Toro 22303, Operator'S Manual

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Do not exceed the rated operating capacity, as the
traction unit may become unstable which may result in
loss of control.
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Do not carry a load with the arms raised. Always carry
loads close to the ground. Do not step off of the
platform with the load raised.
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Do not over-load the attachment and always keep the
load level when raising the loader arms. Logs, boards,
and other items could roll down the loader arms,
injuring you.
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Never jerk the control levers; use a steady motion.
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Keep your hands, feet, hair, and loose clothing away
from any moving parts.
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Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
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Do not operate the traction unit while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing
roadways.
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Use extra care when loading or unloading the traction
unit onto a trailer or truck.
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Do not touch parts which may be hot from operation.
Allow them to cool before attempting to maintain,
adjust, or service.
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Do not operate the traction unit with any of the covers
or guards removed.
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Check for overhead clearances (i.e. branches,
doorways, electrical wires) before driving under any
objects and do not contact them.
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Before digging, have the area marked for underground
utilities, and do not dig in marked areas.
Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and
tip-over accidents which can result in severe injury or
death. All slopes require extra caution.
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Do not operate the traction unit on hillsides or slopes
exceeding the angles recommended in the Stability
Data section, page 11, and those in the attachment
operator ’s manual. See also the slope chart on
page 6.
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Operate up and down slopes with the heavy end of
the traction unit uphill. Weight distribution changes.
An empty bucket will make the rear of the traction
unit the heavy end, and a full bucket will make the
front of the traction unit the heavy end. Most other
attachments will make the front of traction unit the
heavy end.
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Raising the loader arms on a slope will affect the
stability of the machine. Whenever possible, keep the
loader arms in the lowered position when on slopes.
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Removing an attachment on a slope will make the rear
of the traction unit heavy. Refer to the Stability Data
section, page 11, to determine whether the attachment
can be safely removed on the slope.
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Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. from
the work area. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps, as
uneven terrain could overturn the traction unit. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
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Use slow speed on slopes. Before starting the engine,
put the pump selector lever in the slow (turtle) position
so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the
slope.
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Follow the recommendations in the attachment
manuals for the use of counterweights to improve
stability.
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Use only Toro approved attachments. Attachments can
change the stability and the operating characteristics of
the traction unit. Warranty may be voided if used with
unapproved attachments.
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Keep all movements on slopes slow and gradual. Do
not make sudden changes in speed or direction.
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Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose
traction, proceed slowly, straight down the slope.
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Avoid turning on slopes. If you must turn, turn slowly
and keep the heavy end of the traction unit uphill.
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Do not operate near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. The traction unit could suddenly turn
over if a wheel goes over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or
if an edge caves in.
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Do not operate on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause sliding.
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Do not park the traction unit on a hillside or slope
without lowering the attachment to the ground and
chocking the wheels.
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Do not try to stabilize the traction unit by putting your
foot on the ground.
Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
the traction unit and the work activity. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them.
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Keep children out of the work area and under the
watchful care of another responsible adult.
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Be alert and turn the traction unit off if children enter
the area.