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OPERATION
Driving Procedure
1. Wear a helmet, eye protection,
gloves, long-sleeve shirt, long pants
and over-the-ankle boots.
2. Sit in the driver's seat and fasten the
seat belt.
3. Start the engine and allow it to warm
up.
4. Always use the cab nets (or doors)
while riding in this vehicle.
5. Apply the service brakes and shift
the transmission into gear.
6. Check your surroundings and determine your path of travel.
7. Keeping both hands on the steering wheel, slowly release the brakes and depress the
throttle with your right foot to begin driving.
8. Drive slowly. Practice maneuvering and using the throttle and brakes on level surfaces.
9. Do not carry a passenger until you have at least two hours of driving experience with this
vehicle.
Driving with a Passenger
1. Perform the pre-ride inspection. See page 36.
2. Make sure all passengers are at least 12 years of age and tall enough to comfortably and
safely sit in a passenger seat with the seat belt secured, put both feet on the floor and
grasp the hand hold.
3. Make sure all passengers are wearing helmet, eye protection, gloves, long-sleeve shirt,
long pants and over-the-ankle boots.
4. Make sure all passengers secure their seat belt.
5. Make sure all cab nets (or doors) are properly secured.
6. Do not carry more than the recommended number of passengers for your vehicle. See
pages 11-11.
7. Allow a passenger to ride only in a passenger seat.
8. Slow down. Always travel at a speed appropriate for your skills, your passengers’ skills,
and operating conditions. Avoid unexpected or aggressive maneuvers that could cause
discomfort or injury to a passenger.
9. Vehicle handling may change with a passenger and/or cargo on board. Allow more time
and distance for braking.
10. Always follow all operating guidelines as outlined on safety labels and in this manual.
