OWNER’S GUIDE HAULER 1200X 653035 – ISSUED AUGUST 2016 Read and comply with all of the instructions and safety precautions in this manual and on all product labels. Failure to follow the safety precautions could result in serious injury or death. CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Posted in accordance with Proposition 65 and California Health and Safety Code Section 25249.5, et seq. Never modify the vehicle in any way that will alter the weight distribution of the vehicle, decrease its sta- bility or increase the speed beyond the factory specifications. Such modifications can cause serious per- sonal injury or death. The manufacturer, TEXTRON SPECIALIZED VEHICLES (TSV Augusta), prohibits and disclaims responsibility for any such modifications or any other alteration which would adversely affect the safety of the vehicle. OWNER’S GUIDE GASOLINE HAULER 1200X Starting MODEL YEAR 2017 CONTACT INFORMATION Textron Specialized Vehicles, Inc. 1451 Marvin Griffin Road. Augusta, Georgia, USA 30906-3852 North America: Technical Assistance & Warranty PHONE: 1-800-774-3946 Service Parts PHONE: 1-888-438-3946 International PHONE: 001-706-798-4311 [email protected] 1 WELCOME Thank you for purchasing this vehicle. Before driving your new vehicle, read this owner’s manual to familiarize your- self with safe driving practices, operation, features and controls. This manual contains instructions for minor maintenance only. Information about major repairs can be found in the repair manual. Your dealer has thorough knowledge of your vehicle and wants your total satisfaction with your pur- chase. We recommend you return to your dealership for all of your service needs during, and after the warranty period. Repair or replacement parts can be purchased from your dealer or through the manufacturer’s parts and accessories department. These are original instructions as defined by 2006/42/EC. Textron Specialized Vehicles, Inc. maintains the right to change the design of the vehicle without responsibility to make the changes on units purchased before changes were made. The information in this manual can change without notice. All information in this owner’s manual is based on the latest product information at the time of publication. Due to con- stant improvements in the design and quality of production components, some discrepancies may be found between your vehicle and the information presented in this publication. 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Printed in USA 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION MANUFACTURER’S INTENDED USE .....................................................................................................................7 WARRANTY AND REGISTRATION .........................................................................................................................7 EXHAUST EMISSIONS ............................................................................................................................................7 BATTERY PROLONGED STORAGE .......................................................................................................................7 BATTERY DISPOSAL ...............................................................................................................................................8 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS ...............................................................................................................8 REPAIR AND PARTS MANUALS .............................................................................................................................8 SAFETY SAFETY LABELS ......................................................................................................................................................9 Operation (P/N 651654) ....................................................................................................................................9 Operation (P/N 608529) (If equipped with card holder) ..................................................................................10 Engine Warning CE (P/N 74093G01) .............................................................................................................10 Bed Latch Warning CE (P/N 74099G01) ........................................................................................................10 Load Bed (P/N 74821G01) ..............................................................................................................................11 Governor Warning (P/N 608527) ....................................................................................................................11 Pinch Warning (P/N 651671) ..........................................................................................................................11 Rear-Facing Seat / Load Deck Warning (P/N 651665) ...................................................................................11 MAXIMUM CARGO LOAD / MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY ...............................................................................12 TIRE PRESSURE ...................................................................................................................................................12 OPERATOR SAFETY .............................................................................................................................................12 Unauthorized Operation ..................................................................................................................................13 Operating without Instruction ..........................................................................................................................13 Alcohol or Drugs ..............................................................................................................................................13 Passenger .......................................................................................................................................................13 Before Operating .............................................................................................................................................13 Load Operation ...............................................................................................................................................13 Fuel Handling Guidelines ................................................................................................................................14 Carbon Monoxide Exposure ............................................................................................................................14 Driving in Reverse ...........................................................................................................................................14 Driving a Damaged Vehicle .............................................................................................................................14 Driving at Maximum Speeds ...........................................................................................................................14 Driving on Pavement .......................................................................................................................................14 Driving on Public Roads ..................................................................................................................................14 Turning ............................................................................................................................................................15 Driving Uphill ...................................................................................................................................................15 Driving Downhill ..............................................................................................................................................15 Stalling on a Hill ..............................................................................................................................................15 Tires ................................................................................................................................................................15 Slippery Terrain ...............................................................................................................................................15 HOT EXHAUST SYSTEMS .....................................................................................................................................15 VEHICLE LIFTING ..................................................................................................................................................15 VEHICLE MODIFICATION ......................................................................................................................................15 MAINTENANCE SAFETY .......................................................................................................................................15