Cuv Break-In Period - Yerf-Dog Retriever 4x2 Owner's Manual

Retriever VEHICLE BREAK-IN PERIOD
The break-in period for your Retriever vehicle is the time it takes for the vehicle to use up the first full
tank of gasoline. This break-in period is vital to the efficiency, performance and long engine life.
CAUTION
Do not operate at full throttle or high speeds for extended periods during the first 3 hours
of driving. Excessive heat can build up and cause damage to close-fitted engine parts.
1. Drive slowly at first. Operate in an open area to familiarize yourself with the Retriever
vehicle's operation and handling.
2. Vary the throttle position by changing the pressure on the accelerator pedal.
3. Perform regular checks on fluid levels, controls, and all important areas on the vehicle
as outlined on the pre-ride checklist.
No one should drive the vehicle without first being instructed in the proper operation and use of vehicle
controls. An experienced operator should accompany each first-time driver on a test drive before
allowing the driver to operate the vehicle alone.
To ensure safe operation of the vehicle, follow exactly and in order, all of the following procedures.
Read and understand all instructions prior to driving the vehicle.
STARTING THE VEHICLE
1. Read warning and loading decals on dash and firewall.
2. Be sure load, if any, is secure.
3. Study and understand controls.
4. Be sure passenger is seated. Driver should have both hands on the steering wheel.
5. Always fasten seat belts when operating vehicle.
6. Make sure wheels are turned in desired direction and nothing is in your path.
7. Make sure the shifter handle is in the NEUTRAL position.
8. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
9. Turn the key clockwise and hold, activating the choke as necessary (NOTE: This is a short
pull choke. Take extra precaution not to over pull choke.), until the engine is running
smoothly. The engine will idle in neutral.
10. While keeping the brake pedal engaged, select direction of travel by placing shift handle in
desired position (F = forward or R = reverse). Engine must be at idle before moving the shift
handle.
11. Release the brake pedal completely, and then slowly depress the accelerator pedal. Disengage
the parking brake and the vehicle will start to move. As the accelerator is depressed, speed
will increase until full speed is reached. See following WARNING.
WARNING
• Operator must always control vehicle speed, especially when going downhill.
• Never shift the vehicle out of FORWARD while going downhill. If you do, you will not be
able to shift into REVERSE or back into FORWARD until stopped, which could result in
severe injury or death.
• Depress the brake pedal as necessary and depress the accelerator pedal partially when
descending a hill.
• With the accelerator pedal partially depressed, the governor will cause the engine to
assist the brakes in controlling downhill speed.
Yerf-Dog Retriever CUV Owners Manual
Model# 34851 • Revision C - 2/05
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