Arctic Cat 450 XC 2011, Руководство оператора

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1. Keep it in gear.
2. Engage the brake lever lock.
3. Find something to block the rear tires.
Stalling on a Hill
If you use the right method for riding uphill, this shouldn’t happen.
But if you have a problem, do this:
1. If the ATV hasn’t started rolling backwards yet, follow the proce-
dure for the K-Turn, OR
2. If the ATV is already rolling backward, lean as far forward as
possible standing up on the footrests.
3. Nice and easy, apply the hand brake lever.
4. When you come to a stop, follow the procedure for the K-turn.
5. If the ATV continues to roll backward, dismount immediately on
the uphill side.
Crossing Water
Your ATV can only handle water up to its footrests. Any more than that
and you risk engine damage and/or injury. Stay away from fast moving
rivers. ATV tires can be buoyant, so if the water is too deep, you might
find the ATV suddenly afloat.
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NOTE: Engine damage caused by water ingestion or immer-
sion will not be covered by Arctic Cat warranty.
1. Physically check the depth and current of the water, especially if
you can’t see the bottom. You’re also checking for boulders, logs,
or any other hidden obstacles.
2. Keep your speed slow.
3. Make sure you have a way out on the other side of the water.
4. If you get stuck in the sludge or mud, try rocking the ATV from
side to side.
5. Once you’ve cleared the water, briefly apply the brakes to make
sure they work.
Crossing Roads
Crossing roads on your ATV is also a bad idea, so avoid it. If you can’t:
1. Stop completely on the shoulder of the road.
2. Check both directions for traffic.
3. Crossing near a blind corner or intersection is dangerous; don’t do it.
4. Drive straight across to the opposite shoulder.
5. Take into account that your ATV could stall while crossing; give your-
self enough time to get off the road.
6. You have to assume that oncoming cars don’t see you, and if they do,
they won’t be able to predict your actions.
7. It’s illegal to cross public roads in some places. Know your local laws.
CAUTION
Riding through water deeper than the footrests may lead to
severe engine damage due to water ingestion.
! WARNING
Do not operate this vehicle on a frozen body of water unless
you have first verified the ice is sufficiently thick to support
the vehicle, cargo, and participants. The vehicle could break
through the ice causing serious injury or death.