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OPERATING PROCEDURES
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
Owner’s Guide
BEFORE INITIAL USE
Read, understand and follow the safety label on the instrument panel. Make sure you understand how to safely operate
the vehicle and its equipment.
Reckless use of this vehicle can cause severe injury or death. This vehicle is a light-duty vehicle,
NOT an All Terrain Vehicle (ATV).
Do not engage in rough or reckless operation of this vehicle.
If you do not know the terrain, make sure you prepare for unexpected occurrences. If the vehicle
gets stuck or the batteries discharge, a one-hour drive can take many hours on foot.
To prevent battery explosion, keep all flammable materials, open flame or sparks away from the
battery.
Never charge a vehicle near flammable materials, open flame or sparks. Never charge a vehicle near gas water heaters
and furnaces.
Before a new vehicle is put into operation, do the items shown in the
INITIAL SERVICE CHART
.
HOW TO OPERATE THE VEHICLE
Incorrect use of the vehicle or lack of maintenance can cause damage or decreased
performance.
Read the following warnings before you operate the vehicle.
Make sure you know the terrain and traffic conditions. Make sure you know environmental condi-
tions that change the terrain and your ability to control the vehicle. Drive the vehicle only as fast
as terrain and conditions allow.
When possible, stay in approved areas and do not drive on steep slopes.
INITIAL SERVICE CHART
Item
Service Operation
Seats
Remove the protective plastic cover.
Brakes
Check the operation.
Calculate the distance necessary to stop the vehicle for the brake
performance test.
Tires
Check air pressure (
18-22 psi
).
Fuel
Fill tank with correct fuel.
Engine
Check oil level.
General
Check for possible leaks that may have developed during shipment.
