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A break-in oil for the engine is not required.
Original engine oil is the same type specified for
regular oil changes.
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Refer to
Maintenance (page 26)
for any special,
low-hour checks.
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Check the front suspension positioning and adjust
it, if necessary; refer to
.
During Operation
During Operation Safety
General Safety
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The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible
for accidents that may cause personal injury or
property damage.
•
Passengers should sit in the designated seating
positions only. Do not carry passengers in the
cargo bed. Keep bystanders and pets away from
the machine during operation.
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant
footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair and do not wear loose jewelry.
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
Operate the machine outdoors or in a
well-ventilated area only.
•
Do not exceed the maximum gross vehicle weight
(GVW) of the machine.
•
Use extra caution when operating the machine
with a heavy load in the cargo bed. The heavier
the load, the more difficult it is to turn or stop.
•
Carrying oversized loads in the cargo bed reduces
the stability of the machine.
•
Carrying material that cannot be bound to the
machine, such as a large tank of liquid, adversely
affects the steering, braking, and stability of the
machine.
•
Before you start the engine, ensure that the
transmission is in neutral, the parking brake is
engaged, and you are in the operating position.
•
You and your passengers should remain seated
whenever the machine is moving. Keep your
hands on the steering wheel; your passengers
should use the handholds provided. Keep your
arms and legs within the machine body at all times.
•
Operate the machine only in good visibility.
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other
hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the
machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. Use care
when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or
other objects that may obscure your vision.
•
Always watch out for and avoid low overhangs
such as tree limbs, door jambs, overhead
walkways, etc.
•
Look behind and down before reversing the
machine to be sure of a clear path.
•
Do not drive the machine near drop-offs, ditches,
or embankments. The machine could suddenly
roll over if a wheel goes over the edge or if the
edge gives way.
•
When using the machine on public roads, follow
all traffic regulations and use any additional
accessories that may be required by law, such as
lights, turn signals, slow-moving vehicle (SMV)
signs, and others as required.
•
If the machine ever vibrates abnormally, stop the
machine immediately, shut off the engine, remove
the key, wait for all movement to stop, and inspect
for damage. Repair all damage to the machine
before resuming operation.
•
Carry a reduced load and reduce the ground
speed of the machine when operating on rough,
uneven terrain, and near curbs, holes, and other
sudden changes in terrain. Loads may shift,
causing the machine to become unstable.
•
It can take longer to stop the machine on wet
surfaces than on dry surfaces. To dry out wet
brakes, drive slowly on level ground while putting
light pressure on the brake pedal.
•
Sudden changes in terrain may move the steering
wheel unexpectedly, which could result in hand
and arm injuries. Reduce your speed and grip
the steering wheel loosely around the perimeter,
keeping your thumbs out of the way of the steering
wheel spokes.
•
Reduce the speed when you operate the machine
with the cargo bed removed. Operating the
machine at high speed and then quickly stopping
may cause the rear wheels to lock up, which
impairs your control of the machine.
•
Do not touch the engine, transmission, muffler, or
muffler manifold while the engine is running, or
soon after you shut off the engine, because these
areas may be hot enough to cause burns.
•
Do not leave a running machine unattended.
•
Before leaving the operating position, do the
following:
– Park the machine on level ground.
– Engage the parking brake.
– Lower the cargo bed.
– Shut off the engine and remove the key.
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