Polaris Sportsman 800 X2 - Manual (Page 26)

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SAFETY
Safety Labels and Locations
General Warning/Discretionary Warning
WARNING
Improper ATV use can result in SEVERE INJURY or DEATH
ALWAYS USE AN APPROVED HELMET AND PROTECTIVE GEAR FOR
DRIVER AND PASSENGER
NEVER USE ON PUBLIC ROADS
NEVER CARRY MORE THAN 1 PASSENGER
NEVER USE WITH DRUGS OR ALCOHOL
NEVER operate:
• without proper ATV training or instruction
• at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions
• on public roads - a collision can occur with another vehicle
• with a passenger unless passenger seat is securely in place
THE OPERATOR MUST ALWAYS:
• use proper riding techniques to avoid overturns on hills and rough terrain and
in turns
• avoid paved surfaces - pavement may seriously affect handling and control
• reduce speed and use extra caution at all times when carrying a passenger -
dismount passenger when conditions require
• make sure passenger reads and understands this label and passenger safety
label
LOCATE AND READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL.
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS.
WARNING
• Never operate this ATV on HILLS steeper than 15 degrees
15
°.
To
prevent overturn on hilly terrain, use throttle and brakes gradually.
• REVERSE operation can be dangerous even at low speeds. Steering
becomes difficult. To prevent loss of control, avoid sudden braking or sharp
turns.
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