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Safety, Safety warnings, Descending hills improperly – Polaris Scrambler 9921777 User Manual

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SAFETY

Safety Warnings

Descending Hills Improperly

Improperly descending a hill could cause loss

of control or overturn.
• Always follow proper procedures for travel-

ing down hills as described in the owner's

manual. NOTE: A special technique is

required when braking while traveling down-

hill. See page 50.

• Always descend a hill with the transmission

in forward gear. Do not descend a hill with

the transmission in neutral.

• Always check the terrain carefully before

descending a hill.

• Shift your weight rearward.
• Never travel down a hill at high speed.
• Avoid traveling down a hill at an angle, which would cause the vehicle to lean

sharply to one side. Travel straight down the hill when possible.

Crossing Hillsides

Driving on a sidehill is not recommended.

Improper procedure could cause loss of control

or overturn. Avoid crossing the side of any hill

unless absolutely necessary.
If crossing a hillside is unavoidable, always follow

proper procedures as described in the owner's

manual. See page 49.
Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any hill

until you've mastered the turning technique (on

level ground) as described in the owner's

manual. See page 51.