Polaris 6X6 Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
15
SAFETY
Operator Safety
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Stalling or rolling backwards while climbing a hill.
WHAT CAN
HAPPEN
Stalling or rolling while climbing a hill could result in vehicle
overturn.
HOW TO AVOID THE
HAZARD
Maintain steady speed when climbing a hill.
Ifyouloseallforward
speed:
Keep your body weight toward the front of the vehicle (uphill).
Apply the brakes. After the vehicle has completely stopped, lock
the parking brake.
If you begin rolling
backwards:
Keep your body weight toward the front of the vehicle (uphill).
Do not apply engine power.
Do not apply the rear brakes.
Gradually apply the service brake. When fully stopped, apply the
auxiliary brake as well, and then lock the parking brake.
Dismount on the uphill side, or to either side if the vehicle is
pointed straight uphill.
T urn the vehicle around and remount, following the procedure
described in the owner’s manual. See page 62. In the event of
an accident, have an authorized Polaris dealer inspect the entire
vehicle for possible damage, including (but not limited to) brakes,
throttle and steering.