Carrying Loads - Honda HP250 Owner's Manual

Load carrying safety
To avoid accidents or overturning:
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Observe the load limits described on page 27.
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Do not stack the load so that the power carrier becomes top-heavy and
unstable.
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Carry only lightweight loads when the carrier side rails are extended.
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Do not allow the load to protrude from the power carrier or block visi-
bility.
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Secure the load to the tie-down hooks with strong ropes or straps.
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:Before operating the power carrier, check that the carrier bed is iodked.
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When operating the power carrier on ground that is soft or uneven, reduce
speed and exercise extra care.
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Use low (1) gear and LO throttle positjon when descending steep slopes.
Never descend slopes in reverse gear. -
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Exercise extra care when starting, stopping, or changing the direction of
the power carrier while operating it on slopes.
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Do not carry IoadS on upward slopes greater than 25" or downward slopes
greater than 15".
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