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– Shift the transmission to the NEUTRAL
position.
– Engage the parking brake.
– Shut off the machine and remove the key.
– Wait for all movement to stop.
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If the machine ever vibrates abnormally, stop
and shut off the machine immediately, wait for
all movement to stop, and inspect for damage.
Repair all damage to the machine before resuming
operation.
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Do not park the machine or leave it unattended
where it obstructs fire aisles, access to stairways,
or fire equipment.
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Operate the machine only while in the operating
position. You and your passengers should remain
seated whenever the machine is in motion.
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Do not allow passengers to distract you either
physically or verbally while you are driving the
machine.
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Make starts, stops, turns, or direction reversals
smoothly so as not to endanger passengers or
lose control of the machine.
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Always be aware of and watch out for pedestrians.
Do not drive the machine in a manner that
endangers others.
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Under all travel conditions, operate the machine at
a speed that allows you stop it safely.
•
Yield the right of way to pedestrians, ambulances,
fire trucks, vehicles, or other machines in
emergency situations.
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Do not pass another machine traveling in the same
direction at intersections, blind spots, or at other
dangerous locations.
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Keep a clear view of the path of travel, observe
other traffic and personnel, and maintain a safe
clearance.
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Slow down or stop, as conditions dictate, and
activate the sound-producing warning device at
cross aisles and when visibility is obstructed at
other locations.
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Do not drive the machine onto any elevator
unless specifically authorized to do so. Approach
elevators slowly, and then enter squarely after
the elevator car is properly leveled. Once on the
elevator, set the controls to the NEUTRAL position,
shut off the engine, and engage the parking brake.
Have all others leave the elevator before you enter
or exit in the machine.
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Do not operate the machine when there is the risk
of lightning.
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Do not add to or modify the machine.
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Use accessories and attachments approved by
The Toro® Company only.
Slope Safety
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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.
•
Survey the site to determine which slopes are
safe for operating the machine and establish your
own procedures and rules for operating on those
slopes. Always use common sense and good
judgment when performing this survey.
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If you feel uneasy operating the machine on a
slope, do not do it.
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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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Avoid operating the machine on wet terrain. Tires
may lose traction. A rollover can occur before the
tires lose traction.
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If possible, avoid turning the machine and use
extreme caution on slopes, ramps, or inclines.
Travel straight up and down a slope.
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If you begin to lose momentum while climbing a
slope, gradually engage the brakes and slowly
reverse the machine straight down the slope.
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Turning while going up or down a slope can be
dangerous. If you must turn on a slope, do it slowly
and cautiously. Avoid driving/turning on improperly
banked curves.
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Heavy loads affect stability on a slope. Carry a
reduced load and reduce your ground speed when
operating on a slope or if the load has a high
center of gravity. Secure the load to the cargo bed
of the machine to prevent the load from shifting.
Take extra care when hauling loads that shift easily
(e.g., liquids, rock, sand, etc.).
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Avoid starting and stopping the machine on a
slope. Stopping while going down a slope takes
longer than stopping on a level surface. If you
must stop the machine, avoid sudden speed
changes, which can cause the machine to tip or
roll over. Do not engage the brakes suddenly
when rolling rearward, as this may cause the
machine to overturn.
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Whenever you operate the machine on steep
grades, stay on the designated vehicle paths,
which should be marked with a warning of a steep
grade.
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Operating the machine at an excessive speed
down a slope will adversely affect its stability.
Identify hazardous slopes with a warning in places
preceding the beginning of the slope. Use care
when approaching a slope, especially when you
turn the machine downhill or the downhill slope
exceeds 10% (6 degrees) on an unpaved surface
or 20% (11 degrees) on a a paved surface. Avoid
parking on steep hills.
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