Operator`s manual

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
425
Axle Fork Lift Method
DO NOT tow the vehicle from the axle. Towing the
vehicle by the axle will cause scarring and resultant
damage to the axle and void warranty.
When lifting a vehicle with an under lift boom, care
must be taken not to damage the engine's oil pan. It
may also be necessary to remove the front fairing.
This is an alternative method for towing the vehicle, but it requires
SPECIAL forks (see illustration showing designated lift points). The
following procedure must be used:
앫 Place a block of wood on top of the boom and lift the vehicle in
order to place spacers under tires. This will provide sufficient
room under the axle to locate forks in the proper position.
앫 Install the fork in the boom properly with the angled arm of the
fork facing forward.
앫 Position the forks directly under the center of the bottom axle
wraps, and lift vehicle. The indentions in the center of the wrap
will locate the forks and maintain their position.
앫 When securing the vehicle to the boom, use (preferably) nylon
safety straps. Chains have a tendency to bind and may cause
damage to the axle.
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