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Workman MD/MDX Page 1 -- 3 Safety
While Operating
1. Sit on the operator seat when starting and operating
the vehicle.
2. Before starting the engine:
A. Sit on operator’s seat and apply the parking
brake.
B. Turn ignition key to ON.
C. Depress accelerator pedal tostart engine and en-
gage drive system.
3. Do not run engine in a confined area without ade-
quate ventilation. Exhaust fumes are hazardous and
could possibly be deadly.
4. Do not touch engine, muffler or exhaust pipe while
engine is running orsoon after it is stopped. Theseareas
could be hot enough to cause burns.
5. Before getting off the seat:
A. Stop movement of the vehicle.
B. Turn ignition key to OFF and wait for all move-
ment to stop.
C. Remove key from ignition switch.
D. Apply parking brake.
E. Do not park on slopes unless wheels are chocked
or blocked.
Maintenance and Service
1. Before servicing or making adjustments, turn all ac-
cessories off, release pressure from accelerator pedal,
allow engine to stop, set parking brake and remove key
from the ignition switch.
2. Make sure vehicle is in safe operating condition by
keeping all nuts, bolts and screws tight.
3. Never store the vehicle or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame, such as near a water heat-
er or furnace.
4. If major repairs are ever needed or assistance is de-
sired, contact an Authorized Toro Distributor.
5. To reduce potential fire hazard, keep engine area
free of excessive grease, grass, leaves and dirt.
6. If engine must be running to perform maintenance or
an adjustment, keep clothing, hands, feet and other
parts of the body away from moving parts. Keep by-
standers away.
7. Do not overspeed the engine by changing governor
setting. To assure safety and accuracy, check maximum
engine speed.
8. Shut engine off before checking or adding oil to the
engine crankcase.
9. Disconnect battery before s ervicing the vehicle. Dis-
connect negative (--) battery cable first and positive (+)
cable last. If battery voltage is required for troubleshoot-
ing or test procedures, temporarily connect the battery.
Reconnect positive (+) cable first and negative (--) cable
last.
10.Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Protect your
face, eyes and clothing when working with a battery.
11.Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks
and flames away from the battery.
12.To assure optimum performance and continued
safety of the vehicle, use genuine Toro replacement
parts and accessories. Replacement parts and acces-
sories made by other manufacturers may result in non-
conformance with safety standards, and the warranty
may be voided.
13.When raising the vehicle to change tires or to per-
form other service, use correct blocks, hoists and jacks.
Make surevehicle is parked ona solid level surface such
as a concrete floor. Prior to raising the vehicle, remove
any attachments that may interfere with the safe and
proper raising of the vehicle. Always chock or block
wheels. Use appropriate jack stands to support the
raised vehicle. If the vehicle is not properly supported by
jack stands, the vehicle may move or fall, which may re-
sult in personal injury (see Jacking Instructions in this
section).
Safety