Polaris 2000 Universal Snowmobile - Manual (Page 29)

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OPERATION WARNINGS
Responsible Driving
If you operate the snowmobile improperly, you will cause situations which will ex-
ceed your driving skills. Each snowmobile handles differently, and even if you are
a seasoned driver, it is strongly recommended that you spend some time getting
the feel for this particular machine before attempting ambitious maneuvers. If you
are new to snowmobiling, take enough time to acquaint yourself with the machine
and what it will and won’t do under various conditions.
Acquire a feel for your machine before attempting ambitious maneuvers.
The snowmobile depends on your body position for proper balance in
executing turns, traversing hills, etc. It’s best to start on a smooth level area to be-
gin building your operating experience.
Before you let someone else use your snowmobile, be sure you know the
extent of their operating skills. Check to see if they have taken a snowmo-
bile safety course and have an operator’s certificate. For their protection, as well
as yours, make sure they take a snowmobile safety course. Everyone can benefit
from the course.
Don’t “jump” your snowmobile. Jumping can injure your back because of
spinal compression. The seat and suspension of your snowmobile have
been designed and constructed to give you protection, but they do have limits.
Your snowmobile is not intended for this kind of use.