Utility Vehicle Driving Safety Types of Utility Vehicles

Utility Vehicle Driving Safety

Types of Utility Vehicles • Golf Carts • Gator Vehicles • Toro Vehicles • Daihatsu

What does this symbol mean?

WARNING: YOUNG DRIVERS INCREASE CHANCE OF DEATH

WARNING: RIDERS CAN FALL OFF AND BE KILLED

WARNING: ROLLOVER OR FALLING OFF MAY CAUSE DEATH

CAUTION: BEFORE LEAVING VEHICLE; STOP ENGINE, SET PARK BRAKE, REMOVE KEY

DANGER: SHEILD EYES – EXPLOSIVE GASES CAN CAUSE BLINDNESS OR INJURY – NO SPARKS FLAMES SMOKING – SULFURIC CAN CAUSE BLINDNESS OR SEVERE BURNS

CAUTION: FLUSH EYES IMMEDIATELY WITH WATER. GET MEDICAL HELP FAST. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DO NOT TIP. KEEP VENT CAPS TIGHT AND LEVEL.

CAUTION: HELP PREVENT INJURY WHEN DUMPING LOADS

OPERATING CONTROLS • • • A - Warning Light Switch B - Indicator Panel C - Hour Meter D - Headlight Switch E - Horn F - Accelerator Pedal G - Brake Pedal H - Key Switch I – Turn Signal Switch J – Cargo Box Power Lift

Indicator Panel A – Battery Discharge Lamp B – Low Oil Pressure Lamp C – Coolant Temperature Lamp D – Park Brake Indicator Lamp E – Differential Lock Lamp

Hand holds are provided for passenger balance and safety when vehicle is in operation.

Operating Equipment A – Accelerator Pedal B – Brake Pedal

Park Brake A – Parking Brake Lever B – Control Button

Controls A - Differential Lock Leaver B – Transaxle Shift Lever C- Park Break Lever

Miscellaneous Controls A – Fuel Shut Off Valve B - Choke

Manual Cargo Box Lift

Cargo Box Support Rod

Before Starting • • • Check for correct tire pressure Inspect for fluid leaks Check fuel gauge Adjust mirrors Check lights & turn signals Be sure everything is properly stored

Pedestrians • • Pedestrians have the right of way Avoid sidewalks when possible Drive slow Avoid driving during class change times , if possible. • Avoid driving on the grass unless necessary

Driving the Vehicle • Always check behind the vehicle before backing • No more occupants that the number of seats • Keep hands and feet inside the vehicle • Drive slow • Avoid step grades

Leaving the Vehicle Unattended • Do not dismount vehicle before it has come to a complete stop • Engage the brake • Turn off the engine • Take the key

Fueling • Turn off engine • Never add gasoline to fuel tank if the engine is hot • If vehicle has “all weather” enclosure be sure area is vented • Clean up spilled gasoline • Be sure vehicle or pump is grounded when fueling

Fuel Gauge and Shut Off Valve

Carrying A Load • • • Do not exceed load capacity Balance the load Secure the load Be sure you can see behind the vehicle Loads can change on steep grades No one rides in the back

Organizing Loads

Organizing Loads

Use Caution When Backing or Dumping A Load

Service Record • • • Oil Change Oil Filter Change Lubricate Machine Air Cleaner Element (Check/Clean) Fuel Filter Change Check Tires