Polaris 500 Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
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SAFETY
Operator Safety
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
T raveling downhill
improperly.
WHAT CAN
HAPPEN
Improperly descending a hill
could cause loss of control
or overturn.
HOW TO AVOID
THE
HAZARD
Always follow proper
procedures for traveling
down hills as described in
the owner’ s manual. NOTE:
A special technique is
required when braking while
traveling downhill. See page 55.
Always check the terrain carefully before descending a hill.
Shift your weight backward.
Never travel down a hill at high speed.
Avoid traveling down a hill at an angle, which would cause the
vehicle to lean sharply to one side. T ravel straight down the hill
when possible.