Kubota RTV-X1120D, Operator'S Manual

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16 OPERATING THE VEHICLE
OPERATING THE VEHICLE
OPERATING NEW VEHICLE
How a new vehicle is handled and maintained determines
the life of the vehicle.
A new vehicle just off the factory production line has been
tested, but the various parts are not accustomed to each
other, so care should be taken to operate the vehicle for
the first 50 hours at a slower speed and avoid excessive
work or operation until the various parts become "broken-
in." The manner in which the vehicle is handled during the
"breaking-in." period greatly affects the life of your vehicle.
Therefore, to obtain the maximum performance and the
longest life of the vehicle, it is very important to properly
break-in your vehicle. In handling a new vehicle, the
following precautions should be observed.
B Do not Operate the Vehicle at Full Speed
for the First 50 Hours
A
Do not start quickly nor apply the brakes suddenly.
A
In winter, operate the vehicle after fully warming up the
engine.
A
Do not run the engine at speeds faster than
necessary.
A
On rough roads, slow down to suitable speeds.
Do not operate the vehicle at fast speed. The above
precautions are not limited only to new vehicles, but to
all vehicles. But it should be especially observed in the
case of new vehicles.
B
Changing Lubricating Oil for New
Vehicles
The lubricating oil is especially important in the case of a
new vehicle. The various parts are not "broken-in" and are
not accustomed to each other. Small pieces of metal grit
may develop during the operation of the vehicle; and this
may wear out or damage the parts. Therefore, care should
be taken to change the lubricating oil a little earlier than
would ordinarily be required. For further details of change
interval hours, see "MAINTENANCE" section.
STARTING
B
Locking and Unlocking the Door
To avoid serious injury or death:
A
Secure the doors properly.
Secure the door properly to lock. Pull up the door handle
to unlock.
1. Make sure the door is properly secured.
(if equipped)
(1) Door
(2) Door handle (A) "UNLOCK"
2. Fasten the seat belt.