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OPERATING
NOTE: Refer to the BASIC FEATURES section and familiarize yourself with the vehicle features and their
locations while reading these operating instructions.
Read and understand all WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, and INSTRUCTIONS prior to operating the vehicle.
AVOID DRIVING AT NIGHT if possible. Be sure to drive slowly and cautiously with the headlights ON if driving in
low light conditions.
NEVER OPERATE THE VEHICLE WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL.
NEVER start or let the engine run in an enclosed area. Engine exhaust fumes are POISONOUS.
NEVER touch hot exhaust system components; keep combustible materials away from the exhaust system.
NEVER allow a child to handle gasoline.
NEVER operate the vehicle on any public street, road or highway, including dirt and gravel roads.
NEVER operate at excessive speeds.
NEVER attempt to do power slides, “donuts”, jumps or other driving stunts.
NEVER operate a damaged vehicle. Have a qualified service dealer inspect the vehicle after any accident.
NEVER tow objects or carry loads with this vehicle.
NEVER operate the vehicle on a frozen body of water.
ALWAYS Keep both hands on the steering wheel at all times.
ALWAYS drive in a manner appropriate for your skills and operating conditions.
ALWAYS use the size and type of tires specified for your vehicle.
ALWAYS maintain proper tire pressure.
ALWAYS remove the ignition key when the vehicle is not in use to prevent unauthorized use.
ALWAYS follow all provincial, state, municipal regulations when choosing an area to operate this vehicle.
STARTING THE ENGINE
The Keyed Ignition Switch (Fig. 3, Item 20) has three
positions, OFF / ON / START. To start the engine,
follow these procedures:
1. Perform the Pre-Ride Inspection.
2.
Sit in the driver’s seat and fasten the seat belt.
3. Set the Parking Brake (Fig. 4, Item 30).
4. Step on the Brake Pedal (Fig. 4, Item 31) and
place the Shifter (Fig. 1, Item 10) in the neutral
position.
5. DO NOT press the Accelerator Pedal while
starting the engine.
6. Insert the key into the Keyed Ignition Switch and
turn to the right, “ON” position. Check to see that
the Neutral Indicator Light (Fig. 3, Item 26) is
illuminated.
7. While applying Brake Pedal pressure, turn the
Keyed Ignition Switch to the START position.
Engage the starter for a MAXIMUM OF FIVE
SECONDS. Release the key when the engine
starts.
8. If the engine does not start within five seconds,
return the ignition switch to the OFF position and
wait 10 seconds. Repeat steps 7 and 8 until the
engine starts.
9. USING THE CHOKE: In cold weather, and
sometimes at other times when starting, it may be
necessary to reduce the air flowing into the
engine using the manual Choke Lever (Fig.3, Item
24). When pushed in fully, the choke is in the
normal, “OPEN” position, and when pulled
completely out it is in the “CLOSED” position. Set
the choke BETWEEN the CLOSED and OPEN
position if it is difficult to start, and CLOSED
during cold weather. Once the engine has started,
slowly push the lever in to the OPEN position. If
the engine is flooded, set the choke to the full
OPEN position (pushed all the way in) when
attempting to start. If the engine does not start
and all conditions are favorable, check the spark
plug and try again. Do not run the engine with the
choke in the CLOSED or PARTIALLY CLOSED
position.
10. Allow the engine to warm up for 3-5 minutes
before driving.
11. Release the parking brake prior to driving.
