Polaris 500 Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
10
SAFETY
Operator Safety
If the vehicle has been involved in an accident, always have an authorized
POLARIS dealer inspect the entire vehicle for possible damage, including (but
not limited to) brake, throttle and steering systems.
Never operate on hills too steep for the
vehicle or for your abilities. Practice on
smaller hills before attempting larger hills.
Avoid climbing hills steeper than 25.
Always follow the procedures outlined in this
manual for driving on hills. See page 22.
Always follow the procedures outlined in this
manual for driving downhill and for braking on
hills. See page 25.
Always follow the procedures outlined in this
manual for crossing the side of a hill. See
page 24.
Never attempt to turn the vehicle around on
any hill until you've mastered (on level
ground) the turning technique outlined in this
manual.