Arctic Cat ATV 2005, Operator'S Manual

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! WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that could
result in a serious injury or death.
5
ATV SAFETY ALERT
The Consumer Product Safety Com-
mission has concluded that ALL-TER-
RAIN VEHICLES (ATV’s) may
present a risk of DEATH or SEVERE
INJURY in certain circumstances.
Accidents may occur for many reasons:
*** Over 1920 people, including
many children, have died in acci-
dents associated with ATV’s since
1998.
*** Many people have become
severely paralyzed or suffered
severe internal injuries as a result
of accidents associated with
ATV’s.
*** Every month thousands of people
are treated in hospital emergency
rooms for injuries received while
riding an ATV.
You should be aware that AN ATV IS
NOT A TOY AND CAN BE HAZARD-
OUS TO OPERATE. An ATV handles
differently from other vehicles, includ-
ing motorcycles and cars. A collision or
rollover can occur quickly, even during
routine maneuvers such as turning and
driving on hills and over obstacles, if
you fail to take proper precautions.
TO AVOID DEATH OR
SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY:
* Always read the operator’s manual
carefully and follow the operating
procedures described. Pay special
attention to the warnings contained
in the manual and on all labels.
* Never operate an ATV without
proper instruction. Take a training
course. Beginners should complete
the training course described on the
following page.
* Always follow these age recommen-
dations:
* A child under 12 years old should
never operate an ATV with an
engine size 70 cc or greater.
* A child under 16 years old should
never operate an ATV with an
engine size greater than 90 cc.
* A child under 16 years old should
never operate an ATV without adult
supervision. children need to be
observed carefully because not all
children have the strength, size,
skills, or judgment to operate an
ATV safely.
* Never carry a passenger on an ATV.
Carrying a passenger may upset the
balance of the ATV and may cause it
to go out of control.
* Always avoid paved surfaces.
ATV’s are not designed to be used
on paved surfaces and may seriously
affect handling and control.
* Never operate an ATV on a public
road, even a dirt or gravel one,
because you may not be able to
avoid colliding with other vehicles.
Also, operating an ATV on a public
road may be against the law.
* Never operate an ATV without an
approved motorcycle helmet, eye
protection, boots, gloves, long pants
and a long-sleeved shirt or jacket.
* Never consume alcohol or drugs
before or while operating an ATV.
* Never operate an ATV at excessive
speeds. Go at a speed which is
proper for the terrain, visibility con-
ditions, and your experience.
* Never attempt to do wheelies,
jumps, or other stunts.
* Always be careful when operating
an ATV, especially when approach-
ing hills, turns, and obstacles and
when operating on unfamiliar or
rough terrain.
* Never lend your ATV to anyone
who has not taken a training course
or has not been driving an ATV for
at least a year.