Polaris Sportsman 400 Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
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SAFETY
Operator Safety
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 s pecial technique
is required when braking while traveling downhill. See page
68.
Always check the terrain carefully before you descending a hill.
Shift your weight backward.
Never travel down a hill at high s peed.
Avoid traveling down a hill at an angle, which would cause the
vehicle to lean sharply to one side. Travel straight down the
hill when possible.
WARNING