Club Car Onward 4 Passenger Operator's Manual page 60

Vehicle Operation
7
Driving Conditions
Hauling cargo incorrectly can change the vehicles handling and may cause loss of control or brake
instability, which can cause serious injury or death.
Precautions when operating with cargo:
• Always read and understand the load distribution warnings listed on the safety labels. The total
load (operator, passenger, accessories, cargo and weight on hitch) must not exceed the
maximum weight capacity of the vehicle. Do not exceed the published capacities.
• Do not exceed the maximum weight capacity of the vehicle. When determining added weight to
the vehicle, include the weight of the operator, passenger, accessories, loads in the rack or box
and the load on the trailer tongue. The combined weight of these items must not exceed the
maximum weight capacity.
• Keep the heavy end of the vehicle uphill.
• Always load the cargo box with the load as far forward and as low as possible.
• Always operate the vehicle with extreme caution when hauling or towing loads.
• Secure all loads before operating. Unsecured loads can cause unstable operating conditions,
which could cause loss of vehicle control.
• Operate only with stable and safely arranged loads. When handling off-centered loads that
cannot be centered, correctly fasten the load and operate with extra caution. Always attach the
tow load to the hitch point designated for the vehicle.
• Heavy loads can cause braking and control problems. Use extreme caution when applying
brakes with a loaded vehicle. Avoid terrain or situations that may require backing downhill. Use
extreme caution when operating with loads that extend over the rack sides.
• Stability and maneuverability may be adversely affected, causing a roll over.
• Slow down and drive in the lowest gear available.
• Decrease speed and allow a greater distance for breaking when hauling cargo.
• When operating over rough or hilly terrain, decrease speed and cargo to maintain stable driving
conditions.
• Do not move faster than the recommended speeds. Vehicle should never exceed 10 mph (16
km/h) while towing a load on a level grass surface. Vehicle speed should never exceed 5 mph (8
km/h) when towing loads in rough terrain, while cornering, or while climbing or going down a
hill.
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ONWARD HP NON-LIFTED 4-PASSENGER ELECTRIC
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Operators Manual