Simplicity UV1621BV, UVGT1621BV, UVG1621BV Transporting Machine, Water Crossing

SECTION 2 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.8TOWING (Continued)

C.To provide adequate braking when towing, the cargo bed should be loaded. Load cargo bed to approximately one half (50%) of the towed load – not to exceed 500 lb (227 kg).

D.Reduce speed when towing. Do Not tow loads in excess of 10 mph.

E.Do Not tow loads on slopes in excess of 10 degrees (18% grade).

F.Do Not attempt to turn when descending a slope while towing.

G.Do Not carry children or others on trailer or towed attachment.

H.Do Not carry a load that you cannot safely control.

I.Always attach the trailer or towed attachment to the hitch provided on the machine. Do not attempt to attach at any other point on the machine.

J.Do Not modify the hitch on the machine.

K.The trailer or towed attachment must be secured to the machine to prevent unexpected disconnect. Use approved means to connect the trailer or towed attachment to the machine in accordance with the instructions provided with the trailer or attachment. When using a ball type hitch, always use the correct size ball and latch securely.

L.Distribute load on trailer evenly and so that tongue weight does not exceed 100 lb (45 kg).

M.Do Not tow machine behind any other machine or vehicle.

2.10TRANSPORTING MACHINE

The machine will fit in the bed of most full size pick-up trucks. The truck or trailer used to transport the machine should have a rating of 3/4 ton (1500 lb/680 kg) or greater. When using ramps to load the machine, make sure that they are of sufficient capacity to support the machine weight (1230 lb/558 kg) and are positively secured to prevent slipping. The towing vehicle must be of sufficient capacity to handle the weight of the trailer and machine and comply with all applicable laws such as trailer lights and registration.

1.Do Not rely on the park brake to keep machine from moving while transporting on truck or trailer. Use straps, chains, cables or heavy ropes to secure machine to truck or trailer.

2.Do Not tow machine behind any other machine or vehicle.

WARNING

Transporting machine at highway speed may cause damage to optional accessories (windshield, sunshade, cab) or cause the hood to suddenly blow open. The machine should be backed on the vehicle or trailer. Reduce speed when transporting machine.

2.11WATER CROSSING

Operating machine in water, crossing streams, rivers, and creeks is not recommended. Fast moving water can quickly move the machine off course causing loss of control that may result in injury or death. Even shallow, still water can conceal hazards that if encountered could result in injury or death. The final drive for the machine is through a belt. A wet belt may slip, leaving the machine and occupants stranded.

WARNING

DO NOT attempt to cross water with swift currents. Depth of water must be less than 8” and must be still. Operate machine in water only if absolutely necessary. If water crossing is unavoidable, operate machine slowly and only after carefully inspecting crossing area for concealed hazards.

2.12POWERLINKTM ON-BOARD GENERATOR SYSTEM (Not All Models)

WARNING

DO NOT attempt to operate the POWERLINKTM System until you have read, understand and can follow all Important Safety and Operating Instructions in the POWERLINKTM Operator’s manual provided with your Turf Cruiser™/Trail Cruiser™ Utility Vehicle. The POWERLINKTM On- Board Generator System produces electricity that could result in death, serious injury and/or property damage if proper precautions are not followed.

The POWERLINKTM On-Board Generator System produces electricity that could result in death, serious injury and/or property damage if proper precautions are not followed. A Briggs & Stratton Operating and Safety Instruction manual has been provided with those Turf Cruiser™ & Trail Cruiser™ utility vehicles that are equipped with the POWERLINKTM On-Board Generator System. To avoid serious injury or death, read, understand and follow all warnings and instructions in the manual, on the machine and engine before using the generator system.

WARNING

The POWERLINKTM Generator is equipped with a safety interlock system. The generator speed control lever must be set all the way down to ‘SLOW’ before disengaging the parking brake or shifting the transmission from neutral. Failure to do so will cause the engine to die. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OVERRIDE, REMOVE OR MODIFY THIS SAFETY FEATURE. INJURY, DEATH, OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE MAY RESULT.

2018