Arctic Cat 2008 Prowler, Owner'S Manual, Page: 23 / 84

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Indicates a potential hazard that could
result in a serious injury or death.
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Warnings
! WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Operating this vehicle with improper modifications.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Improper installation of accessories or modification of the vehicle may
cause changes in handling which, in some situations, could lead to an
accident.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never modify this vehicle through improper installation or improper use
of accessories. All parts and accessories added to this vehicle should be
genuine
Arctic Cat
components designed for use on this vehicle and
should be installed and used according to instructions. If you have
questions, consult an
Arctic Cat
dealer.
! WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Overloading the vehicle or carrying or towing cargo improperly.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Could cause changes in handling, which could lead to an accident.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never exceed the stated load capacity for this vehicle.
Cargo should be properly distributed and securely attached.
Reduce speed when carrying cargo or pulling a trailer. Allow greater
distance for braking.
Always follow the instructions in this Operator`s Manual for carrying
cargo or pulling a trailer.
! WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that could
result in a serious injury or death.
This vehicle can be hazardous to operate.
A collision or rollover can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers
such as turning and driving on hills or over obstacles, if you fail to take
proper precautions.
For your safety, understand and follow all the warnings contained in this
Operator’s Manual and the labels on this vehicle.
Keep this Operator’s Manual with this vehicle at all times.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MAN-
UAL CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the fol-
lowing notations:
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The Safety Alert Symbol means
ATTENTION! BE ALERT! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
! WARNING
Failure to follow WARNING instructions
could result in severe injury or death to
the operator, a bystander, or a person
inspecting or repairing the vehicle.
! CAUTION
A CAUTION indicates special
precautions that must be taken to avoid
damage to the vehicle.
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NOTE:
A NOTE provides key information to
make procedures easier or more clear.
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Warnings
! WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Improperly operating in reverse.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
You could hit an obstacle or person behind you, resulting in serious
injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Before you engage reverse gear, make sure there are no obstacles or
people behind you. When it is safe to proceed, go slowly.
! WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Operating the vehicle with improper tires or with improper or uneven tire
pressure.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Use of improper tires on the vehicle, or operating the vehicle with
improper or uneven tire pressure, may cause loss of control increasing
your risk of accident.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always use the size and type tires specified in this Operator`s Manual for
this vehicle.
Always maintain proper tire pressure as described in this Operator`s
Manual.