Polaris Hawkeye 2x4, Owner'S Manual

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OPERATION
Hauling Cargo
WARNING
Hauling cargo improperly can alter vehicle handling and may
cause loss of control or brake instability and result in serious
injury or death. Always follow these precautions when hauling
cargo:
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REDUCE SPEED AND ALLOW GREATER DISTANCES FOR
BRAKING WHEN HAULING CARGO.
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CARGO WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION should be 1/3 on the front
rack and 2/3 on the rear rack. When operating over rough or
hilly terrain, reduce speed and cargo to maintain stable driving
conditions. Carrying loads on one rack only increases the
possibility of vehicle overturn.
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CARRY LOADS AS LOW ON THE RACKS AS POSSIBLE.
Carrying loads high on the racks raises the center of gravity of
the vehicle and creates a less stable operating condition.
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SECURE ALL LOADS BEFORE OPERATING. Unsecured
loads can create unstable operating conditions, which could
result in loss of control of the vehicle.
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OPERATE ONLY WITH STABLE AND SAFELY ARRANGED
LOADS. When handling off-centered loads that cannot be
centered, securely fasten the load and operate with extra
caution. Always attach the tow load to the hitch point
designated for your vehicle.
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HEAVY LOADS CAN CAUSE BRAKING AND CONTROL
PROBLEMS. Use extreme caution when applying brakes with a
loaded vehicle. Avoid terrain or situations that may require
backing downhill.
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USE EXTREME CAUTION when operating with loads that
extend over the rack sides. Stability and maneuverability may
be adversely affected, causing the vehicle to overturn.
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DO NOT BLOCK THE FRONT HEADLIGHT BEAM when
carrying loads on the front rack.
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DO NOT TRAVEL FASTER THAN THE RECOMMENDED
SPEEDS. Vehicle should never exceed 10 mph (16 kph) while
towing a load on a level grass surface. Vehicle speed should
never exceed 5 mph (8 kph) when towing loads in rough terrain,
while cornering, or while ascending or descending a hill.