Toro MDE Automobile User Manual


 
Workman MDEPage 1 -- 2Safety
Safety Instructions
The Workman MDE is designed and tested to offer safe
service when operated and maintained properly. Al-
though hazard control and accident prevention are par-
tially dependent upon the design and configuration of
the machine, these factors arealso dependentupon the
awareness, concern and proper training of the person-
nel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance
and storage of the machine. Improper use or mainte-
nance of the machinecan result in injuryor death. Tore-
duce the potential for injury or death, comply with the
following safety instructions.
WARNING
To reduce the potential for injury or death,
comply with the following safety instructions.
Before Operating
1. Review and understand the contents of the Opera-
tor’s Manual and Operator’s DVD before starting and
operating the vehicle. Become familiar with the controls
and know how to stop the vehicle and engine quickly.
Additionalcopies ofthe Operator’sManual areavailable
on the internet at www.Toro.com.
2. Keep all shields, safety devices and decals in place.
If a shield, safety deviceor decal is defective,illegible or
damaged, repair o r replace it before operating the ma-
chine. Alsotighten anyloose nuts,bolts or screwsto en-
sure machine is in safe operating condition.
While Operating
WARNING
The Workman MDE is an off--highway vehicle
only. It is not designed, equipped or manufac-
tured for use on public streets, roads or high -
ways.
1. Sit on the operator seat when starting and operating
the vehicle.
2. Before starting the vehicle:
A. Make sure that the battery charger is discon-
nected from the vehicle charger receptacle.
B. Engage the parking brake.
C. Make sure accelerator pedal is not depressed.
D. Check position of forward/reverse switch and Hi/
Low speed switch.
3. Before getting off the operator seat:
A. Stop vehicle, turn on/off switch OFF and remove
key from switch.
B. Apply the parking brake.
4. If vehicle is parked on incline, chock or block the
wheels after getting off the vehicle.