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MAINTENANCE
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
Owner’s Guide
COMMON SENSE OPERATION
THIS VEHICLE IS NOT A TOY.
If not operated properly and responsibly, it can cause severe injury or death to the oper-
ator, passengers or bystanders. All operators should possess a valid drivers license. Children should not be permitted to
operate the vehicle since they may not have the skill, judgment or strength to operate this or similar vehicles.
Alcohol, drugs and many over the counter medications reduce the ability of the driver to operate the vehicle safely.
Always review side effects of any medication with a doctor or pharmacist before operating vehicle.
When driving at full speed on dirt road, loose surface or wet grass, the distance required to stop vehicle will increase. If
the vehicle is fully loaded, it will require more distance to stop than with no load. When operating vehicle in wet weather
conditions, remember that the brakes may need to be
lightly
applied in order to provide enough friction to dry the brake
unit. Wet brakes lose much of their effect.
Slow down when in unfamiliar terrain. Slow down when cresting a hill in an unfamiliar area.
Some hills are too steep to climb. If attempting to climb a hill that is too steep or if unable to achieve adequate traction,
do not attempt to turn around on the hill. Slowly back straight down the hill using the service brake to control
speed.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS
Respect all wildlife and their habitat.
Respect private property and comply with local laws and regulations governing the use of light
duty utility vehicles.
To prevent severe injury or death while driving, be aware of the following:
Environmental hazards such as steep slopes, overhanging limbs, etc.
Danger of fire when vehicle is operated over dry combustible organic material.
When operating vehicle, be aware of environmental hazards such as steep slopes, overhanging limbs, etc. Be aware of
the danger of fire when the gasoline powered vehicle is driven over dry combustible organic material.
REPAIR
Some servicing operations may require the front wheels, the rear wheels, or the entire vehicle to be raised.
To reduce the possibility of severe injury or death from a vehicle falling from a jack:
Use caution since the vehicle is extremely unstable during the lifting process.
Be sure the vehicle is on a firm and level surface for the lifting process.
Never get under a vehicle while it is supported by a jack only.
Use jack stands and test stability of the vehicle on stands prior to getting underneath.
Place chocks in front and behind wheels not being raised.
