Use and Care Manual

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OPERATION
OPERATION
First 50 Hours
How a new vehicle is handled and maintained determines the life
of the vehicle.
A new vehicle just off the factory production line has been, of
course, tested, but various parts are not fully aligned, so the
operator should pay more attention to operating the vehicle for
the first 50 hours at a slower speed and avoid excessive work
or operation until the various parts become “broken-in.” The
manner to which you handle the vehicle during the “breaking-in”
period greatly affects the life of your vehicle. Therefore, to
obtain the maximum performance and the longest life of the
vehicle, it is very important to properly break-in your vehicle. For
better handling a new vehicle, the following precautions should
be observed.
• Do not operate the vehicle at full speed for the first 50 hours.
• Do not start quickly nor apply the brakes suddenly.
• In winter, operate the vehicle after fully warming up
the engine.
• Do not run the engine at speeds faster than prescribed.
• On rough roads, slow down to suitable speeds.
• Do not operate the vehicle at fast speed.
The above precautions are not limited to new vehicles. However,
they should be especially observed for new vehicles.
NOTE: The lubricating oil is especially important for a new
vehicle. Various parts need time to wear and polish themselves
to the correct operating clearances. Small pieces of metal grit
may develop during the operation of the vehicle; and this may
wear out or damage the parts. Therefore, change the lubricating
oil a little earlier than would ordinarily be required. For further
details of change interval hours, see the Product care section of
this manual.
Starting the Utility Vehicle
WARNING
Seat belts reduce injury. Always wear your seat belts. The
lap-style seat belts may not provide adequate protection
for small children. Pay special attention when carrying
a child passenger. Always use the seat belts when
operating and riding in the vehicle.
GENERAL SAFETY
• RECEIVE INSTRUCTION — Entirely read this operator’s
manual. Learn to operate this vehicle SAFELY. Do not risk
INJURY or DEATH. Allow only those who have become
competent in its usage to operate this utility vehicle.
• Before starting the engine or beginning operation, be
familiar with the controls.
• Read the danger, warning and caution labels located on
the vehicle.
• To avoid the danger of exhaust fumes, do not operate the
utility vehicle in closed buildings without proper ventilation.
• Start engine only from operator’s seat. Never start the engine
while standing outside the utility vehicle.
• Make sure the shift lever is in the NEUTRAL (N) or PARK (P)
position before starting the engine.
STARTING THE ENGINE
NOTE: Do not use starting fluid or ether.
NOTE: To protect the battery and the starter, make sure that the
starter is not continuously turned for more than 5 seconds.
1. Engage the parking brake.
NOTE: The parking brake indicator is illuminated when the
parking brake is applied and turns off when it is released
(Figure 2).
2. Place the shift lever in the NEUTRAL (N) or PARK (P) position.
NOTE: The engine will not start without the gear shift in the
NEUTRAL (N) or PARK (P) position and the brake depressed.
3. Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the START
position. Release the key when the engine starts (Figure 3).
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Figure 3
NOTE: The ignition is a 4-position switch, the positions and brief
descriptions of each are below:
a. OFF — Engine is off and the key can be removed.
b. ACC — Accessories such as radio are on, but engine is off.
c. ON — Engine and all accessories are on.
d. START — Starter motor on, the key will return to the ON
position when released.
NOTE: When the ambient temperature is below -15° C (5° F), the
engine is very cold. If the engine fails to start after 5 seconds,
turn off the key for 30 seconds and start again.