Hauling Cargo - Axis E1 Owner's Manual

Hauling Cargo

WARNING
Hauling cargo improperly can alter vehicle handling and may cause loss of control or brake instability,
which can result in serious injury or death. Always follow these precautions when hauling cargo:
Never exceed the maximum weight capacity of the vehicle. When determining the weight you are
adding 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.
REDUCE SPEED AND ALLOW GREATER DISTANCES FOR BRAKING WHEN
HAULING CARGO.
Always load the cargo box with the load as far forward and as low as possible.
When operating over rough or hilly terrain, reduce speed and cargo to maintain stable
driving conditions.
Always operate the vehicle with extreme care when hauling or towing loads.
Slow down and drive in the lowest gear available.
SECURE ALL LOADS BEFORE OPERATING.
Unsecured loads can create unstable operating conditions, which could result in loss of
control of the vehicle.
OPERATE ONLY WITH STABLE AND SAFELY ARRANGED LOADS.
When handling off-centered loads that cannot be centered, securely fasten the load and operate with
extra caution. Always attach the tow load to the hitch point designated for your 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 rollover.
DO NOT TRAVEL 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 ascending or descending a hill.
The HS5D-EV has been designed to carry or tow specific capacities. Always read and understand
the load distribution warnings listed on the warning labels. Move the drive mode switch to low mode if
needed. See page 24.
The total load (operator, passenger, accessories, cargo and weight on hitch) must not exceed the
maximum weight capacity of the vehicle. Never exceed the following capacities.
Maximum Capacities
(Level Ground)
855lbs.(389kg)
OPERATION
Cargo Box
500lbs.(227kg)
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