Polaris 1998 Offroad Vehicle, Owner'S Manual

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CARGO WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION
2/3 of Load on
Rear Rack
1/3 of Load on
Front Rack
WARNING
Correct loading of this vehicle is necessary to maintain proper stability and
operating characteristics. Overloading or incorrect positioning of the load af-
fects the vehicle’s turning, stopping distance and stability. Failure to follow
loading requirements could cause severe injury or death. REDUCE SPEED
AND ALLOW GREATER DISTANCE FOR BRAKING WHEN CARRYING
CARGO.
CARGO WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION should be 1/3 on the front rack and 2/3 on
the rear rack. When operating over rough or hilly terrain, reduce speed and
cargo to maintain stable driving conditions. Carrying loads on one rack only
increases the possibility of vehicle tip over.
HEAVY LOADS CAN CAUSE BRAKING AND CONTROL PROBLEMS. Use
extreme caution when applying brakes with a loaded vehicle. Avoid terrain
or situations which may require backing downhill.
ALL LOADS MUST BE SECURED BEFORE MOVING VEHICLE. Unse-
cured loads can create unstable operating conditions, which could result in
loss of control of the vehicle.
LOADS MUST BE CARRIED AS LOW ON THE RACKS AS POSSIBLE. Car-
rying loads high on the racks raises the center of gravity of the vehicle and
creates a less stable operating condition. When cargo loads are carried high
on the racks, the weight of the loads must be reduced to maintain stable oper-
ating conditions.
OPERATE ONLY WITH STABLE AND SAFELY ARRANGED LOADS. When
handling off-centered loads which cannot be centered, securely fasten load
and operate with extra caution. Always attach the tow load to the hitch point
designated for your ATV.
EXTREME CAUTION MUST BE USED when operating with loads extending
over the rack sides. Stability and maneuverability may be adversely affected,
causing the machine to overturn.
DO NOT BLOCK THE FRONT HEADLIGHT BEAM when carrying loads on
the front rack.
DO NOT TRAVEL FASTER THAN THE RECOMMENDED SPEEDS. Vehicle
should never exceed 10 mph (16 kph) while towing a load on a level grass
surface. Vehicle speed should never exceed 5 mph (8 kph) when towing
loads in rough terrain, while cornering, or while ascending or descending a
hill.