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SAFETY
Operator Safety
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Removing hands from the handlebars or feet from the footrests
during operation.
WHAT CAN
HAPPEN
Removing even one hand or foot can reduce ability to control the
vehicle or could cause loss of balance and ejection from the
vehicle.
If the operator’s foot is not firmly planted on the footrest, it could
come into contact with the rear wheels and lead to accident or
injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE
HAZARD
Always keep both hands on the handlebars and both feet on the
footrests of the vehicle during operation.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Skidding or sliding.
WHAT CAN
HAPPEN
Skidding or sliding can cause loss of control.
If the tires regain traction unexpectedly, the vehicle could
overturn.
HOW TO AVOID THE
HAZARD
On slippery surfaces such as ice, travel slowly and use extra
caution to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of control.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Failure to use extra caution when operating the vehicle on
unfamiliar terrain.
WHAT CAN
HAPPEN
Unfamiliar terrain may contain hidden rocks, bumps, or holes that
could cause loss of control or overturn.
HOW TO AVOID THE
HAZARD
T ravel slowly and use extra caution when operating on unfamiliar
terrain. Always be alert to changing terrain conditions.