Polaris Xer - Manual (Page 24)

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YOUTH SECTION
Riding Rules
Now you're ready to learn about driving your Polaris snowmobile. This
snowmobile is not a toy. There are some things you can do and there are
some things you must never do. Rules are very important when you're
driving a snowmobile. Adults have riding rules, too. The rules help keep
us safe when we ride.
You must be at least six (6) years old before you can ride this snowmo-
bile. The adult with you is your teacher. Always pay attention to what
your teacher says so you can learn how to always drive safely.
Let's learn how to ride!
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Your snowmobile is made for only one rider. Never carry a passenger.
A passenger will make the snowmobile harder to drive. You may lose
control and hurt yourself and your passenger.
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Never pull anything behind your snowmobile.
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Make sure you know where you're going to drive before you start the
engine. Make sure the area is safe all around your snowmobile.
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Never ride alone. An adult should always be watching you in case
you need help. Always drive where an adult can see you.
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Never ride on public trails.
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When you're a beginner, always stay on level ground.
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Don't ride your snowmobile on roads or over railroad tracks. Your
snowmobile makes noise that will keep you from hearing cars, trucks
or trains that may be coming toward you.
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Stay away from fences. Make sure you know where all the fences are
before you ride. If you drive into a fence, you could get hurt.
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Don't ride at night. The headlight on your snowmobile is there only so
others can see you driving during the day.
Always follow the safe riding rules found on the next pages. You or
others around you could be seriously hurt or killed if you don't follow
the safe riding rules.