IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATION (Continued)
10.DO NOT operate machine at speeds in excess of 10 MPH with the differential lock engaged.
11.DO NOT attempt to engage differential lock while machine or wheels are moving. Completely stop machine, before engaging differential lock.
12.DO NOT attempt to turn the machine with the differential lock engaged. To avoid loss of control, slow machine and disengage the differential lock before turning.
13.Reduce speed and use extra caution in unfamiliar areas.
14.Avoid low hanging or protruding objects that may strike the operator, passenger or Operator Protective Structure.
15.Slow machine before turning. Avoid sharp turns.
16.DO NOT park machine on slopes. Avoid uphill starts. DO NOT abruptly change speed or direction on slopes. Avoid turns when descending slopes. Slow down and use extra caution when turning on slopes.
17.Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roadways.
18.DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas. Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, a deadly poison.
POWERLINKTM BY BRIGGS & STRATTON
(Not featured on all models)
The POWERLINKTM
ELECTRIC WINCH OPERATION
(Optional accessory on some models)
Every winching operation has the potential for personal injury. The manufacturer of the winch has provided detailed operating and safety instructions that have been included with utility vehicles equipped with a winch. To avoid serious injury or death, read, understand and follow all warnings and instructions in the manual, on the machine and winch before performing a winching operation.
1.Read, understand and follow all warnings and instructions in the winch operator’s manual before performing a winching operation.
ELECTRIC WINCH OPERATION (Continued)
2.The wire rope must be free of tension and the wire rope drum fully stopped before engaging or disengaging the clutch.
3.DO NOT use a recovery strap or other types of stretchable straps in a winching operation.
4.Use the hook strap to hold the hook when spooling wire rope in or out.
5.Always wear heavy leather gloves and do not allow wire rope to slide through your hands.
6.DO NOT allow a helper to operate the winch while you are handling the wire rope or hook.
7.Always keep hands and clothing clear of the wire rope, spool and hook during operation and when spooling.
8.DO NOT leave remove control (optional accessory) plugged into winch while free spooling, rigging, or not in use.
9.DO NOT use the winch as a hoist.
10.DO NOT tow the vehicle using the winch’s wire rope.
MAINTENANCE
1.DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside where fumes may reach an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as in a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliance. Allow engine to cool before storing machine in an enclosure. Store fuel container out of reach of children in a
2.Keep engine free of grass, leaves, and excess grease and oil to reduce fire hazard and overheating.
3.When draining fuel tank, drain fuel into an approved container outdoors away from open flame.
4.Check brakes each time machine is used; adjust, repair or replace as needed.
5.Condition of tires and tire inflation pressure is critical to the proper handling and braking of the machine. Inspect tires and adjust pressure before operating the machine. DO NOT operate machine with worn or deteriorated tires. Use only tires approved by manufacturer.
6.Keep all bolts, nuts, and screws properly tightened.
7.Always provide adequate ventilation when running engine. Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly poison.
8.Disconnect negative (black) cable from battery before performing maintenance or service. Unexpected cranking of engine could cause injury.
9.DO NOT work under machine without safety blocks.
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