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OPERATION
New Operator Driving Procedures
7. Select a level open area to practice driving. Make sure you have
adult supervision and permission to drive in this area.
8. Sit in the driver's seat and fasten the seat belt.
9. Make sure all passengers secure their seat belts.
10. Make sure all cab nets are properly secured.
11. Do not carry a passenger until you have at least four hours of
driving experience with this vehicle. See page 44.
12. Set the parking brake.
13. Place the transmission in neutral.
14. Start the engine.
15. Apply the brakes and shift into gear.
16. Release the parking brake.
17. Check your surroundings. Make sure the area is clear of people and
obstacles.
18. Keeping both hands on the steering wheel, slowly release the brakes
and press the throttle with your right foot to begin driving.
19. Drive slowly at first. Practice starting, stopping, turning, using the
throttle and brakes and driving in reverse. Learn how the vehicle
handles when making both left and right turns at a slow speed.
20. Increase speed only after mastering all maneuvers at a slow speed.
21. After you become skilled at making turns and begin to operate at
faster speeds, follow these precautions:
• Avoid sharp turns. Make turns gradually.
• Never turn while applying heavy throttle.
• Never turn the steering wheel abruptly.
• Operate at speeds appropriate for your skills, the conditions and
the terrain.
• DO NOT attempt to do power slides, “donuts”, jumps or other
driving stunts.
