter
longer than 10 seconds. After 10 seconds of
continuous cranking, wait 60 seconds before
engaging the starter motor again.
4. To shut off the engine, move the throttle control
to the S position and rotate the ignition key
LOW
to O .
FF
Note:
Remove the key from the switch to
prevent accidental starting.
5. Close the fuel-shutoff valve before storing the
machine.
CAUTION
Inspecting the machine while the engine
is running could result in injury.
Shut the engine off and wait for all
moving parts to stop before checking
for oil leaks, loose parts, and other
malfunctions.
17
position,
NEUTRAL
position
N
position.