Loading and Unloading Cargo
WARNING
persons are clear of cargo bed area. Keep hands clear of all crush areas. Do not drop cargo bed; lower gently and keep entire body clear. Failure to heed this warning could result in severe personal injury or death.
NOTE: HUV 4421 gas and diesel vehicles are equipped with an automatically engaging prop rod (Figure 11), unless equipped with the electric bed lift accessory.
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Figure 10 Bed Latch | Figure 11 Prop Rod |
LOADING AND UNLOADING CARGO
WARNING
•Firmly engage park brake before loading vehicle.
•Do not allow riders in the cargo bed.
•Reduce vehicle load and speed when driving up or down slopes or on uneven terrain.
•Do not exceed rated vehicle capacity. Rated capacity is for level surfaces only.
•Overloading can affect vehicle handling or cause component failure, resulting in loss of control of vehicle and possible severe personal injury or death.
•Do not load tailgate. The tailgate should be in the upright position and latched securely while the vehicle is in motion.
•To help avoid shifting vehicle load and possibly overturning the vehicle, avoid sudden starts, sudden stops and abrupt turns. Make sure cargo is well secured.
•Avoid
•The cargo’s center of gravity may affect handling, steering, and braking of the vehicle. When the vehicle is loaded, reduce speed and drive slowly in turns.
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