Polaris Xer - Manual (Page 40)

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ADULT SECTION
Operation Warnings
Snow Conditions
This snowmobile is designed to operate best on snow. Maneuverability
is attained by the steering, skis, and the shifting of the driver's body
weight. Maximum control will be attained by shifting body weight.
Maneuverability will change for lighter operators.
If the snowmobile becomes stuck in snow, stop the engine. Clear the
snow away from the running board area and clear away or step down the
snow in front of the snowmobile. Restart the engine and drive out of the
deep snow. Encourage the operator to stay on established riding areas to
avoid getting stuck.
Ice and Hard-Packed Surfaces
Steering and braking control are substantially reduced when operating
on hard surfaces, hard-packed snow or icy surfaces.Teach your child to
reduce speed to maintain control in all driving conditions. If necessary,
limit the maximum speed of the snowmobile as outlined on page 44.
If ice or slippery conditions are unavoidable, use extreme caution and
operate at speeds no faster than a walk. The skis need snow to help the
snowmobile make turns. On hard surfaces the snowmobile will not
make turns easily. It may be best to stop the engine, dismount, and man-
ually move the front or rear of the snowmobile to change direction.
Never make a sharp turn on a slippery surface. The snowmobile may
skid out of control. Teach all operators to drive only in approved areas
within the vision of the supervising adult.
WARNING
Children must never ride on a frozen body of water. Make sure all operators
understand that severe injury or death can result if the snowmobile and its
rider fall through the ice.