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Operator Manual
MB-280-02
Loading Cargo
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Use only Taylor-Dunn approved rear cargo
accessories.
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Do not exceed the load capacity of the vehicle.
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All cargo should only be transported in the
designated cargo area of the vehicle and evenly
distributed with the center of gravity close to the
center of the cargo area.
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Do not load cargo in the passenger compartments.
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The cab (optional) is not designed to carry any cargo. Do not mount roof racks or cargo
carriers to the roof of the cab.
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All cargo should be secured to prevent falling from the vehicle or shifting position while the
vehicle is in motion.
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Do not transport cargo that is wider than the vehicle.
• Cargo consisting of fluid in tanks should have fluid baffles in the tank to help reduce
sloshing and shifting load weight.
Transporting Pets
Pets should only be transported in a pet carrier that is securely tied down on the rear cargo deck.
DO NOT transport or load cargo in the front passenger area or leave loose items on the
front floorboard. Cargo placed in the front passenger area may interfere with the driver
causing loss of control of the vehicle and result in a collision or accident with severe injury.
WARNING
DO NOT transport passengers in
the cargo area. All passengers must
be seated in the available seats, one
passenger per seating position.
WARNING
Vehicle
Load Capacity, Definition
The rated maximum load capacity of a vehicle is the load carrying capacity of the
standard
model.
The maximum load is on the vehicle’s data plate.
Occupants and optional equipment added to the vehicle at time of manufacture or installed after
delivery by the dealer or user reduces the capacity.
Example: Standard Load Capacity = 3,000 pounds:
3,000 - Driver (200) - Steel Cab/Doors Option (300) - Cargo Box (400) = 2,100 pounds maximum
load on deck. Add a passenger and the maximum load is reduced to 1,900 pounds.
The definition of maximum load is the maximum weight than can be carried on a vehicle under ideal
conditions. There are many conditions that will reduce the maximum safe load a vehicle can carry.
Some of these conditions are, but not limited to:
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Uneven road surface.
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Tall loads.
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Wide loads.
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Long loads.
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Liquid loads (sloshing).
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Traveling up or down grades.
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Traveling across grades.
The rated capacity assumes the load has a low center of gravity and is centered on the deck. As
example: A 20 foot tall, 3,000 pound statue on the deck of a 3,000 pound capacity vehicle is not
approved.
Liquid loads sloshing around in a tank will shift the center of gravity and may result in stability and
braking issues. Liquid loads must be secured and have fluid baffles in the tank to help reduce
shifting load weight due to sloshing.
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