Safety, Safety warnings, Operating without instruction – Polaris Sportsman 550 EFI User Manual
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SAFETY
Safety Warnings
Failure to operate the ATV properly can result in a collision, loss of control,
accident or overturn, which may result in serious injury or death. Heed all safety
warnings outlined in this section of the owner’s manual. See the OPERATION
section of the owner’s manual for proper operating procedures.
Operating Without Instruction
Operating this ATV without proper instruction
increases the risk of an accident. The operator
must understand how to operate the ATV properly
in different situations and on different types of
terrain.
Beginning and inexperienced operators should
complete the recommended safety training before
operating this vehicle. See page 7.
Never permit a guest to operate the ATV unless the
guest has read this manual and all product labels
and has completed a certified safety training
course.
Age Restrictions
This vehicle is an ADULT VEHICLE ONLY. Operation is prohibited for anyone
under 16 years of age. Never allow anyone under 12 years of age to ride as a
passenger on this 2-up ATV.
Even though a child may be within the recommended age group for operating
some ATVs, he/she may not have the skills, abilities, or judgment needed to
operate or ride on this ATV safely and could be susceptible to accident or injury.
WARNING
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