Can-Am MAVERICK Sport MAX T, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION WARNINGS
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Operating on excessively steep hills.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
The vehicle can overturn more easily on extremely steep hills than on level
surfaces or small hills.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never operate this vehicle on hills too steep for the vehicle or for your abili-
ties.
Practice on smaller hills before attempting larger hills.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Climbing hills improperly.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Could cause loss of control or cause vehicle to overturn.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in this Op-
erator's Guide.
Always check the terrain carefully before you start up any hill.
Never climb hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces.
Never open the throttle suddenly or make sudden gear changes. The vehi-
cle 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.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Going down a hill improperly.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Could cause loss of control or cause vehicle to overturn.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always follow proper procedures for going down hills as described in this
Operator's Guide.
NOTE: A special technique is required when braking as you go down a hill.
Always check the terrain carefully before you start down any hill.
Never go down a hill at high speed.
Avoid going down a hill at an angle which would cause the vehicle to lean
sharply to one side. Go straight down the hill where possible.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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