READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ON COUPLING IMPLEMENTS AND
ATTACHMENTS TO ATV’S
Training
It is strongly advised that all operators of ATV’s are trained by a certified training organization.
Body Protection
Remember that when riding on an ATV the only form of protection that you have is what you wear.
ALWAYS
wear a helmet, eye protection and suitable robust clothing.
Never operate an ATV or attachments while under the influence of alcohol or non-prescription drugs.
Contact your doctor before operation of an ATV or attachments while under the influence of any prescription
drugs.
ATV Manual
Before coupling any implement to your ATV refer to your ATV handbook.
Stability
When using equipment coupled to an ATV it is
very important
to remember that the handling characteristics of
your ATV will change dramatically, whether the additional load is placed on the front or rear rack or trailed on the
towing ball hitch.
Weight Capacity
Always ensure that the implement or attachment that you are coupling to
the ATV is within the ATV’s drawbar
loading or weight carrying capacity. Refer to the ATV manufacturer’s handbook to obtain information on the
specific capacities.
It is most important that you know the weight of your load, especially when on slopes or hillsides.
As a guide, on level ground with an unbraked implement, the weight of the implement should be approximately
no more than twice the un-laden weight of the ATV. This should be reduced on sloping, uneven or rough ground.
Weight Transfer
Always take great care when towing loads which may be subject to weight transfer e.g. liquids or livestock,
especially on hillsides and slopes.
Always restrict the movement of animals or rolling objects in a trailer.
