Polaris 2015 GEM eM1400 LSV - Manual (Page 38)

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OPERATION
Driving on a Sidehill (Sidehilling)
Driving on a sidehill is not recommended. Improper procedure could cause loss of control or
rollover. Avoid crossing the side of any hill unless absolutely necessary.
If crossing a sidehill is unavoidable, follow these precautions:
1. Slow down.
2. Exercise extreme caution.
3. Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill.
Driving Over Obstacles
Follow these precautions when operating over obstacles:
1. Always check for obstacles before operating in a new area.
2. Look ahead and learn to read the terrain. Be constantly alert for hazards such as logs,
rocks and low hanging branches.
3. Travel slowly and use extra caution when operating on unfamiliar terrain. Not all obsta-
cles are immediately visible.
4. Avoid operating over large obstacles such as large rocks and fallen trees. If unavoidable,
use extreme caution and operate slowly.
5. Always have passenger dismount and move away from the vehicle before operating over
an obstacle that could cause a rollover.