Transporting Machines - Toro Groundsmaster 360 Operator's Manual

WARNING
Loading a unit onto a trailer or truck increases
the possibility of backward tip-over and could
cause serious injury or death.
• Use extreme caution when operating a unit
on a ramp.
• Use only a single, full width ramp; Do not
use individual ramps for each side of the
unit.
• If individual ramps must be used, use
enough ramps to create an unbroken ramp
surface wider than the unit.
• Do not exceed a 15 degree angle between
ramp and ground or between ramp and
trailer or truck.
• Avoid sudden acceleration while driving
unit up a ramp to avoid tipping backward.
• Avoid sudden deceleration while backing
unit down a ramp to avoid tipping
backward.
Figure 44
1. Trailer
2. Full width ramp
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3. Not greater than
15 degrees
4. Full width ramp—side view

Transporting Machines

WARNING
Driving on the street or roadway without turn
signals, lights, reflective markings, or a slow
moving vehicle emblem is dangerous and can
lead to accidents causing personal injury.
Do not drive machine on a public street
or roadway without signs, lights, and/or
markings required by local regulations.
Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the
machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all
necessary lighting and marking as required by law.
Please carefully read all the safety instructions.
Knowing this information could help you or bystanders
avoid injury.
To transport the machine:
•
Ensure that your vehicle, hitch, safety chains, and
trailer are adequate for the load you are pulling
and that they meet all local traffic regulations for
your area.
•
Lock the brake and block the wheels.
•
Securely fasten the machine to the trailer or truck
with straps, chains, cable, or ropes as required by
local traffic regulations in your area
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(Figure 45).