1.0 INTRODUCTION
This manual provides important safety information, operating instructions, model specifications and
maintenance instructions for the Tomberlin Escape.
The information in this manual is limited to care and maintenance information only. Information covering
repairs and technical service is provided in detailed service manuals available to authorized dealers. These
activities may require the attention of a skilled technician and the use of special tools and equipment.
Your authorized dealer has the facilities, experience and genuine Tomberlin parts and accessories to
properly service your vehicle.
1.1 SAFETY MESSAGES
Safety messages and other information in this manual are preceded by the words DANGER, WARNING,
CAUTION or NOTICE. They are printed in bold face, and are very important. We recommend you take
special notice of this information.
Danger indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Warning indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Caution indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Notices are messages not related to personal injury. They will provide key information to prevent
property damage and to assure procedures are more easily understood or implemented.
1.2 VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
This vehicle is built to carry 2 people and cargo, or 4 passengers if equipped with factory rear seat. It is
not designed to be driven on public highways.
The vehicle is designed to conform to requirements for Type E vehicles as described in O.S.H.A. Standard
Section 1910.178 (Powered Industrial Trucks) and with all applicable portions of the American National
Standard for Personnel and Burden Carriers (ANSI B56.8 1993 Part III).
1.3 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)
Do not remove any nameplate, warnings, or instructions affixed to your Tomberlin vehicle. Promptly replace
any that become damaged or removed.
Each vehicle is assigned a unique Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN describes facts and features
of the vehicle and contains fourteen (14) digits.
The nameplate has important information such as model, vehicle weights and rated capacity (load,
operator and passenger). Do not exceed this rated capacity. Read carefully.
To ensure prompt service when repairs or adjustments are required, your Tomberlin dealer must have
the VIN.
For your own personal reference, note your VIN in the space provided below:
