Can-Am MAVERICK Sport MAX Series, Operator'S Manual

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SAFE OPERATION - RESPONSIBILITIES
Carrying Passengers
Only carry a maximum of three pas-
sengers. The passengers must be
properly seated in the cockpit.
The passengers must be tall enough
to always be properly seated: back
against the backrest with seat belt fas-
tened, holding both handholds, and
feet firmly planted on the footrests.
Never carry passengers who have
used drugs or alcohol, or are tired or
ill. These slow reaction time and im-
pair judgment.
Instruct the passengers to read the ve-
hicle’s safety labels.
Never carry passengers if you judge
their ability or judgement insufficient
to concentrate on the terrain condi-
tions and adapt accordingly. More
specifically for side-by-side vehicles,
the passengers must also pay con-
stant attention to the terrain ahead and
be able to brace for bumps.
Riding Carefully
– This vehicle handles differently
from other vehicles. A collision or
rollover can occur quickly, during
abrupt maneuvers such as doing
sharp turns, acceleration or decel-
eration and driving on hills or over
obstacles, if you fail to take proper
precautions.
– Never operate at excessive speeds.
Always go at a speed that is proper
for the terrain, visibility, and operat-
ing conditions, and your experience.
– Never attempt jumps, side slides,
donuts or any other stunts.
– Never attempt rapid acceleration
or deceleration when performing a
sharp turn. This may result in a roll
over.
– Never attempt skidding or sliding.
If vehicle starts to skid or slide,
counter steer in the direction of
skidding or sliding. On extremely
slippery surfaces, such as ice, go
slowly and be very cautious in order
to reduce the chance of skidding out
of control.
– Always be sure there are no obsta-
cles or people behind the vehicle
when you operate in reverse. Pay
attention to blind spots. When it
is safe to proceed in reverse, go
slowly.
– Never exceed the stated load lim-
its for this vehicle. Cargo must be
properly secured. Reduce speed,
allow for greater braking distance
and follow other instructions in
MOVING LOADS AND DOING
WORK
.
– Always remember that this vehicle
is heavy! Its pure weight alone may
entrap you should it tip or rollover.
Occupant Restraint
System
– This vehicle is designed to carry one
driver and up to three passengers,
all wearing proper protective gears
(refer to
RIDING GEAR
in this sec-
tion).
– The driver and passengers must
close the doors and wear the seat
belts at all times when riding.
Terrain Condition
– This vehicle is not designed to ride
on paved surfaces; if you must
shortly use the vehicle on such sur-
faces, avoid abrupt inputs to steer-
ing wheel, accelerator and brake
pedals.
– 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.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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