Polaris 2000 Universal Snowmobile - Manual (Page 21)

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OPERATION WARNINGS
Stop Engine Before Attempting Adjustments
WARNING
The snowmobile engine compartment contains moving parts. Shields and guards
have been provided for your safety, but it is still possible to carelessly get your
hands or fingers into a moving belt or a rotating shaft. For this reason never attempt
adjustments with the engine running. Serious personal injuries can result. The
proper method is to turn off the ignition, raise the hood, make the adjustment, se-
cure shields and guards, secure the hood, and then re-start the engine to check
its operation. The same is true of track alignment. If the track must be re-aligned,
it is recommended that this service be performed by your dealer.
Always Wear Clothing Designed for Snowmobiling
Clothing designed for snowmobiling is warm, comfortable and safe.
WARNING
Always wear an approved helmet
and eye protection. Don’t wear
loose clothing or long scarves be-
cause they can easily become en-
tangled in moving parts. Also, be
aware of the weather forecast and
especially the wind chill. A table is
provided on page 19 for your refer-
ence. Be prepared. Be warm and
comfortable.
Know the Limitations of the Machine and Your Skills as a
Driver
D Observe state and local laws governing snowmobile operation. They have
been established for your protection.
D Traveling at night requires extra caution. Check both headlight and taillight to
ensure proper operation. Do not “over-drive” your headlight beam. A good rule
to follow is to be able to bring your machine to a stop in the distance illuminated
by the headlight. High speed driving at night is dangerous and unwise, and
could result in severe personal injury or death.
D Be courteous to oncoming traffic by dimming your headlights and lowering your
vehicle speed. Your snowmobile is equipped with a high output head lamp sys-
tem that can cause discomfort to operators of oncoming vehicles if the headlight
is not dimmed.