SAFETY
Safety - 14
KH500 Safety Procedures
• Power unit must be set in low range for loader operation.
• The loader must be securely fastened to the power unit (front hitch and rear mounting bar) and the locking
pins on the tool mount bar must be properly engaged to secure the accessory tool prior to operation.
• Maximum angle of slope operation is 5 degrees.
• Turning reduces power unit stability.
• Due to added length and weight, allow extra distance for turning and stopping.
• Maximum load must not exceed 500 pounds (227 kg), including the bucket or other tool.
• When the loader is raised, extra caution must be used to keep the load level to prevent dumping or
throwing material back onto the power unit and/or operator.
• Do not contact overhead structures while raising the loader.
• Always carry the load low to the ground. Use extreme caution when loading, transporting, or dumping a
load that impair the operator’s line of sight.
• Lower the loader to the ground before leaving the operator’s seat.
• Additional rear counterweight must be used when operating the loader. Use a Ventrac accessory weight
bar equipped with six Ventrac weights. Accessory weight bars are listed in the introduction section of
this manual.
• Remove rear counterweight prior to detaching the loader from the power unit.
• Remove dual wheels from the power unit prior to attaching the loader. Use of dual wheels in conjunc-
tion with the loader will void the warranty on all transaxle and axle components.
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When operating loader, inflate the tires to the upper range of the recommended tire pressure for your
specific tire. Refer to the power unit operator’s manual for maximum tire pressure for each tire type.
• Check and adjust (if necessary) tire pressure after detaching the loader. Refer to power unit operator’s
manual for tire pressure specifications.
• Do not place any part of body or limbs under raised loader arms, bucket, or accessory tool at any time.
Do not allow any person to be underneath the raised loader and tool.
• Lower the loader arms completely before opening the power unit hood. Do not operate loader while the
power unit hood is open or hood may be damaged.
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Do not use the loader as a jack to raise the power unit’s front tires off the ground.
• An accessory tool must be attached to the loader before detaching from power unit.
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The loader hydraulic system may contain stored energy. Lower the loader to the ground, shut off power
unit, and relieve pressure by moving the joystick control handle forward, backward, and side to side.
• The power unit’s steering cylinder must be mounted in the outer holes in the rear frame when operating
the loader.
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