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5.8
TOWING THE VEHICLE _____________________________________________________
!
WARNING
To prevent injury or vehicle damage, the following
guidelines should always be followed.
• Never accelerate or stop suddenly when towing
a vehicle.
• Never change the direction of the vehicle
abruptly or make sharp turns on an incline
when towing a vehicle.
• Never tow the vehicle faster than 5 m.p.h. (8
km/h). Towing at excessive speed could cause
either vehicle to lose proper steering control.
• Adjust your speed for weather and surface
conditions when towing (rain, snow, ice, hills,
etc.).
If for any reason the vehicle needs to be towed, follow the
procedures below.
1. If towing the vehicle with a tow-rope or chain, an
operator is required to steer the vehicle and to control
the brakes.
2. Attach a tow-roper only to the front vertical frame
member on either side of the vehicle.
3. Shift transmission to Neutral and release parking
brake.
5.9
HILLSIDE OPERATION _____________________________________________________
!
WARNING
To minimize the possibility of overturning, the safest
method for operating on hills and terraces is to travel
up and down the face of the slope (vertically), not
across the face (horizontally). Avoid unnecessary
turns, travel at reduced speeds, stay alert for hidden
hazards, and drop offs. The large liquid payload
reacts differently during vehicle movement, than an
equal sized dry load. Liquid moving inside the tank can
cause an unbalanced load that could tip the vehicle.
is heavy equipment that could cause serious injury or
death to the operators and/or bystanders if used
improperly or overturned.
The utility vehicle has been designed for good traction
and stability under normal operating conditions; however,
use caution when operating on slopes, especially over
4. Slowly drive towing vehicle forward until tow-line is
pulled tight.
5. While towing, try to keep the tow light taught at all
times. Be careful going down inclines and turning
corners.
A Front Bumper Accessory (Part No. 894778)
is available for use with the Spraytek. If a
Front Bumper is mounted to your vehicle,
make sure to follow the instructions included
with the bumper for proper connection of the
chain or tow rope.
rough terrain or when the grass is wet. Wet grass
reduces traction and steering control.
1. If the vehicle tends to slide or the tires begin to
"mark" the turf, angle utility vehicle into a less steep
grade until traction is regained or tire marking stops.
2. If vehicle continues to slide or mark the turf, the
grade is too steep for safe operation. Do not make
another attempt to climb, back down slowly.
3. When descending a steep slope, always lower
implements to the ground to reduce the risk of utility
This
vehicle overturning.
4. Correct tire pressure is essential for maximum
traction. [See 5.10]
5. Use caution when changing speeds and/or direction
on slopes. The large liquid payload reacts differently
during vehicle movement. Liquid moving inside the
tank can cause an unbalanced load that could tip
the vehicle.
OPERATION
Tow Line Attachment
Figure 5B
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