2.0 SAFETY
2.1 GETTING STARTED
For personal safety, before operating the vehicle, it is the operator’s responsibility to read, understand
and follow the basic rules of operation and maintenance instructions in this manual. If you are responsible
for the use of the vehicle, it is your responsibility to inform the person or persons using the vehicle about
the following basic rules of operation for their personal safety.
It is Tomberlin’s specific recommendation that the following warnings must be observed at all times. Not
all are repeated throughout this manual, but the recommendations included must be observed whenever
these subjects (vehicle operation hazards, battery hazards, etc.) are encountered. Section 4.0 ELECTRIC
SYSTEM contains important safety and other system information.
2.2 SAFETY VEHICLE STATEMENTS
Any modifications or changes to the vehicle that affect the stability, steering or that results in increased speed
beyond factory specifications could result in vehicle damage, severe personal injury or death.
Only trained service professionals should repair or service this vehicle. Persons doing even simple repairs or
maintenance should have a working knowledge and experience in general electrical and mechanical repair.
Follow all procedures exactly and observe all safety messages stated in this manual. Working on vehicles without
following proper procedures and using proper equipment may result in vehicle damage or personal injury. See
Section 2.3 OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
Moving parts hazard! When operating any vehicle in a stationary position, avoid tires and wheels which could
snag clothing or cause severe injury to body parts. A running vehicle must be worked on with the greatest care.
Failure to maintain vehicle properly could result in decreased vehicle performance, reliability or cause severe
personal injury.
Always wear safety glasses or approved eye protection while performing vehicle maintenance.
This vehicle is not Federal or State DOT approved and is not equipped to be operated on public roads or highways.
Do not exceed the rated vehicle speed. Exceeding this speed may result in steering difficulty, motor damage,
and/or loss of control and injury.
When replacement parts are required, use only genuine Tomberlin parts.
No modifications or additions, which affect the mechanical or electrical integrity and the safe operation of the
vehicle, shall be made without the written approval of the manufacturer. If such modifications are approved,
the capacity, operation, and maintenance instruction markings shall be changed accordingly. If in doubt about
any modification, contact your local Tomberlin authorized dealer or Tomberlin Client Care. Do not overload the
vehicle. Never exceed maximum payload as specified on the Vehicle Nameplate. Your safety and the safety of
others depend on your safe operation and maintenance of this vehicle.
