Toro 41177 Multi-Pro 1250 Operator's Manual page 6

• Failure to operate the sprayer safely may result
in an accident, tip over of the sprayer, and
serious injury or death. Drive carefully. To
prevent tipping or loss of control:
– Use extreme caution, reduce speed, and
maintain a safe distance around sand traps,
ditches, creeks, ramps, unfamiliar areas,
or any areas that have abrupt changes in
ground conditions or elevation.
– Watch for holes or other hidden hazards.
– Use extra caution when operating the
sprayer on wet surfaces, in adverse weather
conditions, at higher speeds, or with a
full load. Stopping time and distance will
increase with a full load.
– Avoid sudden stops and starts. Do not
go from reverse to forward or forward to
reverse without first coming to a complete
stop.
– Slow down before turning. Do not attempt
sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers or other
unsafe driving actions that may cause a loss
of sprayer control.
– Before backing up, look to the rear and
ensure that no one is behind you. Back up
slowly.
– Watch out for traffic when you are near or
crossing roads. Always yield the right of
way to pedestrians and other vehicles. This
sprayer is not designed for use on streets or
highways. Always signal your turns or stop
early enough so that other people know
what you plan to do. Obey all traffic rules
and regulations.
– The electrical and exhaust systems of the
sprayer can produce sparks capable of
igniting explosive materials. Never operate
the sprayer in or near an area where there is
dust or fumes in the air which are explosive.
– If you are ever unsure about safe operation,
stop work and ask your supervisor.
• Do not touch the engine or muffler while the
engine is running or soon after it has stopped.
These areas may be hot enough to cause burns.
• If the machine ever vibrates abnormally, stop
immediately, wait for all motion to stop, and
inspect the sprayer for damage. Repair all
damage before resuming operation.
• Before getting off of the seat:
1. Stop the movement of the machine.
2. Place the range selector in Neutral and set
the parking brake.
3. Turn the ignition key to Off.
4. Remove the ignition key.
Note: If the sprayer is stopped on an
incline, block the wheels after getting off
the sprayer.
Braking
• Slow down before you approach an obstacle.
This gives you extra time to stop or turn away.
Hitting an obstacle can damage the sprayer and
its contents. More important, it can injure you.
• Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) has a major
impact on your ability to stop and/or turn.
Heavy loads and attachments make a sprayer
harder to stop or turn. The heavier the load,
the longer it takes to stop.
• Turf and pavement are much more slippery
when they are wet. It can take 2 to 4 times
as long to stop on wet surfaces as on dry
surfaces. If you drive through standing water
deep enough to get the brakes wet, they will
not work well until they are dry. After driving
through water, you should test the brakes to
make sure they work properly. If they do not,
drive slowly while putting light pressure on the
brake pedal. This will dry the brakes out.
Operating on Hills and Rough Terrain
Operating the sprayer on a hill may cause tipping
or rolling of the sprayer, or the engine may stall
and you could lose headway on the hill. This could
result in personal injury.
• Do not accelerate quickly or slam on the brakes
when backing down a hill, especially with a
load.
• Never drive across a steep hill; always drive
straight up or down or go around the hill.
• If the engine stalls or you begin to lose headway
while climbing a hill, gradually apply the brakes
and slowly back straight down the hill.
• Turning while traveling up or down hills can
be dangerous. If you have to turn while on a
hill, do it slowly and cautiously. Never make
sharp or fast turns.
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