Arctic Cat 2012 700 i Cruiser, Operator'S Manual

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Prevention
Overview
When using an ATV, prevention is the
name of the game. “Had you only
known” something could go wrong, you
would have prevented it. If you don’t
notice your conditions and surroundings
before riding your ATV, you give up con-
trol over the situation. Using ATV pre-
vention techniques helps you forecast
potential hazards before they injure you
or damage your ATV.
Following the safety instructions and
warnings in this manual will help you
“P.A.S.S.” the safety test. P.A.S.S. stands
for “ P revention,” “ A ctive Riding,”
“ S ound Judgment,” and “ S upervision.”
Remembering P.A.S.S. and what it stands
for will help you have a safe, predictable
ride every time you go out on your ATV.
Always wear clothing suited to the type
of riding you are doing. ATV riding
requires special protective clothing
which will make you feel more comfort-
able and reduce chances of injury.
You’ll find it important to dress correctly
for ATV riding in order to prevent scraped
skin and serious head injuries. It’s easy
and could save you time in the long run
not having to contend with an injury. Of
course, it also makes sense to remember
the seasons. Wear a hat under your helmet
and a snowmobile suit in the winter and
lighter, protective clothing in the summer.
Following is the minimum protection you
need to wear during every ride.
ATV-0004
Gloves
Your hands are targets for flying objects and
branches. Along with providing skin protec-
tion, gloves will shield your hands from
harsh weather. Wear gloves that are weather
resistant and have a gripping surface to keep
them from sliding off the handlebar. Off-
road style gloves with knuckle pads are the
best for comfort and protection.
Boots/Ankle Protection
Wear a boot that covers the largest possi-
ble area of your leg (preferably up to
your knee) and can handle significant
impact. Choosing boots with low heels
and a good tread will help prevent your
feet from slipping off the footrests in wet
or rugged conditions or getting hurt if
they get hit by rocks, dirt, or branches.
Helmet
Your helmet is the most important piece of
protective gear for safe riding. A helmet
can prevent a serious head injury. There are
several types of helmets on the market, but
make sure you wear a helmet that complies
with the current standards of the U.S.
Department of Transportation (DOT), The
Snell Memorial Foundation, or the Ameri-
can National Standards Institute (ANSI).
Helmets that comply with one or more of
these agency’s standards have a sticker on
the inside or outside of the helmet.
Safe Riding Clothing
and Gear
TESTIMONIAL
DOCUMENT#: N490117A1
CITY/STATE: N. HUNTINGDON, PA
SEX: M
AGE: 6
BODY PART: HEAD
DATE ACCIDENT: 06-14-94
DISPOSITION: DOA
SYNOPSIS: The 6 year old male victim
died from blunt force trauma to the
head when the 4-wheel ATV on which he
was a passenger struck a rock on a
hill connecting two roads and
flipped over backwards onto the
victim, shattering his bicycle
helmet. The victim was life-flighted
to the hospital and died that night.
The driver of the ATV, the victim’s
29 year old father, sustained minor
injuries, but wasn’t treated.
Helmets should have one of these:
1. DOT label
2. Snell label
3. ANSI Z90.1 label
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