Polaris 2002 Victory Touring Cruiser - Manual (Page 31)

Safety Precautions
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Gasoline and Exhaust Gases (continued)
Gasoline and gasoline vapors are poisonous and can cause severe injury. Do not swallow gasoline, inhale
gasoline vapors, or spill gasoline on yourself or your clothes. If you swallow gasoline, inhale more than a few
breaths of gasoline vapor, or get gasoline in your eyes, see a physician immediately. If you spill gasoline on
your skin, wash it off immediately with soap and water. If you spill gasoline on your clothes, change your
clothes immediately.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas that can cause unconsciousness or severe
injury. Observe the following precautions to avoid the effects of exhaust gases:
S Do not breathe exhaust gases.
S Do not start or run the engine in a closed area.
Maintenance
Maintain the motorcycle according to the following requirements:
S Before you ride each time, complete a pre--operation check as described in the Pre--Operation Check
section. Operating the motorcycle without completing the pre--operation check can cause damage to the
motorcycle or result in an accident.
S Perform periodic maintenance according to the intervals specified in “Periodic Maintenance Intervals”
beginning on page 70. Operating the motorcycle without performing periodic maintenance can damage
the motorcycle or injure you or others.
S Maintain proper tire inflation pressure and tread condition, and proper wheel and tire balance. Inspect
tires regularly and replace them if they are worn or damaged. Use only an approved replacement tire and