OPERATOR SAFETY
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●Always follow proper procedures for going downhill and for braking on hills:
▪ Check the terrain carefully before you start down a hill.
▪ Shift your weight backward.
▪ Never go down a hill at high speed.
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Avoid going down a hill at an angle,which would cause the vehicle to lean sharply to one side.
▪ Travel straight down the hill when possible.
●Always follow proper procedures for crossing the side of a hill:
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Avoid hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces.
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Shift your weight to the uphill side of the Vehicle.
▪ Never attempt to turn the vehicle around on any hill until you’ve mastered (on level ground) the
turning technique outlined in this manual.
▪ Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill when possible.
●Always use proper procedures if you stall or roll backwards while climbing a hill:
▪ To avoid stalling, maintain a steady speed when climbing a hill.
▪ If you stall or roll backwards, follow the special procedure for braking described in this manual.
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Always dismount on the uphill side, or to either side if the vehicle is pointed straight uphill.
▪ Turn the Vehicle around and remount following the procedure described in this manual.
●Always check for obstacles before operating in a new area. Never attempt to operate over large
obstacles,such as rocks or fallen trees. Always follow proper procedures when operating over obstacles
as described in this manual.