BMS Beast 1000 Series, Owner'S Manual

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OPERATION
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DRIVING WITH A PASSENGER
1. Perform the pre-ride inspection.
2. Make sure all passengers are at least 12 years of age and tall enough to
comfortably and safely sit in a passenger seat with the seat belt secured, put
both feet on the floor and grasp the hand hold.
3. Make sure all passengers are wearing helmet, eye protection, gloves, long-
sleeve shirt, long pants and over-the-ankle boots.
4. Make sure all passengers secure their seat belt.
5. Make sure all cab nets (or doors) are properly secured.
6. Do not carry more than the recommended number of passengers for your
vehicle.
7. Allow a passenger to ride only in a passenger seat.
8. Slow down. Always travel at a speed appropriate for your skills, your
passengers’ skills, and operating conditions. Avoid unexpected or
aggressive maneuvers that could cause discomfort or injury to a passenger.
9. Vehicle handling may change with a passenger and/or cargo on board. Allow
more time and distance for braking.
10. Always follow all operating guidelines as outlined on safety labels and in this
manual.
DRIVING OVER OBSTACLES
Follow these precautions when operating over obstacles:
1. Always check for obstacles before operating in a new area.
2. Look ahead and learn to read the terrain. Be constantly alert for hazards
such as logs, rocks and low hanging branches.
3. Travel slowly and use extra caution when operating on unfamiliar terrain. Not
all obstacles are immediately visible.
4. Avoid operating over large obstacles such as large rocks and fallen trees. If
unavoidable, use extreme caution and operate slowly.
5. Always have all passengers dismount and move away from the vehicle
before operating over an obstacle that could cause a rollover.