Arctic Cat PROWLER 500 HDX, Operator'S Manual

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! WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
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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 or death.
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
Improperly operating over obstacles.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Could cause loss of control or a collision. Could cause the vehicle to overturn.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Before operating in a new area, check for obstacles.
Never attempt to ride over large obstacles, such as large rocks or fallen trees.
When you go over obstacles, always follow proper procedures as described in this
Operator’s Manual.
! WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Skidding or sliding.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
You could lose control of the vehicle.
You could also regain traction unexpectedly, which may cause the vehicle to overturn.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by practicing at slow speeds and on
level, smooth terrain.
On extremely slippery surfaces, such as ice, go slowly and be very cautious in
order to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of control.
! 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, could 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.