Polaris Offroad Vehicle - Manual (Page 40)

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OPERATION WARNINGS
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Improperly operating over obstacles.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Could cause loss of control or a collision. Could cause the ATV to overturn.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Before operating in a new area, check for obstacles.
Use extreme caution when riding over large obstacles, such as large rocks
or fallen trees.
If you cannot avoid obstacles, always follow proper procedures as de-
scribed in the Owner’s Manual.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Skidding or sliding.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
You may lose control of the ATV.
You may also regain traction unexpectedly, which may cause the ATV to
overturn.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
On slippery surfaces, such as ice, go slowly and be very cautious in order
to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of control.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Riding on frozen lakes and rivers.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Severe injury or death can result if the ATV and/or the operator break
through the ice.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never ride your ATV on a frozen body of water before you are sure the ice
is thick enough and sound enough to support the machine and its operator,
as well as the force that is created by a moving vehicle.