Operating on Hills
WARNING
Operating the machine on a hill may cause tipping
or rolling of the machine, or the batteries may run
low and you could lose headway on the hill. This
could result in personal injury.
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Do not operate the machine on excessively steep
slopes.
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Do not accelerate quickly or slam on the brakes
when backing down a hill, especially with a load.
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If the batteries run low or you begin to lose
headway while climbing a hill, gradually apply
the brakes and slowly back straight down the
hill.
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Operate the machine slowly on a hill and use
caution.
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Avoid turning on a hill.
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Reduce your load and the speed of the machine.
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Avoid stopping on hills, especially with a load.
These extra cautions need to be taken when operating the
machine on a hill by performing the following:
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Slow down before starting up or down a hill.
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If the batteries run low or you begin to lose headway
while climbing a hill, gradually apply the brakes and slowly
back straight down the hill.
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Turning while traveling up or down hills can be dangerous.
If you have to turn while on a hill, do it slowly and
cautiously. Never make sharp or fast turns.
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Heavy loads affect stability. Reduce the weight of the load
and your speed when operating on hills or if the load has
a high center of gravity. Secure the load to prevent it from
shifting and take extra care when hauling loads that shift
easily (liquid, rock, sand, etc.).
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Avoid stopping on hills, especially with a load. Stopping
while going down a hill will take longer than stopping
on level ground. If the machine must be stopped, avoid
sudden speed changes, which may initiate tipping or
rolling of the machine. Do not slam on the brakes
when rolling backward, as this may cause the machine
to overturn.
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You can install an optional ROPS kit for operation on
hilly terrain.
Operating on Rough Terrain
WARNING
Sudden changes in terrain may cause abrupt
steering wheel movement, possibly resulting in
hand and arm injuries.
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Reduce your speed when operating on rough
terrain and near curbs.
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Grip the steering wheel loosely around the
perimeter keeping thumbs up and out of the way
of the steering wheel spokes.
Reduce the ground speed of the machine and load carried in
the machine when operating on rough terrain, uneven ground,
and near curbs, holes, and other sudden changes in terrain.
Loads may shift, causing the machine to become unstable.
If you will be using the machine on rough terrain, you can
install the optional ROPS Kit.
Loading and Dumping
WARNING
The weight of the box may be heavy. Hands or
other body parts could be crushed.
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Keep hands and other body parts clear when
lowering the box.
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Do not dump materials on bystanders.
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Do not exceed the rated weight capacity of the machine
when operating it with a load in the cargo box, when
towing a trailer, or both; refer to
(page 24)
.
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Use caution when operating the machine on a hillside or
on rough terrain, particularly with a load in the cargo box
or when towing a trailer or both.
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Use caution when carrying tall loads in the cargo box.
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Be aware that the stability and control of the machine
are reduced when the load in the cargo box is poorly
distributed.
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Carrying oversized loads in the cargo box changes the
stability of the machine.
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The steering, braking , and stability of the machine are
affected when carrying a load where the weight of the
material cannot be bound to the machine such as the
liquid in a large tank.
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Never dump a loaded cargo box while the machine is
sideways on a hill. The change in weight distribution may
cause the machine to overturn.
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When operating with a heavy load in the cargo box,
reduce your speed and allow for sufficient braking
distance. Do not suddenly apply the brakes. Use extra
caution on slopes.
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