Servicing Your Utility Vehicle - Cub Cadet Big Country 640 Operator's Manual

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WARNING: A loaded cargo box can be very
heavy. Do not attempt to dump a loaded
cargo box unless vehicle is equipped with an
electric lift option.
If dumping by electric lift, stop immediately
IMPORTANT:
if actuator clutch slippage occurs. Lower cargo box
completely and remove excess load by hand before
dumping.
Reconnect the tailgate to the cargo box. Do not
drive the vehicle with cargo box in the raised
position.
Loading the Cargo Box
WARNING: The utility vehicle may become
unstable
if
incorrectly. Avoid loose and shifting loads or
uneven loading of material.
Verify cargo box is latched before loading.
Securely anchor all loads in cargo box and do not
load beyond maximum capacity.
The maximum box capacity is 1000 lbs (454.5 kg).
When loading objects into vehicle, be sure load is
securely anchored and evenly distributed in cargo
box.
Do not load above height of cargo box front panel.
Load could shift forward striking driver or
passenger or cause driver to loose control of
vehicle.
Avoid loads which exceed physical dimensions of
cargo box.
Avoid concentrated loads at rear or side of cargo
box. Be sure load is distributed evenly.
Reduce load and ground speed when operating
over rough or hilly terrain. DO NOT overload
vehicle. Limit loads to those that can be safely
controlled.
SECTION 4: SERVICING YOUR UTILITY VEHICLE
Lubrication
Chain & Roller Lubrication
In dusty or dry conditions use a dry lubrication.
Lubrication with a good grade of petroleum oil.
Lubrication between the chain links and the
bushings.
Clean chains with soft wire brush to remove dirt and
then spray the chain and chain rollers with chain
lube every 20 - 40 hours.
Grease applied to the chain should be avoided.
the
cargo
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Towing Loads
WARNING: To help prevent personal injury
due to loss of control or tipping, always tow a
load slowly enough to maintain control.
Do not tow a load that exceeds 1200 lbs.(545.5 kg)
rolling weight (i.e. trailer plus cargo) and never
exceed 100lbs (45.5kg) tongue weight.
Go slow when towing a heavy load. Allow for
increased braking distance. Tow load at a speed
slow enough to maintain control.
Do not tow on slopes greater than 5°.
Be particularly cautious when towing down even a
gradual slope or turning. The extra weight tends to
push the tow vehicle and may cause you to lose
control (braking and steering ability are reduced;
loaded
towed equipment may jack-knife).
Extreme angles such as high railroad
IMPORTANT:
crossings can place high bending loads on hitch
connection. If traversing terrain where these conditions
exist, use of a ball or pintle type hitch is recommended.
Always use approved hitch and hitch point provided
for the utility vehicle. Do not modify the hitch in any
way.
Transporting Vehicle
IMPORTANT:
will occur if vehicle is towed. Haul the vehicle on a
heavy-duty trailer or on a full-size truck.
Drive utility vehicle onto the trailer or truck and
leave transaxle gearshift lever in forward or
reverse.
Apply parking brake and turn fuel shut-off valve to
OFF position during transport.
Fasten vehicle to trailer or truck with straps, chains,
or cables.
Front Axle Lubrication
Lubricate one grease fitting on each axle with 2 or 3
shots of grease every 50 hours.
Axle Shaft U-Joint
Lubricate three grease fittings on each u-joint with 2
or 3 shots of grease every 100 hours.
Rear & Center Arms
Lubricate the eight grease fittings on the rear and
center arms every 50 hours.
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Never tow the vehicle. Transaxle damage

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