GENERAL OPERATION
Operation - 27
AVOID ENGINE DAMAGE!
Vanguard gasoline engines are rated for a
maximum angle of operation of 25° for continuous
use (all directions) and 30° for intermittent use.
Exceeding the engine’s rated angle of operation
may result in damage to the engine.
Maintain suf
fi
cient fuel in tank to ensure continuous
operation.
Cease operation if power unit stability is question-
able, or if the operator is uncomfortable or unsure of
continuing safely.
Attachments can affect the stability of the power unit.
Each attachment will affect the power unit differently.
Increase the amount of weight being transferred to
the power unit from the attachment while operating
on slopes. See Weight Transfer section.
Always operate carefully and in a manner that does
not compromise safety.
Always wear seat belt!
Refer to following illustrations for power unit capabil-
ity with different equipment options.
20 degrees max. with-
out dual wheels or
wheel extensions
30 degrees maximum
forward & reverse
25 degrees max. with
3” wheel extensions
30 degrees max. with
dual wheels
T
OWING
OR
P
USHING
THE
P
OWER
U
NIT
ATTENTION: Avoid damage to your
power unit! Before towing, read and under-
stand the information below. Severe damage
will occur to unit if proper towing procedure
is not followed.
Failure to place the transaxles in neutral when
towing or pushing the power unit may result in
damage to the power unit drivetrain.
If the power unit needs to be moved without the
engine running, it is important to remember to place
the transaxles in neutral by shifting the high/low
range shift handle to the middle of the shift stroke.
With the transaxles in neutral and the parking brake
disengaged, the power unit can freewheel. Use
extreme caution when towing or pushing the power
unit; steering may not function. Do not exceed 5
mph (8 km/h).
