Use and Care Manual

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SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
GENERAL OPERATION
1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the vehicle
and in the manual before attempting to operate or service
vehicle. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and
regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.
2. This is an off-highway utility vehicle and it should not be
operated on public highways. Know and comply with all laws
and regulations governing the use of off-highway vehicles
in your area.
3. This vehicle handles and maneuvers differently than a normal
passenger car. Sharp high speed turns and abrupt maneuvers
can cause vehicle to roll over or go out of control. Slow down
when turning and avoid abrupt maneuvers.
4. Handling and maneuvering characteristics of vehicle change
depending upon cargo load. Heavy loads affect steering,
braking, stability, and overall handling of vehicle.
5. Be familiar with all instructions and controls and their proper
operation before starting vehicle.
6. Never allow adults to operate this vehicle without
proper instruction.
7. Never allow children under 16 years old to operate this
vehicle. Children 16 years old and over should read and
understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this
manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent
unless driver has obtained a state-issued motor vehicle
driver’s licence.
8. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
This vehicle is not intended for use on any public roadway.
9. Do not operate this vehicle while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
10. Never carry more than one passenger. This vehicle is designed
to carry the driver and one passenger only. No riders are
allowed in cargo box or anywhere else on vehicle, except in
the driver and passenger seats.
11. Keep all body parts (i.e. head, arms, hands, legs, feet) inside
vehicle when vehicle is in motion.
12. Always remain seated and keep both hands on the steering
wheel when driving the vehicle.
13. Sit on the center of the seat and keep both feet within
the foot platform perimeter. Clean foot platform if dirty
and remove any debris from around foot controls, e.g.
brake pedal.
14. Do not misuse the vehicle. Reckless operation can lead to
accidents, severe bodily injury or death.
15. Inspect area around vehicle before moving, especially in
reverse. Back up slowly. Always look down and behind
before and while backing to avoid a back-over accident. Keep
bystanders out of area.
16. Avoid driving through water, since loss of control may occur.
Drive belt may slip if exposed to water thus reducing vehicle
pulling power and stopping vehicle entirely. Water depth
should not exceed 15” (38 cm).
17. Always use vehicle lights while operating in low
light situations.
18. Do not mount or leave vehicle while it is in motion or in
actual operation.
19. Avoid sudden starts, stops, or turns and always use a level
turn-around area.
20. Never leave vehicle unattended with the engine running.
Move the shift lever to “PARK” position, turn ignition key to
the “OFF” position and remove the key.
21. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under low
hanging tree branches, wires, power lines, bridges, before
entering or leaving buildings, or in any other situation where
the operator and/or occupant protection structure (OPS) may
be struck, which could result in serious injury.
22. Always use the occupant protection structure (OPS) and
seat belt for safe operation. Overturning the utility vehicle
without an OPS, or with an OPS and the seat belt unfastened,
can result in death or injury.
23. Always use the seat belt and never remove the occupant
protection structure (OPS) or operate the vehicle without
the OPS.
WARNING
This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal
safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before
attempting to operate this vehicle. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
When you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING!
DANGER
This vehicle was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in this manual. As with any type of off-
highway utility vehicle, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. Failure to observe the
following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.