Polaris 2009 Outlaw 450 MXR, Owner'S Manual

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Safety
Safety Warnings
Handling Gasoline
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive
under certain conditions.
• Always exercise extreme caution whenever
handling gasoline.
• Always refuel with the engine stopped, and
outdoors or in a well ventilated area.
• Do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks
in or near the area where refueling is per-
formed or where gasoline is stored.
• Do not overfill the tank. Do not fill the tank
neck.
• If gasoline spills on your skin or clothing,
immediately wash it off with soap and water
and change clothing.
Exposure to Exhaust
Engine exhaust fumes are poisonous and can
cause loss of consciousness or death in a short
time. Never start the engine or let it run in an
enclosed area.
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm. Operate this vehicle
only outdoors or in well-ventilated areas.