Polaris Predator - Manual (Page 24)

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SAFETY
Operator Safety
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Always follow proper procedures for crossing the side of a hill. Avoid hills with exces-
sively slippery or loose surfaces. Shift your weight to the uphill side of the ATV. Never
attempt to turn the ATV around on any hill until you’ve mastered (on level ground) the
turning technique outlined in this manual. Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill when
possible.
S Always use proper procedures if you stall or roll backwards while climbing a hill. To
avoid stalling, maintain a steady speed when climbing a hill. If you stall or roll back-
wards, follow the special procedure for braking described in this manual. Always dis-
mount on the uphill side, or to either side if the ATV is pointed straight uphill. Turn the
ATV around and remount following the procedure described in this manual.
S Always check for obstacles before operating in a new area. Never attempt to operate
over large obstacles, such as rocks or fallen trees. Always follow proper procedures
when operating over obstacles as described in this manual.
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Always be careful of skidding or sliding. On slippery surfaces like ice, travel slowly and
use extra caution to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of control.