Cushman Hauler 4x4 Crew Diesel 2019, Operator'S Manual

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4. Use only enough power to cross the
obstacle but still give yourself plenty
of time to react to changes in condi-
tions. Crawl over the obstacle.
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NOTE: If there is any question
about your ability to cross the
obstacle safely, you should turn
around if the ground is flat and you
have room or back up until you find
a less difficult path.
Driving in Reverse
When operating in reverse, avoid sharp
turns and backing down a hill. When
using reverse, follow these guidelines:
1. Back up slowly. It’s hard to see
behind you.
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NOTE: Avoid sudden braking
while backing up.
2. If possible, it is advisable to have
someone “spotting” for you while
backing up.
3. If you are unsure of what is behind
the vehicle, place the transmission in
park and get out and inspect the area
behind.
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NOTE: This vehicle is equipped
with a reverse limiter that is acti-
vated when the vehicle is in reverse
and 2WD. The reverse limiter will
limit the speed and RPM while driv-
ing in reverse. To override the
reverse limiter, 4WD must be
selected while in reverse.
Skidding or Sliding
If you lose control after hitting sand, ice,
mud, or water, follow these guidelines:
1. Turn the steering wheel into the direc-
tion of the slide.
2. Keep your foot off the brake until
you’re out of the skid.
3. Stop and shift into four-wheel drive.
Crossing Water
This vehicle can only operate in water up
to its floorboard. Stay away from fast-
moving rivers. This vehicle’s tires can be
buoyant. In deep water, the vehicle may
lose traction due to floating.
1. Physically check the depth and cur-
rent of the water, especially if you
can’t see the bottom. Also, check for
boulders, logs, or any other hidden
obstacles.
2. Keep speed slow while maintaining
momentum.
3. Make sure you have a way out on the
other side of the water.
4. Once you’ve cleared the water,
briefly apply the brakes to make sure
they work.
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NOTE: Light pedal pressure or
pumping the brakes for a short dis-
tance will aid in drying the brakes.
Crossing Roads
It may be necessary to cross a road or
highway. If so, note the following guide-
lines.
1. Stop completely on the shoulder of
the road.
2. Check both directions for traffic.
3. Crossing near a blind corner or inter-
section is dangerous; avoid it if at all
possible.
4. Drive straight across to the opposite
shoulder.
5. Take into account that this vehicle
could stall while crossing; give your-
self enough time to get off the road.
! WARNING
Striking hidden obstacles can cause
serious injury or death. Reduce
speed and proceed with care in unfa-
miliar terrain.
! WARNING
Do not operate this vehicle on a fro-
zen body of water unless you have
first verified the ice is sufficiently
thick to support the vehicle, cargo,
and participants. The vehicle could
break through the ice causing seri-
ous injury or death.