Centaur amphibious, off-road utility vehicle, Operator'S Manual

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SECTION 10

POTENTIAL HAZARDS

POTENTIAL

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

   HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

HAZARD

Operating the Centaur
with improper tires or
with improper or un-
even tire pressure.

Use of improper tires on the Centaur, or opera-
tion of the Centaur with improper or uneven tire
pressure may cause loss of control increasing your
risk of an accident.

Always use the size and type tires specified in
this Operator’s Manual for this Centaur. Always
maintain proper tire pressure as described in this
Operator’s Manual.

Operating the Centaur
with improper modifi-
cations.

Improper installation of accessories or modifica-
tion of the Centaur may cause changes in han-
dling which in some situations could lead to an
accident.

Never modify the Centaur through improper in-
stallation or improper use of accessories. All parts
and accessories added to this Centaur should be
genuine Centaur components designed for use on
the Centaur and should be installed and used ac-
cording to instructions. If you have questions,
consult an authorized Centaur dealer or contact
Ontario Drive & Gear Limited at 1-519-662-4000

Applying brakes sud-
denly when going
downhill.

Sudden braking can cause the vehicle to roll
over forward.

Gently apply the brakes to control downward
vehicle speed. Do not jam on the brakes while
travelling downhill.

Operating Centaur on
public streets, roads or
highways.

A collision can occur with another vehicle.

Never drive on public roads.

Never operate at exces-
sive speeds.

Personal injury or vehicle damage may result.

Do not drive the vehicle at high speeds over un-
familiar or rough terrain.
Never operate at speeds too fast for your skills or
the conditions.

Failure to use extra care
when operating the
Centaur on unfamiliar
terrain.

Personal injury or vehicle damage may result.

Do not drive the vehicle at high speeds over un-
familiar or rough terrain.

Failure to use extra care
when operating on
rough, slippery or loose
terrain.

Could cause loss of traction or vehicle control,
which could result in an accident, including
an overturn.

Do not operate on rough, slippery or loose ter-
rain until you have learned and practised the skills
necessary to control the Centaur on such terrain.

Turning improperly.

When turning, the back of the vehicle swings to
the opposite direction of the turn, creating a risk
of hitting persons or objects.
Sharp turns, especially at high speeds or when
heavily loaded, may cause the vehicle to roll over.

Always take precautions when making turns to
avoid rolling the vehicle or hitting persons or
objects.
Slow the vehicle down before making a turn.  Do
not apply the brakes too suddenly.

Driving on inclines with
a loaded vehicle.

Heavy loads and high loads decrease the stability
of the vehicle and may cause it to roll.

Use extreme CAUTION when negotiating in-
clines with a loaded vehicle. Be prepared to shift
occupant weight and load forward or have pas-
sengers get out of the vehicle to walk up an in-
cline.

Going downhill improp-
erly.

Sudden braking can cause the vehicle to roll
over forwards.

Avoid steep declines when possible. When a steep
decline cannot be avoided, shift occupant weight
to the rear of the vehicle to prevent the vehicle
from rolling over.