Cub Cadet Challenger MX 750 EPS Camo Operation Manual - Page 11

Differential Lock WARNING To avoid transmission damage, injury, or turf damage, drive slow when operating utility vehicle with differential lock engaged as steering response is noticeably reduced. Also, do not drive the utility vehicle with the differential lock engaged on concrete, asphalt or any high traction surfaces. The front and rear axle differentials can be activated when the utility vehicle is stopped and the shift lever is in the NEUTRAL position. To activate either axle differential press the upper portion of the front/rear axle differential switch. To deactivate the axle differential press the lower portion of the front/rear axle differential switch. Both, one or neither of the differentials can be active. When activated the differential lock indicator display will show an "X" on the indicator as shown in Figure 3-5. OFF OFF X OFF ON ON ON X X X OFF ON Figure 3-5 Important: Engage the differential as the last option when stuck in mud or similar situation or when the left and right side wheels are turning at slightly different speeds. Loading the Cargo Bed WARNING The utility vehicle may become unstable if the cargo bed is loaded incorrectly. Avoid loose and unsecured loads or uneven loading of material. 1. Verify cargo bed is securely latched before loading. 2. Securely anchor all loads in cargo bed and do not load beyond maximum capacity. Note: The maximum box capacity is 500 lb (158 kg). 3. When loading objects into cargo bed, be sure load is securely anchored and evenly distributed. 4. Do not load above height of cargo bed. Load could shift forward striking driver or passenger or cause driver to lose control of vehicle. 5. Avoid loads which exceed physical dimensions of cargo bed. 6. Avoid concentrated loads at rear or sides of cargo bed. Be sure load is distributed evenly. 7. Reduce load and ground speed when operating over rough or hilly terrain. DO NOT overload vehicle. Limit loads to those that can be safely controlled. Raising & Lowering the Tailgate To open up the tailgate (a), pull up on the tailgate lever (b) and slowly lower the tailgate (a). To close the tailgate (a) lift the tailgate (a) and push it forward until it locks into place. See Figure 3-6. (b) (a) Figure 3-6 Raising & Lowering the Cargo Bed (Dumping Load) WARNING To prevent the possibility of bodily injury from unintentional lowering of the cargo bed, be sure vehicle is on a level and stable surface and parking brake is set before raising cargo bed. WARNING A loaded cargo bed can be very heavy. Do not attempt to dump a heavily loaded cargo bed. 1. Park the vehicle safely on level ground and set parking brake. 2. Empty heavy loads by hand. 3. For light loads, unlatch cargo bed by pulling up on one of the cargo bed release levers. While holding the cargo bed release lever forward with one hand, lift the cargo bed with your other hand. See Figure 3-7. Cargo Bed Latch Lever Lift Up Cargo Bed From Here Figure 3-7 4. Once unloaded, lower the cargo bed and securely latch it before operating the utility vehicle. Do not drive the utility vehicle with cargo bed in the raised position. Towing Loads WARNING To help prevent personal injury due to loss of control or tipping, always tow a load slow enough to maintain control. 1. Do not tow a load that exceeds 1200 lb (544 kg) rolling weight (i.e. trailer plus cargo) and never exceed 110 lb (50 kg) tongue weight. 2. Go slow when towing a heavy load. Allow for increased braking distance. Tow load at a speed slow enough to maintain control. 3. Do not tow on slopes greater than 5°. 4. Be cautious when towing downhill, even on a gradual slope or when turning. The extra weight tends to push the tow vehicle and may cause you to lose control (braking and steering ability are reduced; towed equipment may jack-knife). Important: Extreme angles such as high railroad crossings can place high bending loads on hitch connection. 5. Do not modify the hitch in any way. Loading a Utility Vehicle into a Truck or onto a Trailer WARNING Always park the truck or trailer in a flat area, set the parking brake, turn the ignition off and chock the wheels to prevent any unexpected movement while loading the utility vehicle. WARNING Fully secure the loading ramps to the truck or trailer with tie-down straps or cables to prevent the ramps from sliding off while loading. Keep bystanders and/or helpers away from ramps while loading. Due to the overall size and dimensions, loading a utility vehicle into a truck or onto a trailer is a task that requires precision and the proper equipment to be achieved safely. By following the steps outlined below you'll be able to select the proper equipment to do the job and safely load and unload your utility vehicle. Determine if your truck or trailer is sufficient for the task Loading a utility vehicle into a truck or trailer that can't support its weight is extremely dangerous. It is important that before any actual loading is done, make sure your truck or trailer and loading ramps are sufficient for loading and hauling the utility vehicle. Here are some of the variables you need to take into account: • Length and width: Measure the size of your truck or trailer by taking width and length measurements at the floor level. Compare these measurements to the width and length of your utility vehicle to make sure it will fit comfortably. • Weight Capacity: Making sure your truck or trailer can handle the payload of your utility vehicle is another critical task before any loading is done. If using a truck, the payload capacity must be a minimum of ¾ ton. If hauling on a trailer, remember that the towing capacity of the vehicle will be reduced by the added weight of the utility vehicle. • Tailgate Considerations: If the payload capacity is sufficient for hauling in a truck, the last thing left to consider is your truck's bed length. Make certain that your truck bed is long enough to allow the truck's tailgate to close completely when the utility vehicle is loaded into the truck bed. Section 3 - Controls & Operation 11