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Riding the Vehicle
What Can Happen
Could cause a loss of control or cause the vehicle to overturn
How to Avoid the Hazard
Always follow proper procedures for going down hills. Always check the terrain carefully
before you start down any hill. Shift your weight backward. Never go down a hill at high
speed. Avoid going down a hill at an angle that would cause the vehicle to lean sharply to
one side. Go straight down the hill where possible.
! WARNING !
Crossing a Slope
Traversing a sloping surface on your vehicle requires you to properly position your weight
to maintain proper balance. Be sure that you have learned the basic riding skills on that
ground before attempting to cross a sloping surface. Avoid slopes with slippery surfaces or
rough terrain that may upset your balance.
As you travel across a slope, lean your body in the uphill direction. It may be necessary to
correct the steering when riding on loose surfaces by pointing the front wheels slightly
uphill. When riding on slopes, be sure not to make sharp turns either up or down hill.
If your vehicle does begin to tip over, gradually steer in the downhill direction if there are no
obstacles in your path. As you regain proper balance, gradually steer again in the direction
you wish to travel.
Potential Hazard
Improperly crossing hills or turning on hills
What Can Happen
Could cause a loss of control or cause the vehicle to overturn.
How to Avoid the Hazard
Never attempt to turn the vehicle around on any hill until you have mastered the turning
technique 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 the Owner’s Manual. Avoid hills
with excessively slippery or loose surfaces. Shift your weight to the uphill side of
the vehicle.
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