Polaris 2000 Universal Snowmobile - Manual (Page 23)

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OPERATION WARNINGS
D Remember, the sound of your ma-
chine will drown out the sound of
approaching vehicles. Look ahead,
behind, and to the sides before turn-
ing or crossing railroad crossings or
highways. Steep embankments
may also hide your view. Always
leave yourself a way out. Make
sure the way is clear before you
cross railroads and other roads and
highways.
D Drive defensively when traveling in a group of snowmobiles to avoid accidents.
Don’t tailgate. Allow ample stopping distances.
D Always be alert and pay attention to the trail ahead of you. Multiplying speed
(MPH) by 1.5 will equal the approximate number of feet per second your ma-
chine travels. If your speed is 40 MPH, your machine is travelling approximately
60 feet per second. This means that if you look back for only two seconds, your
machine will travel about 120 feet. If your speed is 60 MPH, your machine will
travel approximately 180 feet in two seconds.
D When teaching inexperienced operators to ride, set up a nearby predetermined
course. Make sure they know how to drive and control the snowmobile before
you allow them to make longer distance runs. Teach them proper snowmobile
courtesy. Enroll them in a driver’s training and safety course sponsored by a
local or state organization.