Toro Dingo 320-D Operator's Manual page 4

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.
Do not operate the traction unit on hillsides or slopes
exceeding the angles recommended in the Stability
Data section, page 12, and those in the attachment
operator 's manual. See also the slope chart on
page 6.
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.
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.
Removing an attachment on a slope will make the rear
of the traction unit heavy. Refer to the Stability Data
section, page 12, to determine whether the attachment
can be safely removed on the slope.
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.
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.
Follow the recommendations in the attachment
manuals for the use of counterweights to improve
stability.
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.
Keep all movements on slopes slow and gradual. Do
not make sudden changes in speed or direction.
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose
traction, proceed slowly, straight down the slope.
Avoid turning on slopes. If you must turn, turn slowly
and keep the heavy end of the traction unit uphill.
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.
Do not operate on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause sliding.
Do not park the traction unit on a hillside or slope
without lowering the attachment to the ground and
chocking the wheels.
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.
Keep children out of the work area and under the
watchful care of another responsible adult.
Be alert and turn the traction unit off if children enter
the area.
Before and while backing, look behind and down for
small children.
Never carry children. They may fall off and be
seriously injured or interfere with safe traction unit
operation.
Never allow children to operate the traction unit.
Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, the end of a fence, or other objects that
may obscure vision.
Service
Stop the engine before performing any service, repairs,
maintenance, or adjustments.
If any maintenance or repair requires the loader arms
to be in the raised position, secure the arms in the
raised position with the hydraulic cylinder locks
included with traction unit.
Never run a traction unit inside a closed area.
Keep nuts and bolts tight. Keep equipment in good
condition.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check safety
systems for proper operation before each use.
Keep the traction unit free of grass, leaves, or other
debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow
the traction unit to cool before storing.
Use extra care when handling fuel. It is flammable and
vapors are explosive.
Use only an approved container.
Never remove the fuel tank cap or add fuel when
the engine is running. Allow the engine to cool
before refueling. Do not smoke.
Never refuel the traction unit indoors.
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