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WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Skidding or sliding improperly.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
You may lose control of this ATV.
You may also regain traction unexpectedly, which may cause the ATV to
overturn.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by practicing at low speeds and
on level, smooth terrain.
On extremely slippery surfaces, such as ice, go slowly and be very cau-
tious in order to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of control.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Operating this ATV through deep or fast flowing water.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Tires may float, causing loss of traction and loss of control, which could
lead to an accident.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never operate this ATV in fast flowing water or in water deeper than that
specified in the
Operator's Guide
and the
Safety Handbook
.
Remember that wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability. Test your
brakes after leaving water. If necessary, apply them several times to let
friction dry out the pads.
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
When you select reverse gear, make sure there are no obstacles or people
behind you. When it is safe to proceed, go slowly.
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