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MOVING LOADS AND DOING WORK
Working with your Vehicle
Your vehicle can help you perform a number of different LIGHT tasks ranging
from snow removal to carrying cargo. A variety of accessories are available from
your authorized Can-Am dealer. To prevent possible injury, follow the instructions
and warnings that accompany the accessory. Always respect the load limits of
the vehicle. Overloading the vehicle can overstress the components and cause
failure. Avoid overexerting yourself if you lift or pull heavy loads or manually push
the vehicle.
Carrying Loads
Any load carried on the vehicle will affect the handling, stability and braking dis-
tance of the vehicle. Do not exceed the load limits of the vehicle, including the
weight of operator, passenger, cargo, accessories and trailer tongue weight.
LOAD LIMIT OF THE VEHICLE
285 kg (630 lb)
Includes occupants, cargo, added accessories, and
tongue weight (if applicable)
Following are examples of suitable total vehicle load distribution:
EXAMPLES OF SUITABLE VEHICLE TOTAL LOADS (LOW RANGE)
OPERATOR
AND
PASSENGER
CARGO LOAD ACCESSORIES
TONGUE
WEIGHT
TOTAL
VEHICLE
LOAD
110 kg (243 lb) 90.5 kg (200 lb) 25 kg (55 lb) 59 kg (130 lb) 285 kg (630 lb)
NOTE: When the vehicle's transmission is in high range, the combined weight on
cargo rack and tongue weight must not exceed 90.5 kg (200 lb).
To reduce the risk to lose control or the load carried, follow these recommenda-
tions.
Vehicle Settings When Carrying
Load
When the total load exceeds 195 kg
(430 lb), including weight of operator,
passenger, cargo, accessories and,
if applicable, trailer tongue weight,
inflate the tires to maximum pres-
sure 103 kPa (15 PSI) Front, 145 kPa
(21 PSI) Rear.
NOTE: When carrying heavy loads in
cargo rack readjust suspension accord-
ingly.
NOTE: When carrying heavy loads in
cargo rack or pulling a trailer operate
with the shift lever in L (low range).
Loading the Cargo Rack
NOTICE
When loading or unload-
ing, do not exceed the weight limit
of 90.5 kg (200 lb).
Load cargo as low as possible – a
higher load can raise the vehicle’s
center of gravity, which can reduce
stability. Position cargo on the rack as
evenly as possible.
Secure the load on the cargo rack. Do
not secure cargo to the cage or other
part of the vehicle. If it is not prop-
erly secured, a load may slide or fall
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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