Can-Am Maverick Operator's Manual page 28

MOVING LOADS AND DOING WORK
off, possibly striking occupants or by-
standers; or it may shift during riding,
affecting the handling of the vehicle.
Objects that are high may affect visibil-
ity for the driver and may act as projec-
tiles in case of an accident. Loads that
protrude sideways can get snagged or
caught in bush, branches or other ob-
stacles. Avoid covering and obstruct-
ing the brake lights with the cargo.
Ensure no cargo protrudes outside the
cargo rack and that cargo will not inter-
fere with your visibility or control of the
vehicle.
Do not overload cargo rack.
Never carry gasoline container(s) or
any dangerous liquids on the cargo
rack.
Hauling a Load
(if Equipped with Hitch)
Never pull a load by attaching it to the
cage; this can cause the vehicle to tip
over. Use only the trailer hitch (if in-
stalled) to pull a load.
In an emergency situation, use the re-
covery hook to recover a stuck vehicle.
When pulling loads with a chain or ca-
ble, ensure that there is no slack before
starting and maintain tension while
pulling.
When hauling a load, respect the maxi-
mum hauling capacity. See
A TRAILER
subsection.
WARNING
Slack can cause the chain or cable
to break and snap back.
When pulling another vehicle, be sure
that someone is controlling the pulled
vehicle. They must brake and steer to
prevent the vehicle from going out of
control.
Reduce your speed when hauling a
load and turn gradually. Avoid hills and
rough terrain. Never attempt steep
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hills. Allow more distance for braking,
especially on inclined surfaces. Be
careful not to skid or slide.
Pulling a Trailer
(if Equipped with Hitch)
If a trailer is used behind the vehicle
make sure that its hitch is compatible
with the one on the vehicle. Make sure
the trailer is horizontal with the vehicle.
(In some instances a special extension
may have to be installed on the vehicle
hitch). Use security chains or cables to
secure the trailer with the vehicle.
Improperly loading a trailer may cause
loss of control. Respect the recom-
mended maximum hauling capacity
and maximum tongue load (Refer to
label on hitch). Make sure there is at
least some weight on the tongue.
Always make sure load is evenly dis-
tributed and safely secured on the
trailer; an evenly balanced trailer is
easier to control.
Always put the shift lever to L (low
range) for hauling a trailer – in addition
to providing more torque, operating
in low range helps account for the in-
creased load on the rear tires.
When stopped or parked, block the ve-
hicle and trailer wheels from possible
movement.
Use caution when disconnecting a
PULLING
loaded trailer; it or its load may topple
on you or others.
When hauling a trailer, respect the ma-
ximum hauling capacity indicated on
the label on the hitch.
SAFETY INFORMATION
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