Linhai UTV 1100D 4x4 EPS, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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Linhai UTV 1100D 4x4 EPS OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL Europe
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11. CARRYING LOADS
See also Pages 46, 49-51.
Cargo or a trailer can affect the stability and handling of the vehicle.
Use common sense and good judgment when carrying cargo or towing a trailer.
Keep the following in mind:
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Never exceed the weight limits. An overloaded vehicle can be unstable.
MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT
Cargo bed: 500 kg
Trailer hitch:
Pulling load (total weight of trailer and cargo):
520 kg on the road / 800 kg in the off-road
Tongue weight (vertical weight on trailer hitch point):
30 kg on the road / 50 kg in the off-road
 Choose a trailer hitch drawbar designed for use with a 5 cm (2 in) receiver.

Do not exceed maximum tongue weight. You can measure tongue weight with a
bathroom scale. Put the tongue of the loaded trailer on the scale with the tongue at hitch
height. Adjust the load in the trailer, if necessary, to reduce the weight on hitch. If you
are carrying cargo and towing a trailer, include the tongue weight to the maximum
vehicle load limit.
 Load cargo in the cargo bed as close to the center of the vehicle as possible and tie it
down using the cargo hooks equipped on the cargo bed.

Tie down cargo securely in the trailer. Make sure cargo in the trailer cannot move
around. A shifting load can cause an accident.
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Drive more slowly than you would without a load. The more weight you carry, the slower
you should go. Although conditions vary, it is good practice not to exceed low range
whenever you are carrying heavier loads or when towing a trailer.
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Allow more braking distance. A heavier vehicle takes longer to stop.
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Avoid making sharp turns unless at very slow speeds.
 Avoid hills and rough terrain. Choose terrain carefully. Added weight affects the stability
and handling of the vehicle.