Can-Am Commander Electric LSV, Operator'S Manual

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SAFE OPERATION - RESPONSIBILITIES
Terrain Condition
– Always go slowly and be extra care-
ful when operating on unfamiliar
terrain. Always be alert to changing
terrain conditions when operating
this vehicle. Take the time to learn
how the vehicle performs in differ-
ent environments.
– Never operate on excessively
rough, slippery or loose terrain un-
til you have learned and practiced
the skills necessary to control this
vehicle on such terrain. Always be
especially cautious on these kinds
of terrain.
– Never operate this vehicle on hills
too steep for the vehicle or your abil-
ities. Practice on small inclines.
– Always follow proper procedures
for climbing or going down hills as
described in
RIDING THE VEHICLE
subsection. Check the terrain care-
fully before you start up or down any
hill. Never climb or descend hills
with excessively slippery or loose
surfaces. Never go over the top of
any hill at high speed.
– Never attempt steep hills or side
hilling when pulling a trailer.
– Always check for obstacles before
operating in a new area. Always fol-
low proper procedures when oper-
ating over obstacles as described in
RIDING THE VEHICLE
subsection.
– Never operate this vehicle in fast
flowing water or in water deeper
than specified in
RIDING THE VE-
HICLE
subsection. Remember that
wet brakes may have reduced stop-
ping ability. Test your brakes after
leaving water. If necessary, apply
them several times to let friction dry
out the brakes.
– Always ensure to properly park the
vehicle on the flattest terrain section
available. Put shift lever in PARK
before leaving the vehicle. Block
wheels if vehicle is parked on an in-
cline.
– Never assume that the vehicle will
go everywhere safely. Sudden
changes in terrain caused by holes,
depressions, banks, softer or harder
“ground” or other irregularities may
cause the vehicle to topple or be-
come unstable. To avoid this, slow
down and always observe the ter-
rain ahead. If the vehicle does begin
to topple or rollover, the best advice
is to immediately steer in the direc-
tion of the rollover! Never attempt
to prevent a rollover with your arms
or legs. You should keep your limbs
inside the cage.
– When riding on paved surfaces,
ensure the rear differential is not
locked. Avoid abrupt inputs to steer-
ing wheel. When turning, avoid
abrupt inputs to brake or acceler-
ator.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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