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WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that could result in a serious injury or death.
Warnings
! WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Operating on steep hills.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
The ATV can overturn more easily on
steep hills than on level surfaces or
small hills.
HOW TO AVOID THE
HAZARD
Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for the ATV or for your abil-
ities.
Practice on smaller hills before attempting larger hills.
! WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Overloading the ATV or carrying or towing cargo improperly.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Could cause changes in ATV handling, which could lead to an acci-
dent.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never exceed the stated load capacity for the ATV.
Cargo should be properly distributed and securely attached.
Reduce speed when carrying cargo or pulling a trailer. Allow greater dis-
tance for braking.
Always follow the instructions in this Operator’s Manual for carrying
cargo or pulling a trailer.
! WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Improperly crossing hills or turning on
hills.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Could cause loss of control or cause the
ATV to overturn.
HOW TO AVOID THE
HAZARD
Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any hill until you have mas-
tered the turning technique as described in this Operator’s Manual.
Practice first on level ground. Be very careful when turning on any
hill.
Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill, if possible.
When crossing the side of a hill
:
Always follow proper procedures as described in this Operator’s
Manual.
Avoid hills with slippery or loose surfaces.
Shift your weight to the uphill side of the ATV.
! WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Improperly operating in reverse.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
You could hit an obstacle or person behind you, resulting in serious
injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Before you engage reverse gear, make sure there are no obstacles
or people behind you. When it is safe to proceed, go slowly.