Driving On A Slope - Hisun HS 500 Owner's Manual

4. Driving on a slope

Be cautious when riding on a slope, as this is the
main reason for loss of control, and overturn,
leading to severe injury or even death.
1. Drive in a straight line on a slope at a
low-speed.
2. Reduce weight when riding on a slope or
rough terrain.
3. Avoid the sudden application of the brakes
when you go uphill or downhill. Be more
careful when vehicle turns on a slope.
4. If you start to lose momentum or need to park
when climbing, use the hand lever brakes to
come to a stop. Release the brake and begin
to coast down the hill.
5. If do not believe you can operate the UTV
safely in reverse do not attempt to ascend the
slope any further.
6. Riding in mud, a ditch, and on slopes will
increase the risk of an overturn. Be more
cautious when operating in 4WD, vehicle
traction will increase and it is easy to misjudge
for vehicle's ability to climb a grade.
7. Drive gradually and slowly when climbing.
Avoid suddenly changes of vehicle speed or
direction.
5. Driving in harsh conditions
1. Vehicle can be operated during the day or
under good light conditions.
2. Under all conditions, both operator and
passengers should
protective equipment.
3. The Driver should slow down according to
road conditions, terrain, visibility conditions.
4. Be cautious when driving over a ditch, stone
SAFE OPERATION
wear helmet and
roads or hidden obstacles.
5. Avoid operate in the unknown depth of waters.
（water depth can not exceed axle）
6. Driving at high speed
1. Check the condition of the front and rear
wheels. Be cautious when driving over a ditch,
stone roads or hidden obstacles.
2. Pay attention to the difference of braking
performances between two and four-wheel
drive. Slow down when turning. Turning at
high speeds, may result in overturn or even
death.
3. Turn on your headlights at high speeds.
4. Drive only when the vehicle speed can be
controlled.
5. Do not use DIFF.LOCK when driving at high
speeds. This may cause loss of control of the
vehicle.
6. When driving at high speeds, sudden turning
of the steering wheel will reduce vehicle
stability. Never sharply turn the steering wheel
at high speeds.
7. Instructions for carrier
1. Never carry a passenger in the cargo area.
2. Evenly distribute the cargo to maintain proper
stability. Avoid overloading the carrier. Cargo
should be securely attached.
3. Reduce loaded weight when driving on poor
road conditions or on steep inclines.
4. Do not put your hands or your body under the
carrier when the carrier is up. Avoid driving
before securing and locking the cargo bed.
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