Toro 07252TC Operator's Manual page 8

gravity is high. Items such as bricks, fertilizer, or
landscape timbers stack higher in the box. The
higher a load is stacked, the more likely the
vehicle is to tip over. Distribute the load as low
as possible, making sure that the load does not
affect rear visibility.
• Position the weight of the load evenly from side
to side. If you position the load toward one of the
sides, the vehicle is more likely to tip over while
turning.
• Position the weight of a load evenly from front to
back. If you position the load behind the rear
axle, it will reduce the weight on the front
wheels. This may result in a loss of steering
control or cause the vehicle to tip over on hills or
bumpy terrain.
• Use extra caution if the load exceeds the
dimensions of the box and when handling off-
center loads that cannot be centered. Keep loads
balanced and secure to prevent them from
shifting.
WARNING
The weight of the box may be heavy. Hands or
other body parts could be crushed.
• Keep hands and other body parts clear
when lowering the box.
• Do not dump materials on bystanders.
• Always secure loads so that they do not shift. If a
load is not secured, or you are transporting a
liquid in a large container such as a sprayer, the
load can shift. This shifting happens most often
while turning, going up or down hills, suddenly
changing speeds, or while driving over rough
surfaces. Shifting loads can cause the vehicle to
tip over.
• Never dump a loaded cargo box while the vehicle
is sideways on a hill. The change in weight
distribution may cause the vehicle to overturn.
• When operating with a heavy load in the cargo box,
reduce your speed and allow for sufficient
braking distance. Do not suddenly apply the
brakes. Use extra caution on slopes.
• Be aware that heavy loads increase your stopping
distance and reduce your ability to turn quickly
without tipping over.
• The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying
purposes only, not for passengers.
• Never overload your vehicle. The name plate
(located under dash on center column) shows
load limits for the vehicle. Never overload the
attachments or exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight
(GVW).
Maintenance
• Only qualified and authorized personnel shall be
permitted to maintain, repair, adjust, or inspect
the vehicle.
• Before servicing or making adjustments to the
machine, stop the engine, set the parking brake,
and remove the key from the ignition to prevent
someone from accidentally starting the engine.
• To make sure that the entire machine is in good
condition, keep all nuts, bolts, and screws
properly tightened.
• To reduce the potential for fire, keep the engine
area free of excessive grease, grass, leaves, and
accumulation of dirt.
• Never use an open flame to check the level or
leakage of fuel or battery electrolyte.
• If the engine must be running to perform a
maintenance adjustment, keep your hands, feet,
clothing, and any parts of your body away from
the engine and any moving parts. Keep everyone
away.
• Do not use open pans of fuel or flammable
cleaning fluids for cleaning parts.
• Do not adjust the ground speed governor. To
ensure safety and accuracy, have an authorized
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