Polaris 2016 ATV Sportsman 850 - Manual (Page 21)

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SAFETY
Safety Warnings
Operating on Slippery Terrain
Failure to use extra caution when operating
on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain
could cause loss of traction, loss of control,
accident or overturn.
Do not operate on excessively rough, slippery
or loose terrain until you've learned and
practiced the skills necessary to control the
ATV on such terrain.
Always use extra caution on rough, slippery
or loose terrain.
Operating in Unfamiliar Terrain
Failure to use extra caution when operating
on unfamiliar terrain could result in an
accident or overturn.
Unfamiliar terrain may contain hidden rocks,
bumps, or holes that could cause loss of
control or overturn.
Travel slowly and use extra caution when
operating on unfamiliar terrain. Always be
alert to changing terrain conditions.
Operating Improperly in Reverse
Improperly operating in reverse could result in
a collision with an obstacle or person. Always
follow proper operating procedures as outlined
in this manual. See page 74.
Before shifting into reverse gear, always check
for obstacles or people behind the ATV. When
it's safe to proceed, back slowly.