Polaris Series 10 Ranger 425 2x4 - Manual (Page 7)

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Always go slowly and be extra careful when operating on
unfamiliar terrain. Always be alert to changing terrain conditions
when operating this vehicle.
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Never operate on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain.
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Always follow proper procedures for turning as described in this
manual. Practice turning at low speeds before attempting to turn at
faster speeds. Do not turn at excessive speed.
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Always have this vehicle checked by an authorized Polaris dealer if
it has been involved in an accident.
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Never operate this vehicle on hills too steep for the vehicle or for
your abilities. Practice on smaller hills before attempting larger
hills.
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Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in
this manual. Check the terrain carefully before you start up any
hill. Never climb hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces.
Never open the throttle suddenly or make sudden gear changes.
Never go over the top of any hill at high speed.
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Always follow proper procedures for going down hills and for
braking on hills as described in this manual. Check the terrain
carefully before you start down any hill. Never go down a hill at
high speed. Avoid going down a hill at an angle which would
cause the vehicle to lean sharply to one side. Go straight down the
hill where possible.
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Always follow proper procedures for crossing the side of a hill as
described in this manual. Avoid hills with excessively slippery or
loose surfaces. Never attempt to turn the vehicle around on any
hill until you have mastered the turning technique described in this
manual on level ground. Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if
possible.
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Always check for obstacles before operating in a new area. Never
attempt to operate over large obstacles, such as large rocks or fallen
trees. Always follow proper procedures when operating over
obstacles as described in this manual.
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Always be careful of skidding or sliding. On slippery surfaces,
such as ice, go slowly and be very cautious in order to reduce the
chance of skidding or sliding out of control.