Land Pride 710-040M Operation Manual - page 19
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Section 4 Operating Instructions
4200ATR Light Utility Vehicle 710-040M
Table of Contents
public roads or right of ways to gain access to work or
recreation sites, but don’t get in the way of faster traffic
and cross quickly and safely.
7.
Land Pride Vehicles are capable of making
intermittent stream crossings where the depth of the
water briefly comes into contact with the bottom of the
floorboards, but you must keep these considerations
in mind. You must know how deep the water is and the
strength of the current. Cross where you have a
gradual incline for entry and exit and the bottom is
fairly clean and free of obstacles. Maintain a slow
steady speed disturbing the stream bed as little as
possible. If you submerge the torque converter and
drive belt, you will lose forward momentum and power.
If you submerge the engine or the whole vehicle, do
not attempt to start the vehicle but take it to your
nearest dealer immediately. After intermittent stream
or shallow water stand crossings, dry out the brake
linings and CVT drive belt by slightly accelerating the
engine rpm while riding the brakes momentarily until
full drive power and braking are restored.
8.
Backing up in an off-road situation might seem a
simple thing to do to a novice, but having to back down
a hill is a very dangerous situation. If you are on level
ground always look behind you and back up slowly. If
you find yourself having to back down a hill, apply the
brakes very lightly. Hard braking can cause total loss
of control and a rollover situation. Try to back straight
down the hill without turning. Turning in this situation
can also cause a rollover.
9.
Whenever possible, park your vehicle on a level
surface with the transfer case in gear, set the park
brake, and remove the key. If you do have to park on a
hillside make to sure chock the rear wheels on the
downhill side to prevent a roll away. It’s a good idea to
keep your spare key stashed separately.
10. Never operate a vehicle under the influence of drugs
or alcohol. When you’re driving off-road vehicles you
need to keep your senses keen and capable of quick
reaction, sharp perception, and good balance.
11. Working or recreation in the deep wilderness or on the
prairies can be personally rewarding and very
enjoyable to those who truly love and understand
nature and the outdoors. Good judgement, maturity,
proper preparation, and planning can turn these
adventures into great experiences you’ll talk about for
a lifetime. Share these adventures with young people
whenever you can and show them how to do it right
and how to “Tread Lightly”. Don’t let anyone under 16
operate this vehicle. They just aren’t mature and
experienced enough to take on the serious
responsibility of operating a vehicle in the off-road
environment without the benefit of an experienced
adult with them. Remember the only one who can
prevent and avoid an accident is the operator in
control and that’s you!