Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 S 2020, Owner'S Manual For Maintenance And Safety

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SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
1. Complete the recommended safety training before operating this vehicle.
Visit www.atvsafety.org for safety courses and riding tips. See page 11 for
details.
2. Do not allow anyone under 16 years of age to operate this vehicle. Do not
allow anyone with cognitive or physical disabilities to operate this vehicle.
3. Never carry a passenger on a 1-up ATV. Never carry more than one
passenger on a 2-up ATV.
4. Engine exhaust fumes are poisonous. Never start the engine or let it run in
an enclosed area.
5. Before operating, learn how to use the auxiliary brake for emergency
situations (if service brakes become inoperable).
6. Operate this vehicle off-road only. Never operate the vehicle on pavement or
on any public street, road or highway, including dirt and gravel roads.
7. Use caution and drive at reduced speeds in conditions of reduced visibility
such as fog, rain and darkness. Clean headlights frequently and replace
burned out headlamps promptly.
8. Drive in a manner appropriate for your skills, your passenger’s skills and
operating conditions. Never operate at excessive speeds. Never attempt
wheelies, jumps, or other stunts. Never remove your hands from the
handlebars while operating, and always keep both feet on the footrests.
9. Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating an ATV.
10. Always use the size and type of tires specified for your vehicle. Always
maintain proper tire pressure.
11. Never operate a damaged ATV. After any overturn or accident, have a
qualified service dealer inspect the entire machine for possible damage.
12. Never operate the ATV on a frozen body of water unless you have
independently verified that the ice is sufficiently thick to support the weight
and moving force of the ATV, you and your cargo, together with any other
vehicles in your party.
13. Do not touch hot exhaust system components. Always keep combustible
materials away from the exhaust system.
14. Always remove the ignition key when the vehicle is not in use to prevent
unauthorized use.
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