Warning, Operation, Hauling cargo – Polaris Scrambler 500 User Manual
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OPERATION
Hauling Cargo
Hauling cargo improperly can alter vehicle handling and may cause
loss of control or brake instability and result in serious injury or
death. Always follow these precautions when hauling cargo:
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REDUCE SPEED AND ALLOW GREATER DISTANCE FOR
BRAKING WHEN HAULING CARGO.
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CARGO WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION should be 1/3 on the front
rack and 2/3 on the rear rack. When operating over rough or hilly
terrain, reduce speed and cargo to maintain stable driving condi-
tions. Carrying loads on one rack only increases the possibility of
vehicle overturn.
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LOADS MUST BE CARRIED AS LOW ON THE RACKS AS
POSSIBLE. Carrying loads high on the racks raises the center of
gravity of the vehicle and creates a less stable operating condi-
tion. When cargo loads are carried high on the racks, the weight
of the loads must be reduced to maintain stable operating condi-
tions.
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ALL LOADS MUST BE SECURED BEFORE OPERATING. Un-
secured loads can create unstable operating conditions, which
could result in loss of control of the vehicle.
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OPERATE ONLY WITH STABLE AND SAFELY ARRANGED
LOADS. When handling off-centered loads that cannot be cen-
tered, securely fasten load and operate with extra caution. Al-
ways attach the tow load to the hitch point designated for your
vehicle.
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HEAVY LOADS CAN CAUSE BRAKING AND CONTROL PROB-
LEMS. Use extreme caution when applying brakes with a loaded
vehicle. Avoid terrain or situations that may require backing
downhill.
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EXTREME CAUTION MUST BE USED when operating with
loads extending over the rack sides. Stability and maneuverabili-
ty may be adversely affected, causing the machine to overturn.
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DO NOT BLOCK THE FRONT HEADLIGHT BEAM when carry-
ing loads on the front rack.
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DO NOT TRAVEL FASTER THAN THE RECOMMENDED
SPEEDS. Vehicle should never exceed 10 mph (16 kph) while
towing a load on a level grass surface. Vehicle speed should
never exceed 5 mph (8 kph) when towing loads in rough terrain,
while cornering, or while ascending or descending a hill.
WARNING