Taylor-Dunn B0-248-48AC, Operation, T Roubleshooting And Replacement Parts Manual

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SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Safety Rules Page 10
VEHICLE OPERATIONAL
GUIDELINES
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.
Do not turn off the key switch while the
vehicle is in motion unless the vehicle must
be stopped in an emergency. Turning the
key switch off will immediately apply the
park brake, stopping the vehicle. The
abrupt stopping of the vehicle may result
in severe bodily injury.
Do not get off of the seat while the vehicle
is in motion. Getting off of the seat will
activate the seat interlock, rapidly slowing
the vehicle and applying the park brake.
The abrupt slowing of the vehicle may
result in severe bodily injury.
Starting:
1. Make sure the forward-off-reverse witch is in
the center “OFF” position.
2. Hold down the foot brake.
3. Insert the key and turn it to the “ON” position.
4. Wait 1-second then place the forward-off-
reverse switch in the desired direction of
travel.
5. Release the foot brake.
6. Slowly depress the accelerator pedal.
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.
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Use the low speed model while towing heavy
loads. While towing heavy loads, the low speed
mode will increase the efficiency of the system
and extend running time between charges.