Kubota RTV520 Operator's Manual page 12

SAFE OPERATION
7. Driving the vehicle at high speeds
• Be aware of the difference of 2WD and 4WD.
Check always the front wheel engagement carefully
before use, since the braking characteristics are
different between 2 and 4 wheel drive.
• Always slow the vehicle down before turning.
Turning at high speed may tip the vehicle over.
• Turn the headlights on.
• Drive at speeds that allow you to maintain control at
all times.
• Do not apply the differential lock while traveling at
high speeds. Locking the differential affects vehicle
control and may cause loss of control.
• Avoid sudden motions of the steering wheel as they
can lead to a dangerous loss of stability. The risk
is especially great when the vehicle is traveling at
high speeds.
8. Other miscellaneous
• Clean platform if dirty and remove any debris from
around foot controls.
• Always keep both hands on the steering wheel.
• Always keep arms and legs inside the operating
compartment.
• Never operate the vehicle while standing.
• Do not tow a cart with any riders on it.
• Never attempt wheelies, jumps or other stunts.
HAULING LOADS IN THE
CARGO BED
• No riders in cargo bed.
• Reduce cargo capacity when operating on rough or
hilly terrain.
• Do not overload the vehicle. Balance the loads
by evenly distributed and secure them properly.
Braking could shift the load and affect the vehicle
stability.
• Never operate vehicle with the cargo bed raised.
• Operate the cargo bed dump with vehicle stationary
and parking brake locked. Do not dump while
moving (if equipped).
• Operate the cargo bed dump on level ground only.
• Do not place hands or body under the cargo bed
when lowering bed.
• Braking distance increases when cargo bed is
loaded.
PARKING THE VEHICLE
• Lower all implements to the ground, place the
range gear shift in "NEUTRAL" position, set the
parking brake, stop the engine, and remove the
key.
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• Make sure that the vehicle has come to a complete
stop before dismounting.
• Avoid parking on steep slopes, if possible, park
the vehicle on a firm and flat level of surface. If
not, park across the slope, set the parking brake(s)
and always lower the attachment (if equipped) to
the ground. Stop the engine, remove the key, and
chock the wheels.
Failure to comply with the instruction in this section
may allow the vehicle to move and could cause
injury or death.
(1) Parking brake lever
TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE
• Disengage power
transporting or not in use.
• Do not tow this vehicle. Use a suitable truck or
trailer when transporting on public roads.
• Use extra care when loading or unloading the
vehicle into a trailer or truck.
• Make sure to secure the vehicle properly when
transporting.
SERVICING THE VEHICLE
Before servicing the vehicle, park it on a firm, flat
and level surface, set the parking brake, lower all
implements to the ground, place the range gear shift
lever in neutral, stop the engine and remove the key,
wear the appropriate safety gears.
• Allow the vehicle time to cool off before working on
or near the engine, muffler, radiator, and other hot
areas.
• Always stop the engine before refueling. Avoid
spills and overfilling.
• If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine
until the spill is cleaned up and vapors have
cleared.
• Refuel outdoors, do not refuel in an enclosed trailer
or building.
to attachment(s) when
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