Zap DUDE 2010 Owner's And Operator's Manual - page 10
2010
Owner and Operator’s Manual
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100 % ELECTRIC RANCH-HAND ATV
wet brakes may have reduced stopping
ability. Test your brakes after leaving water.
If necessary, apply them several times to let
friction dry out the linings.
• Always use the size and type tires
specified in this manual. Always maintain
proper tire pressure as described in this
manual.
Never modify an ATV through improper
installation or use of accessories.
• Never exceed the stated load capacity
for an ATV. Cargo should be properly
distributed and securely attached. Reduce
speed and follow instructions in this
manual for carrying cargo. Allow greater
distance for braking.
• The combined weight of the rider and any
accessories or cargo must never exceed
the vehicle’s load capacity of 285 lbs.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT
ATV SAFETY, call the Consumer Product
Safety Commission at 1-800-638-2772, SVIA
obtain, review, and follow all provincial and
municipal government acts and regulations
pertaining to owning and operating an off-
road
vehicle.
I
NSPECTION BEFORE RIDING
Failing to inspect the ATV before operating
could be hazardous. Failing to perform
proper maintenance could also be hazardous.
Failing to inspect and maintain your ATV
could increase the chances of an accident or
equipment damage. Always inspect your ATV
each time before riding, and make sure it is in
a safe operating
condition. Refer to the INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE section in this manual.
ITEMS TO CHECK
Steering Smoothness; No restriction of
movement; No play or looseness. Brakes
Proper brake lever free play; enough brake
force; Hand brake effectiveness. Proper tire
air pressure; Enough tread depth; No cracks,
rips, or other damages. Overloading could be
1-800-887-2877, or ZAP Safety Hotline
at1-800-251-4555
Beginning and inexperienced operators
should complete the certified training course
offered by SVIA (www.svia.org). They should
then regularly practice the skills learned in
the course and the operating techniques
described in the owner’s manual. For more
information about the training course,
contact an authorized ZAP ATV dealer or call
SVIA at 1-800-887-2887.
Make sure that it is legal to ride in the area
you selected. Review the local laws and make
sure you are not trespassing. Call the police if
you do not know where you can ride. Protect
your riding areas. Do not destroy plants,
trees or other vegetation. Do not litter and
do not bother wildlife.
After you have found a good place to
practice, review the control system on
your ATV before riding. Learn to find these
controls without looking for them, because
you will not have time to look for them
when you are riding. Canadian residents must