Polaris 2000 ATV Xpedition 425 - Manual (Page 6)

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PN 9914929 Rev 03 12/98
Printed in U.S.A.
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READ AND UNDERSTAND WARNINGS AND OWNER’S MANUAL BEFORE
OPERATION. SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT FROM IGNORING
WARNINGS OR IMPROPER USE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE OWNER’S
MANUAL FOR THIS VEHICLE. CALL 1-800-342-3764 TO HAVE ONE
PROVIDED AT NO EXTRA CHARGE.
S TO REDUCE TIPOVER RISK, BE ESPECIALLY CAREFUL WHEN
ENCOUNTERING OBSTACLES AND SLOPES, WHEN BRAKING ON HILLS
OR DURING TURNS.
S KEEP FEET ON FOOTRESTS AT ALL TIMES.
S HILL CLIMBING IS DANGEROUS, and should be attempted only by
experienced operators. Start on shallow slopes and practice procedures
described in Owner’s Manual before trying steeper terrain. Some hills are too
steep to safely stop or recover from an unsuccessful climbing attempt.
Effectiveness of brakes is significantly reduced on hills.
Never operate this ATV on grades steeper than 25 degrees . If vehicle slides
backwards down hill, apply hand brakes with gradual, even pressure to avoid
flipover. Never open throttle suddenly as flipover may result.
S REDUCE SPEED when operating this vehicle on rough or hilly terrain, or when
carrying cargo on the racks.
S REVERSE OPERATION CAN BE DANGEROUS even at low speeds. Steering
control becomes difficult. When backing up, proceed slowly and apply hand
brakes carefully; aggressive braking may result in flipover. Avoid backing
downhill. Avoid turning at sharp angles in reverse.
S USE OVERRIDE FOR REVERSE SPEED LIMITER WITH CAUTION; It allows
full engine power and can result in excessive speeds. Never activate override
button while throttle is open, as loss of control may result.
S STOPPING DISTANCE MAY INCREASE with wet brakes or on wet surfaces.
S AUXILIARY FOOT BRAKE: The right foot auxiliary brake pedal operates the
rear brake only. When backing up or when operating on hills, avoid sudden use
of the auxiliary brake; aggressive braking may result in flipover.
S PARK BRAKE MAY RELAX WHEN USED FOR LONG PERIODS. When
parking on grades, leave the gear shift in forward and don’t leave brake
engaged for more than 5 minutes.
S VEHICLE DESIGNED MAINLY FOR WARM WEATHER USE. Throttle linkage
and brakes may stick if operated in freezing weather, causing loss of control.
Dirt, mud, water, or other contaminants can also affect operation of controls.
Check both frequently.
S ENGINE SHUT OFF SWITCH is available for use in event of throttle failure or
other emergency when engine shut off is desired.
S NEVER PERMIT A GUEST TO OPERATE THIS ATV unless the guest has
read the Owner’s Manual and all labels, and has completed a certified training
course.
WARNING
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