Outlander Series
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I I . S A F E T Y
HITCH CLASS INFORMATION
Hitches come in a variety of sizes and are designated
by class. The classes range from Class II to Class IV. A
heavier load requires a larger class, which has a higher
tongue weight. Tongue weight is the amount of weight
(downward force) that the load puts on the hitch. See
figure 1.
The combined weight of your lift and mobility device
gives you the minimum tongue weight for your
application. Exceeding the tongue weight of a hitch
creates an unsafe driving situation and can damage
the hitch and/or the vehicle. See figures 2 and 3.
WARNING! Adding accessories, oversize batteries,
or a different seat will increase the weight of your
mobility device. Verify with your authorized Harmar
Dealer that the total weight of your mobility device,
including additions, does not exceed the maximum
weight allowance.
WARNING! Never exceed the maximum lifting
capacity of a lift regardless of the class of hitch
being used. Doing so may cause lift and/or vehicle
damage.
WARNING! Before installing the lift and applicable
hitch systems, check your vehicle owner’s manual
for hitch maximum tongue weight capacity. Do not
exceed the maximum tongue weight capacity of
your vehicle.
Figure 3. Vehicle Damage
Figure 2. Unsafe Driving Situation
Figure 1. Tongue Weight Pressure Point
NOTE: Check vehicle manufacturer recommended tongue weight capacity prior to lift installation.
HITCH CLASS
Class
Lb
Kg
Class II
Hitch has a maximum tongue weight of
300 lb
136 kg
Class III
Hitch has a maximum tongue weight of
500 lb
227 kg
Class IV
Hitch has a maximum tongue weight of
1000 lb
455 kg
