Taylor-Dunn AMB Ambulance, Operation, T Roubleshooting And Replacement Parts Manual

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SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Safety Rules
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VEHICLE OPERATION GUIDELINES
While driving:
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Slow down and sound the horn to warn pedestrians
or when approaching a corner or other intersection.
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No reckless driving.
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Do not drive this vehicle on steep inclines or where
prohibited.
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Immediately report any accidents or vehicle problems
to a supervisor.
NOTE: This vehicle is equipped with regenerative
motor braking. When the throttle pedal is
released, the motor is converted into a
generator. This will slow the vehicle and
return this energy to the battery. To disable
the motor braking action and allow the vehicle
to coast, hold slight pressure on the throttle
pedal.
NOTE: If the operator leaves the driver seat while in
motion, the vehicle will come to an abrupt
stop.
Loading and Unloading
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Do not carry more than the maximum number of
passengers allowed for this vehicle.
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Do not exceed the cargo load capacity.
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Do not load cargo that can fall off.
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Be careful when handling cargo that is longer, wider,
or higher than this vehicle, be sure to properly secure
all loads.
Towing Loads:
• Do not exceed the towing capacity of the tractor.
• Do not exceed the load capacity of the trailer. Refer
to documentation supplied with your trailer for
information regarding load capacity of the trailer.
• Make sure all loads are securely tied down. Refer to
documentation supplied with your trailer for
information regarding attaching loads to the trailer.
• Do not back up when towing more than one trailer.
• Drive slowly when towing loads with a high center of
gravity.
• When turning, be sure to allow for “corner cutting” of
the trailer.
• Allow for longer stopping distances when towing
heavy loads.
• Allow for longer stopping distances when driving
down a grade.
Safety Guidelines
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Only qualified and trained operators may drive this
vehicle.
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Drive only on level surfaces or on surfaces having
an incline of no more than 10% (5.6 degrees).
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Drive slowly when making a turn, especially if the
ground is wet or when driving on an incline.
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This vehicle may overturn easily if turned sharply or
when driven at high speeds.
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Observe all traffic regulations and speed limits.
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Keep all body parts (head, arms, legs) inside this
vehicle while it is moving.
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Keep the vehicle under control at all times.
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Yield right of way to pedestrians, ambulances, fire
trucks, or other vehicles in emergencies.
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Do not overtake another vehicle at intersections, blind
spots, or other dangerous locations.
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Do not drive over loose objects, holes, or bumps.
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Yield right of way to pedestrians and emergencies
vehicles.
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Stay in your driving lane under normal conditions,
maintaining a safe distance from all objects.
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Keep a clear view ahead at all times.
Starting:
Perform all necessary vehicle preparation steps,
inspections, or maintenance before operating this
vehicle.
NOTE: The vehicle is equipped with a seat or foot
interlock switch. This switch must be closed
BEFORE the throttle is depressed.
1. Make sure the forward-off-reverse switch is in the
center “OFF” position.
2. If equipped with a manual park brake, set the
parking brake.
3. Hold down the foot brake.
4. Rotate the ON-OFF switch to the “ON” position.
5. Wait 1-second then place the forward-off-reverse
switch in the desired direction of travel.
6. Release the parking brake.
7. Release the foot brake.
8. Slowly depress the throttle pedal.