Cub Cadet 435A Operator's Manual page 11

Dumping Load
From Cargo Box
1. Back up the vehicle to the dump site and apply
parking brake.
2. Unhook the tailgate from cargo box.
3. If using an electric lift, raise cargo box to dump load
and lower box when empty.
WARNING: The center of gravity changes
as a loaded cargo box is raised. Do not
allow rear wheel to hang over the edge of
a loading dock or ravine. The cargo box
weight may shift over center and vehicle
could tip over backwards.
WARNING: A loaded cargo box can
be very heavy. Do not attempt to dump
a loaded cargo box unless vehicle is
equipped with an electric lift option.
IMPORTANT: If dumping by electric lift, stop imme-
diately if actuator clutch slippage occurs. Lower cargo
box completely and remove excess load by hand before
dumping.
4. Reconnect the tailgate to the cargo box. Do not drive
the vehicle with cargo box in the raised position.
Loading the Cargo Box
WARNING: The utility vehicle may be-
come unstable if the cargo box is loaded
incorrectly. Avoid loose and shifting loads
or uneven loading of material.
1. Verify cargo box is latched before loading.
2. Securely anchor all loads in cargo box and do not
load beyond maximum capacity.
3. The maximum box capacity is 800 lbs. (362.9 kg).
4. When loading objects into vehicle, be sure load is
securely anchored and evenly distributed in cargo
box.
5. Do not load above height of cargo box front panel.
Load could shift forward striking driver or passenger
or cause driver to loose control of vehicle.
6. Avoid loads which exceed physical dimensions of
cargo box.
7. Avoid concentrated loads at rear or side of cargo
box. Be sure load is distributed evenly.
8. 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.
Towing Loads
WARNING: To help prevent personal
injury due to loss of control or tipping,
always tow a load slowly enough to
maintain control.
1. Do not tow a load that exceeds 900 lbs.(454.5 kg)
rolling weight (i.e. trailer plus cargo) and never
exceed 100 lbs. (45.5kg) 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 particularly cautious when towing down even
a gradual slope or 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. If traversing terrain where these conditions
exist, use of a ball or pintle type hitch is recommended.
5. Always use approved hitch and hitch point provided
for the utility vehicle. Do not modify the hitch in any
way.
Transporting Vehicle
IMPORTANT: Never tow the vehicle. Transaxle damage
will occur if vehicle is towed. Haul the vehicle on a
heavy-duty trailer or on a full-size truck.
1. Once the utility vehicle is loaded onto the trailer or
truck, leave transaxle gearshift lever in forward or
reverse.
2. Apply parking brake and turn fuel shut-off valve to
OFF position during transport.
3. Fasten vehicle to trailer or truck with straps, chains,
or cables.
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Operation
WARNING
The center of gravity
changes as a loaded
cargo box is raised.
Do not allow rear
wheel to hang over
the edge of a loading
dock or ravine. The
cargo box weight
may shift over center
and vehicle could tip
over backwards.
A loaded cargo box
can be very heavy.
Do not attempt to
dump a loaded cargo
box unless vehicle
is equipped with an
electric lift option.
The utility vehicle
may become
unstable if the
cargo box is loaded
incorrectly. Avoid
loose and shifting
loads or uneven
loading of material.
To help prevent
personal injury due
to loss of control or
tipping, always tow a
load slowly enough
to maintain control.