BOMBARDIER Quest Max 2004, Operator'S Manual

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SAFETY INFORMATION 29
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WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Climbing hills improperly.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Could cause loss of control, passenger ejection or cause vehicle to over-
turn.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described further
in this
Operator’s Guide .
Always check the terrain carefully before you start up any hill. Do not
forget, the operator is responsible for the safety of the passenger. In
doubt, disembark the passenger before climbing hill. Always remember
that the vehicle handling, stability and braking distance may be affected
when riding with a passenger.
Never climb hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces.
Shift operator and passenger weight forward.
Never open the throttle suddenly or make sudden gear changes. The ve-
hicle could flip over backwards.
Never go over the top of any hill at high speed. An obstacle, a sharp drop,
or another vehicle or person could be on the other side of the hill.
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