Toro 07213TC, Operator'S Manual

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Hills
Use extra care when on hills. Never go on hills that are
extremely steep. Stopping while going down a hill will
take longer than on level ground. Turning while going
up or down a hill is more dangerous than turning on
the level. Turns while going down hill, especially with
the brakes on, and, turning up hill while traversing a
hill are particularly dangerous. Even at a slow speed
and without a load, tip overs are more likely if you
turn on a hill.
Slow down and shift into a lower gear before starting
up or down a hill. If you have to turn while on a hill,
do it as slowly and cautiously as possible. Never make
sharp or fast turns on a hill.
If you stall or begin to lose headway while climbing a
steep hill, quickly apply the brakes, shift to neutral,
restart the engine and shift to reverse. At idle speed,
engine and transaxle drag will aid the brakes in
controlling the vehicle on the hill and help you back
down the hill more safely.
Reduce the weight of the load if it is a steep hill or if
the load has high center of gravity. Remember, loads
can shift. Secure them.
Note : The Workman ® has excellent hill climbing
ability. The differential lock will increase this ability.
Loading and Dumping
The weight and position of the cargo and passenger
can change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle
handling. To avoid loss of control resulting in personal
injury, follow these guidelines.
Do not carry loads that exceed the load limits
described on the vehicle weight label.
The vehicle has several combinations of boxes,
platforms, and attachments available. These can be
used in various combinations that allow for maximum
capacity and versatility. The full sized box is 140 cm
TIPOVER CAN OCCUR IF TRUCK
IS IMPROPERLY OPERATED.
INJURY OR DEATH COULD
RESULT!
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• Tipping or rolling the vehicle on a hill will
cause serious personal injury.
• If engine stalls or you lose headway on a hill,
never attempt to turn vehicle around.
• Always back straight down a hill in reverse
gear.
• Never back down in neutral or with the clutch
depressed, using only the brakes.
• Never drive across a steep hill, always drive
straight up or down.
• Avoid turning on a hill
• Don’t “drop the clutch” or slam on the brakes.
Sudden speed change can initiate tipover.
WARNING
The bed will lower whenever the dump lever is
pushed down, even when the engine is off. Turning
off the engine will NOT prevent the box from
lowering. Always place the safety support on ex
tended lift cylinder to hold box up if you are not
going to lower it right away.
WARNING
When lowering the box it is possible for you or
others to get their hands or other body parts in the
wrong spot and have them crushed. Take extra care
that no one will get hurt. Also, do not dump on
anyone’s feet. It may seem funny but, it can be
dangerous.
WARNING