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OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
1. At the beginning of each season, lubricate, with a light
machine oil, the latch, the latch pivot bolt, and the area
of the axle where the draw bar tongue pivots .
2. Grease or oil the wheel bearings periodically. Use
automotive wheel bearing type grease or 20 weight
oil.
3. Keep tires filled to the recommended tire pressure of
12-14 psi.
1. Refer to the vehicle owners manual for instructions on
safe operation on slopes.
2. Use the slope guide provided on page 7 of this manual
to determine if slope angle is too steep for safe
operation.
3. For best handling and traction, distribute the weight of
the load evenly in the cart.
4. Always test to make sure your tractor has adequate
towing and braking capabilities whenever hauling a
substantial amount of weight in your cart. Use extra
caution when operating on slopes.
Do Not Exceed 500 Lb. Weight Capacity Of Cart
One cubic foot of dirt weighs approximately 80 lbs.
5. To dump material from the cart, remove the tailgate (1)
by lifting it straight up and out from between the guides.
Release the spring latch on the tongue by pulling the
latch lock lever (13) forward, away from the cart. The
cart bed will then tilt backwards to empty its contents.
After emptying, pull the front of the bed down toward the
cart tongue until the latch lock lever snaps into place.
Replace the tailgate if desired.
6. The maximum towing speed for this cart is 10 m.p.h.
IMPORTANT!
CAUTION:
To avoid possible injury, before
releasing the latch be sure that no one is
near the cart.
CAUTION:
Vehicle braking and stability may
be affected with the addition of an accessory
or an attachment. Be aware of changing
conditions on slopes.
SAFETY RULES
Remember, any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or if the user does not understand how to operate
the equipment. Exercise caution at all times when using power equipment.
1. Read this owners manual before attempting to assemble or operate the cart.
2. Read the vehicle owners manual and know how to operate your tractor, before using the cart attachment.
3. Do not at any time carry passengers in this cart. It has not been designed to carry passengers.
4. Never allow children to operate the tractor or the cart attachment.
5. Do not allow adults to operate the tractor or cart attachment without proper instructions.
6. Always begin with the transmission in first (low) and gradually increase speed as conditions permit.
7. Tow the cart at reduced speed over rough terrain and hillsides or near creeks and ditches to prevent tipping over and
loss of control. Do not drive too close to a creek or ditch.
8. Vehicle braking and stability may be affected with the attachment of this cart. Do not fill cart to maximum weight capacity
without checking the capability of the towing vehicle to safely pull and stop with the cart attached.
9. Before operating vehicle on any grade (hill) refer to the safety rules in the vehicle owner's manual concerning safe
operation on slopes. Refer also to the slope guide on page 7 of this manual.
Stay off steep slopes!
10. Do not tow this cart on highways or on public thoroughfares.
11. Maximum towing speed is 10 m.p.h.
12. Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions as outlined in this manual.
CAUTION:
Vehicle braking and stability may
be affected with the addition of an accessory
or an attachment. Be aware of changing
conditions on slopes.
Look for this symbol to point out important
safety precautions. It means —
ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT!
Your safety is involved.
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