Textron ST480, Owner'S Manual & Service Manual

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OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
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Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings
injury or death. Charging must take place in an area that is
adequately ventilated (minimum of 5 air exchanges per hour).
To reduce the chance of battery explosion that could result in
severe injury or death, never smoke around or charge batter-
ies in an area that has open flame or electrical equipment that
could cause an electrical arc.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS
As a responsible user, practice respect for all wildlife and their habitat.
Respect private property and comply with all local laws and regulations
governing the use of light duty utility vehicles. Do not tamper with the
exhaust system or governor. The exhaust system has been tuned to
the engine for maximum performance. Removal or modification of the
exhaust is annoying to other people and will not improve the perfor-
mance of the vehicle.
To prevent severe injury or death
while driving, be aware of the follow-
ing:
Environmental hazards such as steep slopes, overhanging
limbs, etc.
Danger of fire when vehicle is operated over dry combusti-
ble organic material.
When driving, be aware of environmental hazards such as steep
slopes, overhanging limbs, etc. Be aware of the danger of fire when the
vehicle is operated over dry combustible organic material.
OPTIONAL WINCH
This vehicle may be equipped with an optional winch. Read, under-
stand and follow all of the following information on the operation and
use of the winch before attempting to operate it.
OPERATION OF THE WINCH
The winch can be mounted at the front or rear of the vehicle and
moved to accommodate different situations. At the front, it is mounted
under the center of the front cowl to a bracket attached to the front axle
as shown (Ref Fig. 2 on page 3-4). At the rear, the winch is mounted
upside down in the hitch receiver.
If mounting winch at rear of vehicle, the winch must
be mounted upside down.
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Fig. 2 Winch Mounted to Vehicle
Front Axle
Clevis Pin
Spring Pin
Winch shown mounted at front of vehicle