16 Avoiding Accidents
16 AVOIDING ACCIDENTS
Operators must be responsible and use care to avoid roll overs, col-
lisions, and accidents. The ROXOR is designed and manufactured
for off-road use only. The ROXOR does not conform to Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and operation on public streets,
roads, or highways is illegal and increases the risk of an accident
involving other vehicles.
Avoid roll overs. The ROXOR handles very different from other
vehicles. A roll over can occur quickly with sudden changes in ter-
rain. Holes, humps, obstacles and soft ground can result in the
ROXOR becoming unstable. Aggressive driving habits can also res-
ult in roll overs and loss of control, even on flat terrain. Therefore, it
is particularly important to fasten seat belts and side nets, secure
the doors (if equipped) and wear an approved helmet and riding
gear. Never try to stop a roll over using your arms or legs. Never put
any part of your body outside of the ROXOR for any reason. If you
think or feel the ROXOR may tip or roll, reduce your risk of injury by
keeping a firm grip on the steering wheel or handholds and brace
yourself. Keep feet firmly planted on the floor.
Avoid driving across a slope when possible, instead, drive straight
up and down inclines rather than across them. If driving across a
slope is unavoidable, use extreme caution. If you feel the ROXOR
start to roll over steer downhill if possible.
Avoid speeding. The ROXOR can reach high speeds, particularly in
challenging off-road conditions. At higher speeds there is an
increased risk of losing control, an increased risk of collision and an
increased risk of injury or death. Always drive at a speed that
matches the terrain, visibility and your experience. Slow down on
uneven terrain and allow more distance to stop. The ROXOR also
handles differently when carrying a load or pulling a trailer. Reduce
speed and follow instructions in this Operator’s Guide for carrying a
load or pulling a trailer.
Avoid paved surfaces. If you must drive on paved surfaces, take it
slow and use care when turning. Abrupt steering inputs and hard
acceleration and braking, even at slow speeds can result in an acci-
dent. Never attempt to do donuts, skids, slides, fishtails, jumps, or
other stunts with the ROXOR.
The ROXOR does not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards (FMVSS) or US EPA on- highway exhaust emissions
regulations. And as such, does not have important features and equip-
ment that on road vehicles have, like brake lights and airbags. Driving
on public streets, roads or highways without these important fea-
tures and equipment can lead to severe injury, including death.
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