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OPTIONAL LOADING RAMPS
1.
Lay the Loading Ramps out to the side or
rear of the Swivelwheel-46 system as shown
below. The two side ramps have red fingers
that extend over the deck edge. The center
ramp has an aluminum plate that extends
over the deck edge.
2.
All ramp sets come with safety straps.
Follow the inserted instructions with the
straps to keep the ramps from moving while
in use.
3.
The two outside ramps have a load rating of
750 pounds. The center ramp has a load
rating of 1500 pounds. This is sufficient for
any full size motorcycle.
If so desired, you could transport two ATV’s with
the system. By dropping the tailgate, one ATV may
be loaded into the pickup bed. Close the tailgate and
load the second unit onto the Swivelwheel-46.
LOADING THE PLATFORM
1.
Always load and unload on level ground. A
good starting point is to level the deck on
the hitch bar, then drop it down one hole so
that the deck is slightly lower in the front
than the rear. As the deck is loaded, the
deck will lower slightly. You want the deck
as level as possible when fully loaded. If you
cannot achieve a level deck, it is better to
have the deck slightly lower in the front
than the rear.
2.
Make sure that the systems suspension and
wheel are in the trailing position. This will
reduce the amount of drop in the rear of the
deck while loading. If the tire is turned
around to the front of the system the deck
will lower more due to the leverage applied
to the rear of the system.
3.
When using loading ramps, make sure that
the ramps are secure to the Swivelwheel
platform before loading. Do not use
unneeded power when loading to keep the
loading ramps from shooting out from under
the wheels.
4.
Ride onto the platform slowly in order to
keep your balance especially with a
motorcycle. Be aware of the opposite end of
the platform. Do not ride off of the opposite
