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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