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EUV Owner’s Manual 2 May 22, 2009
Safety Guidelines (continued)
Driving (continued)
Exercise extreme caution when driving in reverse.
Keep arms and legs within the operator’s platform while driving.
Do not use the vehicle to push objects.
Perform all recommended maintenance procedures at the specifi ed intervals.
Do not operate in sand, gravel or snow.
Do not use the accelerator to hold the vehicle at a standstill on an incline.
Do not allow the tires to lose contact with the ground.
Do not overload the vehicle above its rated load or towing capacity.
Make sure the area of operation is clear of trash, litter and other foreign objects.
Proceed around low overhangs with caution. Be sure there is enough clearance for the operator’s head
and the ladder and/or backrest.
Never abruptly change direction.
Adjust speed according to the surface conditions.
Always drive directly up an incline; never across.
Remain in the operator’s position when operating the vehicle.
Do not exceed the designated passenger, load or towing capacity.
Loading and Unloading
Follow these guidelines when loading and unloading cargo:
Turn the vehicle off while loading.
Do not exceed the maximum passenger or cargo load capacity.
Carefully and evenly position all loads.
Secure cargo so that nothing can easily fall off of the vehicle.
Be extremely careful carrying loads that extend beyond the vehicle’s deck.
Towing
Follow these guidelines when towing:
Turn the vehicle off when connecting to the equipment that will be towed.
Always use a properly installed hitch. (Optional hitches are available from Wesley International. Call
800-241-2869 to order.)
Do not exceed the maximum towing capacity.
Do not exceed 5 mph when towing.
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Safety Instructions (cont’d)